Environmental Engineering and Management
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DepartmentFaculty of Environmental Engineering
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Program code6211EX034
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Field of studyEngineering
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QualificationMaster of Engineering Sciences
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Duration2
The programme is conducted in cooperation with Riga Technical University. Students have the opportunity to spend one semester in Riga, and upon completing at least 40% of their studies there, they receive master’s diplomas from both universities.
Fun fact
The programme is offered in a hybrid (synchronous) format: classes are held in person and streamed online in real time, while examinations take place at VILNIUS TECH.
Addressing global environmental challenges requires professionals who can design, implement, and manage effective and sustainable environmental protection solutions. Advances in digital technologies, material sciences, renewable energy, and other fields play an increasingly important role in achieving these goals. This programme equips students to apply such innovations in practice.
About
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The programme provides a comprehensive education that combines environmental engineering, management, and sustainable development. Students gain both theoretical and practical knowledge — from environmental legislation and policy to innovative technologies and applied environmental protection methods.
Graduates are prepared to become specialists and leaders capable of developing and implementing sustainable solutions that support balanced environmental, social, and economic growth.
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What will I be able to do?
Upon completion of the programme, graduates will be able to:
• Identify and analyse current and potential environmental issues using modern engineering tools and qualified analytical methods
• Scientifically assess global, regional, and local environmental challenges
• Evaluate environmental quality parameters and trends, and propose technical, technological, and management solutions in various environmental fields
• Determine and model environmental pollution using theoretical, computational, and experimental research methods
• Integrate environmental, economic, and social aspects into decision-making processes for sustainable development. -
What are my career opportunities?
Graduates are prepared for professional, managerial, and research positions in both public and private sectors, including:
• National environmental protection institutions, research centres, and universities
• Industrial, energy, and transport companies, as well as environmental and consulting organisations
• National and international environmental project teams as experts and coordinators
• Entrepreneurship in environmentally friendly and sustainable business ventures
• Doctoral studies in engineering sciences, specialising in environmental engineering.
Study subjects
1 Semester
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APAVM23102 12 credits
Anthropogenic Impact on the Environment and Technologies for its Reduction (with course project)
Module aim
To provide theoretical and practices knowledge of the impact of anthropogenic effects on air, water and soil pollution, to develop the ability to theoretically evaluate technological solutions for pollution reduction, to understand and be able to apply them in practice and to create innovative air, water and soil cleaning technologies. Prepare specialists who, thanks to the knowledge accumulated in this module, will be able to predict possible contamination, theoretically analyze processes during air, soil and water purification processes.
Module description
It is a set of theory and practice that helps to assess anthropogenic impact on environmental components (air, soil, water) and select technologies that would allow to reduce it. Anthropogenic change can be local and global, so it is very important to be able to evaluate it, understand its causes and possible consequences. The subject includes a broader understanding of air, water, soil and to understand the processes taking place in technological treatment plants.
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APAVM23104 6 credits
Environmental Politics, Law and Economics
Module aim
To enable students to understand the principles of environmental policy formation and the essence of the concept of sustainable economic development, to learn how to apply economic measures to achieve the goals of environmental policy.
Module description
The study subject teaches about the principles of environmental protection policy formation, the legal system, and the functions of international environmental protection law. The impact of economic instruments and the circular economy on economic development and the achievement of environmental political goals is analyzed. The effectiveness of the use of economic and administrative measures in environmental protection is evaluated.
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APAVM23103 6 credits
Climate Change and Adaptation
Module aim
To provide fundamental knowledge about the emission of greenhouse gases, to form students’ understanding of the reasons that influence the formation of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, to form the ability to theoretically evaluate the processes and factors that influence climate warming and change, and to be able to analyze, forecast and evaluate opportunities to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and cool the climate.
Module description
It is a set of analysis, assessment and forecast that helps to understand the nature of changes in the environment due to the release of greenhouse gases, their impact on the environment and humans, forecasting, accounting/invention and possible ways to reduce emissions and negative impacts. The change can be local or global, so it is very important to be able to predict it, evaluate it, understand its causes and possible consequences, and take mitigation measures.
