Water Resources and Environmental Management (WATENV)

Sustainable development in all areas of water resources management, water supply, waste water treatment and solid waste management is of great importance for present-day and succeeding generations. Engineers and natural scientists in water resources and environmental management are qualified to search for responses to worldwide problems of increasing water scarcity, flood risks and environmental pollution. Graduates work together with colleagues in several special fields. The job is multidisciplinary, interesting and globally needed.

Information for students of the M.Sc. „WATENV” programme

What is WATENV?

WATENV is a research oriented international Master of Science Programme hosted at the Faculty of Civil Engineering and Geodetic Sciences, Leibniz University of Hanover, Germany. Students obtain interdisciplinary knowledge and key qualifications in the fields of water engineering and sustainable water resources management. Graduates are prepared to take responsible positions e.g. in research and higher environmental administration. Quality and availability of water are more and more threatened by societal and environmental change. There is a growing demand for experts in water related subjects, which offers great job opportunities worldwide.

Master programme

In the first semester students obtain knowledge of basics in natural sciences, environmental hydraulics, hydrology and water resources management. Afterwards one of the two special fields, Water Resources Management or Sanitary Engineering, has to be elected for the second and third semester. These scientific courses are accompanied by courses, which aim at the development and improvement of soft skills required for successful scientific work. In the fourth semester students complete the master's thesis under supervision.

Short description of the study programme

Course of Studies: Research oriented, interdisciplinary Master of Science (M.Sc.)

Language: English

Duration: 2 years (1.5 years in-class, 0.5 years Master's thesis)

Final Degree: Master of Science (M.Sc.)

Specialization: Major possible in either Water Resources Management or Sanitary Engineering

Further Information about the Curriculum

Fieldwork & Excursions

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Opinions of students and alumni

“The course is great and I have particularly enjoyed the excursions and field trips. Moreover, Hannover is a great city for students with lots of social and cultural activities on offer!" - Marinda from Indonesia

“My best experience from the WATENV Programme is regarding the flexibility in choosing a specialisation. At the beginning of the course, we covered a wide range of topics instructed from different institutes...

...This experience helped us greatly in choosing first our major specialisation and furthermore, as we enter our final semester, to choose a Master’s thesis topic and supervising institute that suits us best as a student.” - Ehsan from Iran

“Through the WATENV Programme I met new colleagues from Africa, Asia, Latin America and Europe. We are in contact to support each other with any professional issues - but most importantly of all, I made friends for life!” - Ana from Argentina

“The greatest advantage of WATENV was gaining an international perspective to water and environmental management. ...

... Studying in Germany in an international environment with classmates from all over the world gave me insights into water management from many different socio-economic and cultural points of view.” - Irma from Honduras

“I can highly recommend the WATENV Programme to prospective students. Germany prides itself on its education and provides excellent support services for students, which makes being away from home that little bit easier.” - Ross from Australia

“Through WATENV I worked with many innovative topics. Through my Master’s thesis, I established many vital relationships with other researchers and institutions around the world, including the University of Namibia, ...

... where I performed field work for my Master’s thesis project. The skills I obtained during my thesis gave me the fundamentals to become an independent researcher and start a PhD.” - Bora from Albania

“The WATENV Programme has enabled me to build upon subject areas that I was unfamiliar with after my Bachelor studies...

...It’s a great feeling to know that my research findings will directly contribute to how sewerage can be better managed in the future and thus reduce pollution into the environment.” - Cynthia from Ecuador

Which job opportunities do I have?

Graduates work in various fields of engineering and natural sciences. With a strong background in research, they are prepared to take over leading positions in universities, research agencies and national and international organizations. Graduates are also engaged in consulting companies for planning and maintenance of water resources facilities and administrative agencies for water resources management. Worldwide growing water problems offer a wide range of job opportunities in the present and in the future.

Hanover has the German Central Library for all fields of technology. It is one of the largest specialist libraries in the world for these subjects. The Faculty of Civil Engineering and Geodetic Science has a strong background in water related sciences.

Hanover is a major nationwide traffic junction. With Hanover Messe Hannover hosts the world‘s leading showcase for industrial technology.

The Hanover Region offers a wide range of cultural and recreational opportunities. Leibniz Universität is adjacent to the famous baroque gardens of Herrenhausen. It has one of the biggest city-forests in Europe.

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How do I apply?

Interested in taking part in the M.Sc. programme of Water Resources and Environmental Management? Find out more about the specific admission requirements, the application procedure and possibilities for scholarships.

Admission Requirements, Documents for submission and more

Detailed information for applicants

Application deadline

01.12.2024 - 15.01.2025

WiSe 2024/2025

Information for Non-EU applicants

Different deadlines

Scholarships available!

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Information about Finances and Funding

Please note that the online portal of the university opens only during the application period from 01.06.-15.07. for German/EU applicants and from 01.12. to 15.01. for Non-EU applicants for the following Winter Semester WiSe (studies start in October).

Applications for scholarships have to be sent directly to the WATENV office (watenv@iww.uni-hannover.de).

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YOUR CONTACT FOR THE MASTER WATER RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT

WATENV Office

Telefon

+49 511 762 5374

Fax

+49 511 762 3731

E-Mail

watenviww.uni-hannover.de

Adresse

Appelstraße 9a
30167 Hannover

Gebäude

3408

Raum

704