Water Engineering and Circular Economy, full-time

What will you learn? In the Bachelor of Engineering programme on Water Engineering and Circular Economy, you will gain technical expertise to solve the environmental challenges of communities and the business sector. The studies provide a comprehensive view of water and waste management processes, as well as of the significance of regional planning in building a sustainable infrastructure and protecting water resources and natural waters. The principles and business opportunities of circular economy are revealed through concrete examples and applications in various industries. As a student, you will learn to assess the environmental impacts and sustainability of solutions using a life cycle approach. A wide range of digital tools and data in the field of environmental technology are utilized in the education. Students will gain a good foundation for processing and utilizing spatial data. Students improve their skills on work-based multidisciplinary projects based on genuine needs of companies. The studies are not solely theoretical but closely linked to practical development work and building future solutions. Many companies and other actors in the field are involved in the studies, including courses, internships, and theses. Who is the education suitable for? The education is suitable for anyone interested in an engineering degree that can have a positive impact on the environment and promote sustainable development. For an engineer working with water engineering and circular economy, problem-solving skills and the desire and ability to acquire new knowledge are important. Which teaching methods are used in the education? At Turku University of Applied Sciences (Turku UAS), the Bachelor of Engineering programme in Water Engineering and Circular Economy is practical and working life oriented. The studies emphasize project work, multidisciplinary collaboration, and learning in authentic environments. Students are involved in development projects related to working life at an early stage, where they solve real challenges in water protection, water management, recycling, and environmental technology together with companies and public sector actors. Experimental learning takes place in laboratories and field environments, where modern measurement and analysis methods are utilized. Practical assignments are related to the development of water purification, material circulation, or environmental monitoring, for example. As a student, you have the possibility to participate in Turku UAS's research and learning environments and take part in research and development projects carried out for the world of work, seamlessly combining theory and practice.