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Postgraduation Integrated Water Management and Governance

The sustainable management of water resources and good water governance are fundamental to meeting the environmental, social and economic challenges of the 21st century. In response to this growing need, the Faculty of Engineering at Lusófona University, w Read more

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Course formatOnline Hours192h Credits30 ECTS
  • 1st Edition (2025-26)

    1st Edition (2025-26)

    Coming Soon
    Start date 18 Sep, 2025
    End date 13 Mar, 2026

    Schedule

    6pm-10pm
  • Presentation

    Presentation

    The sustainable management of water resources and good water governance are fundamental to meeting the environmental, social and economic challenges of the 21st century. In response to this growing need, the Faculty of Engineering at Lusófona University, with the support of the Portuguese Water Resources Association (APRH), is launching the Postgraduate course in Integrated Water Management and Governance. This course aims to provide comprehensive and interdisciplinary training, enabling professionals to take the lead in water management in the face of current challenges. The programme addresses, among other topics, integrated water governance and management strategies that promote a holistic and sustainable vision. The programme has a prestigious faculty at national level, made up of university professors and experts from institutions, organisations and companies.
  • Admission Conditions

    Admission Conditions

    The selection process is based on analysing the candidates' academic and professional backgrounds. The Admissions Jury Panel may choose to hold interviews, by videoconference, with some or all of the candidates.
  • Knowledge, abilities and skills to be acquired

    Knowledge, abilities and skills to be acquired

    - Develop integrated and interdisciplinary approaches to water resources management; - Design and apply institutional models and sectoral policies for water governance; - Critically evaluate the competing interests of the various water users; - Promote public participation, transparency and sustainability in management strategies; - Integrate principles of justice and equity in the allocation of water resources.
  • Reasons for joining

    Reasons for joining

    • Integrated Management - Understand the interconnections of the hydrological cycle and its relationship with other sectors.
    • Critical Analysis - Evaluate the functions of water and the interests of different users.
    • Governance and Policies - Develop and apply institutional models for transparent and sustainable management.
    • Applied Research - Using scientific methodologies to solve water management challenges.
    • Justice and Equity - Ensuring sustainable access to water without compromising the environment.
    • Climate Adaptation - Integrating climate impacts and resilient solutions into water management.
  • Career Opportunities

    Career Opportunities

    Graduates will be able to work in public bodies, consultancy firms, research institutions and non-governmental organisations, developing and implementing innovative strategies for integrated management and good water governance.
  • Observations

    Observations

    This postgraduate course is divided into three modules, which can be taken separately as a free course.
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Fees

Other fees may be applied in accordance with the regulations in force.
    • Application Fees
      Candidates without academic degree ? 450€
      Candidates without academic degree ? 65€
      Holders of academic degree ? 450€
      Holders of academic degree ? 65€
    • Registration Fees
      School Insurance 47€
      Readmisson 65€
      195€
    • Tuition
      Monthly Fee 250€
      Número de prestações mensais 6
      Propina Total 1500€

Course Direction

Course Subdirection

Susana Neto

Secretariat

Sandra Marina Gonçalves Pinto

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