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The Master’s programme provides multi-disciplinary and high-quality university education in the field of water resources engineering. Students will be trained with technical and managerial knowledge and skills to: (i) successfully plan, design, operate and manage water resources projects; and (ii) advise and support authorities in decision-making and policy-making that enhance the safe exploitation and re-use of wastewater and the equitable distribution and conservation of local, regional and global water resources.
Water Resources Engineering deals with the methods and techniques applied in the study of:
water needs for agriculture, industry, households, recreation, navigation, hydroelectric power generation
problems related to storm water drainage and flood damage mitigation
problems related to water quality in streams and aquifers, erosion, sedimentation, protection of ecosystems and other natural resources
integrated water management
institutional, socio-economic, and policy issues related to water resources development and management
The first year of the full programme builds a common foundation and is the same for all students. In the second year a more personal programme is designed. Through the choice of 4 elective courses and a specific topic for thesis research, you can tailor your study programme to fit your interests. Exchange semesters and specialisations are also possible at specific partner universities. Courses are held both at KU Leuven and the VUB campus in Brussels. iupware.be
Strengths
1. The programme has a strong research-base, which is supported by water-related research in several faculties of both VUB and KU Leuven. The research is also on water resources in the South and the North under a wide range of climates and environments.
2. Project-based learning activities (working on real-world case studies) are a major teaching method. This helps students to acquire the practical skills and attitudes needed in their professional life.
3. Global water-related challenges and commitments are discussed throughout the programme. This includes the Sustainable Development Goals (e.g. with water being closely linked to SDG6 clean water and sanitation, and related to SDG2 zero hunger, SDG13 climate action, SDG14 life below water). The programme also covers the water management needs as formulated in the EU water legislation such as the Water Framework Directive and the Floods Directive. Hereby, climate and land-use change are an important focus.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Engineering - General
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The Master’s programme provides multi-disciplinary and high-quality university education in the field of water resources engineering. Students will be trained with technical and managerial knowledge and skills to: (i) successfully plan, design, operate and manage water resources projects; and (ii) advise and support authorities in decision-making and policy-making that enhance the safe exploitation and re-use of wastewater and the equitable distribution and conservation of local, regional and global water resources.
Water Resources Engineering deals with the methods and techniques applied in the study of:
water needs for agriculture, industry, households, recreation, navigation, hydroelectric power generation
problems related to storm water drainage and flood damage mitigation
problems related to water quality in streams and aquifers, erosion, sedimentation, protection of ecosystems and other natural resources
integrated water management
institutional, socio-economic, and policy issues related to water resources development and management
The first year of the full programme builds a common foundation and is the same for all students. In the second year a more personal programme is designed. Through the choice of 4 elective courses and a specific topic for thesis research, you can tailor your study programme to fit your interests. Exchange semesters and specialisations are also possible at specific partner universities. Courses are held both at KU Leuven and the VUB campus in Brussels. iupware.be
Strengths
1. The programme has a strong research-base, which is supported by water-related research in several faculties of both VUB and KU Leuven. The research is also on water resources in the South and the North under a wide range of climates and environments.
2. Project-based learning activities (working on real-world case studies) are a major teaching method. This helps students to acquire the practical skills and attitudes needed in their professional life.
3. Global water-related challenges and commitments are discussed throughout the programme. This includes the Sustainable Development Goals (e.g. with water being closely linked to SDG6 clean water and sanitation, and related to SDG2 zero hunger, SDG13 climate action, SDG14 life below water). The programme also covers the water management needs as formulated in the EU water legislation such as the Water Framework Directive and the Floods Directive. Hereby, climate and land-use change are an important focus.
Students with a degree obtained at an institution outside the Flemish Community:
Diploma requirements
- Bachelor of Engineering
- Bachelor of Bioscience Engineering
- Bachelor of Environmental Engineering
- Bachelor of Geography
- Bachelor of Geology
- Bachelor of Biology
- Bachelor of Sciences
Language requirements
All applicants who have not obtained a previous diploma in an English-taught programme in Australia, English-speaking Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and the United States of America must submit a certificate proving their proficiency in English.
All applicants need to meet the minimum language requirements of KU Leuven. In addition, they need to have obtained minimum scores of at least 18/30 (TOEFL iBT), 6/9 (IELTS Academic) or 170 (CAE/CPE) on each of the components tested (reading, writing, speaking, listening). More information about English proficiency tests can be found on http://www.kuleuven.be/english/admissions/lang/lang-test.
