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MSc Environmental Hazards and Disaster Risk Reduction

Cardiff University

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Cathays Park Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    29-SEP-25

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

This MSc programme is designed to empower you to contribute to the global effort of strengthening society's resilience to disasters. We face a growing number of environmental hazards due to climate change and rapid population growth, leading to an increase in billion-dollar disasters. Despite global efforts like the Sendai Framework and Resilient Cities Network, the complexity of disaster risk reduction remains a significant challenge. A deep understanding of both natural and human-made hazards is required, from floods and earthquakes to corporate and government decision making that leads to toxic waste and air pollution.

Integrating diverse disciplines such as environmental science, statistics, remote sensing, and data analysis, this programme will give you a comprehensive understanding of disaster risk reduction. Through hands-on training in numerical and statistical modelling, remote sensing techniques, fieldwork, and data analysis, you’ll acquire practical skills essential for conducting effective hazard and risk assessments. This emphasis on practical application ensures you are well-prepared to tackle real-world scenarios in disaster mitigation and response.

Tuition fees

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£ 29,450per year

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University information

Cardiff University

Cardiff University

Cardiff University

  • University League Table

    22nd

  • Campus address

    Cardiff University, PO Box 921, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 3XQ, Wales

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Cardiff University has a welcoming and vibrant international community, with over 7,500 students coming from more than 130 countries.
Cardiff is a truly global institution with more than 200 partnerships and formal research links worldwide, giving students access to unique opportunities.
A wide range of dedicated support services for international students, including pre-departure advice, airport pickups, personal tutor guidance and more.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Business & Management Studies

    20th out of 123 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 217
    153 71%

    26th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    81.0 81%

    23rd

    10

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    2.94 73%

    105th

    8

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