The course introduces ionizing radiation, nuclear fuel cycle, characteristics of radioactive waste, and multiple-barrier concept for the disposal of radioactive waste, with emphasis on siting, design and environmental impact of deep geological repository. The major topics are：
1. Ionizing radiation and its health effects
2. Nuclear fuel cycle
3. Characteristics and classification of radioactive waste
4. Multiple-barrier concept
5. International laws and regulations
6. Disposal of low and intermediate radioactive waste
7. Geological disposal of high-level radioactive waste
8. Environmental impacts of radioactive waste disposal