Water and Environmental Engineering MSc – 2024 entry
Key information
Start date: February 2024
- Study mode and duration
- Full-time: 1 year
- Part-time: 5 years
- Distance-learning: 5 years
Start date: September 2024
- Study mode and duration
- Full-time: 1 year
- Part-time: 5 years
- Distance-learning: 5 years
Why choose this course
There’s a global shortage of qualified professionals who specialise in water and environmental engineering. Our MSc will transform you into an expert on water and environmental sustainability, ready to tackle the industry’s complex challenges.
This fully accredited course is taught by experts from our Centre for Environmental Health and Engineering (CEHE), which is a designated World Health Organization Collaborating Centre for the protection of water quality and human health. CEHE sits within the School of Sustainability, Civil and Environmental Engineering.
Our course is increasingly popular and relevant to the needs of future engineers, scientists and professionals in sectors such as environmental health, water quality, sanitation, water resource management and pollution control.
What you will study
Our MSc attracts UK and international graduates who wish to take advantage of the global interest in water quality, sanitation and integrated water resources management to develop their careers.
It will provide you with a solid understanding of the core areas of water and environmental engineering. You’ll gain the skills you need to explore, critically assess and produce systematic and coherent solutions for sustainable water and environmental management.
You’ll do this while integrating core engineering science with practical applications, both independently and within a team, developing an understanding of how this knowledge can be articulated around sustainable development practices.
We’ll prepare you for a successful career in the field, including, where appropriate, progression to Chartered Engineer status.
Distance learning
Surrey is a pioneer in distance learning-based MSc courses in civil and environmental engineering. This flexible option allows you to study for our distinctive, accredited programme from anywhere in the world, without the need to relocate or give up your existing job.
As a distance learner, you’ll study eight modules and complete a dissertation in your chosen subject (like full-time and part-time students), but you can take up to five years to complete your masters. You’ll be able to access all module materials through our virtual learning environment, SurreyLearn, and arrange to take end-of-module exams remotely.
Learn more about distance learning programmes (PDF).
Facilities and resources
Laboratories and pilot plants
In recent years, we’ve invested in new equipment in our small centre facility, which primarily supports fieldwork, and in our larger, more extensively equipped microbiology and chemistry laboratory. The new equipment will enhance your learning experience during your studies.
The laboratories are equipped with advanced analytical equipment, including ICP-OES, GC/MS, TOC, an ion chromatograph, a particle counter and water quality loggers.
Library facilities
You will have access to a wide range of resources in our Library, including books, journals and electronic materials to further your studies.
Our MSc draws on science, engineering and other areas of knowledge, and the overall diversity of academic groups within the University ensures there are Library resources to help you with whatever you need for your studies.
Resource centre
You’ll have access to a limited range of textbooks, previously completed MSc dissertations, a selected range of journals and software mounted on PCs in the Catchment Modelling Laboratory or available on CD.
Professional Institution resources
Library and learning resources are available at the Institution of Civil Engineers, the Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management, and other appropriate professional bodies.
All categories of members of these professional institutions are allowed to borrow books from the institution libraries by post and, in some cases, to access other services online.
Professional recognition
MSc - Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation (CIHT).
Accredited by CIHT as meeting the requirements for Further Learning for a Chartered Engineer under the provisions of UK-SPEC for candidates that have already acquired a CEng accredited BEng(Hons) undergraduate first degree.
MSc - Institute of Highway Engineers (IHE).
Accredited by IHE as meeting the requirements for Further Learning for a Chartered Engineer under the provisions of UK-SPEC for candidates that have already acquired a CEng accredited BEng(Hons) undergraduate first degree.
MSc - Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE).
Accredited by ICE as meeting the requirements for Further Learning for a Chartered Engineer under the provisions of UK-SPEC for candidates that have already acquired a CEng accredited BEng(Hons) undergraduate first degree.
MSc - Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE).
Accredited by IStructE as meeting the requirements for Further Learning for a Chartered Engineer under the provisions of UK-SPEC for candidates that have already acquired a CEng accredited BEng(Hons) undergraduate first degree.
MSc - European Accreditation of Engineering Programmes (EUR-ACE)
This Programme is accredited by the European Accreditation of Engineering Programmes (EUR-ACE)
MSc - The Permanent Way Institution
Accredited as partially meeting the academic requirement for CEng registration: i.e. Bachelors (Honours) degrees accredited as partially meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng). Graduates from these programmes will need to demonstrate 8 additional AHEP Learning Outcomes1 to demonstrate the required underpinning knowledge and understanding for registration as a Chartered Engineer (CEng).
