Water Technology University of Groningen
| Award | Attendance | Study | Duration | Start | Domestic fees | International fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master Degree | On-Campus | find out | find out | September | €2530 per year | €18700 per year |
Course overview
How can we secure clean water for everyone, everywhere? How can we use our wastewaters as goldmines for untapped resources? And how do we combat an ever drying planet? If you're ready to tackle urgent global water challenges through innovation, the Master's degree in Water Technology is for you!
- Study in a unique joint degree programme with 3 top Dutch universities
- Gain hands-on research experience at Wetsus, Europe's leading water tech institute
- Combine biotechnology, chemistry, and separation technology in one curriculum
- Address real-world water issues in a multidisciplinary, international environment
This two-year international Master's programme is a collaboration between the University of Groningen, Wageningen University, and the University of Twente. All education and research take place at Wetsus in Leeuwarden, the centre of excellence for sustainable water technology. Here, you'll work closely with researchers and industry partners to develop breakthrough solutions for water purification, reuse, and resource recovery. The programme integrates core scientific disciplines to address pressing challenges in clean water access, circular economy, and environmental sustainability. You'll learn to apply your chemistry or life sciences background to high-impact topics like membrane technology, microbial electrochemistry, and desalination. Graduates are equipped for careers in research, consultancy, or industry - in sectors that urgently need new talent and ideas.
To apply for this programme, please visit the website of Wageningen University. Detailed information can be found on: www.masterwatertechnology.nl.
Entry requirements
Your BA should show that you possess our minimum language requirements of any of the following: TOEFL iBT 110 (min. of 25 on writing skills); IELTS 8 (min. of 7.5 on all items); ERK level C1. Cambridge C1 Advanced (level A) or C2 Proficiency with a minimum score of 200. If your BA does not certify this, you may have to take an appropriate language test.
BA in English Language and/or Literature; degree in another literature or culture area taught in English (e.g. American Studies)
Why study at University of Groningen
- Top 100 university
- 180+ highly-ranked Bachelor’s and Master's degree programmes offered across 11 faculties
- Excellent PhD-programmes offered across 10 graduate schools
- Groundbreaking research
- Over 400 years of reputation
- Vibrant student city
- Global community of 120+ nationalities