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118-0101-00L 3 Credits NDS D-BAUG
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Water Resources Seminars

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. em. Dr. Paolo Burlando, Dr. Darcy Molnar
Number of participants limited to 16. Automatic admittance given to the MAS students.
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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:34:49

Abstract

The Seminar Series features invited experts from a wide range of disciplines, who will present their experiences working with water related topics in international settings. The students will be exposed to many different perspectives and will be asked to apply the information they learn to specific case studies.

Objective

The Seminar Series will provide students with background information on a wide range of topics related to water resources. Invited experts will challenge the students to evaluate water resources and water resource management in new ways, using tools that have been successfully implemented in real case scenarios. The seminars will include theory, interactive discussions, and the assessment of methodologies. Student participation will be highly encouraged.

Content

The Seminar Series is aimed at offering students the opportunity to learn about water resources in a multi-disciplinary fashion, with a focus on international examples. Selected topics will include: Water & Climate Change, Water & Sanitation, Water Management in Central Asia, Water & Agriculture, Nature Based Solutions, Water Hazards (floods), Water & Business, and Water Stewardship. For additional details see the course website Link .

General Information

Language
English
Levels
NDS
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
graded semester performance

Registration & Places

Max Places
16
Priority: Registration for the course unit is only possible for the primary target group

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
seminar Water Resources Seminars
Permission from lecturers required for all students. Attendance is compulsory.
  • Tue 08:45-11:30 (HCP E 47.2)
3 h weekly

Offered In

  • MAS in Sustainable Water Resources (The Master of Advanced Studies in Sustainable Water Resources is a 12 month full time postgraduate diploma programme. The focus of the programme is on issues of sustainability and water resources in Latin America, with special attention given to the impacts of development and climate change on water resources. The programme combines multidisciplinary coursework with high level research. Sample research topics include: water quality, water quantity, water for agriculture, water for the environment, adaptation to climate change, and integrated water resource management. Language: English. Credit hours: 66 ECTS. For further information please visit: )