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
IAEA DEADLINE APPROACHING SOON
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:
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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
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International Regimes: including safety, radiological protection, non-proliferation and security, waste management, transport, and nuclear law
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Technology Innovation: including current and next-generation reactors, advanced fuel cycle, hydrogen production, desalination, advanced battery power
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Nuclear Industry Operations: including operational safety and excellence, the nuclear fuel market, industry economics and knowledge management.
The deadline to apply for IAEA funding is
16 November 2013, and 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
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