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Overview
You will undertake multidisciplinary study at the HCRI, focusing on the critical analysis of current trends in academic research and policies, particularly those related to international disaster risk reduction, sustainable development, and humanitarian action tools commonly used by disaster risk reduction professionals.
You will study a core curriculum that brings together the realms of disaster risk reduction, sustainable development, and humanitarian action.
Our interdisciplinary team of researchers will also support the critical exploration of disaster resilience, prevention, mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery, helping to equip you to work professionally in disaster risk reduction and sustainable development.
The International Disaster Management course from The University of Manchester is unique as it incorporates units and lecturers from a wide variety of disciplines, including geography, history, politics, development studies, the arts and medicine.
Our course is suitable for developing initial skills in disaster risk reduction and/or supporting continuing education for disaster risk reduction professionals.
Career opportunities
Graduates of this course may consider a wide range of career choices, including careers with:
- The Civil Service - working within various government ministries, including the foreign office, international development office and local resilience forums;
- international institutions such as the UN Peacebuilding Commission, Department of Peacekeeping Operations and regional bodies such as the European Union, African Union, Organization of American States;
- NGOs (local and international) working on peacebuilding initiatives;
- academia/research institutes/think-tanks.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Dissertation
- Disaster Management - Theory and Application
- Research and Evaluation Methods
- Disaster Governance
- Border-Crossings: Comparative Cultures of Diaspora
- Humanitarianism and Conflict Response: Inquiries
- A Critical Introduction to GIS and Disasters
- Anthropology of Violence and Reconstruction
- Global Health and Food Insecurity.
- Humanitarian Diplomacy and Negotiation in Practice
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
English
IELTS 6.5
PTE Academic 58
TOEFL® IBT 93
Credits
180 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Project Management Management, Organisation & Leadership Emergency & Disaster Management View 1911 other Masters in Management, Organisation & Leadership in United KingdomAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
PTE Academic 58
TOEFL® IBT 93
Other requirements
General requirements
- If your academic background is not directly related to the programme, you should supply an academic-standard writing sample on a subject related to the programme.
- If English is not your native language, then you should provide an academic-standard writing sample in English directly related to the subject.
- We accept a range of qualifications from different countries that equate to a UK 2.1. For these and general requirements including English language see entry requirements from your country .
Tuition Fee
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International
23000 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 23000 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
11500 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 11500 GBP per year during 12 months.
MSc (part-time)
- UK students (per annum): £5,750
- International, including EU, students (per annum): £11,500
Living costs for Manchester
645 - 1197 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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