Civil Engineering
Geography, Earth and Environmental Studies
Research
MSc
Research
MSc
Overview
Application Timeline
Tuition
- Year 1
| Student categories | Study | |
|---|---|---|
| Full-time | Part-time | |
| England | £4,850 | £2,425 |
| Northern Ireland | £4,850 | £2,425 |
| Scotland | £4,850 | £2,425 |
| Wales | £4,850 | £2,425 |
| Channel Islands | £4,850 | £2,425 |
| EU | £26,700 | N/A |
| International | £26,700 | N/A |
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About
Overview
This research focuses on the sustainable performance of both existing and new infrastructure systems, addressing global challenges posed by natural and human hazards.
Research Focus Areas
- Modelling and managing impacts of extreme hazards:
- Earthquakes
- Climate change
- Flooding
- Industrial processes
- Traffic and crowds
- Application studies include:
- National and regional systems (e.g., hydrological models, water systems, electricity and transport networks)
- Individual artefacts (e.g., nuclear facilities, offshore wind farms, dams, bridges)
Subject Area Information
Geological hazards encompass a wide range of natural events that pose risks to human life, property, and the environment. Courses in this discipline provide a comprehensive understanding of these hazards, their causes, impacts, and mitigation strategies.
1. Introduction to Geological Hazards
2. Seismology and Earthquake Engineering
3. Volcanology
4. Landslide and Slope Stability
5. Hydrological Hazards
6. Geological Hazard Mitigation and Management
- Fundamental understanding of different types of geological hazards
- Ability to identify and classify hazards
- Basic risk assessment techniques
- Proficiency in using seismographs
- Understanding of building codes and design principles for earthquake resilience
- Ability to conduct seismic risk assessments
- Ability to interpret volcanic activity data
- Knowledge of volcanic hazard mitigation strategies
- Familiarity with remote sensing techniques for volcano monitoring
- Competence in using geotechnical software for slope stability analysis
- Ability to design and implement landslide mitigation measures
- Field skills in landslide investigation
- Proficiency in hydrological modeling
- Flood risk mapping
- Development of flood mitigation and management plans
- Ability to develop and implement hazard mitigation plans
- Knowledge of emergency management practices
- Understanding of regulatory frameworks
Career
Courses in geological hazards equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to understand, assess, and mitigate the risks associated with natural geological events.
Geological Hazard Specialist
Working with government agencies, NGOs, or private firms to assess and mitigate geological hazards.
Disaster Management Professional
Developing and implementing disaster preparedness and response plans.
Environmental Consultant
Advising on land-use planning and development projects to minimize geological hazard risks.
Urban Planner
Integrating hazard mitigation strategies into urban development plans.
Research Scientist
Conducting research on geological hazards and contributing to the advancement of knowledge in the field.
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