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MA/MS in Water And Geological Risk Engineering

Università degli Studi di Padova

Padova, Padua, Italy•QS 2026 #233 =

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At Università degli Studi di Padova in Padova, Italy, MA/MS in Water And Geological Risk Engineering is offered as a master's degree in Environmental Engineering programme. The programme runs for 2 years, delivered on campus. It carries 120.0 credits (ECTS).

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree
Field: Environmental Engineering
Duration: 2 years
Delivery: On Campus
Credits: 120.0 (ECTS)

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Last checked October 2026 · Source: unipd.it ·

Program details

Overview

The two-year master's course in English trains engineers to analyse, monitor and reduce risks from hydrological and geological hazards, including floods, landslides, debris flows and droughts. Teaching models the geological, hydrological and agro-forestry systems that govern water and terrain, from national to global scale, under climate change. Coursework combines civil engineering, geological and agro-forestry sciences, elective exams, language credits and a final thesis. The award is the Laurea Magistrale, a second-cycle degree of 120 credits. Graduates can work as independent professionals or as senior technical staff in public or private bodies that handle territorial planning and water resources.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Open access (accesso libero)

About Università degli Studi di Padova

“Universa Universis Patavina Libertas”

Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1222
Students: 70,000
QS rank: #233 =
Programs: 231
Location: Padova, Padua, Italy
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does MA/MS in Water And Geological Risk Engineering award?

Università degli Studi di Padova awards a Master's Degree in the field of Environmental Engineering on completion of this programme.

How long does MA/MS in Water And Geological Risk Engineering take?

The programme runs for 2 years.

Can MA/MS in Water And Geological Risk Engineering be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at Università degli Studi di Padova.

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