Master of Engineering (Water Resources Management)
Degree Level Postgraduate
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Start date
February
July
Campus
Mawson Lakes
Duration
2 year(s) full-time
Program Code
LMCL
Fees
AUD$ 33,400 per annum (per 1.0 EFTSL) for students enrolled in 2017
English Language Requirements
- IELTS total [6.5]
- IELTS reading [6.0]
- IELTS writing [6.0]
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CRICOS Code
088540M
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Entry requirements
Applicants are required to have:
- A completed four-year Bachelors degree in civil engineering or a related discipline from a recognised higher education institution or equivalent; OR
- A Graduate Certificate, or Graduate Diploma in civil engineering
Applicants who have completed a Bachelor (Honours) degree in civil engineering; or Graduate Diploma in civil engineering, may be eligible to enter the program with 1.0 EFTSL Advanced Standing and complete the program in 1 year of full time study or equivalent part time study.
A related discipline may be other four year duration engineering or science degrees depending on the specialisation selected. Applicants who do not meet the standard entry requirements, will be assessed on a case by case basis by the Program Director.
English language entry requirements
In addition, international students who speak English as a foreign language must have obtained one of the following standards within the last two years prior to admission. Possession of one or more of these qualifications, in addition to the academic entry requirements, does not, in itself, guarantee a place at the University of South Australia. Applications are considered on an individual basis and selection is competitive. Where previous study/work experience was conducted in English, the application must be accompanied by certified documentation from the educational institution/employer certifying that the language of instruction/employment was English.English language testPlease access the following link for a comprehensive list of English language tests accepted by UniSA and other important information in relation to meeting the University’s language requirements: English Language Equivalence Table (PDF)- IELTS total [6.5]
- IELTS reading [6.0]
- IELTS writing [6.0]
Aim
The Master of Engineering (Water Resources Management) aims to provide graduates and current practitioners with an advanced level of knowledge and skills in a range of areas relevant to the water sector of Civil Engineering.
Content & Structure
The program requires completion of 58.5 units of core courses and 13.5 units of elective courses in water resources management. On completion of these courses students should be able to:
- Apply and synthesise water and environmental engineering theories in solving practical cases
- Create and design models to be used in areas such as water resources and water quality management
- Adapt hydro - environmental data analysis methods at advanced level
- Integrate modelling technology and consolidate GIS applications in forming comprehensive water resources management systems
- Develop advanced skills to communicate with water and environmental related professionals
Study at the new Adelaide University in 2026
The University of Adelaide and the University of South Australia are combining their strengths to create a new university for the future, Adelaide University, opening in January 2026.
From 4 August 2025, the University of Adelaide and University of South Australia will no longer be accepting applications for new students.
Professional accreditation and recognition
This program is professionally accredited by Engineers Australia and is designed to meet the requirements for graduate membership of Engineers Australia and comparable international institutions through the Washington Accord. Such accreditation is provisional until the program produces its first graduates.
Program Director
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