Overview

This Master of Engineering Leadership (MEL) in Integrated Water Management from University of British Columbia combines graduate-level engineering courses with UBC Sauder School of Business courses – giving you the skills and confidence to take your career in new directions.

Features

learn how to apply physical, chemical and biological unit operations and processes to water resources, while also increasing your familiarity with regulatory and environmental frameworks

sharpen your technical and analytical skills through a project-based curriculum that covers all stages of the industry value chain and incorporates hands-on learning opportunities
study under renowned faculty and industry experts at one of the world’s top 40 universities
expand your professional network while collaborating with other MEL students

gain the fundamental business, project management and interpersonal skills to advance your career and confidently take on positions of increased responsibility

Career

Our graduates will be in high demand locally, nationally and internationally by employers in industry and government seeking professionals who can develop and deliver sustainable water management initiatives. Read some of our alumni stories on our website to find out how our graduates have gone on to excel their careers with their UBC MEL in Integrated Water Management degree. Graduates of the program started in positions, such as Environmental EIT, Environmental Specialist, President & CEO.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Chemical & Biological Water Treatment Design

Organizational Leadership

Strategy & Innovation

Environmental Fluid Mechanics

Engineering Hydrology

Business Acumen For Technical Leaders

Water & Wastewater Management Strategies

Water Resources Systems Planning & Management

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-25 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

65

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

30 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Vancouver, Canada

Disciplines

Management Studies Hydrology & Water Management View 8 other Masters in Hydrology & Water Management in Canada

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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

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

65

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

All applicants are advised to use the online application system. Learn more about application fees, payment methods, and application fee waivers.

A statement of interest is an important part of most graduate school applications. It may also be called a "statement of intent", "description of research interests" or something similar.

Applicants from a university outside Canada in which English is not the primary language of instruction must provide results of an English language proficiency examination as part of their application.

All students who are enrolled in programs that include a practicum component involving work with children or vulnerable adults will have to undergo a criminal record check before they will be permitted to register in the practicum.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

68072 CAD / year

≈ 68072 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

32913 CAD / year

≈ 32913 CAD / year

Living costs

Vancouver

Canada

1590 - 2686 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Programme Structure

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Duration

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Language

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Credits

Delivered

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Vancouver

Funding

Scholarships Information

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