Master's in Environmental Engineering
As a Master of Science in Engineering you will have a broad understanding of environmental challenges and the skills to utilize technical solutions to address them.
You will play a key role in developing society towards a cleaner and more sustainable future.
Master's Programme in Environmental Engineering
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Top reasons to study Environmental Engineering
- You will deepen your skills as a technology expert and acquire the necessary theoretical and practical knowledge to solve challenges affecting environmental well-being and sustainability.
- The main study options cover important fields of environmental engineering: Hydrology and Water Management, Industrial Environmental Engineering, Sustainable Energy Systems and Indoor Environmental Engineering.
- You are part of the technical students’ community in Oulu.
- You will study in a multidisciplinary university where you have the advantage of widening your degree with courses in business, human, and natural sciences and ICT.
- We pay special attention to improving your working life skills during the studies.
Why study Environmental Engineering?
The Environmental Engineering programme combines knowledge of natural sciences and engineering so that the graduates can master chemical, physical and mechanical processes relevant to environmental systems in both outdoor and indoor environments.
Phenomenon-based learning strengthens the ability to apply what you have learned in practical working life situations. The studies examine challenges related to water, air and energy, among other things, and the cross-cutting themes in education are environmental well-being, circular economy and sustainability.
Core skills and engineering competence - four study options
The Environmental Engineering master's programme includes four different study options to choose from:
Hydrology and Water Management
Hydrology and Water Management study option educates the students on integrated water resources management. Building on this, the students get expertise in water and wastewater treatment, water resources modelling and management, groundwater engineering, and environmental impact assessment.
To practically address and solve complex environmental problems, the curriculum covers a balanced mix of methods for water monitoring and purification, water resource engineering and hydrological modeling.
Industrial Environmental Engineering
Industrial Environmental Engineering study option combines process engineering with environmental engineering to create sustainable industrial practices.
The students will gain an understanding of the treatment and utilization of gaseous and liquid emissions and side streams, catalytic processes, circular economy and sustainability.
The students also know how to control, optimize, design and develop processes. In addition to theory, students learn practical skills by solving challenges arising from industrial environment.
Sustainable Energy Systems
Sustainable Energy Systems study option focuses on understanding and managing flexible, carbon-neutral energy systems, their societal and environmental impacts and economic benefits.
Graduates will gain the skills needed to create sustainable systems based on renewable energy sources and energy storage solutions, enabling their robust operations and increasing energy system resilience. The systems can be scaled to meet the energy demands of buildings, companies, communities, or entire regions.
Indoor Environmental Engineering
The Indoor Environmental Engineering study option focuses on the assessment, design and optimization of indoor environments to ensure health, comfort and productivity of occupants.
The study option integrates principles of environmental engineering, building physics and environmental health, with emphasis on indoor air quality, thermal comfort, lighting and acoustics.
Current global challenges related to energy efficiency, climate change and public health will be addressed during the studies.
Environmental Engineering programme structure and courses
For detailed information about courses and the programme structure, look at the study guide:
Occupational profiles of Environmental Engineering graduates
- Environmental Engineer
- Environmental Specialist
- Energy Specialist
- Development Manager
- Hydrologist
- Indoor Environmental Air Quality Specialist
- Healthy Building Specialist
- Building Performance Specialist
- Researcher.
Are you a good fit for Environmental Engineering programme?
An ideal candidate has a strong academic background in chemical, water, energy, electrical, mechanical, civil or building engineering or a closely related field, ready to deepen your expertise in environmental engineering.
You have a keen interest in sustainability, systems and processes, emerging technologies and approaches that promote resource efficiency. You strive to apply your knowledge in practice to innovative solutions to solve real environmental challenges. You thrive in collaborative settings, working alongside peers and industry experts.
Admissions criteria
Read about eligibility and admissions procedure for this programme, detailed information available at Studyinfo.
The grand challenge of energy transition for motivated students
The expectation is that, in 2050, the energy system will be sustainable, reliable and secure, providing efficient services to citizens and industry.