Careers and graduate prospects
We offer careers information, advice and guidance to all students whilst studying with us, which is extended to our alumni for three years after leaving the University.
Graduates of this course are in high demand, progressing to engineering roles in sectors such as environmental health, water quality, sanitation, water resource management and pollution control, for companies including:
- Arcadis
- Atkins
- London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine
- Mott MacDonald
- Oxfam
- QinetiQ
- Southern Water
- Thames Water
- West London NHS Trust
- World Bank.
93 per cent of our postgraduate taught civil engineering students going on to employment or further study, Graduate Outcomes 2023, HESA.
Modules
Modules listed are indicative, reflecting the information available at the time of publication. Please note that modules may be subject to teaching availability, student demand and/or class size caps.
The University operates a credit framework for all taught programmes based on a 15-credit tariff. Modules can be either 15, 30, 45, 75 and 120 credits, and additionally for some masters dissertations, 90 credits.
The structure of our programmes follows clear educational aims that are tailored to each programme. These are all outlined in the programme specifications which include further details such as the learning outcomes:
Optional modules for Year 1 - FHEQ Level 7
Please take three optional modules from the following:
ENGM046 European Study Tour
ENGM057 Water Resources Management and Hydraulic Modelling
ENGM285 Geographical Information Science and Remote Science
ENGM265 Sustainability and Infrastructure
ENGM266 Infrastructure Asset Management
ENGM281 Building Information Modelling
ENGM303 Nature Based Solutions in Environmental Engineering
Optional modules for Unstructured (3-5 years) - FHEQ Level 7
Please take three optional modules from the following:
ENGM046 European Study Tour
ENGM057 Water Resources Management and Hydraulic Modelling
ENGM285 Geographical Information Science and Remote Science
ENGM265 Sustainability and Infrastructure
ENGM266 Infrastructure Asset Management
ENGM281 Building Information Modelling
ENGM303 Nature Based Solutions in Environmental Engineering
Optional modules for Unstructured (3-5 years) DL - FHEQ Level 7
Please take three optional modules from the following:
ENGM046 European Study Tour
ENGM057 Water Resources Management and Hydraulic Modelling
ENGM285 Geographical Information Science and Remote Science
ENGM265 Sustainability and Infrastructure
ENGM266 Infrastructure Asset Management
ENGM281 Building Information Modelling
ENGM303 Nature Based Solutions in Environmental Engineering
Timetable
Course timetables are normally available one month before the start of the semester.
New students will receive their personalised timetable in Welcome Week, and in subsequent semesters, two weeks prior to the start of semester.
Please note that while we make every effort to ensure that timetables are as student-friendly as possible, scheduled teaching can take place on any day of the week (Monday – Friday). Wednesday afternoons are normally reserved for sports and cultural activities. Part-time classes are normally scheduled on one or two days per week, details of which can be obtained from the Academic Hive.
View our code of practice for the scheduling of teaching and assessment (PDF).
Contact hours
Contact hours can vary across our modules. Full details of the contact hours for each module are available from the University of Surrey's module catalogue. See the modules section for more information.
Entry requirements
A minimum of a 2:2 UK honours degree in civil engineering (or any engineering, basic sciences, environmental sciences, agriculture, management, or interdisciplinary subjects), or equivalent recognised international degree.
Applicants will be considered on an individual basis, based on strength in specific subjects related to the MSc programme and/or professional experience.
Do I meet the requirements for this course?
We require you to submit a full application so that we can formally assess whether you meet the criteria published. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide an outcome based on an enquiry (via email, webform enquiry, phone or live chat).
International entry requirements by country
You can apply for our postgraduate masters courses if you have an Australian bachelors degree.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve one of the following:
- Bachelor (Honours) degree (four years) with 2:1 honours (division B / 2).
- Bachelor ordinary degree (three Years) with Distinction (approximately 70%).
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve one of the following:
- Bachelor (Honours) degree (four years) with 2:2 honours (division B / 2).
- Bachelor ordinary degree (three years) with Credit (approximately 65%).
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 2.0 overall where 1 is the highest.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 3.0 overall where 1 is the highest.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must have completed a Bakalavr/Specialist Diploma with a GPA of 4.3 or 77.5% overall.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must have completed a Bakalavr/Specialist Diploma with a GPA of 3.9 or 70% overall.
For courses that require a UK first-class degree to be eligible for a scholarship, you must achieve a GPA of 4.7 or 85% overall.
