Diplom / Abschluss des Anbieters

Water and sanitation engineering (Watsan) from emergency towards development

Université de Neuchâtel UNINE
Neuchâtel (NE)
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Program overview

  • Type of course
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  • Degree
    Diplom / Abschluss des Anbieters "Certificate of Participation" issued by the Continuing Education Department, University of Neuchâtel (Centre for Hydrogeology and Geothermics) and International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC-Water and Habitat Unit).
  • Course language
    Englisch
  • Course format
    In-person instruction
  • Time commitment
    Short programme (< 200 hours or < 20 days), Alongside employment
  • Duration

    8 days training course.

What the program looks like

Identify, formulate and analyse issues of water supply, sanitation and public health. Plan, implement and monitor a water and sanitation emergency programs in the context of a humanitarian operation. Better understand the institutional context of a humanitarian situation and design an emergency response.

Admission

Engineers and scientists interested in a humanitarian engagement in the domain of water and sanitation. University or equivalent degree. Prior experience in the domains of water supply, wastewater treatment, health and/or sanitation is welcome. For more information on admission requirements, please visit the institution's website.

Costs

2500.- CHF. For more information on costs, please visit the institution's website.

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