Hydrology postgraduate degrees

6 universities offer 9 postgraduate courses. To get the best results for postgraduate hydrology degrees, enter your predicted grades.

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University of Birmingham

1 hydrology courses WEST MIDLANDS
Subject ranking: 5th
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What students say about hydrology

I am a mature distance learning student, completing my MA in Philosophy of Religion and Ethics. The online platform is easy to use and the digital library is expansive. All staff have been easy to contact when I need any support, including IT, Finance, Admin, my personal tutor and teaching staff. I have been assigned a mentor to help me stay connected with university life and the Philosophy department. The modules are contemporary, as are the course materials. The student cohort is diverse and we all connect to the course flexibly, from different time zones. I receive a weekly events newsletter which has plenty of options for attending online webinars and socials.

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Hydrogeology MSc
clock icon 2 years part time
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Modules
Year 1
  • Borehole Design, Construction, and Maintenance
  • Contaminant Transport Modelling
  • Further Topics
  • Groundwater Flow and Contaminant Transport Modelling
  • Groundwater Hydraulics
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University of Plymouth

2 hydrology courses SOUTH WEST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 24th
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WUSCA ranking: 50th
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As an international Environmental Management student, my time at Plymouth has been defined by two things: academic freedom and incredible support. When I faced significant personal loss and financial struggles that impacted my attendance, the faculty didn't write me off they gave me the flexibility to recover and succeed. The course itself is far more than just exams. I was able to lead complex, consultancy-style projects (like my work on Singapore Heat Stress policies) that felt like real professional work, not just coursework. The resources in the Marine Building and library are top-tier for anyone willing to push themselves. Plymouth offers a rare balance: it challenges you intellectually to reach distinction levels, but supports you personally when life gets hard. Highly recommended for students who want resilience alongside their degree.

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MSc Hydrography
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Year 1
  • MAR513 Research Skills and Methods
  • MAR520 Hydrography
  • MAR521 Acoustic and Oceanographic Surveying
  • MAR522 Survey Project Management
  • MAR523 Digital Mapping
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Newcastle University

1 hydrology courses NORTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 23rd
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WUSCA ranking: 16th
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It’s pretty. I wish they improved more of the facilities in architecture school. Our studios are quite dirty from pervious students so it’s not fair for new students to have a dirty studio when they walk in. Other than that the gym is great but Northumbria has a pool and a sauna and even a climbing wall

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Modules
Year 1
  • Climate Change: Vulnerability, Impacts and Adaptation
  • Fundamentals of Conceptual and Numerical Groundwater Modelling
  • Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
  • Hydrosystems Modelling and Management
  • Hydrosystems Processes and Data Analysis
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University of Strathclyde

1 hydrology courses SCOTLAND
WUSCA ranking: 7th
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The uni has an abundance of bathrooms but they need to be cleaned more often as many students seem yo leave them in a horrific state. The campus is in a prime location where you are never far from anyplace you may need to go, especially for those staying on campus. I think the gym should be open later at night as some people are in from 9-5 and by the time they are done and hava had dinner and caught up in work there isn’t enough time for them to also have the opportunity to use the facilities.

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MSc Hydrogeology
clock icon 1 year full time
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Year 1
  • Aquifer Mechanics
  • Contaminated Land
  • Environmental Geochemistry
  • Global Water Policy
  • Groundwater Flow Modelling
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University of Exeter

2 hydrology courses SOUTH WEST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 6th
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WUSCA ranking: 41th
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There should be more support for international students, the lack of staff specialized on matter regarding visas and financial support for international students makes the whole university experience feel more overwhelming and stressful.

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University of Leeds

2 hydrology courses YORKSHIRE AND HUMBERSIDE
Subject ranking: 9th
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What students say about hydrology

Oxford Brookes University offers a supportive learning environment with passionate lecturers and modern facilities. The campus is vibrant, with plenty of opportunities to get involved in clubs and events. The city of Oxford adds to the appeal, providing a rich, historic backdrop and excellent career opportunities. Overall, it’s a great choice for those looking for a balance of academics and student life.

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