Water leadership for the future Water leadership for the future The course comprises an interdisciplinary foundation semester consisting of four compulsory units and a three-semester research project. The masters research thesis will form the bulk of the course weighting, while the coursework component introduces students to some of the complex underlying concepts, such as biological, social and economic factors, which affect sustainable water management. The coursework will prepare students to conduct a practical and high-quality research project. Learning objectives At the end of the course students will be able to: systems to the planning and management of water resources journal. Student profile This course is ideal for professionals with an interest in research from many others. The course can be used as a gateway to a PhD program or to work in the interface between science and management of water resources. Practical and applied components The program builds on students professional experience to approach water-related problems holistically: Lecture modules teach knowledge and skills across a wide range of disciplines. Team projects allow students to apply their knowledge to real Network building encourages students to establish links through the IWC s network of national and international specialists. Practical skills development supports integration and synthesis of technical concepts and writing. Research skills prepare students to formulate and execute research questions and projects. Admissions criteria research aptitude, an interest in multi-disciplinary water issues and some work experience. About the program and Australia
Program overview Program overview management. The course is taught in a South African context through Lecture modules WATR 4001 WATR 4002 WATR 2003 WATR 4004 Science of water Master of Philosophy Integrated Water Management Semester 1 Foundation Project Management Science of Water Water, Sustainability & Development Water Governance & Policy Semesters 2-4 Research Project Science of water introduces the properties of water (physical and chemical), as well as concepts relating to the natural hydrological cycle and the ecology of inland aquatic systems. The unit also addresses the human uses of water and the dynamic relationship between human and natural aquatic systems. Water, sustainability and development The module examines the elements and background to the so-called participation. Water governance and policy 6 months 18 months addressed in the design, implementation and monitoring of water Research project Water Management and therefore carries the bulk of the degree weighting. Students select a research project in which the ideas and principles of integrated water management feature prominently. Students cross-disciplinary integration and address an issue related to a real sustainability challenge. the disciplinary needs of students. By the end of the course the continue with a PhD. What s different about this course? contexts. apart from the normal research-based structure of a masters degree. interface between science and management of water resources. some of the issues and challenges they face. range of professional and cultural backgrounds. Dr. Dirk Roux South Africa Director, IWC Water Research Node The course is designed to prepare a next generation of research leaders to address complex and interlinked water management issues. Project management Project management addresses the principles of project management for the water sector. There is a strong emphasis on participatory project management and frameworks for cross-sectoral collaboration. Job Prospects organisations or continue into a PhD program.
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Monash South Africa enrolled in an increasing number of academic schools. The campus offers students the opportunity groups and personalised attention. Monash University Monash University is one of Australia s leading public universities and a member of the elite Group of Eight (Go8); eight universities that undertake over 70 % of all research conducted in Australian universities and over half of all basic research performed throughout Australia. Monash is a truly international university with eight campuses (including Malaysia and South Africa) and centres in England and Italy. Master of Philosophy in Integrated Water Management Short courses The course is designed and taught by international leaders in a broad spectrum of careers in the water sector and become future leaders in integrated water management. Postgraduate education A combination of coursework and research sets this course apart from the normal research-based structure of a masters degree. This program is based on the successful IWC flagship Master of Integrated Water Management currently offered from Brisbane, semester) and a research thesis (three semesters). To address the growing need for skilled and experienced water professionals in South Africa and Africa, the modules offered as part of the Master of Philosophy in Integrated courses. This option is ideal for people
IWC Africa at Monash South Africa Water Research Node ship and capacity for integrated water management. This aim is pursued through research projects, post-graduate education, and short courses. through its strategic relationship with the International WaterCentre (IWC). International WaterCentre (IWC) capacity in integrated water resource management around the world. of expertise and experience rarely found in a single organisation. Our strength is in collaboration collaborates with stakeholders and partners to further its research Monash Australia, in particular the Monash Sustainability Institute, organisations: Research Capacity development Our short courses are designed and taught by academic leaders and practitioners participants with skills in integrated water management for local and international contexts. user-inspired research. Current research areas social-ecological systems ecosystems ecosystems.