M.Sc Hydrology is a postgraduate degree programme in the field of science. It is an advanced course that involves the study of the properties of water on the surface of the earth.
The two years M.Sc Hydrology degree programme involves the study of the natural distribution of water and assessment of the quality of water. A candidate enrolled in M.Sc Hydrology course studies about the surface and groundwater water as well as the quality and quantity of water.
The course is designed specifically to help candidates learn and understand the hydrological system, tools and techniques and planning and management of water resources. It is a career orienting oriented course that opens job opportunities in various fields.
Highlights
Following are the major highlights of M. Sc Hydrology degree programme:
Course Name | Master of Science (M.Sc) Hydrology |
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Eligibility | B.Sc Chemistry, B.Sc Physics, B.Sc Mathematics, B.Sc Environmental Science, B.Sc Geology etc |
Admission Process | Entrance Exam or Merit Basis |
Course Fees | Rs 1.00 Lakhs to 2.00 Lakhs |
Average Salary | Rs. 5,00,000 |
Job Roles |
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M.Sc Hydrology Eligibility Criteria
The academic qualifications to pursue M. Sc Hydrology degree programme are as follows:
Candidates who hold a bachelor degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, Water Management, Physics or equivalent are eligible to apply for M.Sc Hydrology course.
A minimum of 55% marks in the qualifying examination is referred for admission in M.Sc Hydrology course.
Admission Process
The institutes India that offers M. Sc Hydrology degree programme accepts admission on the basis of entrance exam or merit. Andhra University entrance exam for M.Sc Hydrology admission is AUCET.
Certain institutes also accept admission on merit basis. Candidates performance in the qualifying examination is also considered for admission in M. Sc Hydrology degree programme.
M.Sc Hydrology Syllabus
The semester wise syllabus of M.Sc Hydrology course is given below:
Year I
Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
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Geology I | Geology II |
Hydrometeorology and Water Balance | Mathematics |
Geohydrology | Basics of Computer Programming |
Surface Water I | Surface Water II |
Practicals | Practicals |
Year II
Semester 3 | Semester 4 |
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Optical Remote Sensing | Advances in Remote Sensing & GIS |
Hydrochemistry | Environmental Hydrology |
Hydrologic Modelling | Watershed Management |
Groundwater Geophysics | Well Hydraulics and Water Wells |
M.Sc Hydrology Career Options and Job Prospects
After passing an M.Sc Hydrology course, a candidate can choose any of the following job roles
Hydrologist
Conservation Scientist
Geoscientist
Environmental Engineer
Environmental Scientist
Lecturer/ Professor