Soil and Water Engineering

In 2004, the MPhil Soil and Water Engineering programme was commenced to train high-level manpower in applied research and extension in engineering for agriculture.

Aim

The programme aims to develop students’ technical knowledge and skills by giving professional and academic training in the broad areas of Soil and Water Engineering which include rural water and sanitation, soil tillage, design of irrigation and drainage systems, and soil-plant-water relations.

Objectives

• Provide training in Soil and Water Engineering to meet the demands of agriculture, industry, and rural development.

• Equip students with knowledge in rural water and sanitation, irrigation and drainage systems

• Prepare students for employment in areas related to soil and water engineering

Duration

The duration of the MPhil Soil and Water Engineering programme shall be four (4) semesters consisting of two (2) semesters of taught courses and two (2) semesters of research project and thesis.

Entry Requirement

Candidates with First Class, Second Class Upper and Second Class Lower degrees in Agriculture, Environmental and Engineering or related programmes from a recognised university may gain admission into the MPhil programme.

General Requirements

i. BSc Agricultural Engineering with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division and relevant working experience.

ii. BTech. Agricultural Engineering with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division and relevant working experience.

iii. BSc in any allied discipline with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division and relevant working experience.

iv. Candidates may be required to attend and pass a selection interview