WEDC, part of the School of Civil and Building Engineering, is one of the world’s leading education and research centres for developing knowledge and capacity in water and sanitation for low- and middle-income countries.

This programme is for graduates from a variety of backgrounds who wish to pursue a career in planning and management of the water and sanitation sector. It focuses on water supply and sanitation, but also considers water resources and environmental issues in an international context.

It develops participants’ understanding of the principles and practice of water, sanitation and environmental management for the public good; equipping them with appropriate expertise and skills for work in low- and middle-income countries. It also provides opportunities for specialisation in one topic through in-depth study during the Research Dissertation module.

This programme is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Water and Environmental Management (CIWEM).

Entry Requirements

Entry qualifications vary depending on the programme, but generally a good degree from a UK university or equivalent professional qualification from an overseas institution recognised by Loughborough University is required.

In some cases those with lower qualifications can gain access when studying by distance-learning.

The main English language qualifications acceptable for entry to our programmes are:

GCSE English Language – Grade C or above

IELTS band 6.5 or above with not less than 6.0 in each sub test

TOEFL, including the Tests in Written and Spoken Practice, minimum: score of 600 (paper-based test) or 100 (Internet-based test) with specific requirements for sub test

Other Fees

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WEDC, part of the School of Civil and Building Engineering, is one of the world’s leading education and research centres for developing knowledge and capacity in water and sanitation for low- and middle-income countries.

This programme is aimed at engineers who wish to specialise in water and wastewater engineering from an international perspective. It develops participants’ understanding of important aspects of sustainable public health infrastructure and services for all levels of consumers, equipping them with appropriate expertise and skills for work in low- and middle-income countries. It also provides opportunities for specialisation in one topic through in-depth study during the Research Dissertation module.

This programme is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Water and Environmental Management (CIWEM).

Entry Requirements

Entry qualifications vary depending on the programme, but generally a good degree from a UK university or equivalent professional qualification from an overseas institution recognised by Loughborough University is required.

In some cases those with lower qualifications can gain access when studying by distance-learning.

The main English language qualifications acceptable for entry to our programmes are:

GCSE English Language – Grade C or above

IELTS band 6.5 or above with not less than 6.0 in each sub test

TOEFL, including the Tests in Written and Spoken Practice, minimum: score of 600 (paper-based test) or 100 (Internet-based test) with specific requirements for sub test

Other Fees

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