Overview

The objectives of this Master in Environmental Management (with concentration in Water Resources Management) program at Duke University are:

A strong foundation in the physical, chemical and biological processes that affect aquatic and atmospheric environments

Quantitative, qualitative and geospatial skills in observation, monitoring and modeling that are required to understand, protect and sustainably manage water resources at regional and global scales
Basic principles of economics, management, finance, law and policy that are necessary to inform decision-making for adequate management and sustainability of water resources
Oral and written skills needed to communicate with decision makers; conduct and understand scientific research, write cogent research reports, proposals and policy evaluations and give effective public presentations

Vision

Because water is local, every place has a unique set of water management challenges. Our foremost goal is to equip students with the fundamental concepts and analytical tools needed to approach any water problem. Students enjoy a small class size and a low student-faculty ratio as they build this core foundation and develop additional skills and topic-specific expertise relevant to their interests and career goals.

Curriculum

Our curriculum provides a strong basis in the physical, chemical and ecological sciences across systems including watersheds, wetlands, streams, lakes, groundwater and coastal waters. In addition, students gain an understanding of the economic, legal and financial factors that drive real-world water management decisions and develop a robust skill set in key analytical techniques relevant to water resource management. To complement this core curriculum, you’ll work with your faculty advisor to choose coursework within an area of specialization aligned with your specific career aspirations.

Transferable Skills

Water Resources Management students receive in-depth training in:

Physical, chemical and ecological sciences across systems
Applied modeling and data analysis
Policy and legal context and constraints for decision-making
Local-scale water governance
Project finance

Your Future

The Nicholas School’s dedicated Career Center helps WRM graduates secure fulfilling positions as analysts, consultants, water utility managers, corporate sustainability advisors, entrepreneurs and more. Employers include government agencies, public water utilities, consulting firms, international corporations, government agencies, fuel and resource extraction companies, research centers and nonprofit organizations.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Water Quality Health
California Water Crisis
Stormwater Science
River Processes
Ecology and Management of Streams and Rivers
Water in Africa
Urban Ecology
Watershed Hydrology
Hydrology Modeling for Water Quality and Quantity Assessment
Coal Combustion Products
International Water Resources
Landscape Hydrology
GIS for Water Quality and Quantity Assessments (advanced; best suited to students with previous exposure to topic)
Remote Sensing in Hydrology (advanced; best suited to students with previous exposure to topic)
Aquatic Geochemistry
Hydrologic Data Analysis
Water Resources, Finance and Planning

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Durham, United States

Disciplines

Hydrology & Water Management Environmental Economics & Policy Environmental Management View 87 other Masters in Hydrology & Water Management in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering or science from an accredited institution (transcripts required, including an estimated GPA and a grade scale)
Statement of Purpose
Resume
Three recommendations
Graduate Record Exam (GRE) or equivalent—official results
English Language Testing (TOEFL or IELTS)—official results
Interview and/or a video introduction
Nonrefundable application fee of US$75— paid by credit card, or by a check made payable to Duke University

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

67724 USD / year

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Out-of-State

67724 USD / year

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67724 USD / year

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Living costs

Durham

United States

990 - 1670 USD / month

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Transferable Skills

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

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