Dr. James Porter

Assistant Professor

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Biography

James Porter is a Senior Lecturer at King's College London, specializing in Environment and Science Policy. His research interests lie primarily in environmental policy, local climate change action, planning and decision-making, and the science-policy interface concerning flood risk and extreme heat management. James completed his BA, MRes, and PhD at King's College London, focusing on the science and policy of flood risk management. His work involves co-production strategies that significantly influence how flood risk is managed, and he is currently investigating climate adaptation efforts, the metrics and challenges associated with measuring progress in this area, and the local authorities' experiences in the UK. He collaborates with various colleagues on projects related to climate adaptation decision-making and risk management, contributing to several undergraduate and postgraduate modules. James welcomes inquiries from prospective PhD students interested in co-production of climate adaptation science and policy as well as flood risk and heatwave research.

Research Interests

Courses

MSc Climate Change: Science Policy Geographical Research Skills Critical Geographies of Climate Change Researching Climate Change: Key Methods Environmental Science Policymaking

Requirements for King's College London

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:23
Reading
Required:23
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant subject Quantitative competency (for some Economics/Finance programs)
Application Checklist
  • Official Transcripts
  • Personal Statement
  • Two Academic References
  • CV/Resume
  • English Language Proficiency Proof
Specialization Notes

Requirements are consistent across King's Business School and Social Science & Public Policy departments for standard Master's entries.