You can apply for our postgraduate masters courses if you have completed a four-year degree from a recognised Bangladesh university.
For courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of at least 3.25 out of 4.0 (65%), 3.5 out of 4.0 (70%), or 3.75 out of 4.0 (75%), depending on the institution at which you studied.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of at least 3.0 out of 4.0 (60%), 3.25 out of 4.0 (65%), or 3.5 out of 4.0 (70%), depending on the institution at which you studied.
You can apply for our undergraduate masters courses if you have a Belgian bachelors degree.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 14 out of 20 or 70% overall.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 12 out of 20 or 60% overall.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a B overall, 65% or GPA 3.5 out of 5.0 at masters degree level.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a C overall, 55% or GPA 2.5 out of 5.0 at masters degree level.
You can apply for our postgraduate masters courses if you have a Bacharel Licenciatura, Licenciado or professional title from a university in Brazil.
You can apply for our MPhil/PhD courses if you have a masters degree from a university in Brazil.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a minimum GPA of 7.5 out of 10.
For courses that require a 2:2, you must achieve a minimum GPA of 6.5 out of 10.
For courses that require a UK first-class degree to be eligible for a scholarship, you must achieve a GPA of 8.5 out of 10.
You can apply for our postgraduate masters courses if you have a bachelors degree at 2:2 or above from Brunei University of Engineering, Business and Computing, Universiti Brunei Darussalam or Universiti Islam Sultan Sharif Ali.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a 2:1 honours degree or GPA 3.2 / 65% from an honours degree.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a 2:2 honours degree or GPA 2.7 / 55% from an honours degree.
For courses that require a UK first-class degree to be eligible for a scholarship, you must achieve a first-class honours degree.
You can apply for our postgraduate masters courses if you have a bachelors degree from a university in Bulgaria.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 5 out of 6.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 4 out of 6.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must have a bachelors degree with either:
- Grades of 70%, B overall, or a GPA of 3.0/4 where pass mark is 50%
- Grades of 75%, B overall, or a GPA of 3.0/4 if the pass mark is 60%.
For degrees that require a UK 2:2, you must have either:
- Bachelor’s degree, where pass mark is 60%, with 70%, GPA 2.5/4, GPA 5.1/9 or C overall
- Bachelor’s degree, where pass mark is 50%, with 65%, GPA 2.5/4, GPA 5.1/9 or C overall.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, the grade requirement depends on the institution you have studied at in China. Our usual requirement is between 70% and 75% overall.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve between 65% and 70% overall, depending on the institution at which you have studied.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA or 4.0 out of 5.0.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA 3.0 out of 5.0.
You can apply for our MPhil/PhD courses if you have a masters degree.
| UK degree classification | Equivalency |
|---|---|
| 2:1 | A Bachelors degree (four years) or a pytchion (four years and from the University of Cyprus) with a minimum score of 7.0 out of 10. Alternatively, a Bachelors/ptychion certificate (four years) with a GPA of 3.5. |
| 2:2 | A Bachelors degree (four years) or a ptychion (four years and from the University of Cyprus) with a minimum score of 6.5 out of 10. Alternatively, a Bachelors/ptychion certificate (four years) with a GPA of 3.0. |
| First | A Bachelors degree (four years) or a ptychion (four years and from the University of Cyprus) with a minimum score of 8.3 out of 10. Alternatively, a Bachelors/ptychion certificate (four years) with a GPA of 4.0. |
You can apply for our postgraduate masters courses if you have a bachelors degree from a university in the Czech Republic.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve either a GPA of 1.5, a B, velmi dobře ‘very good’ (post-2004) or 2.0, dobře ‘pass’ (pre-2004) in your bachelors degree.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve either a GPA of 2.0, a C, dobře ‘good’ (post-2004) or 3.0, dobře ‘pass’ (pre-2004) in your bachelor degree.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 10.0 out of 12.0 in Bachelors degree / Candidatus Philophiae / Diplomingenior / Professionsbachelor.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 7.0 out of 12.0 in Bachelors degree / Candidatus Philophiae / Diplomingenior / Professionsbachelor.
For courses that require a UK 2:1, you must complete one of the following:
- A bachelors degree from a recognised institution with 75% or GPA 3.0 overall
- A bachelors degree from the American University of Cairo with 3.0 GPA or a B overall.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must complete one of the following:
- A bachelors degree from a recognised institution with 70% or GPA 2.8 overall
- A bachelors degree from the American University of Cairo with 2.7 GPA or a C overall.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve either a GPA of 4.0, 81% or a B overall.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve either a GPA of 3.0, 71% or a C overall.
