The Nuclear Technology Education Consortium (NTEC) is a consortium of 12 UK universities and other institutions providing postgraduate educa­tion in nuclear science and technology.

The structure and content of the programme, which leads to qualifica­tions up to Master’s level in nuclear science and technology, was established following extensive consultations with the UK nuclear sector, including industry, regulators and government departments among others.

All training modules are delivered by direct teaching but some have been converted into a distance learning format as an alternative method of deliv­ery to provide greater choice for students. The first modules in this format were launched in September 2008.

Modules are generally delivered on the campus of the providing institu­tion. Students seeking a postgraduate qualification register with the univer­sity of their choice and visit other members of the consortium to attend their selected modules. The programme is coordinated by the Dalton Nuclear Institute at the University of Manchester.