Engineering - Flood risk management at critical infrastructure

Supervisor: Dr Eda Majtan

Bio: I am an assistant professor of civil engineering with an expertise in flood risk management and the flood resilience of infrastructure.

Email: eda.majtan@liverpool.ac.uk

School: Engineering

Department: Engineering

Module code: ENGG290

Suitable for students of: Civil engineering, environmental engineering, and environmental science

Desired experience or requirements: N/A

Places available: 2

Start dates: Session 1 (15th June 2026)

Project length: 8 weeks 

Virtual option: Yes

Hybrid option: Yes

Project description:

Flooding is one of the most damaging natural hazards, threatening communities and critical infrastructure systems. Climate change is increasing the frequency and intensity of extreme rainfall, exposing more areas to flood risk. Essential infrastructure such as transport, energy, water services, communication networks, and health facilities is especially vulnerable. Disruption to these systems can cause widespread impacts on safety, economic activity, and service delivery.

Many existing flood management practices are no longer adequate for current and future risks. Aging and exposed infrastructure increases vulnerability, highlighting the need for improved strategies that strengthen resilience and support rapid recovery. Understanding flood hazards, infrastructure weaknesses, and effective management approaches is essential to ensure continuity of essential services during flood events. The main aim of this project is The main aim is to address flood risks at critical infrastructure and develop management strategies that enhance resilience, reduce vulnerability, and support continuity of essential services during flood events.

Additional requirements: N/A