Career prospects

Curious about your career opportunities after graduation? We’ll tell you more about the options in the non-academic and academic field. Or check out the videos to get an idea of what a career after studying Water Management for Climate Adaptation can look like!

Non-academic careers

After graduating you have plenty of job options in the non-academic field. With your technical skills and broad knowledge of water management you can start in various junior positions to kick start your career, but are quickly expected to move into senior roles. Potential organisations vary from consultancy firms, utility companies, NGOs to governmental organisations and provincial administrations. For example, become a Project Engineer Water Management and advise local governments and waterboards on hydrology and water related issues. Or work as a (international) researcher and get your hands dirty in the field; take samples, do lab work and write the most clear reports.

Academic careers

You can also pursue a PhD in the Netherlands or abroad and build a career in research. The program is closely connected to research groups in the Copernicus Institute for Sustainable Development and the Department of Physical Geography, keeping you up to date with the latest scientific developments. Thanks to strong ties to key industry players, many research projects are funded by external partners.