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Overview
Reducing the impact of disasters globally presents a huge challenge that requires co-ordinated and collaborative action.
During this Risk and Disaster Reduction programme from University College London (UCL) students learn how to conduct original, cross-disciplinary and international scientific research with significant, positive societal impact within an intellectually and globally diverse student body.
There is a focus on disciplinary research methods - in the laboratory, or in the field, depending on the nature of the research - and employing theoretical, statistical, modelling and desk-based techniques. Students' skills in research, teaching, public engagement, communications, consultancy, and knowledge exchange are emphasised.
Careers
An IRDR PhD provides excellent networks and training for careers in research, research communication, public policy, (re)insurance, catastrophe modelling, risk management, international development, humanitarian assistance, engineering and many other fields.
We run an annual IRDR Careers and Opportunities Fair for students and graduates to seek advice regarding employment, which is attended by a range of recruiters, from the financial sector to the public sector to disaster response NGOs.
Employability
IRDR PhD graduates have gained employment in a wide variety of positions in London and around the world both within and outside of academia.
The institute’s extensive links and established credibility with the private sector, the non-profit sector, government, international organisations and academia provides graduates with a high-level network for winning positions, along with the skills and qualifications to apply for advertised posts and fellowships.
Programme Structure
Research areas:- Public perception of risk
- Computational and statistical modelling
- Digital public health in emergencies
- Transmission characteristics of infectious agents
- Epidemiology of pandemics
- Space health risks
- Climate forcing of geological hazards
- Planning and design codes
- Innovative design and construction
- Disaster risk reduction
- Resilience and recovery
- Cascading disasters
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
- Part-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
English
IELTS 6.5
PTE Academic 62
TOEFL® IBT 92
Credits
240 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Public Health Risk Management View 77 other PhDs in Public Health in United KingdomAcademic requirements
GPA Upper Second Class
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
PTE Academic 62
TOEFL® IBT 92
Other requirements
General requirements
- Normally, a minimum of an upper second-class UK Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard.
Tuition Fee
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International
25730 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 25730 GBP per year during 24 months. -
National
5690 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 5690 GBP per year during 24 months.
Part-time:
- UK: £2,845
- International: £12,850
Living costs for London
1137 - 2157 GBP /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
CSC-UCL Joint Research Scholarship
- Value:
Fees, maintenance and travel (Duration of programme)
- Eligibility:
Overseas
- Criteria:
Based on academic merit
UCL Research Opportunity Scholarship
- Value:
UK/EU rate fees, a maintenance stipend, conference costs and professional development package (3 years)
- Eligibility:
UK
- Criteria:
Based on both academic merit and financial need
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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