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    Environmental Hazards and Disaster Risk Reduction (MSc)

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    Cardiff, GBMScIn-person1 year
    £30,700.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    180
    Credits

    Environmental Hazards and Disaster Risk Reduction (MSc) at Cardiff University is a 180-credit, 1-year, in-person MSc program based in Cardiff, GB. Tuition is £30,700.

    About the program

    The program covers natural and human-made environmental hazards including floods, earthquakes, pollution, and disaster risk reduction. It integrates environmental science, statistics, remote sensing, data analysis, numerical and statistical modelling, fieldwork for hazard and risk assessments.

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    13th Complete University Guide 2026 (Earth Sciences)

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    2 years Graduate Route (UK)

    $13,207.00
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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Environmental Hazards and Disaster Risk Reduction (MSc) at Cardiff University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Environmental Hazards and Disaster Risk Reduction (MSc) at Cardiff University is £30,700 across 180 required credits.
    Is Environmental Hazards and Disaster Risk Reduction (MSc) at Cardiff University online or in-person?
    Environmental Hazards and Disaster Risk Reduction (MSc) at Cardiff University is offered in-person.
    How long does Environmental Hazards and Disaster Risk Reduction (MSc) at Cardiff University take to complete?
    Environmental Hazards and Disaster Risk Reduction (MSc) at Cardiff University is structured around 1 year and 180 credits.
    What GPA is required for Environmental Hazards and Disaster Risk Reduction (MSc) at Cardiff University?
    Per the program's published guidance: 2:1 honours degree
    What work-permit options follow Environmental Hazards and Disaster Risk Reduction (MSc) at Cardiff University?
    Post-completion work rights for Environmental Hazards and Disaster Risk Reduction (MSc) at Cardiff University: 2 years Graduate Route (UK)