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PGCert Disaster Risk and Resilience

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    PGCert 1 year full-time 2 years part-time or 100% online study

     

Course Description

The fields of humanitarian action, disaster risk reduction, community resilience, climate change adaptation and sustainability increasingly overlap. Professionals working with those most vulnerable to the impacts of conflict and disaster must have an integrated understanding of policy and practice across these themes to ensure a holistic approach.

Studied on campus or 100% online, this course could be for you if you a looking to start your career in disaster management and humanitarian action or currently work in a local or national government disaster management agency, an NGO or civil society organisation and need to further your career. The course comprises four modules which aim to provide you with the essential high-level knowledge needed for successful future careers in these areas.

The course is open to EU nationals living in the UK with settled or pre-settled status who would not require a visa to study.

Entry Requirements

Relevant work experience and/or a professional development qualification.

A 2:2 undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline. Applicants with a lower class of degree and/or professional experience only will be individually considered and will usually be interviewed prior to being offered a place on the course.

Each application will be considered on its merits and the final decision will be made by the course director. For information regarding specific entry requirements, please request information.

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Programme Funding

Funding opportunities including scholarships available

Student Destinations

Our part-time students are often sponsored by their employers. Successful completion of this postgraduate level qualification should provide the credibility needed to progress in your organisation and career.

When you graduate, you can pursue or further a career in sectors including national and local government, NGO’s, UN organisations and other regional organisations, healthcare or consultancy.

Our current teaching staff and the university’s Talent Team can support your search for employment in the UK or overseas by making use of our 25 years of alumni network industrial contacts, careers events, recruitment fairs and individual advice.

Module Details

  • Disaster Risk, Resilience, Adaption and Sustainability
  • Humanitarian Principles, Preparedness and Response
  • Community Preparedness, Recovery and Resilience
  • Disaster Interventions, Evaluation and Learning
  • Supporting Transition to Postgraduate Study

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