First MS Degree in Desalination

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First MS Degree in Desalination

Starting in January 2015, the Heriot Watts University Will offer Master of Sicence Degree on Water Technology and Desalination, which is the First of its Kind Worldwide

Water resource management is a global issue that is becoming increasingly important. With a rapidly growing world population, greater urbanisation and a changing climate putting pressure on freshwater resources, water resource management and the technologies that support it, will play an increasingly large part in providing fresh water to meet basic human needs.

The aim of the Water Technology and Desalination programme is to provide a sound understanding of a range of technologies that can be developed to provide safe, accessible water supply from saline groundwater and seawater. In particular, there is a technical focus on the design parameters and processes underpinning their efficient performance and operation. Students will develop a critical awareness of the wider issues of resource management within the context of global change and the challenges presented by the need for desalination to be delivered on a technically robust and sustainable basis.

Students and graduates

The programme is jointly offered through the Institute for Infrastructure and Environment at Heriot-Watt University and the Desalination Academy and is thereforeprimarily designed for graduates in engineering, earth and environmental sciences or other related disciplines looking to extend their technical expertise, gain further learning to meet their desire for professional development or to advance their employment opportunities. We also welcome professionals from other backgrounds who have relevant experience in the water industry.

Independent Distance Learning

The Water Technology and Desalination programme has been specifically designed for Independent Distance Learning(IDL),to cater for the needs of our students who are often in employment or have other commitments, providing flexible study options that fit around work or family.

As an IDL student you will not be required to be present at lectures at Heriot-Watt University's campuses and learning will take place primarily through on-line materials. However, at Heriot-Watt University, student experience is paramount and in order to enhance the experience of our IDL students and help build a sense of community, our team of experienced on-line tutors provide weekly seminars and tutorials to supplement on-line learning materials.

Exam preparation course

A unique element of this programme is an opportunity to participate in a week-long exam preparation course in one of our global centres, e.g. Dubai. This experience is designed to bring students together with their peers for an intensive week of learning, discussion and preparation with expert lecturers from Heriot-Watt University and the Desalination Academy.

Programme duration

The Water Technology and Desalination Programme is designed to be completed over a two year period, however students who are unable to complete the programme within this timeframe can take more time to finish their studies. Since the Independent Distance Learning mode of study provides flexibility, the duration of the programme depends on how much time a student can devote to their studies.

HWU degree and IDA Certificate

Upon successful completion of the Water Technology and Desalination programme, students will be awarded with a Heriot-Watt University degree as well as an IDA Desalination Academy Certificate of Completion.

Teaching and research excellence

Water Technology and Desalination is jointly offered by Heriot-Watt University and theInternational Desalination Association's Desalination Academy, two institutions with a reputation for excellence. Heriot-Watt University's Water Research Group is a leader in its field, with research spanning flood engineering to water treatment. Our teaching staff is engaged in a wide range of research within the field of civil engineering, with 50% of that research recognised as being internationally excellent by the most recent Research Assessment Exercise (RAE 2008).

With a history dating back to 1821, Heriot-Watt is one of the UK's leading universities, and Scotland's most international. Find out more about Heriot-Watt University'sreputation, rankings and international profile .

The Desalination Academy's Master Teachersrepresent the world's leading authorities in all aspects of desalination, from technology and operations to the economics of desalination. Master Teachers bring with them a deep technical expertise along with extensive experience in the field.

Heriot-Watt University and the Desalination Academy together offer a programme that blends the foremost theoretical advancements in the field with real-world, technical expertise.

Source: Heriot Watt University

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