The programme is based in the School of Civil and Building Engineering’s Water, Engineering and Development Centre (WEDC), one of the world’s leading education and research institutes of its kind. Modules are taught by experts in a broad range of disciplines who have considerable experience of working in low- and middle- income countries. The programme includes non-technical modules that will broaden your education base opening up opportunities for you to take on managerial roles. Graduates will little or no experience, and experienced practitioners, are all invited to apply. Classes include a mix of nationalities and past experiences, providing both a stimulating learning experience and a valuable future network. Externally accredited, WEDC programmes are well-established, and held in high regard by practitioners and employers from both the emergency and development sectors.

Many WEDC students and alumni work for international NGOs (MSF, Oxfam, SCF, GOAL, WaterAid, etc.) and agencies (such as UNICEF), or National Governments. Graduate job titles include Sanitation Technical Manager, Water and Sanitation Consultant, Project Manager, Environmental Engineering Consultant and Civil Engineering Specialist.