Disaster Risk and Resilience PGCert

Program Overview

Disaster Risk and Resilience PGCert

Course Overview

This course is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge to assess risks, enhance climate resilience, and build expertise in disaster and risk management. The program is delivered with input from sector experts and focuses on applying humanitarian principles and law.

What You'll Study

• Supporting Transition to Postgraduate Study (0 credits)
• Disaster Risk, Resilience, Adaptation and Sustainability (15 credits)
• Humanitarian Principles, Preparedness and Response (15 credits)
• Community Preparedness, Recovery and Resilience (15 credits)
• Disaster Interventions, Evaluation and Learning (15 credits)

How You'll Learn

Teaching and learning methods may include:

• Seminars and discussion
• Practical sessions and workshops
• Simulation exercises
• Study visits

Entry Requirements

• UK: An undergraduate degree 2:2 or above (or international equivalent) in a relevant discipline.
• International: An undergraduate degree 2:2 or above (or international equivalent) in a relevant discipline.
• English language requirements: IELTS 6.5 overall, with no component lower than 5.5.

Fees and Funding

• UK: £3,733 (full-time)
• International: £6,200 (full-time)

Facilities

• Simulation Centre
• Lanchester Library
• The Hub

Careers and Opportunities

Opportunities exist globally within:

• Non-governmental organisations
• Multi-lateral organisations
• National and local government
• Health services and epidemiology
• The military
• (Re)insurance and risk management
• City resilience
• Risk and resilience consultancy
• Security and safety sectors

How to Apply

UK students can apply online. International students should apply directly to the university. For further support or more information, contact the university.