Environmental Hazards and Risk

Course Overview

The MSc Environmental Hazards and Risk at Durham University is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about advancing human performance. Based in Durham, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. Course details Our MSc in Environmental Hazards and Risks explores the causes and devastating impacts of natural events including earthquakes, floods, drought, heatwaves, landslides and climate change and the threat they pose to environments and populations around the world. Taking a natural sciences approach, you will develop an in-depth knowledge of these global environmental hazards, and consider the extent of their physical and social impact on society, the consequences for social vulnerability and for resilience. The course is likely to appeal to those with a background in natural ... International tuition fees are £30,000 per year, home/UK fees are £15,000 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 98% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £32,500 within three years, a 100% continuation rate, and 80% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

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