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World History of Water Management

This course draws upon historical experiences from all continents, and experts from IWHA within the framework of cooperation among the International Water History Association, UNESCO-IHP, and UNESCO-IHE. 

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2017

For whom?

Participants are invited from the different involved disciplines in water management and flood protection, i.e. staff of the ministries in charge of water management, of water-boards, of universities and colleges, of research institutes, of consultants and contractors and of agencies. The course will be held in English. 

Dates, Fee, ECTS

Start: 31 July 2017
End: 04 August 2017
Deadline IHE application: 30 June 2017 - 23.59 (CET)
Course fee: € 925

Learning objectives

Upon completion, the participant should be able to:

  1. Have a comprehensive overview of archaeological and historical developments in water management including water harvesting, water supply, transportation, delivery, treatment, hydraulic engineering and allocation;
  2. Have an appreciation of the role of cultural dynamics involved in managing water resources, especially at times of perceived water scarcity.

Additional information

The tuition fee for the short course does not include (hotel) accommodation. UNESCO-IHE student hostel accommodation might be available. Students can obtain a reduction upon request. The course can be accredited according the standards of the European Credit Transfer System. For further information and registration, please download the course brochure.