University
Auckland University of Technology (AUT)Master of Disaster Risk Management and Development
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Master's Degree
Duration
5 years
Next start date
Expected Feb 2027
Summary
Gain the skills to tackle increasingly complex disaster risks, both now and in the future, and research a topic of your interest.
Develop advanced disaster risk management knowledge and skills to reduce disaster risks, build community resilience, and manage disaster response and recovery.
The Master of Disaster Risk Management and Development aligns with global and national best practice, and is ideal if you’re passionate about sustainable development, community resilience or humanitarian response. It’s also a good fit if you’re already working in the field and need a tertiary-level qualification.
Entry criteria
Minimum entry requirementsCompleted one of the following; or equivalent:
- Bachelor’s degree with a B- grade or higher in courses at a level 7 or equivalent
- In exceptional circumstances an applicant who does not meet the requirements above, but who has an appropriate combination of academic and professional experience, may be considered for admission
International student entry requirements
Other requirements- Submit evidence of ability to study at postgraduate level in this field
- Provide evidence of current professional practice
- May be required to complete relevant prerequisite courses as specified by the Board of Studies
- IELTS (Academic) 6.5 overall with no band less than 6.0
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