You can apply for our postgraduate masters courses if you have a Kandidaatti.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 4.0 out of 5.0.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 3.0 out of 5.0.
You can apply for our postgraduate masters courses if you have a French Bachelors degree.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 12.0 out of 20.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 11 out of 20.
You can apply for our postgraduate masters courses if you have a German bachelors degree.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 2.5, where 1 is the highest.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 3.0, where 1 is the highest.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 3.25 or a 2:1 honours degree.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 2.5 or a 2:2 honours degree.
If you are applying for a masters degree, it is compulsory to seek the support of our appointed in-country agent, at no extra cost, who receive extensive training from Surrey to support you with the application and visa process. Further details and contact information available.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a bachelors degree with an overall score of 7.0 out of 10 from a university recognised by NARIC/Eccits.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a bachelors degree with an overall score of 6.5 out of 10 from a university recognised by NARIC/Eccits.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a 2:1 honours degree.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a 2:2.
For courses that require a UK first-class degree to be eligible for a scholarship, you must achieve a first-class honours degree.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a Egyetemi Oklevél (university diploma) with a GPA of 4.0 out of 5.0. Or a Főiskolai Oklevél (college diploma) with a GPA of 4.51 out 5.0. Or Alapfokozat with 4.0 out of 5.0 overall.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a Egyetemi Oklevél (university diploma) with a GPA of 3.51 out of 5.0. Or a Főiskolai Oklevél (college diploma) with a GPA of 4.0 out 5.0. Or Alapfokozat with 3.51 out of 5.0 overall.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve at least an overall average of 60% or 65% in your undergraduate study depending on the institution you have completed your degree.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve at least an overall average of 55% or 60% in your undergraduate study depending on the institution you have completed your degree.
For courses that require a UK first-class degree to be eligible for a scholarship, you must achieve at least an overall average of 65% or 70% in your undergraduate study depending on the institution you have completed your degree.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a Sarjana 1/Diploma IV with a 3.0-3.5 GPA, depending on the BAN-PT accreditation status of your institution of study.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a Sarjana 1/Diploma IV with a 2.8-3.3 GPA, depending on the BAN-PT accreditation status of your institution of study.
For courses that require a UK first-class degree to be eligible for a scholarship, you must achieve a Sarjana 1/Diploma IV with at least a 3.5 GPA overall.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 15.0 out of 20.0 overall.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 12.0 out of 20.0 overall.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a bachelors degree (four years) with 75% overall.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a bachelors degree (four years) with 70% overall.
For courses that require a UK first-class degree, you must achieve a bachelors degree (four years) with 80% overall.
You can apply for our postgraduate masters courses if you have an Irish bachelors degree.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a 2:1 honours degree.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a 2:2 honours degree.
You can apply for our postgraduate masters courses if you have an Italian bachelors degree.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve the Licenza di Accademia di Belle Arti certificate or Diploma di Laurea with an average minimum mark of 90 out of 110 overall.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve the Licenza di Accademia di Belle Arti certificate or Diploma di Laurea with an average minimum mark of 80 out of 110 overall.
You can apply for our postgraduate masters courses if you have a Japanese bachelors degree.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a minimum of 76% or a B+ overall.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a minimum score of 70% or a B overall.
For courses that require a UK first-class degree to be eligible for a scholarship, you must achieve a minimum score of 82% or an A overall.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a bachelors degree with 76% overall or a GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a bachelors degree with 68% overall or a GPA of 2.6 out of 4.0.
For courses that require a UK first-class degree to be eligible for a scholarship, you must achieve a bachelors degree with 84% overall or a GPA of 4.0 out of 4.0.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 4.25/5.0, 3.7/4.33 or 3.4/4.0 overall.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 4.0/5.0, 3.4/4.33 or 3.0/4.0 overall.
For courses that require a UK first-class degree to be eligible for a scholarship, you must achieve a GPA of 4.5/5.0, 4.0/4.33 or 3.8/4.0 overall. The grade requirement depends on the institution at which you have studied.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a 2:1 honours degree or a B overall.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a 2:2 honours degree or a C overall.
For courses that require a UK first-class degree to be eligible for a scholarship, you must achieve a first-class honours degree or an A overall.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a bachelors degree with 3.33/4.0 overall or a masters degree with 3.0/4.0 overall.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a bachelors degree with 2.6/4.0 overall.
