Study location	Italy, Pavia
Type	Graduate, full-time
Nominal duration	2 years (120 ECTS)
Study language	English
Awards	(Master degree in Civil Engineering for Mitigation of Risk from Natural Hazards)
Course code	06418/00/2017

Tuition fee	€4,500 per year Students may be eligible to apply for a flat rate or to tuition fees calculated according to their family income. More information here: en.unipv.it/en/education/bachelors-and-masters-degree-programs/fees-and-funding/fees
Application fee	€35 per programme This fee is not refundable.

Entry qualification	Undergraduate diploma (or higher) Bachelor’s degree, postgraduate Master’s degree awarded in Engineering. Check here the requirements. The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English / French / Italian / Spanish. Send scanned copies of the original documents. Admitted candidates will be asked to submit verified documentation upon enrollment

Language requirements	English Knowledge of the English language at a level no lower than level B2 of the CEF (Common European Framework). Read more here about exceptions.

Other requirements	At least 1 reference(s) must be provided. Country-specific minimum GPA may apply, please read here Specific requirements for Non-EU applicants: Please note that this course accept a maximum number of non eu students. If you wish to find out the exact number consult this link. If you wish to find out if you are a non eu or a eu prospective student read here.

More information	civrisk.unipv.it

Overview

The University of Pavia and the School of Advanced Studies IUSS Pavia present a new international Master of Science programme in Civil Engineering for Mitigation of Risk from Natural Hazards.The programme is structured in two curricula:

• Reduction of Seismic Risk (ROSE)
• Hydrogeological Risk Assessment and Mitigation (HYRIS)

Courses are taught in English by highly qualified professors with an internationally recognized scientific activity.

The Master in Civil Engineering for Mitigation of Risk from Natural Hazards is jointly offered by the University of Pavia and the School of Advanced Studies of Pavia (IUSS).

Funding opportunities: students accepted to this study programme are eligible to apply for a dedicated scholarship. Relevant information will be sent in due time to all admitted students.

Programme structure

Learning activities are organized in a study plan by an appointed committee. The study plan shows a total of 120 credits to complete in a minimum of 2 years. Please read here more about your study plan personalized for each curriculum.

Career opportunities

This Master Course is designed to shape civil engineers with outstanding scientific and professional skills that are fully aware of the multi-faceted aspects of the seismic and hydrogeological risk. Graduates may find employment in engineering design and consulting offices, construction companies,agencies of civil protection, governmental institutions, regional authorities, management offices, international organizations, insurance and re-insurance companies, research institutions.