Master in Wastewater Engineering

Universidade Nova de Lisboa offers a Master's degree in Wastewater Engineering. This programme focuses on designing, dimensioning, and critically analyzing wastewater treatment engineering. Students learn about operations and processes for wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs).

The curriculum covers compact, decentralized, and intensive systems. It also includes knowledge on waste reuse, liquid and solid phase treatment, and gas phase treatment. Students will study managing waste from WWTPs and recovering energy or other resources. Reuse is a key focus due to water scarcity and climate change.

The programme addresses energy aspects like savings and production. This is important as the water treatment sector uses significant electricity. The course supports the goal of carbon neutrality. Skills gained prepare students for professional roles in design, operations, or research.

Universidade Nova de Lisboa, also known as NOVA, is located in Portugal. It is a public university. NOVA offers a Pre-University Programme called SUPERNOVA. This programme is designed for international students. It helps them prepare for higher education in Europe. The programme provides academic skills for bachelor's degrees. It also offers access to NOVA or its partner universities.

The university is known for its global and civic mission. It aims to serve society through excellent teaching and research. NOVA is committed to a strong sense of community. It respects human rights and values honesty and integrity. The university also emphasizes public service and inclusion. NOVA is part of the EUTOPIA alliance. This alliance connects ten European universities with shared values.