Disaster and Emergency Management BSc (Hons) at Coventry University

Explore disaster and emergency management in a global context, developing skills in risk reduction, humanitarian relief and resilience to support responses to crises and emergencies. Disaster and emergency management professionals play a critical role in reducing the impact of human, technological and environmental catastrophes. Develop the skills to manage these events, blending theory with hands-on learning through simulations, fieldwork and industry collaborations.

Faculty: Sustainability, Geography and Environment  |  Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years sandwich  |  Study mode: full-time (sandwich/placement option)  |  Intake: November 2026, January 2027, March 2027, May 2027, July 2027  |  Location: Coventry, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year one: Fundamentals of Disaster and Emergency Management, Global Challenges, Societal Resilience, Disaster and Emergency Management in Practice. Year two: Risk and Preparedness, Organisational Resilience, Training, Testing, Exercising and Simulation, Urban Design for Resilient Communities. Final year: Recovery, Reconstruction and Resilience, The Future of Disaster and Emergency Management, International Field Study, Undergraduate Research Project.

Career pathways

Our blend of academic and practical study seeks to provide you with a specialist understanding of all aspects of disaster management, as well as the specific emergency planning and management skills needed to prepare you for employment in this sector. The course aims to develop your skills in problem-solving, teamwork and leadership, project management and communication, all of which are qualities employers demand.

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