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UCL Department of Risk and Disaster Reduction

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Explore global humanitarian crises and development challenges from multiple angles, working with researchers who are shaping policy and practice across industry and governments. We offer programmes at undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral level.

Whether you are seeking to gain a headstart in humanitarian work, or are ready to specialise in a particular strand of disaster risk reduction, you can look forward to being part of a close-knit community of students and academics here at UCL, all striving to improve disaster and crisis management globally. 

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Undergraduate

Set yourself up for a fulfilling career in the humanitarian sector on this unique BSc, a one-of-a-kind programme in humanitarian studies.  

Masters Programmes

Postgraduate

Pursue master’s level study, working with UCL’s renowned researchers, to analyse and provide solutions to complex humanitarian issues.  

PhD Study

PhD Programme

Make your own unique contribution to risk and disaster reduction research on an MPhil or PhD. 

Other IRDR Programmes

Other RDR Programmes

Increase your knowledge in this field without the time commitment of a full-time master’s. 

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Educating Leaders

Explore student research and prize-winning dissertations shaping DRR and humanitarian practice.

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What's on at UCL RDR

Discover upcoming events, commentary, and news from UCL's Risk and Disaster Reduction community.

Host a taster session at your school

Are you a teacher or careers adviser interested in introducing your students to the world of risk, disaster reduction and humanitarian studies? Our academics offer engaging virtual and in-person taster sessions for schools in the UK and internationally, providing students with a glimpse into the critical skills and interdisciplinary knowledge needed to address global challenges like climate change, conflict, displacement and disaster resilience. To organise a taster session for your students or to find out more about our programmes, please contact rdr-education@ucl.ac.uk.


Why choose UCL?

Being a student at UCL is about so much more than just acquiring knowledge. Studying here allows you to realise your potential as an individual, and gives you the skills and tools to thrive in your chosen path.


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Contact us

Postgraduate (PG) Admissions Tutors
Dr Roberto Gentile and Dr Sarah Dryhurst
Email: irdr-education@ucl.ac.uk

Undergraduate (UG) Admissions Tutor
Dr Shipra Jain
Email: irdr-education@ucl.ac.uk