Water Management for Development (Distance Learning, Part-time)

Program Overview

This MSc in Water and Environmental Sanitation for Low- and Middle-Income Countries equips graduates with the knowledge and skills to manage water and sanitation services sustainably. Delivered entirely online, the program offers flexible learning opportunities and prepares individuals for high-demand careers in international organizations, NGOs, and governments. Accredited by CIWEM and JBM, it enhances career prospects and provides a pathway for professional development in the water and sanitation sector.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Overview:

• Qualification(s) available: MSc, PGDip, PGCert
• Fees:
• UK: £12,250 (per academic year)
• International: £24,500 (per academic year)
• Scholarships available
• Entry requirements: A 2:2 honours degree (or equivalent international qualification) in any discipline.

Objectives:

• Develop careers managing water supply and environmental sanitation infrastructure and services for low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).
• Support professionalization in the sector through policy development, performance improvement, institutional reform, change management, benchmarking services, and financial viability.
• Equip participants with knowledge of water and environmental sanitation technologies.
• Encourage a critical approach to the global principles and local practices of sustainable water and environmental management for the public good.

Description:

This MSc explores the knowledge and skills required to coordinate, plan, manage, and monitor water and environmental sanitation services for a sustainable future. It delves into:

• Policy Development: Analyze policies for improving water and sanitation services in developing countries.
• Performance Improvement: Identify methods for evaluating and enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of water and sanitation services.
• Change Management: Understand and navigate the dynamics of change within water and sanitation institutions and programs.
• Benchmarking Services: Analyze performance benchmarks to assess and optimize water and sanitation service delivery.
• Financial Viability: Develop strategies for financially sustainable water and sanitation services in low-resource settings.
• Appropriate Water and Environmental Sanitation Technologies: Acquire knowledge about a wide range of suitable and cost-effective technologies for water and sanitation provision in low- and middle-income countries.

Teaching:

• Distance Learning: This MSc is delivered entirely online, offering flexible and accessible learning opportunities for individuals worldwide.
• Unique Online Portal: Access resources and course content readily in one central online location for an efficient learning experience.

Careers:

• High-demand field: Sustainable Development Goal 6 underscores the critical need for managing water and environmental sanitation services effectively in low- and middle-income countries.
This MSc prepares graduates to address this growing demand.
• Career advancement: The program aims to provide career development opportunities, particularly for individuals already employed in related fields who want to pursue senior management positions.
• Global career opportunities: Graduates are equipped for diverse careers with international organizations, non-governmental organizations, and national governments in various countries facing water and sanitation challenges.
• Alumni success stories: The program boasts successful alumni working in high-level positions across NGOs, UN agencies, and national governments, contributing significantly to water and sanitation policy-making in their respective nations.
• Examples of potential roles: Senior Water and Sanitation Specialist (World Bank), Chief of Party (USAID program), Chief of WASH (UNICEF), Water Sector Project Director (Millennium Challenge Coordinating Unit).

Other:

• Professional recognition: This program is accredited by both the Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management (CIWEM) and the Joint Board of Moderators (JBM), enhancing your career prospects in this field.
• Flexible part-time study: The program's part-time structure allows working professionals to balance their studies with their current careers, enhancing their skills and qualifications without sacrificing professional commitments.

UK fee: £12,250 Full-time degree per annum International fee: £24,500 Full-time degree per annum