About Program
It is only possible to enable economic development, environmental protection and access to safe water by providing water with adequate quality and quantity. Institutional arrangements on water allocation and scientific research on water management are essential for sustainable water policies. The proposed inter-disciplinary Master of Science Program (with thesis) on “Water Policy and Security” aims to develop the theoretical and practical aspects of water management and policies. The most important contribution of the Programme will be the availability of synthesized information gained from research results and data in various disciplines for the public and private sector decision and policy-makers. Water Policy and Security graduate program, will focus on engaging social sciences, natural sciences, legal institutions and stakeholders and provide them synthesized and analyzed knowledge.
Goals
The objective of the proposed programme is to train students with necessary information and knowledge in order to contribute to sustainable water management and policies. The programme aims to bring together research teams from various disciplines, conduct interdisciplinary research and build up partnerships among policy makers, water professionals, academicians and students. The proposed program, also aims to educate future leaders on water policies and security issues and target to meet the needs of Turkish institutes human resources. The program also aims to educate students with an interdisciplinary approach on local, regional, national and international dimensions of water management issues and provide innovative solutions and implementation skills.
Summary of Program Outcomes
Theoretical and practical knowledge to contibute to water management at local, regional and global level To learn the scientific, legal and political dimensions of development, allocation and management of water resources Gain a realistic understanding and critical point of view on issues related to development, consumption and access to water resources in line with sustainability and equity approach Gain the expertise on water policies, that is heavily needed in Turkey Gain skills on strategic, managerial and technical aspects on water policy and security Understand the governance and institutional framework that forms the basis of water management and policy Gain knowledge and experience on tackling global water policy issues and defend Turkey’s water policies.