Please note that the course is going through a re-design process and it is not available to be booked at the moment. Please leave your details here to register your interest in the course and you will receive the booking link as soon as the course is back up and running.
Working with partners – the Environment Agency, HR Wallingford, Jacobs, VolkerStevin and CIWEM - Brunel University London has created the Centre for Flood Risk and Resilience which aims to generate skills and knowledge in key stakeholders of flood risk and resilience, and thereby support the UK Government's Industrial Strategy. Together we have created this online eLearning module which has been specifically designed for new entrants to the water sector. It will be of interest whatever discipline or department you work in or whatever your background, whether you work in a water company itself, a consultancy servicing the sector or another organisation that is actively engaged with, or dealing with, flood risk and resilience.
The focus of this module is on a general description and overview that demonstrates the way in which flooding can occur and how to mitigate the risk it poses. The technical content of this module is limited to only that which is required to appreciate the risk of flooding to a range of receptors and stakeholders.
Upon successful completion of this online learning module, participants will be able to:
Explain the water cycle and excesses of water Identify key areas and main sources of flooding Explain how flood risk is assessed, with knowledge of how certain tools and data are used to describe flood risk Describe examples of the impacts and consequences of flood risk to a range of receptors Understand the concepts of resistance and resilience and how they apply to flood risk Compare stakeholder perspectives in flood risk management 
This module has a learning time equivalent to 10 hours and the study mode is self-paced. You will have four months access to the Online Learning Platform.
Assessment – Five sets of multiple-choice questions, pass mark 80%.
Award - CIWEM accredited Brunel University London CPD Certificate
Please contact learning@ciwem.org or call +44 (0)20 7831 3110 with any booking enquiries.
I would just like to comment on how well it has been thought out and the ease of use is fantastic! Visually it is impressive and it is a very good tool for cementing knowledge and attaining new knowledge in an accessible way.
Rachel March Flood and Coastal Engineering Student, Brunel University
Africa needs country-based evidence to shape its clean energy future – to transition to low-carbon sources to suits local conditions, resources and needs..
Find out more
CIWEM is delighted to host the UK Junior Water Prize competition in 2024, in partnership with Jacobs and Arup
Find out more
Whether you are studying, actively looking to progress your career, or already extensively experienced, our membership will add value and recognition to your achievements.
Join usThis module is designed for existing flood risk professionals (asset managers, partnership managers, flood risk managers) wishing to develop knowledge on flood risk modelling and the science behind it.
Enrol nowThis module is designed for existing flood risk professionals (asset managers, partnership managers, flood risk managers) wishing to develop knowledge of coastal flooding and the science behind it.
Enrol now
CIWEM and CSL Ltd are part of the CIWEM Group.
CSL Ltd (CIWEM Services Limited). Registered in England and Wales. Company No. 3166701. Registered office address: 106-109 Saffron Hill, London EC1N 8QS.
CIWEM (The Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management) Registered Charity No. 1043409 (England & Wales) Registered Charity No. SCo38212 (Scotland). Registered office address: 106-109 Saffron Hill, London EC1N 8QS.
Site designed and developed by Studio Republic