River Delta Development (joint degree)-Master at HZ University of Applied Sciences

What the program is

The River Delta Development (joint degree) Master’s prepares students to address challenges facing river deltas, including climate change, rising sea levels, overpopulation, flooding, subsidence, and groundwater salinisation. The programme focuses on connecting ecology, technology, and society and developing sustainable, long-term solutions with stakeholder involvement.

Study details and requirements

This Master of Science is taught in English and is delivered as a joint degree by HZ University of Applied Sciences, Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences, and Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences, allowing students to study in three locations in the Netherlands with expertise in coastal areas, river systems, and urban water. The source lists a duration of 4 years; ECTS information is not available. Language requirements include IELTS 6.0 overall, TOEFL 80 internet based, Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English 169, TOEIC 865, TOEIC 335, or Pearson Test of English Academic 61. Application requirements are not available. Tuition for 2026/2027 is €2,694 for EU/EEA students and €9,893 for Non-EU/EEA students.