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- Environmental Science with Hazards and Disasters BSc (Hons)
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Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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Location
Main Site
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
SEP-21
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Duration
3 Years
Course summary
**Reasons to choose Kingston**– This course is accredited by the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA).– The subject is brought to life through overseas fieldwork at locations susceptible to hazards such as earthquakes and volcanoes.– The course is highly practical and you’ll work alongside hazard practitioners in fields such as floods and volcanoes.**About this course**What are the causes of earthquakes, volcanoes, tsunamis, hurricanes, floods and landslides? How do we plan for them, lessen their impact and handle the emergencies that can result?This course examines the physical science of natural hazards, the social factors that can contribute to disasters, emergency planning and disaster risk reduction (DRR). You’ll gain expertise in a range of practical and field techniques through “real-world” exercises.Guest speakers come from a variety of DRR organisations, provide first-hand learning opportunities and introduce you to potential career paths.
Application deadline
15 January
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Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
Entry requirements
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QUALIFICATION TYPE
- A level
- Scottish Higher
- UCAS Points
- AS
- Access to HE Diploma
- International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
- Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
- Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
- Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
A level : CCC
A-levels or equivalent: any subjects considered but prefer one or more from Geography, Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Geology or Physics. General Studies not normally accepted.
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University League Table
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Campus address
Kingston University, River House, 53-57 High Street, Kingston upon Thames, Kingston Upon Thames, KT1 1LQ, England
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