For courses that require a UK first-class degree, you must achieve either a bachelors or a masters degree with 4.0/4.0 overall.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 6.0 out of 8.0, 8.0 out of 10 or a B overall.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 5.0 out of 8.0 or 6.0 out of 10 overall.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a B overall, a score of 12 out of 20 overall in either a Bachelor Degree, Licence or Maîtrise.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a C overall, or a score of 11 out of 20,in either a Bachelor Degree, Licence or Maîtrise.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 8.0 out of 10.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 7.0 out of 10.
For courses that require a UK first-class degree, you must achieve a GPA of 9.0 out of 10.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 16 out of 20.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 14 out of 20.
For courses that require a UK first-class degree to be eligible for a scholarship, you must achieve a GPA of 18 out of 20.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 3.0/4.0.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 2.67/4.0.
2:1 - Bachelor's degree (honours) with 70% overall (second class, upper division). Bachelor's degree (general) with 90% overall.
2:2 - Bachelor's degree (honours) with 55% overall (second class, lower division). Bachelor's degree (general) with 80% overall.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a 2:1 honours degree.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a 2:2 honours degree.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 8.0 out of 10, or 16 out of 20.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 7.0 out of 10, or 14 out of 20.
You can apply for our postgraduate masters courses if you have a bachelors degree, HBO certificate or doctoral certificate from a university in the Netherlands.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 7.0 out of 10.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 6.0 out of 10.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a B+ overall.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a B- overall.
For courses that require a UK first-class degree to be eligible for a scholarship, you must achieve an A- overall.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 3.2/4.0 from the AUN or 3.3/5.0 from other universities.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 2.7/4.0 from the AUN or 2.8/5.0 from other universities. If you have relevant work experience, you may be considered with a GPA of 2.4/5.0.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 2.5, where 1.0 is the highest, or a B overall.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 3.25, where 1.0 is the highest, or a C overall.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 3.0 or 3.2 out of 4.0, depending on the institution at which you studied.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 2.7 or 2.9 out of 4.0, depending on the institution at which you studied.
For courses that require a UK first-class degree to be eligible for a scholarship, you must achieve a GPA of 3.3 or 3.5 out of 4.0, depending on the institution at which you studied.
To enrol on a masters course at Surrey, you will need the equivalent of a 2:1 or 2:2 degree from a recognised university. If you would like advice on the requirements from the country in which you are studying, please email international@surrey.ac.uk.
To enrol on a masters course at Surrey, you will need the equivalent of a 2:1 or 2:2 degree from a recognised university. If you would like advice on the requirements from the country in which you are studying, please email international@surrey.ac.uk.
To enrol on a masters course at Surrey, you will need the equivalent of a 2:1 or 2:2 degree from a recognised university. If you would like advice on the requirements from the country in which you are studying, please email international@surrey.ac.uk.
To enrol on a masters course at Surrey, you will need the equivalent of a 2:1 or 2:2 degree from a recognised university.
| Country | 2:1 equivalent | 2:2 equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| Chile | Either of the following with 5.0/7 overall. Licenciatura (four years) | Either of the following with 4.6/7 overall. Licenciatura (four years) |
| Colombia | Licenciado / Título de [professional field] with 4.0/5 overall. | Licenciado / Título de [professional field] with 3.5/5 overall. |
| Ecuador | Any of the following with 75%, 7.5, where the pass mark is 6, or 8.0, where the pass mark is 7, overall. Licenciado | Any of the following with 70% overall. Licenciado |
| Guyana | Master's degree from University of Guyana with 3.2/4 GPA overall. | Master's degree from University of Guyana with 3.0/4 GPA overall. |
| Nicaragua | Título de Licenciado / Título de [professional field] / Maestria (all four years) with 80% overall. | Título de Licenciado / Título de [professional field] / Maestria (all four years) with 70% overall. |
| Peru | Título de Licenciado (four years) with 13/20 overall. | Título de Licenciado (four years) with 12/20 overall. |
| Uruguay | Título de Licenciado / Título de [professional field] (four years) with 9.0/12 overall. | Título de Licenciado / Título de [professional field] (four years) with 7.0/12 overall. |
| Venezuela | Licenciatura / Título de [professional field] with 81%, 8/9 or 16/20 overall (sobresaliente / outstanding). | Licenciatura / Título de [professional field] with 71%, 7/9 or 14/20 overall (distinguido / very good). |
If you would like further information on the requirements from the country in which you are studying, please email international@surrey.ac.uk.
To enrol on a masters course at Surrey, you will need the equivalent of a 2:1 or 2:2 degree from a recognised university. If you would like advice on the requirements from the country in which you are studying, please email international@surrey.ac.uk.
