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Environmental and Water Resources Engineering

University of Massachusetts Amherst
Information last verified July 2026
Degree MEng
Duration 24 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Amherst Center, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Environmental and Water Resources Engineering at University of Massachusetts Amherst is a MEng programme in Engineering over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of engineering. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Environmental and Water Resources Engineering programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Location: Amherst Center, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Environmental and Water Resources Engineering programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:

  1. Design Engineer
  2. R&D Engineer
  3. Project Engineer
  4. Systems Engineer
  5. Technical Consultant
  6. Engineering Manager

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Hydrology
  2. Open-Channel Flow
  3. Environmental Institutions & Policies
  4. Environmental Engineering Analysis
  5. Environmental Engineering Microbiology
  6. Advanced Solid and Hazardous Waste Management
  7. Surface Water Quality Modeling
  8. Air Quality
  9. Design of Fish Passage Facilities
  10. GIS for Engineers

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

  • Application Fee
  • Personal Statement
  • Residency Statement
  • Transcripts
  • Letters of Recommendation
  • Graduate Record Examination (GRE) Tests
  • Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT)

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.

Application Deadline

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About University of Massachusetts Amherst

University of Massachusetts Amherst logo

University of Massachusetts Amherst

Amherst Center, United States

public university in Massachusetts, United States

University Profile
  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months