Master degree in Civil Engineering for Mitigation of Risk from Natural Hazards
Pavia, Italy
MSc
DURATION
2 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Nov 2026
TUITION FEES
EUR 4,500 / per year **
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* first application window for the academic year 2026/2027 will be open from Wednesday, 12 November 2025, to Thursday, 20 November 2025
** for EU students, fees are based on students' family income. They range from about 156 euro to 4000 euro per year. For non-EU students a flat rate is determined according to the citizenship and range from 400 euro to 4500 euro
Key Summary
The University of Pavia and the School of Advanced Studies IUSS Pavia present a new international Master of Science program in Civil Engineering for Mitigation of Risk from Natural Hazards. The program is structured in two curricula:
- Reduction of Seismic Risk (ROSE)
- Hydrogeological Risk Assessment and Mitigation (HYRIS)
Courses are taught in English by highly qualified professors with internationally recognized scientific activities.
The Master in Civil Engineering for Mitigation of Risk from Natural Hazards is jointly offered by the University of Pavia and the School of Advanced Studies of Pavia (IUSS).
Objectives
Environmentally-related risks are critical for human communities, productive activities, infrastructure networks as well as cultural heritage. In our modern societies, civil engineers play a key role in mitigating the risks caused by natural catastrophes such as earthquakes, flooding, and landslides.
The Master in Civil Engineering for Mitigation of Risk from Natural Hazards is jointly offered by the University of Pavia and the School of Advanced Studies of Pavia (IUSS) and it provides advanced technical education in the field of structural and geotechnical earthquake engineering, hydraulic engineering, and hydrogeology.
The courses are taught by highly qualified local faculties as well as top international specialists invited to teach selected subjects.
The two-year program will provide students with the proper theoretical background in fundamental disciplines including applied mathematics, and solid and fluid mechanics to fully master the topics taught in advanced technical courses. As a part of their training, students will be required to spend a whole semester working on a master thesis where they may have the opportunity to participate in national and international projects. They may also be involved in the use of cutting-edge experimental facilities such as the EUCENTRE shake table, currently the largest and most powerful earthquake simulator existing in Europe.
Cooperation Agreements
Cooperation agreements of the University of Pavia and IUSS Pavia with a number of renowned academic institutions worldwide actively involved in risk mitigation from natural disasters are currently active. This allows for joint collaboration in research activities, an organization of international conferences and seminars, sharing of publications and technical data, and implementation of student exchange programs. Formal agreements have currently been established with top universities in Europe, the USA, Canada, South America, China, and New Zealand.
This Master Course is designed to shape civil engineers with outstanding scientific and professional skills that are fully aware of the multi-faceted aspects of seismic and hydrogeological risk. Graduates may find employment in engineering design and consulting offices, construction companies, agencies of civil protection, governmental institutions, regional authorities, management offices, international organizations, insurance and reinsurance companies, research institutions.
The Master's Program has a two-year duration. It begins in late September and calls for a full-time commitment. Courses are programmed according to a dual system. While some courses are scheduled over the typical semester time frame, others are contracted to last 4 weeks. The Master's Course is structured in two curricula:
- Reduction of Seismic Risk (ROSE)
- Hydrogeological Risk Assessment and Mitigation (HYRIS)
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