Applied Hydrogeology MSc - University of Newcastle
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This MSc integrates much of the material on hydrologeology found in the mainstream Hydrogeology MSc courses, with theoretical and practical quantitative training relevant to the needs of water and environmental engineering industries. The degree is recognised by the Joint Board of Moderaters (ICE, IStructE, CIHT, IHE) as meeting requirements for Further Learning for a Chartered Engineer (CEng), and it is also recognised by the Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management (CIWEM) and the Royal Institution of Surveyors (RICS).
Key facts about the course are given in the table below; full details of the MSc course can be found on the university webpage.
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| MSc course |
Applied Hydrogeology |
| Course structure |
Part-time over 3-6 years by a combination of block modules and distance learning |
| Flexible options |
Msc Part time over 3-6 years
Postgraduate diploma option also available |
| Modules |
7 compulsory taught modules plus 2 optional modules including;
Aqueous geochemistry
Borehole design, construction and operation
Environmental engineering for developing countries
Quantitative methods for engineering
Hydrosystem processes and management
Groundwater modelling
Remediation engineering for polluted groundwater |
| Field course |
Includes visits to active field research sites |
| Dissertation requirements |
Dissertation project is completed via distance learning normally in collaboration with an industrial partner |
| Work experience |
Potential collaboration with external partners in industry during completion of independent project |
| Funding opportunties |
None currently advertised |
| Course convenor |
Geoff Parkin
geoff.parkin@ncl.ac.uk |
| Links |
Course webpage
Earth systems and environmental science research
PhD Opportunities
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