Environmental Engineering

What is taught in this field

The Environmental Engineering program provides technical knowledge related to nature protection and creating a safe environment for human life. Students study mathematics, physics, general and analytical chemistry, ecology, hydraulics, and heat engineering.

The main areas of the program include:

• analysis and monitoring of water and air quality;
• technologies for drinking water treatment and wastewater processing;
• methods of waste collection, sorting, and disposal;
• assessment of environmental risks and examination of environmental impact;
• skills in modern computer software and geographic information systems.

Practical classes are held in laboratories and during production internships, which helps connect theory with real situations.

Who the graduate becomes

Graduates can work as environmental engineers. They may hold the following positions:

• environmental engineer;
• environmental expert;
• engineer for water treatment and sewerage facilities;
• laboratory specialist in environmental analysis;
• waste management specialist;
• engineer for environmental projects.

Where you can work

In Uzbekistan, demand for environmental engineers exists in industry, water management, municipal services, and public administration. Graduates may find employment in the following organizations:

• nature protection and ecology authorities;
• water supply and sewerage services;
• enterprises of the mining and metallurgy, chemical, oil and gas, and food industries;
• construction and design organizations;
• environmental laboratories and monitoring centers;
• waste recycling enterprises.

Who it suits

This field suits applicants who are interested in nature, enjoy chemistry and mathematics, and pay attention to analysis and accuracy. If you want to contribute to improving the environment, like teamwork, and are interested in finding practical solutions to problems, this program may be a good fit for you. Before choosing, we recommend checking curricula and admission requirements on official university sources.