Graduate Certificate in Disaster Risk and Resilience | Good Universities Guide

University of Newcastle

Course Level

Graduate Certificate

CRICOS

113786K

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Graduate Certificate in Disaster Risk and Resilience

The frequency and intensity of disasters and other crises around the world is increasing. The need for professionals with expertise in disaster risk and resilience has never been greater. This program provides students with the essential skills and knowledge to excel in the field of disaster risk reduction and management. With flexible study options, this is an ideal choice for professionals seeking to advance their careers in disaster management, policy development, community resilience, and related fields.

Campus	Duration	Fees	ATAR
Callaghan	Full-time - 0.5 years	$20,930	N/A
Online	Online/Off-campus - 0.5 years Part-time - 3 years	$20,930	N/A

Campus

Duration

Fees

ATAR

Callaghan

Full-time - 0.5 years

$20,930

N/A

Online

Online/Off-campus - 0.5 years

Part-time - 3 years

$20,930

N/A

Structure

40 Units

Subjects

Disaster risk and resilience principles, Community-led resilience and leadership, Disaster resilience economics and business resilience, and Disaster governance and international frameworks.

Entry requirements

AQF 6 (Associate Degree or Advanced Diploma) or higher
AQF 5 (Diploma) award with at least five years of full time equivalent relevant industry experience.

Recognition

This program includes courses that are certified by the Centre International de Formation des Autorites et Leaders (CIFAL) Newcastle, in accordance with the requirements of the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR). This program also includes a course that is co-certified by the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) in accordance with the global Sendai Frameworks for Disaster Risk Reduction.