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    Master River Delta Development full-time

    Do you want to play an important role in shaping our deltas? Are you excited to come up with solutions to one of the biggest problems of this century? Then this master is the perfect program for you!

    Shape the future of river deltas
    River deltas are home to millions of people and are vital to nature, food production and the global economy. However, climate change, rising sea levels and population growth are increasing challenges such as flooding, land subsidence and groundwater salinisation. This Master’s programme prepares you to develop sustainable solutions that balance nature, technology and society.

    Become a ‘facilitator of change’
    As a ‘facilitator of change’, you will learn to develop and implement sustainable solutions that enable people and nature to live in harmony with water. You will consider the needs of different stakeholders to create widely supported, long-term solutions.

    Work on real-world challenges in living labs
    Combine your knowledge of delta systems with practical experience in living labs. You will work with communities, businesses and policymakers on real challenges, such as designing climate-resilient shorelines while considering technology, costs, risks and local needs.

    Study at three universities of applied sciences
    This English-taught Master’s programme combines the expertise of three universities of applied sciences:

    • HZ University of Applied Sciences (coastal areas)
    • Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences (river systems)
    • Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences (urban water management)

    Studying at different locations will broaden your knowledge of delta regions and help you build a valuable professional network.

    Your career after the Master’s programme
    After graduation, you can work for international organisations, consultancy firms, government agencies or NGOs. Whether you become an urban planner, sustainability adviser or researcher, you will have the expertise to contribute to resilient and future-proof deltas worldwide.

    Please note

    Applications for the 2026/2027 academic year have closed. Applications for the 2027/2028 academic year will open in October 2026.

    Location

    Where will you study?

    This master is a unique joint degree from three institutes of higher education with special expertise in water. During this masterprogram you will therefore study in three places. At HZ University of Applied Sciences in Middelburg you will learn everything about water in the coastal areas. At van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences in Velp you focus on river systems and at the Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences you will learn about urban water. Studying and working at these three locations increases your understanding of different delta areas and your network within the field. 

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