MSc by Research in Water Self-funded MSc by Research

This is an exciting opportunity for candidates who would like to complete an MSc by Research in any topic that fits within the broad remit of water and environmental management and WASH for which the expert supervisor/s within the centre are recognised.

Particular interests of the supervisors within the centre include, but are not limited to:
- Water and sanitation (WASH) in Low-Income Countries
- Nature Based Solutions for water resources and water treatment
- Integrated catchment management and modelling
- Agricultural water resource management
- Irrigation and drainage
- Climate change impacts, vulnerability and adaptation
- Advanced sensors for water quality, wastewater-based epidemiology and point-of-care diagnosis
- Environmental biotechnology
- Environmental pollution, water-soil-waste system modelling and remediation risk management

At Cranfield we place great importance on supervision and the relationship a student has with his or her supervisor. The relationship is intended to be a stimulating and fruitful partnership, in which the supervisor provides guidance on the nature of research and the standards expected, and the student develops as a competent researcher, fully utilising the wide range of resources available.

You will also benefit from:
- Seminars and Events: These include lunchtime research seminars from faculty and visiting academics, and the Doctoral Colloquia which is a forum for researchers to present research in a supportive environment.
- Publishing papers: we will support you in developing your publishing potential and we regularly organise writing workshops to support researchers in this important activity.

Entry Requirements:
Applicants should hold a degree within any S.T.E.A.M field (science, technology, engineering, the arts, and mathematics) or an equivalent international qualification or closely aligned discipline. Ideally, applicants should have suitable organisational experience. All cases will be reviewed on a 1-2-1 basis and online interviews (via Teams or Skype) will be expected.

Funding:
This is a self-funded research opportunity; students will need to cover their own tuition fees and living expenses.

Duration:
One year full-time, two to three years part-time.

Eligibility:
UK, EU, and Rest of World applicants are welcome.