Master Sciences De L'Eau

Aix-Marseille University is the largest multidisciplinary French-speaking university, hosting 80,000 students and 8,000 staff across five large campuses. It is a research-intensive institution known for its international outlook and commitment to academic excellence.

Aix-Marseille Universite, at its Marseille Cedex 3 site in France, offers the Master Sciences De L'Eau (Water Sciences), a program within the discipline of environmental and earth sciences focused specifically on water resources. This field studies the physical, chemical, and biological properties of water systems, covering hydrology, water quality, and the management of water resources for human use and ecosystem protection. Typical subjects include surface and groundwater hydrology, water treatment and quality analysis, watershed management, and the regulatory frameworks governing water use and protection. Students learn to measure and model water flow and quality, assess the impact of human activity on water resources, and evaluate approaches to managing water supply, sanitation, and aquatic ecosystems. The discipline draws on hydrology, chemistry, and environmental engineering, giving students the technical grounding needed to address water-related challenges in both natural and engineered systems. Graduates typically pursue careers as water resource managers, environmental engineers, hydrologists, or water-quality analysts, working for water utilities, environmental agencies, consultancies, or research organizations. Others contribute to watershed planning or infrastructure projects related to water supply and treatment. This is a master's-level program for students who already hold a degree in earth science, environmental science, or engineering. It runs for two years and is positioned to begin in September, with annual tuition of 250 EUR. Since instruction is delivered in French, students should be prepared to study technical and scientific material about water systems in that language throughout their studies.