Manchester University offers an undergraduate degree in Disaster Management and Humanitarian Response. The three-year course aims to develop students understanding of the causes and impacts of international crises. Students also develop knowledge of practical humanitarian aid and disaster response management. The course covers the root causes of contemporary conflicts, as well as encourages debates around peacebuilding. The BSc in International Disaster Management and Humanitarian Response at Manchester University aims to develop students understanding of disaster risk reduction as well as develop practical expertise to analyse disaster risks and vulnerabilities. There is also a focus on ethical issues in relation to humanitarian response and student are encouraged to critique the role of governments, inter-government agencies and NGOs in their response to disasters. Students on the course can also part-take in field work placements to gain practical experience.
UK applicants for the BSc in International Disaster Management and Humanitarian Response at Manchester University need A level of grades AAB with at least one humanities subject. They also need four GCSEs grade C or above including Maths and English. International applicants need an International Baccalaureate score of 35 points overall. 6,6,5 in Higher Level subjects or equivalent. English language requirements for the course include IELTS 6.5 with no element below 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition fees for the BSc in International Disaster Management and Humanitarian Response at Manchester University are 9,250 GBP for UK students and 19,500 GBP for international students. The university offers International Excellence Scholarships of 3,000 GBP each to undergraduate applicants with high academic achievements.