Focusing on the major issues of disaster resilience and risk reduction, the MDisMgt equips you with the applicable skills to confidently solve complex problems in high pressure environments.
We implement a holistic approach to disaster management, and provide the knowledge needed to plan frameworks, create policies, and device solutions. A compulsory component of this programme is a research project, where you will demonstrate the critical thinking and analytical skills needed to independently approach a real-world issue in a disaster setting.
This programme draws on expertise from across the University. Beyond the Faculty of Engineering’s world-class academic roster, you’ll be able to learn from experts from Science, Architecture and Planning, Development Studies and Environmental Law. Our students come from a broad range of disciplines. Though they vary in experience, they share a common goal to help communities prepare for, and recover from, natural disasters.
Programme structure
This flexible programme is offered as both a 120-point and 180-point degree. The 120-point programme is designed for students who have already completed the equivalent of a full-time year of postgraduate study.
The programme includes three core courses addressing key topics within the field, including disaster risk management, disaster management and resilience, project management and one 45-point research project (DISMGT 704 A&B) that stretches over two semesters – here, you will address a topic relevant to disaster management.
For the 120-point programme, you will need to choose two courses from the following list:
- Semester One
- DISMGT 703 Disaster Management and Resilience (15 points)
- SOCCLEAD 701 Leading Social Innovation (15 points)
- Semester Two
- DISMGT 701 Disaster Risk Management (15 points)
and one course from the following:
- Semester One
- CIVIL 703 Project Management (15 points)
- ENGGEN 731 Agile and Lean Project Management (15 points)
- Semester Two
- CIVIL 703 Project Management (15 points)
The 180-point programme requires you to choose three courses from the following list of core courses
- Semester One
- CIVIL 703 Project Management (15 points)
- DISMGT 703 Disaster Management and Resilience (15 points)
- SOCCLEAD 701 Leading Social Innovation (15 points)
- SOCCLEAD 706 Innovation, Design, Evaluation
- Semester Two
- CIVIL 703 Project Management (15 points)
- DISMGT 701 Disaster Risk Management (15 points)
A variety of electives to suit your schedule and interests are available from a range of disciplines, including Engineering, Population Health, Development Studies and Law. Please refer to the “Electives” tab for the full selection.
How much does a Master of Disaster Management cost per year?
2020 fees
Domestic studentsNZ$7,848 – $17,901.60*International studentsNZ$43,105*
Fees are set in advance of each calendar year and will be updated on this website. Fees are inclusive of 15% GST, but do not include the Student Services Fee, course books, travel and health insurance, or living costs. Amounts shown are indicative only. In addition to the tuition fees, there is a Student Services Fee of $7.86 per point, estimated at $943.20 for full-time study (120 points). Fees will be confirmed upon completion of enrolment into courses.
*Please note: amounts shown are indicative and estimates only.
Programme requirements
Minimum programme requirements
Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.
- Study optionTaught120 pointsGrade requiredGPAGrade Point Average5.0 Bachelors (honours) degree
- Study optionTaught180 pointsGrade requiredGPAGrade Point Average5.0 Bachelors degree
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Further programme requirements
Select your study option:
Taught 120 points Taught 180 points
You must have completed a bachelors (honours) degree in any discipline. You will need a GPA of 5.0 in 120 points above Stage III.
Start dates
Here are the start dates for the programme.
| Semester One | Starts – 2 March |
|---|---|
| Ends – 29 June | |
| Semester Two | Starts – 27 July |
| Ends – 22 November |
| Semester One | Starts – 1 March |
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| Ends – 28 June | |
| Semester Two | Starts – 19 July |
| Ends – 6 November |