2 Years
Sep
International
9,493 EUR
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Master of Water Resources Engineering
KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
24 monthsProgramme duration
9,493 EURTuition Fee/year
Engineering - GeneralMain Subject Area
Programme overview
Main Subject
Engineering - General
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The Master’s programme provides multi-disciplinary and high-quality university education in the field of water resources engineering. Students will be trained with technical and managerial knowledge and skills to: (i) successfully plan, design, operate and manage water resources projects; and (ii) advise and support authorities in decision-making and policy-making that enhance the safe exploitation and re-use of wastewater and the equitable distribution and conservation of local, regional and global water resources.
Water Resources Engineering deals with the methods and techniques applied in the study of:
The first year of the full programme builds a common foundation and is the same for all students. In the second year a more personal programme is designed. Through the choice of 4 elective courses and a specific topic for thesis research, you can tailor your study programme to fit your interests. Exchange semesters and specialisations are also possible at specific partner universities. Courses are held both at KU Leuven and the VUB campus in Brussels. iupware.be
Strengths
1. The programme has a strong research-base, which is supported by water-related research in several faculties of both VUB and KU Leuven. The research is also on water resources in the South and the North under a wide range of climates and environments.
2. Project-based learning activities (working on real-world case studies) are a major teaching method. This helps students to acquire the practical skills and attitudes needed in their professional life.
3. Global water-related challenges and commitments are discussed throughout the programme. This includes the Sustainable Development Goals (e.g. with water being closely linked to SDG6 clean water and sanitation, and related to SDG2 zero hunger, SDG13 climate action, SDG14 life below water). The programme also covers the water management needs as formulated in the EU water legislation such as the Water Framework Directive and the Floods Directive. Hereby, climate and land-use change are an important focus.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Engineering - General
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The Master’s programme provides multi-disciplinary and high-quality university education in the field of water resources engineering. Students will be trained with technical and managerial knowledge and skills to: (i) successfully plan, design, operate and manage water resources projects; and (ii) advise and support authorities in decision-making and policy-making that enhance the safe exploitation and re-use of wastewater and the equitable distribution and conservation of local, regional and global water resources.
Water Resources Engineering deals with the methods and techniques applied in the study of:
The first year of the full programme builds a common foundation and is the same for all students. In the second year a more personal programme is designed. Through the choice of 4 elective courses and a specific topic for thesis research, you can tailor your study programme to fit your interests. Exchange semesters and specialisations are also possible at specific partner universities. Courses are held both at KU Leuven and the VUB campus in Brussels. iupware.be
Strengths
1. The programme has a strong research-base, which is supported by water-related research in several faculties of both VUB and KU Leuven. The research is also on water resources in the South and the North under a wide range of climates and environments.
2. Project-based learning activities (working on real-world case studies) are a major teaching method. This helps students to acquire the practical skills and attitudes needed in their professional life.
3. Global water-related challenges and commitments are discussed throughout the programme. This includes the Sustainable Development Goals (e.g. with water being closely linked to SDG6 clean water and sanitation, and related to SDG2 zero hunger, SDG13 climate action, SDG14 life below water). The programme also covers the water management needs as formulated in the EU water legislation such as the Water Framework Directive and the Floods Directive. Hereby, climate and land-use change are an important focus.
Brochures
Admission Requirements
Students with a degree obtained at an institution outside the Flemish Community:
Diploma requirements
- Bachelor of Engineering
- Bachelor of Bioscience Engineering
- Bachelor of Environmental Engineering
- Bachelor of Geography
- Bachelor of Geology
- Bachelor of Biology
- Bachelor of Sciences
Language requirements
All applicants who have not obtained a previous diploma in an English-taught programme in Australia, English-speaking Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and the United States of America must submit a certificate proving their proficiency in English.
All applicants need to meet the minimum language requirements of KU Leuven. In addition, they need to have obtained minimum scores of at least 18/30 (TOEFL iBT), 6/9 (IELTS Academic) or 170 (CAE/CPE) on each of the components tested (reading, writing, speaking, listening). More information about English proficiency tests can be found on http://www.kuleuven.be/english/admissions/lang/lang-test.
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