Master’s programme Continental Water Sustainability (CWS)

a new graduate-level programme dedicated to understanding and addressing the challenges of sustainable management of continental socio-hydrosystems (rivers, lakes, wetlands, etc.).

Fully taught in English, this two-year programme leads to the award of a double degree, jointly delivered by the University of Strasbourg (co-accredited with ENGEES) and the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT). The programme is embedded in the cross-border academic environment of the EUCOR – The European Campus network, fostering scientific and institutional cooperation in the Upper Rhine region.

The CWS Master’s programme is distinguished by several key features:

• genuine transdisciplinarity, combining natural sciences, engineering, and social sciences, with direct integration of stakeholders and end users;
• problem- and project-oriented learning from the very beginning of the curriculum;
• a Franco-German double degree;
• collaboration with UNESCO's Youth Programme in Ecohydrology (within the framework of the International Hydrological Programme) and taking place under the auspices of the UNESCO Chair, ensuring strong international recognition;
• a holistic approach inspired by nexialism, aimed at training professionals capable of articulating knowledge from different disciplines to address complex water management challenges.

A detailed presentation of the programme is available at the following address:
https://switch.unistra.fr/formation/master-cws/ <select "EN" for english>

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We would be very grateful if you would consider sharing this information with colleagues or students who may be interested in this programme.

Please do not hesitate to contact us should you require any further information.

Yours sincerely,

Karl Matthias Wantzen (Scientific Director)

Véronique Marchant (Coordinator)

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University of Strasbourg & KIT launch a new international Master programme

In response to the growing challenges of water governance, ecological restoration and socio-environmental conflicts, the University of Strasbourg (with ENGEES) and the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) are jointly launching the Master in Continental Water Sustainability (CWS).

This 2-year, fully English-taught programme is designed to train future professionals capable of working across disciplines and engaging with real-world stakeholders, through a genuinely transdisciplinary and problem-oriented approach from the outset.

The programme leads to a double degree and benefits from UNESCO support, reflecting its international ambition and academic excellence.

Programme details: https://switch.unistra.fr/formation/master-cws/

Key dates and application platforms

• At the University of Strasbourg (Unistra)
  European applicants: 17 February – 16 March 2026
  Platform: MonMaster

  Non-European Union applicants: December to January, depending on the country
  Platform: Études en France (Campus France)
   

• At KIT
  Online application deadline:31 May
  Platform:KIT application portal

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