Note: The Master of Applied Science - Disaster Risk and Resilience has been closed to enrolments since 2022.

With this research-based Master’s, you will blend study and application across areas like agriculture, industry, transport, communications, recreation and tourism. Then you'll relate these to vitally important subjects like international rural development and the management and conservation of our biosphere and natural resources.

The Disaster Risk and Resilience specialisation in the Master of Applied Science cultivates an holistic, integrated and comprehensive understanding of disaster management and risk reduction.

Canterbury’s post-quake environment offer unique opportunities, and this specialisation is taught by staff from both Lincoln and the University of Canterbury.

The University of Canterbury has strong credentials in hazard processes, risk assessment, management and reduction, whilst Lincoln has recognised strengths in environment planning, socio-economic impacts, community engagement, policy and resilience. You’ll be able to access the expertise and complementary knowledge of both universities, as well as expand the scope of your research topics.