Universities United Kingdom University College London Courses Geophysical Hazards MSc

Geophysical Hazards MSc
at University College London

London, United Kingdom

Tuition Fee £ 38,000
Country Rank#3
Duration12 Months
Score IELTS: 6.5

Program Overview

Natural disasters affect one in thirty people across the world each year. All nations are at risk and the field of natural hazards is one of the fastest-growing areas of research in the Earth and Climate Sciences. Our programme offers a unique focus on hazard forecasting and assessment and on how communities can use science to protect the vulnerable.

Course Content
Core Modules
- Meteorological and Hydrogeological Hazards
- Science Policy in an Era of Risk and Uncertainty
- Research Proposal
- Physical Volcanology and Volcanic Hazard
- Earthquake Seismology and Earthquake Hazard
- MSc Independent Research Project
- Geological and Geotechnical Hazards
- Meteorological Hazards
- Research Methods and Skills
Entry Requirement
Normally a minimum of an upper second-class Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. Applicants whose qualifications are of a lower standard may be admitted if evidence of an adequate academic background and appropriate field experience can be shown.
Fees & Scholarships
Tuition Fees
- International Fees £38,000
Career Prospect
About one third of our graduates have followed careers in global insurance and reinsurance; one third have pursued research with a PhD in hazard-related studies; and one third have developed careers in sectors ranging from non-governmental organisations, through teaching, to the fields of emergency planning and environmental management.

Cost Of Studying At University College London

Interest rates as low as 8.9% ^*

250K+

Students Assisted

800Cr+

Loan Amount Disbursed

5000+

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Geophysical Hazards MSc at University College London