River Delta Development
Do you want to play an important role in shaping our deltas? Are you excited to come up with solutions to one of the biggest problems of this century? Then this master is the perfect program for you!
River deltas provide habitat for millions of people and diverse ecosystems, as well as being essential for global food production and economy. However, these areas are increasingly threatened by climate change, sea level rise and overpopulation. Challenges such as flooding, land subsidence and groundwater salinization are becoming more common. That's why we need people who can come up with solutions that bring nature, technology and society together.
The master prepares you for the role of "facilitator of change," a professional who implements technological change so that people and nature can live together in harmony with water. You will learn to develop sustainable and widely supported ideas and solutions, taking into account all stakeholders in the long term.
The program combines theoretical knowledge of delta systems with practical experiences in "Living Labs" in real delta areas. This is where you work with local communities, businesses and policy makers. For example, you explore strategies for designing a climate-resilient shoreline for the Grevelingenmeer that can win the approval of all stakeholders. You assess technological options, costs and risks associated with rising water levels, while considering the needs of residents and farmers.
This master is a special collaboration between three colleges with expertise in water: the HZ University of Applied Sciences (for coastal areas), Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences (for river systems) and the Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences (for urban water). By studying and working in these different locations, you will increase your knowledge of different delta areas and build a valuable network in the field.
Na studia magisterskie mogą kandydować wszyscy, którzy ukończyli studia licencjackie lub inżynierskie (studia I stopnia), studia magisterskie lub studiują na ostatnim roku studiów I-stopnia. Studia, które planujesz powinny mieć zbliżony profil do tych obecnych lub ukończonych, ponieważ w procesie rekrutacji kluczowa jest ich zgodność programowa.
- Wykaz punktów ECTS – osoby, które są jeszcze w trakcie studiów, muszą załączyć wypis punktów ECTS, w którym będzie wykazane, jakie przedmioty były realizowane na studiach oraz ile punktów za nie otrzymano.
- Dyplom ukończenia studiów licencjackich lub inżynierskich – jeśli jesteś absolwentem wyższej uczelni, nie potrzebujesz wypisu, wystarczy załączyć dyplom ukończenia studiów wraz z suplementem (w języku angielskim lub oryginał z tłumaczeniem)
Spełnienie wymagań w zakresie języka angielskiego można udokumentować w następujący sposób (wynik, który musisz uzyskać z testu językowego aplikując na wybrany kierunek studiów znajdziesz w wymaganiach rekrutacyjnych danego programu):
- IELTS
- TOEFL
- Cambridge
In order to qualify for participation in the Master’s programme River Delta Development, applicants should have a bachelor’s degree or an equivalent qualification from a recognised university (of applied sciences) or accredited academic institution in a discipline related to that of the master’s programme (certified copy of a diploma together with the official transcript of academic records). For example: Water Management, Civil Engineering, International Development Management, Built Environment, etc.
A letter of motivation and an intake interview with the admission committee are also part of the selection procedure.
We select students based on several criteria. These should be addressed in your (English) letter of motivation of ± 750 words:
- your interest in and knowledge of river deltas and your goals for the master’s programme;
- your capacity for self-reflection on your current knowledge and skills;
- your capacity for becoming a facilitator of change - demonstrate your willingness to apply change, innovation and creativity in complex processes.
The intake interview will be about the goals you have set yourself based on your background, and your interest in and knowledge of river deltas. Also we expect you to give an elevator pitch about a river delta case.
Congratulations! You just finished your Master in Consultancy and Entrepreneurship and will receive the title Master of Science (MSc).
This programme is fully accredited by 60 credits in the ECTS System Accreditation (European Credit Transfer System) accredited by the Accreditation Organisation of the Netherlands and Flanders (NVAO).
With your degree, you will receive a supplement, a DS-label. With this document, you can show the value of your degree abroad when applying for other study programmes or when applying for a job.
Potential job prospects
River Delta Development has been developed in close cooperation with professionals. Governmental institutions, as well as consultancies are clear about their needs: professionals who think and work in constructive, integrated ways, that have the knowledge of transitional processes and are capable of moving people and organizations to make things happen.
The world is in transition (climate, energy, circular economy etc.) and needs people that can facilitate this change. In delta areas, many issues come together and are enhanced by the high population density and vulnerable location. This creates a demand for educated, enthusiastic, passionate young people that will take on a role to develop a resilient, safe and sustainable delta life.
Positions you could think of after you finished the master River Delta Development:
process manager
initiator of new projects
facilitator of civil changes
researcher
administrator
consultant
