Overview

The University School for Advanced Studies Pavia (IUSS) offers a Master of Science program in Civil Engineering for Mitigation of Risk from Natural Hazards that prepares students to become experts in the design of solutions to mitigate the risks of natural disasters. Our program integrates civil engineering, geology, and environmental science to provide a comprehensive approach to risk reduction.

Key features:

Interdisciplinary curriculum that integrates civil engineering, geology, and environmental science
Emphasis on practical application and innovation in the field of natural disaster risk reduction
Access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources
Collaboration with leading experts in the field
Opportunities for hands-on research and fieldwork experience

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Natural Hazards and Disasters
Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering
Structural Dynamics and Earthquake Engineering
Coastal Engineering and Management
Floodplain Management and Hydraulic Engineering
Landslide Hazard and Risk Analysis
Risk Assessment and Management for Infrastructure Systems
Advanced Topics in Civil Engineering for Mitigation of Risk from Natural Hazards

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-09 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
Starting 2027-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-18 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Pavia, Italy

Disciplines

Civil Engineering & Construction Risk Management Emergency & Disaster Management View 17 other Masters in Civil Engineering & Construction in Italy

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor's degree in a related field
English proficiency
CV
Personal statement
Letters of recommendation

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

400 EUR / year

≈ 400 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

156 EUR / year

≈ 156 EUR / year

Additional Details

The Flat Rate is set on the basis of the student’s citizenship and area of study, according to three brackets. It ranges from €400 to €4500 per year.

Living costs

Pavia

Italy

600 - 950 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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