Program Overview

Program Overview

The University of Queensland offers a Graduate Certificate in Engineering Science with a specialization in Urban Water Engineering. This field of study provides engineers with the integrated knowledge and skills required to grasp the whole urban water cycle and the linkages between its different aspects.

Program Description

The trend towards urbanization and associated water stress in modern cities is strengthening, and as the urban centers become more densely populated, this will not be reversed in the foreseeable future. Globally, there is a shortage of engineers with expertise in all aspects of the urban water cycle and their reciprocal influence and integration. The program aims to develop students' technical expertise through advanced and master's level courses, and select electives to complement their discipline.

Careers

Graduates of the program can pursue careers in:

• Consulting / Multinational engineering organizations
• Small and medium-sized enterprises
• Educational institutions
• Municipal and governmental bodies
• Urban utilities

Highlights

• Ranked 1 in Australia for environmental sciences (QS World University Rankings 2025)
• Ranked 15 in the world for environmental sciences (QS World University Rankings 2025)
• Average annual salary range for Water Engineers: $100-$120K (seek.com.au)

Study Details

How You'll Learn

Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose, including:

• Lectures
• Tutorials
• Research experience
• Laboratory work
• Fieldwork

What You'll Study

At UQ, subjects are called 'courses'. A sample of the courses you could study includes:

• Drinking Water Supply: Source, Treatment and Distribution
• Sewer Networks - Design, Operation and Maintenance

Program Structure

For more information on the program structure and courses, please refer to the University's website.