Division of Information Technology, Engineering and the Environment
School of Natural and Built Environments
School of Natural and Built Environments
Program InformationThe Masters program provides a practical, masters-level education in advanced water resources management and water resources principles and technology, with particular emphasis on the management of water infrastructure and water quality and treatment.
The program is offered by the University of South Australia, but includes some courses taught by Flinders University and the University of Adelaide. Research projects within the program may be undertaken with academic staff at each of these universities or in collaboration with research centres such as the Cooperative Research Centre for Water Quality and Treatment or the SA Water Centre for Water Sciences and Systems.
To date, students from approximately 20 countries have completed the program as well as Australian students.
Students are required to complete a total of 54 units of study, including a minimum of 18 units of core courses and 18 units of elective courses. For the remaining 18 units students can choose from coursework courses, projects, thesis option or an industry project.
Global water systems 1 - natural water cycle
Global water systems 2 - engineered water cycle
Water resources and society
Water resources planning and management
Management of Water Infrastructure Specialisation
Strategic asset management
Facilities and asset performance
Introduction to geographical information systems
Engineering infrastructure management
Water Quality and Treatment Specialisation
Advanced water quality and wastewater management
Water quality fundamentals and processes N
Design of flood and drainage systems
Water quality modelling
Water quality management
Other Electives
Hydrology and water resources advanced topics 1
Hydrology and water resources projects 1 & 2
Industry-based project WRM
Engineering research methods
Engineering research practice
The program is intended for professional engineers, scientists and postgraduate students from Australia and overseas who seek a sound foundation in water science and technology, and an ability to apply this knowledge to solve problems in hydrology and water resource management.
It will be of particular interest to those working or planning to work in water resource management and development in government agencies, consulting firms or academic institutions. Students from developing countries are particularly welcome, and female applicants are encouraged to apply.
To enter the program you
would normally hold a four-year engineering degree with honours or an
appropriate science degree with honours and relevant work experience.
For more detailed information about entry requirements, program
structure and courses, view the links below:
