Taught course

Disaster Risk and Resilience

Institution
Coventry University · College of Engineering, Environment and Science
Qualifications
PGCert

Entry requirements

An undergraduate degree 2:2 or above (or international 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.

Months of entry

May

Course content

Learn how to assess risks, vulnerabilities and capacity in complex contexts and develop sector-relevant skills to enhance humanitarian response, participatory approaches, accountability and organisational change.

Key course content includes:

  • Opportunities to take part in simulated disaster response scenarios in our immersive Simulation Centre.
  • Preparation to understand the concepts, theories, policy and practice within the areas of risk, humanitarian practice, development, disaster risk reduction and climate change adaptation so that you are better able to evaluate the activities of NGOs, government organisations, multilateral agencies and institutions and drive necessary transformation.

Why you should study this course

  • Coventry University is a still a leading provider of higher education courses and consultancy services in emergency and disaster management capabilities. Benefit from access to our global network of alumni and industry connections.
  • There is dedicated academic writing support available for those who are new to higher education or returning after a long break

Please use the official Coventry University website as your main source of information as our courses are subject to change throughout the year.

Qualification, course duration and attendance options

  • PGCert
    full time
    12 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification

Course contact details

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Enquiries
Email
ukadmissions@coventry.ac.uk
Phone
+44 (0)24 7765 6565