Engineering Geohazards
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Society worldwide repeatedly finds itself the victim of destructive natural forces due to extreme natural events. High economic losses, the loss of human life, and the endangerment of social structures are challenges that have to be overcome on a regular basis. Predicting the effects of these forces in terms of their extent, space, time, and intensity and minimizing their consequences is a central, interdisciplinary challenge at a local, national, and global level.The intensities of extreme exogenous natural events (storms, storm surges, heavy rainfall) are increasing, but endogenous natural events (earthquakes, volcanic eruptions) also regularly occur, causing varying degrees of damage. Complex chains and cascading catastrophes that follow an initial extreme natural event are often of no less intensity (tsunamis, mass movements) and cumulative in their extent.The interdisciplinary Master’s degree program Engineering Geohazards (EGH) connects the natural sciences, engineering, and economics. In four semesters, students are taught a comprehensive geoscientific basis to understand the complex impact of natural hazards and assess their consequences for society.Finally, in order to protect lives from the consequences of natural disasters, the responsible development and design of engineering protection measures is an essential part of this program. Furthermore, the course of study imparts skills for sustainable preparation and rehabilitation of the habitat in the area of conflict between disaster prevention, national and business economics and ecology, since coping with disasters is associated with high costs. In the long term, graduates are expected to contribute to better control and to develop a sustainable design of our living space.Practical experience and the option of an applied Master’s thesis at partner companies as part of a research module are an integral part of the curriculum. This period is thus also intended as a fixed time when students may study or conduct research outside the university.
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Bachelor's degree in a relevant field English proficiency Admissions Deadline: 1 March
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Aachen
North Rhine-Westphalia
52074
Germany
- 2 years
- Full Time
- On Campus Learning
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