Bachelor of Engineering | Water Technology and Sustainability | full-time studies

Embark on this journey to become an engineer. Your future starts here! 

We combine the study of Water Technology with Sustainability, enabling you to develop innovative solutions to environmental problems using cutting-edge technologies such as Environmental Modeling, Water and Wastewater Management and Treatment, and Remote Sensing. 

You will learn skills like Environmental Sampling and use Laboratory Skills to analyze issues and solutions. You will also be able to develop sustainable resource management and circular economy solutions to water and environmental problems and communicate with data, graphics, and sustainability/scientific reporting. 

Structure of studies

Our degree program is a journey through four main themes covering natural science to specializing in water and environmental monitoring, finding sustainable solutions and modeling the real-world scenarios. 

• BlueGreen Studies: This is where you dive deep into the world of water and environmental management. You’ll learn about everything from water acquisition to environmental protection and sampling, all with a modern technological twist. 
• Sustainability Studies: Here, you’ll embrace the power of sustainable practices. You’ll learn about managing resources sustainably and the principles of the circular economy. 
• Natural Science Studies: This theme is your foundation in the natural sciences. You’ll build your knowledge in areas ranging from chemistry to physics required to explore environmental solutions. 
• Applied Environmental Studies: This is where you get to apply all the knowledge you’ve gained to real-world environmental challenges through modeling and data analysis. 

We offer a variety of professional optional studies (30 ECTS) that supplement the core study themes. Choose the ones that align with your career goals and interests to customize your learning journey.

In addition, you can also study 30 ECTS worth of optional studies from your own interest, for example from other degree programs of Xamk or courses offered by other Universities.

You can also flexibly complete optional studies from the offerings of our international partner universities during a student exchange. Some example courses are: 

• Environmental Management: Covering Circular Carbon Management, Ecosystem Restoration, Climate Change, and courses related to Forestry. 
• Tech & Analysis: Master Advanced GIS, Remote Sensing, and Measurement Techniques. 
• IT & Entrepreneurship: Dive into IT-related topics and entrepreneurial skills. 

Career opportunities

By the end of the programme, you will have the competence and skills to work in diverse and dynamic workplaces, such as Water/Wastewater Treatment Facilities, Environmental Informatics Companies, Environmental Startups/Companies, Policy Bodies, or on your own clean tech/sustainability venture anywhere in the world.

Students gain practical experience through internships. We also help to find internship positions for students in sectors like Environmental/Water/Sustainability Research and more through our partners, company fairs, and collaborations. Likewise, based on availability students also have the opportunity to participate in research and development work. They can contribute to ongoing research programs at Xamk, enhancing their learning experience. 

Potential career opportunities after completion of this degree: 

• Water Protection Analyst: Study and propose solutions for water protection and acquisition using sustainable practices. 
• Wastewater/Water Treatment Engineer: Develop sustainable, viable and modern solutions to treat wastewater/water in the city, industry, office or home scale. 
• Sustainability Consultant: Advise companies on sustainable practices, and reporting. 
• Data Engineer: Handle and analyze large sets of environmental and sustainability data. 
• IoT Specialist for Water/Environmental Applications: Use IoT technologies to monitor and solve water/environment-related issues. 
• Informatics Specialist: Apply modern technology solutions to water, environmental, and sustainable sciences. 
• Entrepreneur of Eco-Sustainable Solutions: Start your own venture in the water, environment, or sustainability space.