MSc In Water Quality Engineering
The MSc in Water Quality Engineering is a postgraduate degree offered by the Department of Civil Engineering at the University of Cape Town (UCT). The programme aims to produce graduates with the necessary knowledge and skills to engage effectively in theory, design, modelling and operation of biological and chemical wastewater and sludge treatment systems.
Duration
1 year
Starting Date
February
Tuition Fee
ZAR 73,000
Location
Cape Town, South Africa
About the programme
The programme consists of two components: coursework and research. The coursework component includes core courses on advanced introduction to wastewater treatment, urban hydrology and modelling urban drainage systems, sustainable water management, and master of water engineering project. The research component involves conducting an independent and original research project on a topic of interest, under the supervision of a faculty member in the Department of Civil Engineering.
The research project should result in a dissertation that demonstrates the student’s competence in applying bioprocess engineering and mathematical modelling principles to solve a problem in water quality engineering.
The MSc in Water Quality Engineering at UCT is a challenging and rewarding programme that will allow you to develop your research skills and contribute to the advancement of knowledge in the field. You will also be part of a dynamic and diverse community of researchers, who share their ideas and feedback in seminars and workshops.
Entry Requirements
The programme requires a minimum of one year of full-time study or two years of part-time study. The admission requirements include a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering or a related discipline, a minimum academic performance level, and English language proficiency.