Overview

Through the Water Management for Development (Distance Learning) MSc programme from Loughborough University as a student studying water management, you will be passionate about making a positive impact on the world around you. You will also be interested in science, engineering and international development.

Become a water and sanitation expert: Learn about cutting-edge technologies and practical solutions for delivering clean water and sanitation services in developing countries.

Career opportunities:

Loughborough’s Water Management programme is designed to equip you with the specialised knowledge and skills needed to excel in the field. The programme focuses on understanding the important aspects of sustainable public health infrastructure and services.

Enjoy a multitude of key benefits:

High earning potential: Engineers enjoy top starting salaries, and Chartered Engineers (CEng) earn even more.
Excellent job prospects: Strong industry connections lead to great employment rates. Previous students embarked on careers with NGOs, Oxfam, WaterAid, UNICEF and Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) and in government including high ministerial office.
Career including internship support: The university’s award-winning Careers Network offers workshops, advice, and talks to help you succeed.
Pursue extensive research opportunities: Continue your studies by pursuing PhD research in water and sanitation.

Accreditation

This degree is accredited by the Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management (CIWEM) and the Joint Board of Moderators (JBM).

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Water and the Natural Environment (DL)
Management of Village Water Services (DL)
Management and Operation of Water Utility Services (DL)
Research Methods (DL)

Research Dissertation (DL)
Management of Water and Environmental Sanitation Infrastructure

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-24 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-09-14 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Loughborough, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Hydrology & Water Management Sustainable Development Health Administration View 97 other Masters in Health Administration in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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120

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4.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A 2:2 honours degree (or equivalent international qualification) in any discipline. Equivalent professional qualification may be accepted in lieu of degree.
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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

26300 GBP / year

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Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

12900 GBP / year

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Funding

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