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Applicant Information
The Master of Engineering Leadership in Integrated Water Management is not currently accepting applications.
Overview
The Master of Engineering Leadership (MEL) in Integrated Water Management is entering a period of reflection and evaluation. As of January 2025, the program is paused and not accepting applications. This pause marks a moment of thoughtful consideration on the future direction of the program, with an emphasis on ensuring its relevance and impact in the evolving field of water management. The pathway forward for the program remains under contemplation, with discussions ongoing about how best to adapt and possibly reshape its offerings to meet the current and future needs of the water management industries.
From its inception in 2016 through 2024, the MEL in Integrated Water Management has served as a groundbreaking professional degree aimed at engineers and technical leaders passionate about leading and innovating within the water management sectors. The program distinguished itself through a blend of advanced technical courses and strategic business education from the esteemed UBC Sauder’s Robert H. Lee Graduate School. This combination equipped students with the skills necessary to take on leadership roles in forward-thinking organizations.
The curriculum provided comprehensive coverage of critical topics in the field, including water treatment technologies, regulatory frameworks, water and wastewater management strategies, environmental fluid mechanics, and engineering hydrology, complemented by solid grounding in business strategy, innovation, operations, project management, and leadership.
Graduates of the program have:
- Enhanced their technical and analytical capabilities to effectively manage complex water systems.
- Completed significant capstone projects, deepening their understanding and expertise in specific areas of water management.
- Benefited from the insights and expertise of esteemed faculty and industry professionals.
- Built valuable professional networks through collaboration with fellow MEL students across various disciplines.
- Acquired essential business, project management, and interpersonal skills, positioning them to excel in leadership roles and confidently address the challenges of their fields.
As we contemplate the future of the Integrated Water Management program, we continue to celebrate the achievements of our alumni. Their successes serve as a testament to the program’s foundational strengths and the significant contributions they are making in the field of water management. We invite you to explore the accomplishments of our graduates, whose work continues to impact the industry and communities around the world.
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Tuition & Financial Support
Tuition
| Fees | Canadian Citizen / Permanent Resident / Refugee / Diplomat | International |
|---|---|---|
| Application Fee | $116.25 | $168.25 |
| Tuition * | ||
| Installments per year | 3 | 3 |
| Tuition per installment | $10,970.91 | $22,690.75 |
| Program Fee | $32,912.73 | $68,072.25 |
| Int. Tuition Award (ITA) per year (if eligible) | Not applicable | |
| Other Fees and Costs | ||
| Student Fees (yearly) | $1,144.10 (approx.) | |
| Costs of living | Estimate your costs of living with our interactive tool in order to start developing a financial plan for your graduate studies. | |
| Deposit to accept offer (if admitted) | ||
| Deposit requirement | $5000.00 | $5000.00 |
All fees for the year are subject to adjustment and UBC reserves the right to change any fees without notice at any time, including tuition and student fees. Tuition fees are reviewed annually by the UBC Board of Governors. In recent years, tuition increases have been 2% for continuing domestic students and between 2% and 5% for continuing international students. New students may see higher increases in tuition. Admitted students who defer their admission are subject to the potentially higher tuition fees for incoming students effective at the later program start date. In case of a discrepancy between this webpage and the UBC Calendar, the UBC Calendar entry will be held to be correct.
Financial Support
Applicants to UBC have access to a variety of funding options.
Employer support
Organizations may provide their employees with tuition benefits as part of an employment package to support lifelong learning of their workforce.
Scholarships & awards (merit-based funding)
Professional / course-based programs usually do not provide merit-based funding. Some programs may offer bursaries.
Financial aid (need-based funding)
Canadian and US applicants may qualify for governmental loans to finance their studies. Please review eligibility and types of loans.
All students may be able to access private sector or bank loans.
Foreign government scholarships
Many foreign governments provide support to their citizens in pursuing education abroad. International applicants should check the various governmental resources in their home country, such as the Department of Education, for available scholarships.
Working while studying
The possibility to pursue work to supplement income may depend on the demands the program has on students. It should be carefully weighed if work leads to prolonged program durations or whether work placements can be meaningfully embedded into a program.
International students enrolled as full-time students with a valid study permit can work on campus for unlimited hours and work off-campus for no more than 24 hours a week during academic sessions.
A good starting point to explore student jobs is the UBC Work Learn program or a Co-Op placement.
Tax credits and RRSP withdrawals
Students with taxable income in Canada may be able to claim federal or provincial tax credits.
Canadian residents with RRSP accounts may be able to use the Lifelong Learning Plan (LLP) which allows students to withdraw amounts from their registered retirement savings plan (RRSPs) to finance full-time training or education for themselves or their partner.
Please review Filing taxes in Canada on the student services website for more information.
Cost Estimator
Applicants have access to the cost estimator to develop a financial plan that takes into account various income sources and expenses.
Enrolment, Duration & Other Stats
These statistics show data for the Master of Engineering Leadership in Integrated Water Management (MEL). Data are separated for each degree program combination. You may view data for other degree options in the respective program profile.
ENROLMENT DATA
| 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Applications | 13 | 14 | 20 | 18 | 25 |
| Offers | 10 | 12 | 17 | 13 | 11 |
| New Enrolment | 1 | 7 | 6 | 7 | 8 |
| Total Enrolment | 7 | 9 | 10 | 8 | 2 |
Completion Rates & Times
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Further Information
Specialization
This hybrid program covers how to apply physical, chemical and biological unit operations and processes to water resources, while also increasing familiarity with regulatory and environmental frameworks.
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