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  1. Our MSc in Geophysical Hazards investigates the processes that turn natural events into hazards, from volcanic eruptions, earthquakes and landslides to floods, tsunami and hurricanes. It provides an essential grounding for all fields of hazard study, from pure research to applications in the commercial and humanitarian sectors.

  2. Our MSc in Geophysical Hazards investigates the processes that turn natural events into hazards, from volcanic eruptions, earthquakes and landslides to floods, tsunami and hurricanes. It provides an essential grounding for all fields of hazard study, from pure research to applications in the commercial and humanitarian sectors.

  3. Jun 5, 2019 · In this chapter, we will elaborate on three basic terms in the field of disaster risk science: hazards, disasters, and risks. We will also discuss the classification, indexes, temporal and spatial patterns, and some other fundamental scientific problems that are...

    • Peijun Shi
    • spj@bnu.edu.cn
    • 2019
  4. Sep 1, 2021 · As a discipline, the science of natural hazards and disaster risk aims to explain the spatial-temporal pattern, process and mechanism, emergency response and risk mitigation of natural hazards, which requires a multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary approach.

    • Peng Cui, Jianbing Peng, Peijun Shi, Huiming Tang, Chaojun Ouyang, Qiang Zou, Lianyou Liu, Changdong...
    • 2021
  5. Our MSc in Environmental Hazards and Risks explores the causes and devastating impacts of natural events including earthquakes, floods, drought, heatwaves, landslides and climate change and the threat they pose to environments and populations around the world. Taking a natural sciences approach, you will develop an in-depth knowledge of these ...

  6. Earthquakes, floods, and wildfires are all examples of natural hazards: phenomena in the Earth system with the potential to impact individuals, communities, and society as a whole. Natural hazards include: Weather-related phenomena, like severe storms and tornadoes. Geological phenomena, like earthquakes and volcanic activity.

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  8. This course examines the physical science of natural hazards, the social factors that can contribute to disasters, emergency planning and disaster risk reduction (DRR). You'll gain expertise in a range of practical and field techniques through ‘real-world' exercises.

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