Course summary
This interdisciplinary programme will allow you to acquire an in-depth understanding of how risks from natural hazards materialise and affect societies globally and to develop conceptual and analytical skills to assess and propose innovative solutions. The programme is delivered through a mixture of approaches including lectures, seminars, field classes and experiential learning. Students have the opportunity to undertake a work placement with a wide range of organisations and apply theoretical and practical skills developed throughout the core courses. WHY THIS PROGRAMME
- You will be studying in the south of Scotland where the landscape offers opportunities for multiple field visits to study real case examples of risks linked to natural hazards (in the sea, on the coast, on land).
- There will be a choice between a dissertation or work placement in the last semester.
- You will have the opportunity to hear from guest lecturers from government and non-government organisations, from international agencies and from academia.
- You will develop subject-specific knowledge of environmental risk management with broad-application from local to global levels.
How to apply
International applicants
International applicant information can be found via gla.ac.uk by searching for 'international'.
Entry requirements
2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in Geography, Environmental Science, Civil or Ecological Engineering, Water Science or Engineering, Agricultural Science/Management, Geoscience, Geology, Hydrology, Marine Science, Fisheries, Energy & Environment, Conservation Ecology, Forestry, Human Ecology, Natural Resource Management, Soil Science, Environmental Studies, Sustainable Development, Zoology, Biology, Botany, Urban and Regional Planning, Environmental Sanitation, Disaster and Emergency Management, International Development, and Risk Crisis & Disaster Management. We may also accept degrees in Chemical related subjects (e.g. Toxicology, Environmental Chemistry), Development Studies, and other subjects related to the Environment. Applicants with professional experience working or volunteering in the fields of environment or sustainability may also be considered even if you do not hold a 2:1 Hons qualification (or non-UK equivalent). Applicants who hold a degree in an unrelated subject may be considered if you can demonstrate significant relevant work experience in environment or sustainability that demonstrates your interest and motivation in the field. Please include a motivation letter, evidence of work experience, and a CV with your application.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
All fees are published on the University of Glasgow website.
https://www.gla.ac.uk/postgraduate/feesandfunding/
Sponsorship information
Sponsorship and funding information can be found via gla.ac.uk by searching for 'scholarships'.
Provider information
University of Glasgow
Berkeley Square
Pavilion 3
99 Berkeley Street
Glasgow
G3 7HR