The Master's Program in Integrated Water Resources Management
The Master’s Program in Integrated Water Resources Management, offered by the Water and Environment Center at Sana’a University, is an advanced and distinguished academic program. It aims to qualify specialized cadres capable of effectively contributing to the development of water resources management policies and strategies in Yemen and the region. The program is designed to bridge the significant gap in national competencies in the field of integrated water resources management, a gap that has worsened in recent decades as a result of environmental challenges, climate change, and rapid population growth..
The program focuses on preparing engineers, researchers, and experts in the fields of water and environment, as well as policy analysts equipped with the latest knowledge and skills in sustainable water resource planning and management, with an emphasis on analytical tools, resource assessment, and integrated water policy formulation. It also prepares graduates to continue their academic studies in doctoral programs and participate in applied research with national and international impact..
This program represents a strategic step towards building the scientific and professional capacities needed to address the growing challenges in the water sector, and contributes to supporting sustainable development efforts and enhancing environmental governance in Yemen.
Mission of Master's program
The Integrated Water Resources Management Master’s Program seeks to provide qualified personnel to manage water resources in the Republic of Yemen, effectively contributing to community service and providing an educational and research environment with a focus on targeted education and applied research.
Master's Program Objectives
1. Providing the public and private sectors with qualified graduates in the field of integrated water resources management.
2. Meeting the needs of the Yemeni research environment and enhance local and international research and academic cooperation by producing graduates capable of creativity, scientific research, writing, and publishing.
3. Preparing qualified personnel to manage integrated water resources management projects and improve their efficiency.
4. Supporting national and regional decision-making on water and environmental issues.
5. Spreading awareness in Yemeni society about the importance of integrated water resources management..
6. Developing innovative technologies as solutions to problems and challenges in the water and environment sector
Courses in the Master's program
- Compulsory courses:
1-Integrated Water Resources Management
2- Urban Water Management
2- Water use in agriculture
3- Water governance
4- Basic skills
5- Integrated Watershed Management
6- Environmental and Social Impact Assessment
7- Advanced scientific research skills
9- Applied Research Project – Diploma
- Elective courses: (The student chooses only one course):
10- Integrated coastal zone management.
10- Integrated groundwater management.
10- Integrated management of the water supply chain.
Intended Learning Outcomes
- Knowledge and Understanding
Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate will be able to:
- Explain the theories, methods, and practices related to integrated water resources management.
- Describe the importance of integrated water resources management and mention its various sources and mechanisms of action.
- Demonstrate knowledge of mathematical concepts and techniques for integrated water resources management.
- Identify the principles and steps of scientific research and the types and sources of data necessary for integrated water resources management.
- Intellectual Skills
Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate will be able to:
- Analyze the theories and methods related to the field of integrated water resources management.
- Discuss the importance of integrated water resources management and mention its various sources and operational mechanisms.
- Identify the principles and steps of scientific research and the types and sources of data necessary for integrated water resources management.
- Analyze the theories and methods related to the field of integrated water resources management.
- Professional and Practical Skills
Upon successfully completing the program, the graduate will be able to:
- Practice effective planning and management of integrated water resources management projects.
- Apply tools and methodologies of integrated water resources management in addressing complex problems and tasks.
- Practice effective planning and management of integrated water resources management projects.
- Apply tools and methodologies of integrated water resources management in addressing complex problems and tasks.
- General Skills
Upon successfully completing the program, the graduate will be able to:
- Effectively convey scientific knowledge through written scientific articles or oral presentations.
- Utilize computer systems and networks to enhance scientific activities and improve productivity.
- Actively participate in community service through their behavior, knowledge, and skills in the field of integrated water resources management.
- Demonstrate high leadership skills and outstanding cognitive, scientific, and research abilities in various fields of integrated water resources management.
General information about the Master's program
1 | Required specializations | College of Science / College of Engineering / College of Agriculture or any other specializations provided that five years of experience in the water sector |
2 | Required qualifications for admission to the program | Bachelor’s degrees in Agriculture, Engineering, Science, and Petroleum and Natural Resources. Graduates from other colleges are also welcome, provided they have five years of experience in the water and environment field |
3 | Language of study in the program | English |
4 | Required GPA for admission to the program | Good (minimum 65%) |
5 | Total program duration | Two years (coursework and dissertation preparation( |