MSc Hydrogeology at University of Strathclyde

Programme overview

The MSc Hydrogeology prepares students as functional hydrogeologists for industry, drawing on groundwater knowledge relevant to water scarcity, security and contamination. It includes site visits with practical pump tests, recovery tests and chemical sampling.

Faculty: Faculty of Engineering | Department: Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering | Duration: 12 months full-time; 24 or 36 months part-time (on campus); 36 months (distance learning) | Intake: September | Study mode: full-time | Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Eight core classes (Environmental Geochemistry, Aquifer Mechanics, Contaminated Land, Global Water Policy, Groundwater Flow Modelling, Research Methods, Site Investigation & Risk Assessment and Hydrogeology) plus electives such as GIS, Environmental Impact Assessment and Engineering Hydrology, followed by a dissertation project.

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Application information

Entry requirements

First-class or second-class honours degree, or international equivalent, in earth sciences, civil engineering, environmental engineering or related disciplines. Lower classifications may be considered with strength elsewhere (relevant work experience, excellent final project, strong reference or application statement). Applicants out of full-time education for over two years should provide a CV.

Domestic applicants: GBP 12,550 a year (2027/28). Full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 32,800 a year (2027/28). Full-time Source

Intake: September

Duration: 12 months full-time; 24 or 36 months part-time (on campus); 36 months (distance learning)

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