Circular economy and water management (WILiŚ)

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Number of semesters:

4

Number of ECTS credits:

• 71 - Field of study: Circular economy and water management
• 128 - Specialization: Water Management and Climate Resilience
• 116 - Specialization: Sustainable Resource Management and Circular Economy

Work placement:

Practices do not apply.

Graduation requirements:

1. Earning the number of ECTS credits specified in the study programme.

2. Completion of the diploma thesis and passing the diploma examination.

Graduate profile and further learning opportunities:

A graduate of the "Circular Economy and Water Management" program possesses advanced knowledge and skills corresponding to two equally important areas: circular economy and water resources management. They understand the principles of sustainable development, efficient resource use, and the functioning of environmental systems, including the cycling of water and materials in natural and anthropogenic environments.

The graduate has advanced competencies in implementing solutions aligned with the circular economy, including resource conservation, water recovery, and reuse as well as planning, designing, and operating systems related to water management. They can analyze and model hydrological, hydraulic, and environmental processes, assess water quality, and identify and address problems related to water scarcity, excess, and environmental pressures.

They are capable of integrating technical, environmental, and economic knowledge to implement solutions supporting the transition to a circular economy and manage water resources efficiently. They can use modern analytical and IT tools, including Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and numerical models, to support decision-making and project implementation.

The graduate also possesses social competencies enabling work in interdisciplinary teams, project management, and making responsible and ethical decisions considering public interest and environmental, social, and economic factors. They are prepared for work in industry, consulting firms, and research institutes, public administration, water and wastewater sector companies, as well as for continuing education at doctoral schools.

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