Program Overview
The Environmental Engineering at University of Houston is a MSc programme in Engineering, 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 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
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 982 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students; USD 474 (Tuition (Credit)) — In-State students
- Location: Houston, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Environmental Engineering programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:
- Design Engineer
- R&D Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Systems Engineer
- Technical Consultant
- Engineering Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Engineering Hydrology
- Environmental Chemistry
- Principles of Environmental Modeling
- Environment Engineering Microbiology
- Urban-Regional Planning
- Storm Water Management
- Hydraulics of Open Channel Flow
- Hydraulic Structures
- Evaluation of Water Quality in Natural Waters
- Stochastic Hydrology
- Biological Processes for Wastewater Treatment
- Advanced Planning and Design of Water Resource Systems
- Physicochemical Treatment Processes
- Solid and Hazardous Waste Treatment Processes
- Municipal Drinking Water Treatment
- Mass Transfer in Environmental Systems
- Groundwater Contaminant Transport
- Coastal Hydrodynamics
- Engineering Geographic Information Systems
- Hazardous Waste Management and Risk Assessment
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- A B.S. degree in engineering or in a science related to engineering from an accredited college or university or the foreign equivalent of an accredited American B.S. or M.S. degree in engineering.
- A minimum grade point average (GPA) of "B", i.e., 3.0 on a 4.0 scale on the last 60 hours of course work attempted.
- Satisfactory scores on the General Aptitude test of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE).
- Submission of three letters of recommendation.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 982 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students; USD 474 (Tuition (Credit)) — In-State students
Tuition fees: USD 982 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students; USD 474 (Tuition (Credit)) — In-State students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Houston directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Houston
University of Houston
Houston, United States
University of Houston is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 2.5 year(s)
- Credits 24