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WNU Summer Institute 2014
From Saturday, 05 July 2014
To Saturday, 16 August 2014
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THE TENTH ANNUAL WNU SUMMER INSTITUTE

5 July - 16 August 2014

Christ Church, Oxford University, UK


A unique career development programme
for future world leaders in nuclear science and technology

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DEADLINE APPROACHING


The Summer Institute is a six-week programme aimed at future nuclear leaders between 27 and 37 years of age. Built on a foundation of instruction from some of the world’s foremost leaders in science, engineering and the global environment, the programme covers the full spectrum of issues relevant to nuclear energy. It also includes team-building exercises and a week-long technical tour of nuclear and related facilities.

The WNU Summer Institute curriculum breaks down into the four following areas:

  • Global Setting: including energy supply and demand, global warming and climate change, nuclear technology in sustainable development, public acceptance, and key political issues and trends
  • International Regimes: including safety, radiological protection, non-proliferation and security, waste management, transport, and nuclear law
  • Technology Innovation: including current and next-generation reactors, advanced fuel cycle, hydrogen production, desalination, advanced battery power
  • Nuclear Industry Operations: including operational safety and excellence, the nuclear fuel market, industry economics and knowledge management.


The deadline to apply for IAEA funding has now passed, but the deadline for self- or company-funded places is  31 January 2014.

The cost of participation is GBP 11,500 (excluding 20% VAT) plus travel to and from Oxford, UK. The fee will cover all coursework, the technical tour, lodging and meals.

Please visit our website for a short video on the SI, how to apply and details on the full range of WNU programmes. Please also forward this invitation to colleagues and friends who might be interested in this unique career-building opportunity.

If you have any further questions do not hesitate to contact us

Sincerely
Erica Boffano

Location : Christ Church, Oxford University, UK

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