GEOL0056 MSc Independent Research Project

This MSc provides an introduction to geohazards, research methods and field techniques, together with advanced courses in seismology, volcanology, hydrogeological hazards and meteorology.

Coordinator: Dr. Chris Kilburn

Module details

itle	MSc Independent Research Project
UG Code	GEOL0056
Coordinator	Dr. Chris Kilburn
Other Contributors
Term	2
Credits	60
Written Exam
Dissertation	100%
Pre-Requisites
Maths & Stats Content and Requirement
Total Number of Hours of Student Work
Hours of Lectures/Seminars
Hours of Practicals/Problem Classes
Hours of Tutorials
Days of Fieldwork
Other

Content

 

OUTCOMES

The independent project will allow students to pursue a particular topic in geophysical hazards, to critically evaluate available data (from a combination of desktop studies and voluntary fieldwork) and to identify potential solutions to hazard assessment and mitigation.