The MS in environmental engineering at the University of Iceland is a two-year (120 ECTS) programme that equips students to analyse and identify engineering solutions to environmental projects, which are becoming increasingly important in our modern society.

Is the program for you??

• Are you interested in environmental issues?

• Do you want to learn about the sustainable use of energy?

• Do you want to be involved in the planning, design and development of sustainable nations?

• Are you passionate about safe and cost-effective transportation?

• Do you want to be an engineer?

• Are you looking for an exciting and varied programme?

What is the study about?

The Master's programme in environmental engineering teaches students core engineering subjects through mandatory courses, while also offering elective courses to broaden and deepen their knowledge in specific areas. The programme is designed to be flexible; the student's administrative supervisor will help the student select courses to suit their needs.

Environmental engineers play a key role in the planning, design and development of sustainable nations. Environmental engineers seek to understand as many perspectives as possible in order to complete the right projects in the right way. They provide a wide range of services related to: water resource management, pollution control, life cycle analysis, environmental impact assessment, transportation, development of renewable energy, and climate change mitigation.

Dynamic research, strong links with industry, and international partnerships ensure that student projects are based on real-world conditions and the most up-to-date knowledge.

Programme structure

The programme is 120 ECTS and is organised as two years of full-time study.

The programme is made up of:

• Courses, 60-90 ECTS

• Research project, 30-60 ECTS

The final thesis must be a basic research study that will benefit the entire engineering profession. Students may choose to complete either a 30 ECTS thesis with practical value for engineers in Iceland or a 60 ECTS thesis with scientific value.

Students may choose between the following specialisations:

• Environmental quality, with a focus on wilderness environments.

• Water resources engineering, with a focus on the design and operations of water infrastructure.

• Sustainable cities and safe transportation, with a focus on traffic safety, travel behaviour and carbon footprints.

• Renewable energy – energy engineering with a focus on hydroelectric and wind energy.

Students may take elective courses at other departments within the School of Engineering and Natural Sciences, with the consent of the administrative supervisor. Students select a thesis topic in consultation with the administrative supervisor.

Organisation of teaching

Courses on the Master's programme are generally taught in English.

Instructors at the Faculty are active researchers and highly-experienced engineers.

Students often take one semester abroad.

Objectives

The programme equips students to analyse and identify engineering solutions to environmental issues, which are becoming increasingly significant in our modern society.

A Master's degree in environmental engineering prepares students to work in engineering consultancy or administration, at power companies or transport authorities.

Other

After completing the Master's degree in environmental engineering, students can apply for the right to use the title of engineer. This professional title is legally protected.

Completing the programme grants a student access to doctoral studies.

• See the PhD in environmental engineering