Hydrology studies the movement, distribution and quality of water on our planet. Hydrology focuses on tracking the water cycle in nature, starting with evaporation, condensation, movement and return to Earth in the form of precipitation, and then back to the oceans through rivers. Hydrology also studies the balance between the water cycle and the climate of the planet, as well as the impact of climate change on this process.

Water resources management is related to the development of policies and regulations related to the conservation and protection of clean water sources, as well as measures to minimize the impact of climate change on water resources. Water resources management also includes the treatment of drinking water, industrial water, sewage and sewage, flood protection and much more. Hydrology uses progressive methods from chemistry, biology and physics, while water management is more related to disciplines such as sustainable development and resource management.

Program Features

As a student of water resources management, you will learn how water resources are collected, distributed, consumed, exploited and protected around the world. You will gain the theoretical knowledge and practical experience necessary for sustainable supply management in various landscapes. You will assess the impact of industry, agriculture and water intake on the aquatic environment and consider how any negative consequences can be mitigated. Countries around the world face various water management challenges such as floods, pollution and coastal erosion. By studying abroad, you will be better prepared to predict and overcome risks for the water resources management cycle, which will take your employment opportunity to a new level.

The research area covers subjects such as hydrogeology, marine hydrology, drainage basin management, water quality, irrigation, water conservation and water treatment. Students studying hydrology and water resources management will learn how to estimate available volumes of water in a certain region, determine the amount of drinking water, study the potential impact of floods and develop ways to prevent them, assess how pollution affects water quality, and much more.

Graduates of hydrology and water management work closely with environmental engineers, geologists and civil engineers. Opportunities after graduation in hydrology and water resources management include working as a group manager in a private company, a university lecturer, hydrology scientists, or a water resources consultant in a government agency. The two-year Master's program in International Water Resources Management and Water Diplomacy, starting in September 2020, offers a modern, practice-oriented education for practicing and future water managers, diplomats, national and international civil servants.

Most programs in the field of water resources management are offered only at the postgraduate level. A master's degree can be studied on a part-time or full-time basis for one or two years. To be eligible for a master's degree, you must have a bachelor's degree in the relevant subject.