To enrol on a masters course at Surrey, you will need the equivalent of a 2:1 or 2:2 degree from a recognised university. If you would like advice on the requirements from the country in which you are studying, please email international@surrey.ac.uk.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a bachelors degree with a GPA of 2.6 or 2.8 out of 4.0 (65 or 70%), depending on the institution at which you studied. If you have studied a two or three-year bachelors degree plus a masters degree, you must achieve a GPA of 2.8 or 3.0 out of 4.0 (70% or 75%), depending on the institution at which you studied.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a bachelors degree with a GPA of 2.4 or 2.6 out of 4.0 (60% or 65%), depending on the institution at which you studied. If you have studied a two or three-year bachelors degree plus a masters degree, you must achieve a GPA of 2.6 or 2.8 out of 4.0 (65% or 70%), depending on the institution at which you studied.
For courses that require a UK first-class degree, you must achieve a bachelors degree with a GPA of 2.8 or 3.0 out of 4.0 (70% or 80%), depending on the institution at which you studied. If you have studied a two or three-year bachelors degree plus a masters degree, you must achieve a GPA of 3.0 or 3.2 out of 4.0 (75% or 80%), depending on the institution at which you studied.
You can apply for our postgraduate masters courses if you have a Polish bachelors degree or above.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1:
Bachelors degree
Any of the following with 4+ (4.5) / B overall (dobry plus / fairly good).
Dyplom Tytuł Licencjat (bachelors degree, started after 2006)
Dyplom Tytuł Inżynier (bachelors degree, started after 2006)
Masters degree
4 (4.0) / C overall (dobry / good).
Dyplom Tytuł Magister (masters degree) If awarded from 2001.
For courses that require a UK 2:2:
Bachelors degree
Any of the following with 4 (4.0) / C overall (dobry / good).
Dyplom Tytuł Licencjat (bachelors degree, started after 2006)
Dyplom Tytuł Inżynier (bachelors degree, started after 2006)
Masters degree
3+ (3.5) / D overall (Satisfactory).
Dyplom Tytuł Magister (masters degree) If awarded from 2001.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must have achieved the Portugal Licenciado/Diploma de Estudos Superiores Especializados (DESE) with a GPA of 16.0 out of 20.0.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must have achieved Portugal Licenciado/Diploma de Estudos Superiores Especializados (DESE) with a GPA of 14.0 out of 20.0.
For courses that require a UK first, you must have achieved Portugal Licenciado/Diploma de Estudos Superiores Especializados (DESE) with a GPA of 18.0 out of 20.0.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 2.8 out of 4.0.
For courses that require a UK first-class degree to be eligible for a scholarship, you must achieve an overall GPA of 3.2 out of 4.0.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must have achieved the Diploma de Licenta with a GPA of 8.0 overall.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must have achieved the Diploma de Licenta with a GPA of 7.0 overall.
For postgraduate taught courses, a Specialist Diploma and Baklavar will all be considered as suitable qualifications for entry depending on grades and subjects studied.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 4.1 our of 5.0.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 3.9 out of 5.0.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve 75% overall or a GPA of 3.5/5.0 or 3.0/4.0.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve 65% overall, or a GPA of either 3.25 out of 5.0 or 2.6 out of 4.0.
For courses that require a UK first-class degree to be eligible for a scholarship, you must achieve 80% overall.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 3.0/4.0 or 3.8/5.0.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 2.75/4.0 or 3.4/5.0.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 1.5, grade B or 'very good' overall.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 2.0, grade C or 'good' overall.
The following qualifications are accepted as equivalent to a UK bachelors degree:
- Diploma o pridobljeni univerzitetni izobrazi
- Diplomant
- Univerzitetni diplomant
- Diplomirani.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must have achieved any of the above qualifications, with a score of 8.5.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must have achieved any of the above qualifications, with a score of 7.0.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve 70% overall or a 2:1 honours degree.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve 60% overall or a 2:2 honours degree.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a Haksa GPA of 3.2/4.3 or 3.4/4.5 overall.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a Haksa GPA of 2.8/4.3 or 3.0/4.5 overall.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 7.0 out of 10.0 or 2.0 out of 4.0.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 6.0 out of 10.0.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must have achieved 80% from a three-year bachelors degree or 60% from a four-year special bachelors degree or a five-year professional degree.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must have achieved 70% from a three-year bachelors degree or 55% from a four-year special bachelors degree or a five-year professional degree.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must have achieved a majority of VG / AB / B / Vall Godkand.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must have achieved a majority of G / BA / C / Godkand.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of between 7.0 and 8.0 out of 10.0, 2.2 out of 5.0, or 5.0 out of 6.0.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of between 6.0 and 7.0 out of 10.0, or 4.5 out of 6.0.
