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Water engineering, sometimes also called hydraulic or hydro engineering, is a discipline that involves the supply of water, distribution and disposal of wastewater, prevention of flooding, and treatment of sewage. As a water engineer, you will mainly be working with water, but you may also be responsible for other liquids.
You will look at the applications of engineering to make the distribution, treatment, collection, regulation and measurement of water and other fluids more efficient. A water engineering will need to have a grasp on subjects such as mathematics, engineering, physics, and chemistry.
When studying in this field, the modules you are likely to cover include:
As a graduate of water engineering, you may find work in a range of engineering disciplines, particularly those who work within or closely alongside water, such as:
Study in the UK
The UK is a popular destination for international students who want to study abroad. With a wide range of universities offering a variety of courses, there are so many opportunities that students might not be able to find elsewhere. Each university will pride itself on offering high quality education from leading teaching professionals. A qualification gained in the UK will be well regarded across the globe, making an education in the UK a great investment in your future. As well as this, there are many highly ranked universities in the UK, around 17 of which are consistently appearing in the top 100 of the QS World University Rankings.
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