Newcastle University

Civil Engineering

Flood Risk Management MSc; PGDip (Flexible Learning)

MSc and PGDip: 36–72 months part time (flexible learning) 

Fees

Please contact the School for details of fees.

Aims

This programme aims to train a new generation of flood risk management specialists who can lead, develop and implement knowledge in this area in their own countries and institutions. Through theoretical, practical and computational (informatics) components, the programme provides the opportunity for graduates from a range of disciplines to enhance their knowledge of the water environment and flood risk management.

Programme Description

This degree is accredited as meeting the requirements for Further Learning for a Chartered Engineer (CEng) for candidates who have already acquired an Accredited CEng (Partial) BEng (Hons) undergraduate first degree or an Accredited IEng (Full) BEng / BSc (Hons) undergraduate first degree.  See www.jbm.org.uk for further information. The programme is also accredited by the Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management (CIWEM) and the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).  See www.ciwem.org and www.rics.org respectively for further information.

This flexible learning programme is designed to provide training for recent graduates in full-time employment in industry.

For the MSc you take a selection of taught modules (100 credits) and a work-based dissertation (80 credits). Compulsory modules (90 credits) may include: quantitative methods for engineering; hydrosystems processes and management; climate change – earth system, future scenarios and threats; hydrosystems modelling; modelling of floods; options for flood risk management; real-time flood forecasting and warning systems; flood management - governance, planning and project appraisal. You then choose another module (10 credits) from either integrated river basin management or climate change - vulnerability, impacts and adaptation.

For the Diploma you take a selection of taught modules (80 credits) and a work-based dissertation (40 credits).  Assessment is by formal written examinations, coursework, a dissertation (often in collaboration with industry) and a poster presentation.

Find out  more detailed information about the programme modules

Entrance Requirements

A 2:2 Honours degree in a relevant science or engineering subject or an international equivalent. Other equivalent qualifications and/or relevant industrial experience will be considered for entry.

Applicants whose first language is not English require IELTS 6.5, TOEFL 90 (Internet-based), or equivalent.  

Our INTO Newcastle University Centre can provide extra tuition to help you meet the University's English language requirements.

Tier 4 Student Visas (International Applicants)

The UK Border Agency (UKBA) has now revised its rules for Tier 4 student visa applications regarding English language ability. You are now required to hold a minimum of IELTS 5.5 (or equivalent) in all sub skills (listening, writing, reading and speaking) to be eligible to apply for a Tier 4 visa.

Please note that the University’s English language requirements are normally higher (see above).

Typical Funding

See also: Funding and Finance.

How to Apply

There is no closing date for this programme. However, international students applying for September 2012 entry should apply by Friday 13 July 2012 to ensure that they have time to put appropriate arrangements in place.

Please note: As a formal condition of the offer to study at Newcastle University, students from outside the UK/EU are required to pay a deposit of £1,500 or submit an official letter of sponsorship for their chosen programme. The deposit payment is non refundable, but will be deducted from tuition fees upon registration.

For the quickest and easiest way to apply, visit our postgraduate online application site.

Further Information

For further information please contact:
Academic Secretary (Water Resources Engineering)
School of Civil Engineering and Geosciences
Telephone: +44 (0) 191 222 6402
Email: ceg.water@ncl.ac.uk