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Water Resources Management MSc
University of Southampton

Water Resources Management MSc

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON

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Full time | Highfield Campus | 1 year | SEP

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Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

SEP

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Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Resource Management

Course Summary

Our MSc Water Resources Management master’s degree develops the professional skills required for a rewarding career as a water focused environmental scientist. The importance of accurately assessing potential and existing impacts on the water environment from industrial practices, abstraction and agriculture sits at the heart of this course. Highly skilled water scientists and engineers are vital for the conservation and enhancement of our aquatic environment, both locally and globally. This programme will give you the ability to accurately assess the potential and existing impacts on the water environment from industrial practices, abstraction, and agriculture.

On completing this master's in water management, you should be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:

  • the importance of environmental concepts, terms, principles and methods
  • the value of using techniques and ideas in different subject disciplines
  • the socio-economic context of environmental issues and the legal framework for environmental regulation
  • the contribution of science, engineering or communication to the identification and resolution of environmental issues
  • the human causes and consequences of environmental impacts
  • general environmental concerns, including biodiversity, environmental limits to economic or population growth

You’ll explore the scientific and engineering management of our aquatic resources and gain an in-depth understanding of freshwater ecosystems, visit river restoration sites and examine the state of fisheries.

Modules

Freshwater Ecosystems (15 Credits) - Core
Freshwater Ecosystems initially considers the interplay between the physics, chemistry and biology of freshwater ecosystems. A comparative approach is adopted, in which upland streams, lowland rivers, lakes and other standing freshwater environments are considered. Emphasis is placed on the relationships between physics, chemistry and biology, and the differences in these relationships in contrasting freshwater environments. Theoretical aspects are supported by case study seminars. The module finishes by examining the interactions of humans with freshwater ecosystems, with emphasis on impacts and management.
MSc Research Project (60 Credits) - Core
River Basin Management and Restoration (15 Credits) - Core

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£9,250

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£30,300

Entry requirements

Youll need a 2:1 degree in a relevant subject.  We assess all applications on an individual basis.

University information

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The University of Southampton boasts a rich legacy of excellence in education, combining over a century of heritage and tradition with innovative modern teaching that prioritises the success of its students. Southampton is a founding member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-focused UK universities, and is ranked 17th overall in the UK according to the Complete University Guide 2026. With eight campuses situated in Southampton and...more

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