Water: hydrology, landscapes and risk

Water is a critical resource for natural and human systems. It allows life to thrive and shapes landscapes. In this unit, you will investigate the movement and cycling of fresh water within the Earth system across a range of environments, climates and ecosystems. You will examine the key processes associated with the hydrological cycle, and assess the role of water as a modulator of dynamic land-forms. You will investigate water as both a resource and a hazard to human and natural systems. This includes exploring risks related to flood, fire, drought and water security, and how these are affected by humans altering the natural hydrologic cycle through environmental change. Your learning will be supported by lectures, interactive workshops, and practical activities with opportunities for experimentation in both laboratory and field settings.