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Overview
On this course in Environmental Hazards from Cardiff University you will develop an advanced understanding of environmental hazards and technical expertise in risk assessment. This will include crucial skills in numerical and statistical modelling, remote sensing, fieldwork, and data analysis. There will be plenty of opportunities to gain hands-on experience using state-of-the-art field and laboratory equipment and high level, professional software. You will handle the latest modelling methods using remote sensing data from satellites such as CubeSat constellations and Sentinel, which are used to image the surface of the Earth.
Learning outcomes
With the skills required to predict, track and mitigate disasters, you will be an attractive candidate for a range of employment and research opportunities within government, government agencies, environmental consultancies, flood risk, utility and insurance companies. Plus, you will become part of the global effort to make our society more resilient against natural disasters as outlined in the Sendai framework and endorsed by the United Nations General Assembly.
Distinctive features
- Study a modern, interdisciplinary course with a focus on methods for analysing past hazards and forecasting future ones.
- Our location in South Wales provides a rich, field environment to explore within the context of UK environmental hazards.
- Focus your studies in the areas that are interesting and important to you through an advanced research project driven by your own interests.
- Experience research-led teaching from leading practitioners who will share their diverse expertise in the modern, interdisciplinary science of hazard assessment and risk management.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Climate Change, Adaptation and Resilience
- Environmental Hazards in a Changing World
- Risk Assessment
- Environmental Hazards Case Studies
- Remote Sensing of Hazards and Risks
- Numerical modelling of Environmental Hazard processes
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
More details
We allocate places on a first-come, first-served basis, so we recommend you apply as early as possible.
Language
English
TOEFL® IBT 90
Credits
180 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Earth Sciences Environmental Management Environmental Sciences View 217 other Masters in Environmental Management in United KingdomAcademic requirements
GPA Upper Second Class
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT 90
Other requirements
General requirements
Typically, you will need to have either:
- a 2:1 honours degree in a relevant subject area such as geography, geology, or urban planning, or an equivalent international degree
- or a university-recognised equivalent academic qualification.
Applicants with a 2:2 honours degree in environmental science, geography, geology or related subject may be invited to participate in a telephone or remote interview.
You may choose to supplement your application with:
- a detailed CV
- or any other supporting material you may consider to be appropriate.
Tuition Fee
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International
25450 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 25450 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
10950 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 10950 GBP per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Cardiff
628 - 1066 GBP /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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