| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Euro Aquae Hydroinformatics and Water Management MSc is a joint degree program offered by five European universities. It provides advanced training in ICT for water resource management, with a focus on practical application and specialization in areas such as software engineering, groundwater management, and urban waters management. Graduates are equipped with the skills and knowledge to address complex water management challenges and pursue careers in various water-related fields.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Euro Aquae Hydroinformatics and Water Management MSc
The Euro Aquae program is a joint degree between five European universities:
- Newcastle University (UK)
- University of Nice-Sophia Antipolis (France)
- Technical University of Catalonia (Spain)
- Warsaw University of Technology (Poland) It has been running successfully since 2004 and is entering its third term of funding.
Objectives:
- Equip students with quantitative training in hydrology, hydraulics, and modern ICT for water management.
- Provide a strong foundation in hydroinformatic concepts, methods, and tools.
- Enable students to specialize in specific areas of water management, such as:
- Software engineering and modeling (Cottbus)
- Groundwater management (Warsaw)
- Decision support systems (Catalonia)
- Urban waters management (Nice)
Description:
The program spans four semesters over two years, with students studying at different partner universities throughout the program:
- Semester 1: Introduction (at any partner university except Newcastle)
- Semester 2: Hydroinformatic concepts, methods, and tools (Newcastle)
- Semester 3: Thematic specialization (at any partner university except Newcastle)
- Semester 4: Research development project or professional practice in industry (available at all partner institutions) Students will receive a joint degree from all five participating universities upon successful completion of the program.
Outline:
Course Content:
The program consists of modules totaling 120 European Credits Transfer System (ECTS) credits, including 36 ECTS credits at a partner institution. The modules focus on:
- Hydroinformatics and its application in water management
- ICT for water resource management
- Software engineering and modeling
- Groundwater management
- Decision support systems
- Urban waters management
Structure:
- Lectures and tutorials at partner institutions are taught in English.
- Semester 1 is an introduction to key technical areas in water management.
- Semester 2 focuses on hydroinformatic concepts, methods, and tools.
- Semester 3 offers thematic specialization in different areas of water management.
- Semester 4 involves a research development project or professional practice in industry.
Course Schedule:
The program is offered full-time over two years.
Assessment:
Assessment methods may include:
- Case studies
- Dissertation
- Oral examinations
- Oral presentations
- Reports
- Thesis
- Written examinations
Teaching:
Delivery and Teaching Methods:
- Primarily through lectures and tutorials at partner universities.
- Additional resources and support available through the Canvas Virtual Learning Environment.
Faculty:
- Renowned experts in hydroinformatics and water management from the participating universities.
Unique Approaches:
- Joint degree program offering a unique international learning experience.
- Strong focus on practical application of ICT in water management.
- Opportunity to specialize in specific areas of water management.
Careers:
Career Paths:
- Water resource management consultant
- Environmental engineer
- Hydrologist
- Hydraulic engineer
- Software engineer
- Researcher
Opportunities:
- Public and private sector organizations involved in water management.
- Environmental consulting firms.
- Research institutions.
Outcomes:
- Graduates will possess the skills and knowledge necessary to address complex water management challenges.
- They will be prepared for successful careers in various water-related fields.
Other:
- The program is accredited by the Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management (CIWEM).
- Students have access to exceptional research facilities and laboratories at Newcastle University.
