Environmental Hazards and Risk
Computing, Engineering and Technology
Taught
MA
Environmental Hazards and Risk
Taught
MA
Overview
Application Timeline
Tuition
- Year 1
| Student categories | Study | |
|---|---|---|
| Full-time | Part-time | |
| England | £14,250 | £7,900 |
| Northern Ireland | £14,250 | £7,900 |
| Scotland | £14,250 | £7,900 |
| Wales | £14,250 | £7,900 |
| Channel Islands | £14,250 | £7,900 |
| EU | £28,500 | £15,700 |
| International | £28,500 | £15,700 |
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About
This program offers an in-depth exploration of environmental hazards and their societal impacts, focusing on risk management related to events like flooding, landslides, heatwaves, and earthquakes.
Course Overview
The course combines physical and social science approaches to understand how individuals, organizations, and governments define and mitigate environmental risks, aiming to enhance resilience and reduce vulnerability.
Students can choose to study full-time for one year or part-time for two years, covering various modules that include:
- Researching risk and environmental hazards
- Social dimensions of risk
- Working with environmental
Subject Area Information
Environmental risk is a multidisciplinary field that focuses on understanding, assessing, and managing risks to the environment and human health arising from natural and anthropogenic activities.
1. Introduction to Environmental Risk
2. Environmental Toxicology
3. Risk Assessment and Management
4. Environmental Law and Policy
5. Climate Change and Environmental Risk
6. Geospatial Analysis for Environmental Risk
- Understanding fundamental risk assessment principles
- Basic data analysis
- Effective communication of risk-related information
- Ability to assess the impact of toxic substances on ecosystems and human health
- Laboratory skills for toxicological testing
- Data interpretation
- Proficiency in conducting comprehensive risk assessments
- Developing risk management plans
- Applying regulatory frameworks
- Understanding of legal and policy frameworks
- Ability to navigate regulatory environments
- Skills in policy analysis and advocacy
- Ability to analyze climate data
- Developing climate risk assessments
- Designing adaptation and mitigation plans
- Proficiency in using GIS software
- Spatial data collection and analysis
- Application of geospatial techniques in risk assessment
Career
Graduates are well-equipped to pursue careers in various sectors, including government, industry, academia, and non-profit organizations, where they can make significant contributions to environmental protection and public health.
Environmental Risk Assessor
Conducts risk assessments for various environmental hazards and develops strategies to mitigate those risks.
Environmental Consultant
Provides expert advice to organizations on how to manage environmental risks and comply with regulations.
Toxicologist
Studies the effects of chemicals on human health and the environment, often working in laboratories or regulatory agencies.
Environmental Policy Analyst
Analyzes and develops policies aimed at reducing environmental risks and promoting sustainability.
Climate Change Analyst
Assesses the impacts of climate change and develops strategies for adaptation and mitigation.
GIS Specialist
Uses geospatial technologies to analyze environmental data and support risk assessment and management efforts.
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