Overview
This English-taught MSc program trains you in the protection and management of water resources across different climatic zones, and in the planning and construction of water supply and wastewater treatment systems. The curriculum balances foundational theory with applied practice: the first three semesters combine core (basic) and specialised (advanced) modules, while the final semester is reserved for an independent Master’s thesis.
Structure and focus
The programme is interdisciplinary, covering hydrology, hydraulics, ecology, soil and water chemistry, and climate-related topics. Basic courses build a common foundation (including statistics and climatology), after which you personalise your study path through elective advanced modules and a mandatory study project. Practical elements such as internships and communication/conflict-management training are available among the advanced options, helping prepare you for professional or research roles in water management, treatment engineering, or environmental planning.
Program requirements (concise)
Basic courses: 30 credits total
Advanced courses: 50 credits chosen from the following modules
Additional requirements
This structure enables flexibility to tailor your degree toward engineering, ecological or management-oriented careers in the water sector while ensuring core competencies in statistics, climatology and water systems.
The curriculum is organized into modular units delivered through a mix of lectures, seminars, exercises, hands‑on practical training, project work, specialist field excursions, workshops and student tutorials. The program spans four semesters: a one‑semester foundational phase followed by a three‑semester advanced phase. This structure balances broad, compulsory grounding with significant flexibility for specialising in areas of personal and professional interest.
In the first semester (basic course) students complete two compulsory modules and then make guided choices from two module groups—each group requires selecting two modules out of three available options—ensuring a shared foundation while allowing some early focus. The advanced course comprises two further compulsory modules and five electives chosen from a catalogue of ten modules, enabling deep dives into specific hydro‑science topics. The programme culminates in a five‑month Master’s thesis, defended in a colloquium, which integrates research skills and independent problem solving.
Key learning outcomes include: acquisition of core theoretical knowledge in hydro science and engineering; practical and field skills through lab work, excursions and practicals; project management and teamwork competence via collaborative projects; and research independence demonstrated by the Master’s thesis and colloquium. The elective-rich advanced phase is specifically designed so students can tailor their study profile toward academic research, applied engineering roles, or specialised environmental practice.
Concise requirements and highlights
This master's program expects applicants to have completed a relevant first degree with solid academic performance. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree (standard length at least six semesters) in natural sciences, engineering, or a closely related subject area, and their overall result should be better than average. Applicants must also demonstrate good foundational knowledge of mathematics and other natural sciences.
Professional work experience is not a prerequisite for admission, but any relevant practical experience will strengthen an application and is taken into account as an additional selection criterion. International applicants whose degree systems differ are advised to supply clear transcripts and course descriptions to show equivalence and to document their mathematical and science background.
Winter Semester (International)
31 May 2026
Winter Semester (EU/EEA)
15 July 2026
Graduates are prepared for technical and managerial roles in water resources and environmental sectors, including positions in consulting firms, engineering companies, public water authorities, environmental agencies, NGOs and international organisations. The programme’s mix of modelling, fieldwork and project experience is particularly relevant for jobs in flood risk management, integrated water resources planning, urban water systems and water treatment.
The international orientation and mobility options (ERASMUS+, guest lectures and project partnerships) also support careers in multinational teams and cross-border projects, as well as further academic research (PhD) in hydrology, environmental engineering and related fields.