Meet Dafydd
Hydrology and Water Management MSc
Hi, I’m Dafydd from Wales, and I’m a Master’s student studying an MSc in Hydrology and Water Management in the School of Engineering.
The course is open to graduates from a range of environmental fields, so you do not need an engineering degree. This was key for me as my undergraduate degree is in geography.
Why I chose my course at Newcastle University
I was really happy that the course had many practical elements like coding and modelling. I’ve learnt how to use calculus and fluid mechanics and analyse and visualise data using Python. I’ve also learnt lots of new skills such as hydrological modelling, flooding, river basin management, hydraulics, and GIS.
The assignments are always engaging and really get you to apply what you have learnt from lectures and reading.
I know Newcastle have scored before receiving notifications on my phone because of the amazing atmosphere at St James' Park.
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