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School of Geography and the Environment

University of Oxford
School of Geography and the Environment

 School of Geography and the Environment

International Graduate School

MSc in Water Science, Policy and Management

Sustainable water management is one of the most important challenges facing humanity. Effective and equitable action requires increased capacity to engage with the interdisciplinary and multi-scale nature of managing water. Our one-year MSc course develops knowledge and critical understanding of water science and technology, and the socio-economic, political, cultural and institutional environments within which policy and management decisions are made.
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The course equips students with the skills and knowledge to become leaders in water policy and management across government, business and academia.
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Candidates from a range of disciplinary backgrounds are encouraged to apply provided that they can demonstrate academic excellence and a passion for water issues.
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Please note that the published 2009/10 course structure should be considered indicative of the material and scope of the course for 2010/11.