Master of Water Resource Management draft draft draft
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2023-07-01 | - |
| 2023-10-01 | - |
| 2024-01-01 | - |
| 2024-06-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Master of Water Resource Management program at Lincoln University College equips students with professional skills in water resource management, emphasizing the impact of human activities on the water environment. Graduates are prepared for careers in water resource management, including roles such as Water Supervising Engineer and Hydrologist. The program requires the publication of two research articles in Scopus indexed journals for completion.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Master of Water Resource Management program at Lincoln University College is designed to equip students with the necessary professional skills to thrive in the field of water resource management. It emphasizes the crucial role of assessing the potential and actual impacts of industrial practices, abstraction, and agriculture on the water environment. The program balances breadth across vital planning and management disciplines and depth in a specialization of the student's choice. To successfully complete the Master's degree, each candidate must publish at least two research articles in Scopus indexed journals affiliated with Lincoln University College.
Program Aim:
The program aims to produce graduates who are:
- Knowledgeable in applying critical thinking to water resource management.
- Competent in practicing water resource management and equipped with interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with other professionals in the field.
- Ethical and Professional with strong personal skills for self-directed learning and digital skills relevant to water resource management and its development.
- Efficient demonstrating excellent leadership skills, responsibilities, and numeracy skills in water resource management.
- Entrepreneurial with the ability to demonstrate entrepreneurial skills.
Careers:
Graduates of this program are prepared for professional careers in water resource management. This degree equips them for diverse career paths, including:
- Water Supervising Engineer
- Hydrologist
- Civil Engineer Manager
- Project Manager
- Hydraulic Engineer
- Deputy Water Manager
- Water Resources Director
- Water Resources Analyst
Other:
- Program duration: 2-3 years
- Intakes: January, June
- Minimum 2 research articles in Scopus indexed journals required for program completion.
Entry Requirements:
Academic Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in related field: Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as:
- Engineering
- Environmental Science
- Geography
- Hydrology
- Geology
- Chemistry
- Agriculture
- Natural Resources Management
- or any other equivalent qualification.
- Minimum CGPA: Applicants must have achieved a minimum cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale or its equivalent.
- Relevant coursework: Applicants must have completed coursework in the following areas:
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Biology
- Statistics
- Environmental Science
- Engineering
- or any other relevant subject.
English Language Proficiency:
- Applicants whose native language is not English must demonstrate proficiency in English by achieving the following minimum scores in one of the following tests:
- IELTS: 6.0 overall, with no band score less than 5.5
- TOEFL iBT: 80 overall, with no sub-score less than 19
- Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic): 58 overall, with no sub-score less than 50
- MUET: Band 4
- Cambridge English Advanced (CAE): Grade C
- Cambridge English Proficiency (CPE): Grade C
Other Requirements:
- Personal Statement: Applicants must submit a personal statement outlining their reasons for wanting to pursue the Master of Water Resource Management program, their academic and professional goals, and any relevant experience.
- Two References: Applicants must submit two letters of reference from academic or professional referees who can attest to their academic abilities and work ethic.
- Interview: Shortlisted applicants may be invited for an interview.
Additional notes:
- Applicants with a bachelor's degree in a non-related field may be considered if they have sufficient relevant experience in water resource management.
- IELTS: 6.0 overall, with no band score less than 5.5
- TOEFL iBT: 80 overall, with no sub-score less than 19
- Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic): 58 overall, with no sub-score less than 50
- MUET: Band 4
- Cambridge English Advanced (CAE): Grade C
- Cambridge English Proficiency (CPE): Grade C Applicants who do not meet the minimum language proficiency requirements may be required to take an English language course before they can be admitted to the program.
