After graduation
There is great demand for experts in physical land resources and in water management to address the many challenges ahead of us. As such, this master's programme creates great opportunities for an exciting career, in which you can make a difference for society. From being involved in research at universities or research institutes; in policy making or education or in the private sector, in management or consultancy: the choice is all yours. Not sure what your next step should be? We’d be happy to help you.
What professions will it allow you to enter?
In this programme, you will acquire the know-how and skills needed to find an exciting job in fields like:
- Soil management
- Environment assessment
- Water management, including water supply and control
- Stability of taluds and excavations
- use of soil as construction material
- Coastal development
- Erosion and sediment transport
Whichever path you take, VUB and Ghent University will help you with your first steps on the job market, with workshops, networking events, job fairs and tips for job interviews. Exactly what you need as an ambitious student!
Are you aware that VUB sometimes looks for sustainable land and groundwater managers?
That's right! You can build an exciting and meaningful career as a sustainable land manager or urban land engineers here at your alma mater. As a large organisation we look for very diverse profiles.
Join our community of former students
On graduation from VUB you become part of a unique network of 75,000 former students (known as alumni) who are ready to build a better future. We exchange as many experiences, ideas and other forms of knowledge as possible to stand stronger together in our jobs, our lives and the world outside.
So, besides strengthening your position on the labour market, a VUB diploma gives you a network you can build on to realise your professional ambitions and make a difference in the world. Do you need more reasons? We list more below for you.
... it's worth it!
- Benefits on and off campus - A BasicFit annual subscription at half the price, student rates in the Resto... : being a former student pays off with a digital alumni pass.
- Help with job applications - It is sometimes hard for young alumni to find their way on the labour market. We help you get off to a flying start.
- Networking - Join your faculty or study-programme alumni association and keep up to date with the latest networking events and developments in your field.
- Career inspiration - Are you looking for a job that matches your passions? Read the career stories and tips of former students and discover the possibilities per diploma.
- Our continuing education - Society and the labour market are constantly on the move. Our continuing education courses keep your knowledge and skills relevant. For a lifetime.