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UCL (University College London): Risk and Disaster Reduction
| Institution | UCL (University College London) View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Institute for Risk and Disaster Reduction |
| Web | https://www.ucl.ac.uk |
Master of Philosophy - MPhil
Summary
Reducing the impact of disasters and humanitarian crises globally presents a huge challenge that requires coordinated and collaborative action. This programme is designed for people who wish to improve humanity's understanding of risk and to overcome the scientific, engineering, technical, social, health and political barriers to increasing resilience to disasters.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Normally, a minimum of an upper second-class UK Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. English level: Level 1 |
| Location | London, Bloomsbury Gower Street Camden WC1E 6BT |
Summary
Reducing the impact of disasters and humanitarian crises globally presents a huge challenge that requires coordinated and collaborative action. This programme is designed for people who wish to improve humanity's understanding of risk and to overcome the scientific, engineering, technical, social, health and political barriers to increasing resilience to disasters.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Normally, a minimum of an upper second-class UK Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. English level: Level 1 |
| Location | London, Bloomsbury Gower Street Camden WC1E 6BT |
Summary
Reducing the impact of disasters and humanitarian crises globally presents a huge challenge that requires coordinated and collaborative action. This programme is designed for people who wish to improve humanity's understanding of risk and to overcome the scientific, engineering, technical, social, health and political barriers to increasing resilience to disasters.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Normally, a minimum of an upper second-class UK Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. English level: Level 1 |
| Location | London, Bloomsbury Gower Street Camden WC1E 6BT |
Summary
Reducing the impact of disasters and humanitarian crises globally presents a huge challenge that requires coordinated and collaborative action. This programme is designed for people who wish to improve humanity's understanding of risk and to overcome the scientific, engineering, technical, social, health and political barriers to increasing resilience to disasters.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Normally, a minimum of an upper second-class UK Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. English level: Level 1 |
| Location | London, Bloomsbury Gower Street Camden WC1E 6BT |
Summary
Reducing the impact of disasters and humanitarian crises globally presents a huge challenge that requires coordinated and collaborative action. This programme is designed for people who wish to improve humanity's understanding of risk and to overcome the scientific, engineering, technical, social, health and political barriers to increasing resilience to disasters.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Normally, a minimum of an upper second-class UK Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. English level: Level 1 |
| Location | London, Bloomsbury Gower Street Camden WC1E 6BT |
Summary
Reducing the impact of disasters and humanitarian crises globally presents a huge challenge that requires coordinated and collaborative action. This programme is designed for people who wish to improve humanity's understanding of risk and to overcome the scientific, engineering, technical, social, health and political barriers to increasing resilience to disasters.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Normally, a minimum of an upper second-class UK Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. English level: Level 1 |
| Location | London, Bloomsbury Gower Street Camden WC1E 6BT |
Summary
Reducing the impact of disasters and humanitarian crises globally presents a huge challenge that requires coordinated and collaborative action. This programme is designed for people who wish to improve humanity's understanding of risk and to overcome the scientific, engineering, technical, social, health and political barriers to increasing resilience to disasters.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Normally, a minimum of an upper second-class UK Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. English level: Level 1 |
| Location | London, Bloomsbury Gower Street Camden WC1E 6BT |
Summary
Reducing the impact of disasters and humanitarian crises globally presents a huge challenge that requires coordinated and collaborative action. This programme is designed for people who wish to improve humanity's understanding of risk and to overcome the scientific, engineering, technical, social, health and political barriers to increasing resilience to disasters.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Normally, a minimum of an upper second-class UK Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. English level: Level 1 |
| Location | London, Bloomsbury Gower Street Camden WC1E 6BT |
Summary
Reducing the impact of disasters and humanitarian crises globally presents a huge challenge that requires coordinated and collaborative action. This programme is designed for people who wish to improve humanity's understanding of risk and to overcome the scientific, engineering, technical, social, health and political barriers to increasing resilience to disasters.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Normally, a minimum of an upper second-class UK Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. English level: Level 1 |
| Location | London, Bloomsbury Gower Street Camden WC1E 6BT |
Summary
Reducing the impact of disasters and humanitarian crises globally presents a huge challenge that requires coordinated and collaborative action. This programme is designed for people who wish to improve humanity's understanding of risk and to overcome the scientific, engineering, technical, social, health and political barriers to increasing resilience to disasters.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Normally, a minimum of an upper second-class UK Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. English level: Level 1 |
| Location | London, Bloomsbury Gower Street Camden WC1E 6BT |
Summary
Reducing the impact of disasters and humanitarian crises globally presents a huge challenge that requires coordinated and collaborative action. This programme is designed for people who wish to improve humanity's understanding of risk and to overcome the scientific, engineering, technical, social, health and political barriers to increasing resilience to disasters.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Normally, a minimum of an upper second-class UK Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. English level: Level 1 |
| Location | London, Bloomsbury Gower Street Camden WC1E 6BT |
Summary
Reducing the impact of disasters and humanitarian crises globally presents a huge challenge that requires coordinated and collaborative action. This programme is designed for people who wish to improve humanity's understanding of risk and to overcome the scientific, engineering, technical, social, health and political barriers to increasing resilience to disasters.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Normally, a minimum of an upper second-class UK Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. English level: Level 1 |
| Location | London, Bloomsbury Gower Street Camden WC1E 6BT |
Master of Research - MRes
Summary
This research-intensive programme addresses the global need for experts trained to analyse and solve complex issues relating to risk and disaster resilience.
| Study type | Taught |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Normally a minimum of an upper second-class UK Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard is required. Relevant discipline is any science including social sciences, or any humanities subject. English level: Level 2 |
| Location | London, Bloomsbury Gower Street Camden WC1E 6BT |
Summary
This research-intensive programme addresses the global need for experts trained to analyse and solve complex issues relating to risk and disaster resilience.
| Study type | Taught |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Normally a minimum of an upper second-class UK Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard is required. Relevant discipline is any science including social sciences, or any humanities subject. English level: Level 2 |
| Location | London, Bloomsbury Gower Street Camden WC1E 6BT |
Postgraduate Certificate - PgCert
Summary
Risk and disaster reduction, particularly within the contexts of dealing with uncertainty and increasing resilience, are high on local, national and international agendas. The Risk and Disaster Reduction Postgraduate Certificate offers students the opportunity to gain a sound grasp of the characteristics of risk and disasters and their past, present and future impacts on society.
Modular (flexible) students - Some postgraduate taught and MRes programmes are available on a modular basis. This is different to a part-time study which lasts for a fixed period.
| Study type | Taught |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Normally a minimum of a lower second-class UK Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard is required. Applicants with a different degree, or with no degree but with relevant professional experience, will be considered. Relevant discipline is any science including social sciences, or any humanities subject.English level: Level 2 |
| Location | London, Bloomsbury Gower Street Camden WC1E 6BT |
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