Admission Requirements:

Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Science in Geology, Geology/Geophysics, or Geology/Chemistry from Egyptian universities (public, national, or private), or an equivalent degree from recognized Arab or international universities or institutes, in accordance with the general regulations. Additional admission requirements apply as per faculty bylaws.

Target Group:

Egyptians – International students

Credit Hours:

24 credit hours

Application Period:

At the beginning of the academic year

Program Duration:

One academic year

Program Advantages:

• Availability of academic and research expertise supporting the specialization within the department/faculty.

• The program is distinguished by keeping pace with modern scientific developments.

•Continuous updating of course content in line with the rapid developments in the field of hydrogeology, ensuring a direct link between program courses and labor market needs.

•Availability of modern infrastructure and technology.

•The program is a key axis for understanding different underground aquifers.

•The search for non-traditional water sources (such as groundwater) is an urgent necessity for national and regional water security in light of climate change and increasing drought severity, especially in the Middle East and Africa.

•Study of remote sensing techniques and Geographic Information Systems (GIS).

•The program directly serves land reclamation and urban expansion projects in desert areas that rely entirely on groundwater aquifers.

Skills Acquired by Program Graduates:

Availability of modern infrastructure and technology.

 First: The Strategic Importance of Water in Egypt:

•Groundwater is a vital resource supporting agricultural, urban, and industrial development plans, especially in light of limited surface water resources and climate change challenges.

•The program contributes to preparing specialized cadres capable of assessing, managing, and sustaining groundwater and surface water resources in a way that supports national water security.

Second: Study of Hydrological Risks:

• Such as floods and torrents. The program links academic outcomes with local and regional market needs in groundwater exploration and management.

Third: Integration of Theoretical and Practical Aspects:

•The program combines the study of groundwater flow principles, hydraulic properties of aquifers, and groundwater modeling with practical applications through field and laboratory experiments. This qualifies researchers for direct fieldwork in well drilling projects, pumping tests, and water quality assessment.

Fourth: Contribution to Environmental Protection and Sustainable Development:

•The program addresses groundwater pollution, saltwater intrusion, and overexploitation of aquifers, thereby contributing to scientific solutions for protecting water resources and ensuring their sustainability for future generations.

Fifth: Research and Academic Qualification

Contact Information:

Program/Faculty Website:

https://science.asu.edu.eg/

Email:

http://asugeologychairman@sci.asu.edu.eg