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Griffith university

The Integrated Water Management suite of programs is taught by lecturers from four internationally recognized Australian Universities: Griffith University, Monash University, The University of Western Australia and The University of Queensland. This programs aim to build future leaders in water resource management with an emphasis on working in developing countries. The programs take a multidisciplinary 'whole-of-water-cycle' approach that equips students with practical tools and skills for adopting innovative solutions to local, regional, national and international water resource issues. This programs aims to develop the strategic, managerial and technical skills needed to advance in the water sector. You'll become familiar with all aspects of integrated water resource management, be capable of providing water management expertise to help reduce poverty through equitable use of water, be skilled to provide technical and managerial input into planning, design and operation of water projects and facilities, understand the principles of managing water supply, wastewater treatment and urban infrastructure projects, recognize the socio-economic factors impacting on effective water solutions and understand the governance and institutional frameworks underpinning water resource management. This programs focus on building skills such as critical thinking, problem solving, statistics and data management, knowledge transfer and effective leadership.
Good knowledge of environmental science.
Students will gain an understanding of the wide range of disciplines, approaches, debates, and ultimately professional opportunities in this field of endeavor. Development and understanding of the various ecological, economic, social and cultural aspects of design and planning, of ways in which planning and design affect sustainability and the human environment, and the knowledge, skills, and values that will help to critically analyze, assess, and act to change the built environment are included as major concept of study.
IWC-trained professionals will develop the strategic, managerial and technical skills needed to advance in the water sector, locally and internationally. Students will be able to apply for high-level management positions in the public, private and non-governmental sectors. Students may pursue a career with international development agencies, private water management companies, or policy and planning bodies at various levels of government.
A minimum score of 575 on TOEFL, an internet-based (iBT) TOEFL score of 88 (no score less than 21) or a minimum overall band score of 6.5 on IELTS (Academic) with no sub-score of less than 6.0.
2 years part-time