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Durham University: Environmental Engineering

Institution Durham University View institution profile
Department Engineering
Web durham.ac.uk
Study type Taught

Summary

Course Details If you're looking to build a career that will make a meaningful impact on real-world environmental challenges, the MSc in Environmental Engineering could be the right choice for you. Developed by subject specialists with current research experience, the course will equip you with critical knowledge and practical skills in environmental research, the latest technologies and applied problem-solving. You'll explore sustainable, nature-based solutions and learn how to apply them across industries and communities, making a meaningful impact where it matters most.

Drawing on the latest environmental science and engineering principles, you will develop an understanding of the key disciplines that underpin modern environmental engineering, including environmental economics, pollution control, hydrology and water resources, environmental microbiology, project planning and the assessment and management of environmental impacts.

Why Durham University? Engineering at Durham combines dynamic teaching led by subject experts with opportunities to carry out cutting-edge engineering research. Our courses provide the skills to plan, design and analyse innovative and forward-thinking projects that will meet the demands of industry.

The Department of Engineering is a general engineering department that works on the principle that engineering is an integrated subject rather than a series of unconnected topics. The world-leading teaching and the research opportunities that we offer underline this academic positioning.

Facilities The Department is located on the main campus at Lower Mountjoy, next to the main University library and Teaching and Learning Centre. We are also situated close to the centre of Durham city and a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Career Opportunities We take great pride in our reputation for producing engineers who make a successful and significant contribution in a wide range of professional career roles around the world.

We have strong links with industrial partners and our postgraduates have achieved rewarding and stimulating positions in bio, civil, mechanical, electronic, electrical, manufacturing, design, aeronautics and systems engineering. They work as consultants, technology analysts, and software developers and as entrepreneurs, and also gain prestigious positions in banking and finance.

The Department has a dedicated careers contact who is available to offer advice and carry out mock interviews.

Our Industrial Partnership Committee of around 20 local, national and international companies will ensure you have access to the best employment opportunities.

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University of Durham

Durham University 

  • World top 100 University: Joint 89th in the QS World University Rankings 2025
  • UK top 10 University: 5th in the Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025 and 6th in the Guardian University Guide 2025
  • 7th in the Complete University Guide 2025
  • World top 30 University for sustainability: 19th in the QS World University Rankings 2025
  • 65th in the world in the category of Employer Reputation. QS World University Rankings 2025

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