For courses that require a UK first, you must achieve a GPA of between 8.0 and 9.0 out of 10.0, 2.7 out of 5.0, or 5.5 out of 6.0.
Our grade requirements for postgraduate courses vary depending on the institution at which you have studied:
- For postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, our minimum grade requirement is 73%, 78% or 88%
- For courses that require a UK 2:2, our minimum grade requirement is 68%, 73% or 83%
- For courses that require a UK first, our minimum grade requirement is 78%, 83% or 93%.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a 2:1 honours degree.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a 2:2 honours degree.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 2.8 or 3.0 out of 4.0, depending on the institution at which you studied.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 2.6 or 2.8 out of 4.0, depending on the institution at which you studied.
For courses that require a UK first-class degree to be eligible for a scholarship, you must achieve a GPA of 3.2 out of 4.0.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of between 2.8 and 3.0 out of 4.0.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of between 2.6 and 2.8 out of 4.0.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 4.0 or a 2:1 honours degree.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 3.0 or a 2:2 honours degree.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you will need to have completed one of the following:
- Dyplom Bakalavr (after 2007) with 80% overall
- Specialist Diploma (five years) with a GPA of 4.3 out of 5.0
- Dyplom Magistra (before 2006) with a GPA of 4.3 out of 5.0.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you will need to have completed one of the following:
- Dyplom Bakalavr (after 2007) with 70% overall
- Specialist Diploma (five years) with a GPA of 4.0 out of 5.0
- Dyplom Magistra (before 2006) with a GPA of 4.0 out of 5.0.
For courses that require a UK first, you will need to have completed one of the following:
- Dyplom Bakalavr (after 2007) with 90% overall
- Specialist Diploma (five years) with a GPA of 4.6 out of 5.0
- Dyplom Magistra (before 2006) with a GPA of 4.6 out of 5.0.
Please note that Dyplom Bakalavr (before 2007) is not suitable for entry.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0, or 80% overall.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 2.5 out of 4.0, or 75% overall.
For courses that require a UK first-class degree to be eligible for a scholarship, you must achieve a GPA of 3.5 out of 4.0 overall, or 85% overall.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 3.2 out of 4.0.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 2.8 out of 4.0.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 7.0 or 7.5 out of 10.0 overall, depending on the institution at which you studied.
For courses that require a 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 6.5 or 7.0 out of 10.0 overall, depending on the institution at which you studied.
For courses that require a UK first-class degree to be eligible for a scholarship, you must achieve a GPA of 7.5 or 8.0 out of 10.0 overall, depending on the institution at which you studied.
For direct entry these range from a 2:1 to a 2:2 UK honours degree. Our Pre-Masters programme offers another route into Surrey for specific programmes.
- For courses that require a 2:1 you would need 12/20 in a relevant bachelors degree.
- For courses that require a 2:2 you would need 11/20 in a relevant bachelors degree.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a GPA of 2.8 out of 4.0.
For courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a GPA of 3.2 out of 4.0.
For courses that require a UK first-class degree to be eligible for a scholarship, you must achieve a GPA of 3.6 out of 4.0.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you must achieve a 2:1 honours (second class, upper division) Bachelor’s degree from a recognised institution.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you must achieve a 2:2 honours (second class, lower division) Bachelor’s degree from a recognised institution.
To apply for one of our postgraduate courses that require a UK 2:1, you would need 12/20 in a relevant bachelors degree.
For courses that require a UK 2:2, you would need 11/20 in a relevant bachelors degree.
English language requirements
IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall with 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in each other element.
These are the English language qualifications and levels that we can accept.
If you do not currently meet the level required for your programme, we offer intensive pre-sessional English language courses, designed to take you to the level of English ability and skill required for your studies here.
Credit transfer
The University of Surrey recognises that many students enter their higher education course with valuable knowledge and skills developed through a range of professional, vocational and community contexts. If your experience exceeds the typical requirements for entry to the programme, a process called recognition of prior learning (RPL) may allow you to enter your course at a point appropriate to your previous learning and experience.
If you can demonstrate that you have met the learning outcomes for specific modules through your previous learning, it may be possible to exempt you from those modules, and for you to be awarded credit based on your previous qualifications/experience. There are restrictions on RPL for some courses and fees may be payable for certain claims.
