Urban Sustainability and Resilience MRes

The Urban Sustainability and Resilience MRes programme at UCL Civil, Environmental & Geomatic Engineering offers a comprehensive and dynamic educational experience. The programme is tailored to empower students with comprehensive research skills and methodologies applicable to the domains of sustainability and resilience.

This programme delves into the intricate research process, equipping students with the ability to apply diverse methodologies in tackling real-world urban challenges. A deep exploration of policies, processes, technologies, and materials shaping future urban landscapes is central to this program, fostering an understanding of how to build sustainable and resilient cities for the future.

The curriculum is designed to provide students with a specialised knowledge base, enabling them to excel in the realm of urban sustainability and resilience. By choosing specific research projects and modules spanning diverse topics and disciplines, students can tailor their learning journey to their interests.

The programme’s overarching goal is to equip students with the expertise to confront the pressing challenges faced by cities worldwide. Through a holistic approach, students will be empowered to enhance the resilience of urban systems and their supporting infrastructure against a spectrum of hazards, ranging from natural and economic to technological shocks.