Aud Solveig Nilsen

Aud Solveig Nilsen is an Assistant Professor at UiT The Arctic University of Norway, specializing in risk management and societal security. She teaches courses in Civil Security and Emergency Preparedness at the Harstad campus and contributes to programs in Kirkenes, Tromsø, and international collaborations.

• Teaches SIK-1507 (Harstad) and SVF-3201 (Master’s level)
• Supervises bachelor’s and master’s theses
• Focuses on Arctic-specific risks and international emergency management

Her research integrates societal security, emergency preparedness, and scenario-based education, with a particular emphasis on municipal risk governance and climate change challenges. Publications highlight the use of risk analysis tools, collaborative disaster response, and foresight methodologies.

Recent articles examine scenario development for Arctic emergencies, international collaboration in disaster management, and the application of risk tools in educational settings. These works span disciplines including public policy, emergency planning, and climate adaptation.

She actively participates in international student exercises like Barents Rescue and contributes to pedagogical innovation through simulation-based learning. Her work addresses both theoretical frameworks and practical implementations in societal security.