Field Trip to the UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA)
17th November 2026 9:30 – 16:00Visiting the UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) near Oxford offers an exciting and enlightening experience for anyone interested in cutting-edge Fusion research and sustainable energy. The UKAEA provides a unique combination of cutting-edge scientific research, historical significance and educational opportunities as one of the world’s leading institutions in Fusion energy research and development. As well as learning about the UKAEA and how we do risk management delegates will have a chance to witness groundbreaking experiments and facilities first hand during two engaging tours of the JET facility and MRF work hall which will provide an insight into fusion as a sustainable energy solution and its rich history spanning decades of scientific exploration and discovery. This field trip offers a captivating day of learning and development whether you're a science enthusiast or just want to learn about how we do risk management.
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Time |
Agenda item |
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09:30 |
Arrive 9:30 for 10am start |
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10:00 |
Welcome |
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10:20 |
What is Fusion? Explore the history of the Culham Campus |
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10:40 |
UKAEA Mission, Goals and Principal Programmes and Operational Facilities |
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11:15 |
Fusion Facility Overview (JET, MAST-U, STEP) |
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11:30 |
TOUR of JET |
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12:30 |
LUNCH |
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13:30 |
History of Risk Management at UKAEA |
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13:50 |
UKAEA Risk Landscape |
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14:10 |
Risk Management Framework and Processes |
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14:30 |
TOUR of Materials Research Facility (MRF) |
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15:30 |
Questions and discussion |
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16:00 |
End |
By the end of the field trip you will be able to;
- Describe the role of the UK Atomic Energy Authority, its mission and goals in developing Fusion as a major source of clean and safe energy.
- Demonstrate an awareness of the principle programmes underway with a focus on fusion facilities (JET, MAST-U, STEP).
- Summarise the emerging fusion industry sector and the benign risks it presents compared to traditional nuclear power.
- Identify the risk management framework and processes within UKAEA.
