Water Technology (joint degree)
Wageningen University & Research • Wageningen • Engineering
Admissions & requirements
- 1. Additional Knowledge
* Dispose of sufficient funds to finance your studies. * To apply for this programme, please visit the website of Wageningen University. The master Water Technology is offered jointly by Wageningen University, University of Twente and the University of Groningen. For the application guidelines please visit the website of Wageningen University: http://www.wageningenur.nl/en/Education-Programmes/prospective-master-students/MSc-programmes/MSc-Water-Technology/Application-and-Admission-1.htm
NoteVisa procedures can take 6–8 weeks. We recommend applying earlier than the official deadline — we track the full timeline in our Premium plan. - 2. Previous Education
A relevant BSc degree (or equivalent) in the (related) field of Biotechnology or Chemical Engineering, based on a program of sufficient academic level and quality to be able to complete the Water Technology program.
NoteVisa procedures can take 6–8 weeks. We recommend applying earlier than the official deadline — we track the full timeline in our Premium plan. - 3. Grade Average
A Grade Point Average (GPA) for the BSc study of at least 70% of the maximum scale.
NoteVisa procedures can take 6–8 weeks. We recommend applying earlier than the official deadline — we track the full timeline in our Premium plan. - 4. Language Test
For applicants whose mother tongue is a language other than English and/or who have not followed all their secondary and tertiary education in English sufficient proficiency in English is required by means of a minimum score of 6.5 on the Academic IELTS test (with a minimum score of 6.0 for speaking). Internet based TOEFL-iBT scores are also accepted. The required minimum score for admission is 80.
NoteVisa procedures can take 6–8 weeks. We recommend applying earlier than the official deadline — we track the full timeline in our Premium plan.
Language requirements
- IELTS overall band (6.5)
- TOEFL internet based (90)
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Wageningen University & Research
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Wageningen University is the world #1 ranked university in agriculture and forestry for 7 consecutive years. Founded in 1876, it specializes in life sciences with focus on food, agriculture, and environment. Known as the most sustainable university in Netherlands and located in the "Food Valley" region.
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