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MSc Disaster Management and Sustainable Development

Northumbria University Newcastle, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

We are currently reviewing modules that provide opportunities to work with the industry to gain real experience. Modules will be updated in due course. From hazards, vulnerability, and human-made disaster, to environmental sustainability and community resilience, this globally-focused course explores real-world problems and how to conceptualize and address them. You will learn how to prepare for, and respond in, a crisis. You will develop the planning skills to help minimize impact and avert problems where possible. You will develop advanced knowledge, project management, and analytical skills whilst developing a specialism in an area of your choice. In the second year, for one semester you will have the chance to undertake an Advanced Practice placement/study in another country or join a research group. This valuable experience will enhance your employment opportunities and further develop your theoretical and practical skills.

General Eligibility

A minimum of a 2:2 honors degree in any subject. Other subject qualifications, equivalent professional qualifications, and/or relevant work experience will be considered on an individual basis.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Course Modules
  • Approaches to Project Management (Core)

  • Subject Exploration in Disaster and Development (Core)

  • Themes in Sustainable Development (Core)

  • Disaster Risk Reduction and Response (Core)

  • Health and Well-being in Disaster and Development (Optional)

  • Integrated Emergency Management (Optional)

  • Research or Work Related Dissertation (Core)

  • Postgraduate Research Methods (Core)

  • Academic Language Skills for Geography (Core – for International and EU students only)

Language Requirement

  • IELTS6.5
  • TOEFL93
  • PTE65
  • Duolingo89
International applicants are required to have a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5 with 5.5 in each component (or approved equivalent*).

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