Taught course
Water Resources Management
Entry requirements
You'll need a 2.2 degree in relevant subject such as Environmental Sciences, Ecology, Biology, Geology or Physics or Engineering.
Months of entry
September
Course content
About this course
Explore Water Resources Management at a global top 100* university.
Our MSc in Water Resources Management develops the professional skills required for a rewarding career as a water focused environmental scientist. 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.
Your future career
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.
Key features of this course:
On completing this master's in water management, you will have developed a thorough 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, and communication to the identification and resolution of environmental issues
- The human causes and consequences of environmental impacts
- General environmental concerns, including biodiversity and environmental limits to economic or population growth
Further information
Visit our course page for a full list of modules and detailed requirements.
*QS World University Rankings 2025
Information for international students
If English is not your first language, you will need to demonstrate your English ability by meeting our Band E requirements: IELTS 6.5 overall, with a minimum of 6.5 in all components. For information on other accepted English language tests, please see our website.
Fees and funding
A variety of scholarships, grants and bursaries may be available to help you fund your master’s study, both from the University and from other organisations. Please check the website for more information - https://www.southampton.ac.uk/courses/funding/postgraduate.page
Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- MSc
- full time12 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
Course contact details
- Name
- Faculty of Environmental and Life Sciences
- enquiries@southampton.ac.uk
- Phone
- +44(0)23 8059 5000