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APAVM23101 6 credits
Interdisciplinary Research Methods
Module aim
This course aims to provide students with a comprehensive foundation in research methodology, emphasising interdisciplinary approaches, and to develop the essential skills and knowledge needed to conduct effective and ethical research, including theoretical understanding, practical application, and the appropriate presentation of research findings.
Module description
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the methods required for interdisciplinary research. It covers topics such as the foundations of research, interdisciplinary research, the scientific method and its stages. Practical lectures introduce statistical methods used in the field of environmental engineering, search and evaluation of scientific literature in databases and the use of source management software. Through both theoretical and practical components, students will acquire the skills to navigate the complexities of interdisciplinary research, thereby enhancing their ability to conduct research independently.
2 Semester
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APAVM23203 9 credits
Advanced Environmental Management Systems (with course work)
Module aim
To provide knowledge about advanced environmental management systems, their development; to provide knowledge about the possibilities of implementing these systems, about the application of their methodologies and innovations in companies.
Module description
Advanced environmental management systems and their principles; cleaner production, environmental management and audit concepts and their implementation methodologies; application of advanced environmental management systems in companies; policies of government and financial institutions in implementing advanced environmental management systems and their future development prospects.
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APAVM17134 6 credits
Physical Pollution and Reduction Technology
Module aim
To provide knowledge about the conditions for the formation of noise, vibration, ionising and non-ionizing electromagnetic radiation. It introduces how to choose methods of physical pollution reduction and protection and acquire competences in evaluating their effectiveness and impact.
Module description
The study subject examines the sources of noise, vibration, ionising and non-ionizing electromagnetic radiation, their origin, and physical, technical and mathematical evaluation. Physical pollution reduction measures and applied technologies are introduced. The dispersion in the environment and its effects are examined. During the classes, one gets acquainted with modern methods of research and measurement and principles of dispersion modelling.
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APAVM23201 6 credits
Environmental Risk Assessment
Module aim
To provide students with the integrated knowledge and practical skills needed to identify, assess and manage environmental risks, fostering their ability to contribute to sustainable environmental practice and decision-making.
Module description
This course explores the principles and methodologies of environmental risk assessment, focusing on the identification and evaluation of potential hazards, exposure pathways, and their associated risks. Emphasis is placed on practical applications, case studies, and risk management strategies to prepare students for addressing contemporary environmental challenges.
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APAVM23202 6 credits
Sustainable Waste Management
Module aim
By providing theoretical and practical knowledge about waste management activities, global practises, and management priorities, to enable students to apply the principles of integrated waste management in practise, to evaluate the economic and social aspects of waste management.
Module description
The subject of the study provides knowledge about waste management activities, waste types, composition and properties, legal regulation of waste management, and priorities in the waste management sector. The main focus is on waste prevention and sustainable waste management: waste collection and transport systems and principles of their optimisation, as well as sustainable waste treatment and use.
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APAVM17142 3 credits
Research Work 1
Module aim
To learn how to identify situations and problems in environmental protection, to develop the ability to collect, analyse, and systematise literature, to find and evaluate the main points of interest in the literature, and to know how and where to find literature on the topic of a research paper. To be able to carry out a review of literature from different countries, to analyse it comprehensively, to systematise it, to highlight points relevant to the topic of the thesis, to formulate conclusions and to provide guidelines for further research.
Module description
The discussion and specification of the research topic with your supervisor. Familiarisation with the subject/topic of the research work. Detailed review, analysis, and evaluation of the scientific literature. Formulation of the research paper: problem, relevance, aim, objectives, novelty, and practical significance. Formulation of the research hypothesis, taking into account the theoretical background and practical aspects. Compilation of the literature used. Conclusions of the literature review chapter, formation of further research directions. Development of research methodologies, discussion with the supervisor. Preparation for the conduct of research.
3 Semester
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APAVM23302 9 credits
Environmental Process Modelling and Data Analysis
Module aim
To prepare a Master in Environmental Engineering with knowledge of mathematical models use in the analysis of environmental processes, ability to solve environmental problems by applying theoretical models, mathematical analysis, computational modelling and ability to apply information technologies for environmental processes analysis and prediction.