In some cases, prior knowledge and skills may allow applicants to join the start of a course without meeting the formal entry requirements.
Please see our credit transfer and recognition of prior learning guide (PDF) and recognition of prior learning and prior credit web page for further information. Please email Admissions (admissions@surrey.ac.uk) with any queries.
Fees per year
Start date: February 2024
Full-time - 1 year
- UK
- £10,900
- Overseas
- £23,900
Part-time - 5 years
- UK
- £1,200*
- Overseas
- £2,700*
Distance-learning - 5 years
- UK
- £1,200*
- Overseas
- £2,700*
Start date: September 2024
Full-time - 1 year
- UK
- £11,900
- Overseas
- £26,000
Part-time - 5 years
- UK
- £1,300*
- Overseas
- £2,800*
Distance-learning - 5 years
- UK
- £1,300*
- Overseas
- £2,800*
- For the unstructured self-paced part-time course, the fee shown above is per 15 credits for the 2024-25 academic year
- The dissertation module is charged as a 15-credit module for fee purposes
- These fees apply to students commencing study in the academic year 2024-25 only. Fees for new starters are reviewed annually
- Annual fees will increase by 4% for each subsequent year of study, rounded up to the nearest £100, subject to any overriding applicable legislative requirements.
Payment schedule
- Students in receipt of a tuition fee loan: Will have their fees paid by the Student Loans Company in line with their schedule
- International students, or UK/EU students who have not taken out a tuition fee loan: Are required to pay their fees either in full at the beginning of the programme or in two instalments as follows:
- 50% payable 10 days after the invoice date (expected to be early October of each academic year)
- 50% in January of the same academic year.
The exact date(s) will be detailed on invoices. Students on certain part-time programmes, where fees are paid on a modular or stage basis, are not eligible to pay their fees by instalment.
- If you are sponsored: You will provide us with valid sponsorship information that covers the period of your study.
Additional costs
Trip (Including overseas travel and accommodation): £500 - additional cost for European Study Tour module only; further additional costs may be applicable for some meals and if a visa is required.
Funding
You may be able to borrow money to help pay your tuition fees and support you with your living costs. Find out more about postgraduate student finance.
Scholarships and bursaries
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Course | Status |
|---|---|
Water and Environmental Engineering MSc Full-time, 12 months, February 2024 | Applications open Closing date: Friday 15 December 2023 |
Please note that we may have to close applications before the stated deadline if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. We advise you to submit your application as soon as it is ready. | |
Water and Environmental Engineering MSc Part-time, 60 months, February 2024 | Applications open Closing date: Friday 15 December 2023 |
Please note that we may have to close applications before the stated deadline if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. We advise you to submit your application as soon as it is ready. | |
Water and Environmental Engineering MSc Distance-learning, 60 months, February 2024 | Applications open Closing date: Friday 15 December 2023 |
Please note that we may have to close applications before the stated deadline if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. We advise you to submit your application as soon as it is ready. | |
Water and Environmental Engineering MSc Full-time, 12 months, September 2024 | Applications open Closing date: Monday 1 July 2024 |
Please note that we may have to close applications before the stated deadline if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. We advise you to submit your application as soon as it is ready. | |
Water and Environmental Engineering MSc Part-time, 60 months, September 2024 | Applications open Closing date: Monday 1 July 2024 |
Please note that we may have to close applications before the stated deadline if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. We advise you to submit your application as soon as it is ready. | |
Water and Environmental Engineering MSc Distance-learning, 60 months, September 2024 | Applications open Closing date: Monday 1 July 2024 |
Please note that we may have to close applications before the stated deadline if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. We advise you to submit your application as soon as it is ready. | |
Admission information
Our code of practice for postgraduate admissions policy provides the basis for admissions practice across the University and gives a framework for how we encourage, consider applications and admit students. You can also read our postgraduate applicant guidance.
Terms and conditions
When you accept an offer of a place at the University of Surrey, you are agreeing to comply with our Charter, Statutes, Ordinances, Policies, Regulations and our terms and conditions. These terms and conditions are provided in two stages: first when we make an offer and second when students who have accepted their offers register to study at the University. View our offer terms and conditions and our registration terms and conditions (PDF) for the 2023/24 academic year, as an example of what to expect.
Please note: the offer terms and conditions and registration terms and conditions which you will be asked to agree to may be different from those detailed in the examples.
Our offer terms and conditions will generally be available in the September of the calendar year prior to the year in which you begin your studies. Our registration terms and conditions will be available at the start of each academic year and will vary to take into account specifics of your course and changes for the specific academic year.
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