Environmental Science with Hazards and Disasters BSc (Hons) including foundation year
48 monthsProgramme duration
65,600 GBPTuition Fee/year
Sep-2023Starting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Environmental Sciences
Degree
BSc
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
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.
Example modules – Introducing Physical Geography and Environmental Hazards – Disaster Risk Reduction – The Challenge of Climate Change
Graduates pursue careers in a variety of commercial, industrial and public sector organisations, such as local governments, INGOs, first responders (such as the police and fire service), civil defence, insurance companies and environmental consultants. *Students may be required to cover additional costs
Programme overview
Main Subject
Environmental Sciences
Degree
BSc
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
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.
Example modules – Introducing Physical Geography and Environmental Hazards – Disaster Risk Reduction – The Challenge of Climate Change
Graduates pursue careers in a variety of commercial, industrial and public sector organisations, such as local governments, INGOs, first responders (such as the police and fire service), civil defence, insurance companies and environmental consultants. *Students may be required to cover additional costs
Admission Requirements
Candidates are normally required to hold five GCSE subjects at grade C/4 or above, including Mathematics and English Language.
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