Program Overview

Introduction to Sustainable Resource Recovery

Sustainable Resource Recovery involves the development of innovative waste minimisation and recycling technologies, and resource recovery processes that are beneficial to our environment and economy.

Subject Overview

In response to the necessary transition to a circular economy and sustainable society, modern processes need to be energy and material efficient, flexible and be able to recover valuable resources from materials that are conventionally considered as waste. The Master of Engineering Studies in Sustainable Resource Recovery aims at educating a new range of professionals with a holistic overview on waste minimisation and up-to-date resource recovery technologies who are familiar with sustainability concepts and can bring novel mindsets to industry.

Program Details

• The program provides an essential framework for graduates entering into both engineering and scientific employment, in New Zealand and overseas.
• It is designed to meet requirements for international accreditation provided by the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE), which can contribute to chartered status for engineering graduates.
• The program aligns with Te Ao Mori and the tradition of kaitiakitanga, the exercise of guardianship, by forging relationships with Mori businesses and communities to facilitate the transfer of knowledge.

Career Opportunities

Skills in waste reduction, recycling, resource limitation, and resource recovery technologies are directly relevant to and urgently needed in the processing and manufacturing industries as well as the waste management sector. Studying Sustainable Resource Recovery can prepare you for roles such as:

• Process Engineer
• Waste Minimisation Manager
• Resource Recovery Engineer
• Process Optimisation Engineer
• Sustainability Manager

Program Structure and Research Areas

The program focuses on sustainable waste minimisation and recycling technologies, resource recovery processes, and sustainability concepts. It is interdisciplinary, combining engineering and scientific approaches to address the needs of a circular economy and sustainable society. Research areas include:

• Waste minimisation and recycling technologies
• Resource recovery processes
• Sustainability and circular economy
• Energy and material efficiency
• Flexible processes for recovering valuable resources from waste materials

Conclusion

The Master of Engineering Studies in Sustainable Resource Recovery is a unique program that offers a holistic learning experience, combining technical knowledge with sustainability concepts and Te Ao Mori perspectives. It prepares graduates for a wide range of career opportunities in the processing and manufacturing industries, waste management sector, and beyond.