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Masters Degree in Environmental Engineering

It is branch of engineering that merges physical and environmental sciences with technological sciences of engineering. The professionals of this field are dedicated to the prevention and identification of environmental impacts, to the application of technological solutions to mitigate them, and to boost the sustainable development of industries and societies.

Promote excellence in qualification in core aspects of environmental engineering, including the abilities to design and implement prevention, intervention or rehabilitation technologies to mitigate or eliminate the pollution effects, as well as to reduce the use of natural resources, in order to minimize the negative impacts of human activities in the environment.

Through a wide-range education in the scientifical and technological aspects of environmental engineering, M.EA ensures the deepening of knowledge in the core aspects of this field.

Type of Course
Masters Degree
Duration
4 Semesters / 120.0 ECTS
Vacancies
42
Language
Portuguese - Suitable for English - speaking students
Tuition Fee (Full Tuition Fee)
Nacional/EU: 1500.00€
International: 6000.00€
CPLP International: 3300.00€

All the information presented relates to 2024/2025

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Objectives

Objectives

  • To develop the ability to design, implement and operate prevention, intervention and rehabilitation technologies that aim to mitigate or eliminate the negative impacts of human activities in the environment.  
  • To develop expertise in the use of decision support tools, namely the ones used in environmental and business management.

This Master allows to:

  • Gain specialised knowledge in the design, development, and operation of environmental technologies, namely, gaseous, liquids or waste treatment plants, as well as soils rehabilitation.
  • Acquire the necessary knowledge aiming environmental monitoring and evaluation (e.g. environmental impact assessment and strategical environmental assessment)
  • Acquire integrated knowledge regarding environmental and business management to enable a joint assessment of the financial/economical aspects and of the environmental aspects as well as of the environmental law.

Complete Syllabus

Complete Syllabus

Specialisations and Career Paths

Specialisations and Career Paths

The graduates of this programme are ready to fully and immediately practice Environmental Engineering in industries, companies in different fields, as well as in municipal services and governmental agencies.

As Environmental Engineers, graduates are able to perform various assignments related to: environmental assessment and management, industrial ecology, water resources management; design and manage water treatment plants; design and manage solid waste treatment systems; rehabilitation of soils and aquifers; ecosystems management; climate change and air quality; acoustics and vibration; planning and land management; energy usage and it’s effects in the environment; environmental health and work safety.

Testimonials

Testimonials

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When I applied to the University I was already certain of my choice in relation to the environmental engineering study programme in what would become my second home in the coming years: FEUP! My brother's testimonial as an alumni of FEUP was very important in this choice, eventually exceeding my expectations and meeting the deserved prestige and merit that this Faculty has at national and international level.

The environment is characterized by a strong help among students of several years, promoting relevant events such as the Environment Forum, in which I have already joined the organizing committee, which aims to promote thestudy programmes, share experiences, address current issues and show opportunities for the future in the area of Environmental Engineering. Currently in the last year, It is with great pride that I am part of the team of monitors of the FEUP Project, since this curricular unit greatly contributes not only to the integration of 1st year students but also to the development of my own "soft skills" that go beyond scientific knowledge. Also the academic environment and practice allow an easy integration, in a very positive and healthy way.

FEUP is undoubtedly the right choice for those who aspire to study Engineering, not only because it provides us with the best conditions in terms of infrastructure, laboratories with high-level equipment, a specialized library, but also a demanding and high quality faculty.


If there are Faculties that provide us with opportunities for interaction with companies, FEUP is one of those. From initiatives such as FEUP CAREER FAIR, an employment fair that brings together national and international companies interested in disseminating their job offers or internships and recruiting students, recent graduates and FEUP alumni.

It is also to praise the various extracurricular activities that FEUP has, promoting personal and social development, factors so important for future Engineers.

In the last year about to complete my master's degree in Environmental Engineering, I can say with certainty that I regret my choice in no way.


Would you advise other students to study at FEUP? Certainly, not only for everything I have mentioned before, but also for the opportunities and doors that it opens to us!

Videos

Videos

Mariana Costa, Alumna

António Vilanova, Alumnus

Mobility Agreements

Mobility Agreements

The experience of international mobility offers the chance to explore knowledge from a different point of view, to immerse yourself in a different culture and to broaden horizons, crossing borders and thus reducing distances. In this sense, as FEUP considers the internationalisation of the curriculum and skills to be essential in today's society, it offers students various opportunities for international mobility.

In the Master's in Environmental Engineering, students can spend a semester in mobility, in the 2nd semester of the 1st year or in the 1st semester of the 2nd year, at a school with which there is an exchange agreement. It is also possible to spend an additional semester in mobility to complete the dissertation, with the defence taking place at FEUP.

See the Top 5 Higher Education Institutions where Environmental Engineering students undertake a period of outgoing mobility.

Netherlands
University of Twente 

University of Groningen

Belgium

Ghent University

Czech Republic

University of Chemistry and Technology, Prague

Italy

University of Padova

Partnerships with companies

Partnerships with companies

Within the scope of several curricular units, it is usual to invite personalities linked to the business sector and the public sector to foster students’ contact with non-academic environments.

In addition, students can carry out their dissertation in a business environment or in research laboratories – many of the works developed are integrated in research projects, with public or private funding. The research centers to which the professors are connected promote technology transfer projects with companies, which allows the assessment of the needs of the productive sector, and promote the presentation of topics for students’ dissertation. Companies often contact teachers to establish collaborations – ranging from consultancy to technology transfer. These projects may eventually involve students in the study cycle, and be the subject of dissertation topics (subject to the conditions of confidentiality).

Take a look at some of the institutions where our Environmental Engineering students have completed their dissertations or professional internships.

Fraunhofer Portugal

EFACEC

CORK SUPPLY

INESC TEC

IKEA

Continental

COLEP

Bosch

Employability

Employability

Employment Survey FEUP 2020/2021
relate to the graduates of MIEA from 2019/2020 (1st job after graduation); 74% of the graduates responded to the questionnaire.
How long until students find the first job opportunity

16% before finishing

73% less than six month after finishing
Correlation between job position and study area

59% fully related

41% partially related
First Job in Portugal/Abroad

83% Portugal

6% Abroad

Contacts

Contacts

Secretariat:

Célia Cerqueira
Tel.: 22 508 1673
E-mail: [email protected]

Study Programme Website

Registration and Accreditation

DGES

Registration n.ºR/A-Cr 43/2021 in Feb. 10, 2021

A3ES

Date of publication of the accreditation decision: Dec. 9, 2020

Validity of accreditation: 6 years

Information from A3ES
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