Language
This program will be in English. Dit programma is alleen in het Engels.
Summary
In the specialisation in Water Resources and Environmental Management, you will work on various assignments utilising geospatial data from multiple sources including satellite imagery. You will learn to analyse if water resources can be used sustainably for agricultural, human, and animal consumption, among other things. Good water management is essential for crops and livestock, so how much water is needed to grow a specific type of crop in a given geographical area? Does the area get sufficient rainfall for this type of crop? What about parameterising an integrated hydrological model with the help of remote sensing, so you can understand water behaviour? This way, you can help stakeholders utilise the available water responsibly by also considering changing (climate) conditions and prevent (future) water scarcity. You will also analyse instances of flood disasters and conduct statistical analyses, so governments can use the information to create evacuation plans and make weather forecasting systems more accurate.
Learning outcomes
Knowledge
- You can derive essential water and energy variables from Earth observation data;
- You have a deep understanding of techniques related to spatial hydrological modelling supplemented with Earth observation data for effective water resources management;
- You can use Earth observation data to build tools used by water managers and policymakers.
Skills:
- You are able to collect, process, and visualise essential water and energy variables from Earth observation data;
- You can use open-source software, programming languages, and cloud and server GEO-IT processing tools;
- You can apply Earth observation datasets to estimate water productivity, droughts, floods, and water quality.
Values:
- You understand natural processes in water systems that affect these systems;
- You are aware of technological choices and ecological dynamics and processes that produce specific water use and allocation patterns;
- You understand matters such as water-related disasters and sustainability of water use.
Entry requirements
Applicants for the Master’s Programme Geo-Information Science and Earth Observation (MSc) should have a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a recognized university in a discipline related to the course, preferably combined with working experience in a relevant field.
The following average scores apply to the Master’s programme:
- A 3.0 or higher Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) on a 4.0 scale, or
- Upper Second Class standing or higher
NOTE: a Lower Second Class standing may be accepted based on evidence of relevant professional experience and/or other further academic development.
Who is this offered to?
To (international) students who want to achieve a MSc degree in GIS and EA, with a specialization in water resources and environmental management.