Water Engineering for Development (Distance Learning, Part-time) MSc, PGDip, PGCert

Loughborough University

United Kingdom, Loughborough

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Loughborough University

United Kingdom , Loughborough

Key Facts

Program Level

Graduate Diploma

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

Online

Campuses

Online

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Go to the official application for the university

Duration 5 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 26,300 / year(s)

Next Intake September-2026

Water Engineering for Development (Distance Learning, Part-time) MSc, PGDip, PGCert

About

Make a real difference in the water and sanitation sector globally.

Our flexible and online MSc equips you with the expertise to tackle global challenges from designing large-scale infrastructure projects for governments to developing innovative solutions for NGOs.

Brush up your knowledge and skills to build sustainable solutions.

Adopt a critical approach: Effectively assess and analyse what is needed globally and locally for equitable water access.
Gain real-world experience: Creatively design, implement and operate water and sanitation systems using a multi-disciplinary approach.
Master your technical abilities: Become proficient in water assessments, modelling and in infrastructure design with the support of experienced tutors with international development experience.

You have the flexibility to study anywhere while earning your degree online. You will also have access to all the resources you need to support your learning in advance.

If you desire to work for a government, consulting social enterprise or a Non-Government Organisation (NGO), this programme is your springboard to a rewarding international career wherever you are.

Distance Learning degrees at the Water Engineering and Development Centre (WEDC)

Learn more about how you can enhance your career with a distance learning degree from WEDC at Loughborough University.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

For Saudi Arabia, the GPA requirements are: First-class honours (70%) requires 3.5, Upper second-class honours (60%) requires 3.0, Lower second-class honours (50%) requires 2.8.\nFor Jordan, the GPA requirements are: First-class honours (70%) requires 3.5, Upper second-class honours (60%) requires 3 or 3.5/5 or 75%, Lower second-class honours (50%) requires 2.5 (or 3.0/5) / 63%.

English Program Requirements

The standard University IELTS English language requirement is 6.5 overall with 6.0 in each individual element (reading, writing, listening and speaking).
Some Schools/Departments may require higher levels of English language than those specified.
The requirements needed will be sent to you in your offer communication.

Career

Your future career

WEDC graduates join a respected global community of alumni which includes more than 1,000 people from over 70 countries.

Many WEDC alumni work for international non-governmental organisations (NGOs) such as Oxfam, Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) and WaterAid, and agencies such as UNICEF, as well as national governments. Several graduates have held high ministerial office and have shaped national government policy in the water and sanitation sector in their countries.

Graduates from our WEDC programmes have gone on to roles including:

Senior Water and Sanitation Specialist, The World Bank
Chief of Party, USAID Programme
Chief of WASH, UNICEF
Solid Waste Management Director, Kumasi City Council (Ghana)
Director, Water Development Directorate (Uganda)
Water Sector Project Director, Millennium Challenge Coordinating Unit (MCCU) (Sierra Leone)