Module description
The study subject provides knowledge about concepts of mathematical models, possibilities of application of modelling in environmental protection, types of data (input, output), methods of data analysis, classification of models, their purposes, goals and applications, most important factors in the models of dispersion of various pollutants, spatial discretization, construction of a calculation grid and its modification, graphical analysis of results, calibration of models and assessment of their validity.
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APAVM23301 9 credits
Life Cycle Assessment and Ecodesign (with coursework)
Module aim
Learn about the life cycle assessment. To understand why it is necessary for the product life cycle assessment. Know what kind of evaluation methodologies and valuation models can be used to analyze systems and models of development schemes to carry out the evaluation of results. Having acquired knowledge and practical skills to be able to independently perform tasks.
To deepen and to improve knowledge about special purpose eco-products, its research and evaluation. To understand of modern eco-products industry technologies evaluation methods. To learn analyzing, planning, modeling and evaluating of global, regional and local purpose eco-products. To obtain scientific research skills, applying the requirements of Ecodesign Directive.Module description
Study includes knowledge about the life cycle assessment, the legislative history, its evolution. It sets out a life cycle assessment objectives and scope. Discusses the life cycle stages of the evaluation and the methods used, the analysis of the different economic sectors in the components and their relationships. Practical exercises, familiarization with the energy and mass balance and the adaptation of the life cycle assessment. Life cycle assessment of risk indicators for the assessment and interpretation of results. Discusses the system dynamic model and its application to the life cycle assessment.
Students of the ecological design lectures examine how the current editions of the legislation governing ecological design are applied to organic products produced in the EU and other countries. Teamwork is aimed at creating and presenting an ecological product. The application of exemplary experience is aimed at possible improvement methods, processes, technologies on the market. Interdisciplinarity skills are developed in the process of ecological product evaluation and development, seeking to improve the prototypes obtained in the process of ecological design. -
APAVM20101 6 credits
Research Work 2
Module aim
To learn to perform the experimental analysis: preparation of the experimental analysis methodology, in which should be described the analysed object, environmental meteorological conditions, measurement recommendations and their graphics, necessary equipment and devices. Ability to formulate the stages of the experimental research, to perform experimental research, to prepare graphics and diagrams, describe the obtained results, to make the conclusions and formulate the recommendations.
Module description
After literature review and generation of the final aims and objectives the experimental methodology is made, in which is described the experimental object, its parameters, environmental object parameters, foreseen the equipment and devices necessary for research work. Before that it is necessary to introduce with the constructions of the devices, with their working and measuring principles. The needed material is chosen. The environmental parameters are evaluated, which are necessary to be evaluated for experimental analysis. After experimental analysis the graphs or diagrams are drawn, the description of them and the obtained results comparison with other similar researches is performed.
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APAVM23304 3 credits
Renewable Energy Systems and Sustainability
Module aim
To prepare specialists who are able to absorb and understand the application possibilities of renewable energy systems, their importance and sustainability.
Module description
Renewable energy systems and sustainability help solve many of today’s economic, social, environmental and political problems. From a historical overview of the evolution of the world’s energy systems, the principles of their use to future perspectives and sustainability, this subject will analyze the planning of advanced renewable energy systems, their integration into engineering systems and their assessment, and their impact on society and the environment.
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APAVM23305 3 credits
Sustainable Development and Corporate Social Responsibility
Module aim
The participants of this course will acquire the knowledge, understanding and abilities necessary to correctly identify the factors that determine sustainable development, successfully integrate the principles of sustainable development in various types of organisations, and effectively assess and measure an organisation’s sustainable development.
Module description
This course provides a comprehensive understanding of the concepts and tools used to measure and evaluate sustainable development in an organisational context. During the course, the factors determining sustainable development will be analysed, and key performance indicators (KPIs) will be identified to help evaluate and measure the results of the organisation’s sustainable development in economic, environmental, and social environments. Through case studies and practical tasks, participants will deepen their knowledge in treating sustainable development as a set of solutions that require a complex vision. It will examine the accountability of organisations in sustainable development and the management and evaluation of investments in sustainable development as prerequisites for the organisation’s added value. The course will also analyse organisations’ challenges and opportunities in implementing sustainable development practices. The study subject provides prerequisites for the ability to analytically evaluate and analyse sustainable development results through the prism of organisational finance.
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APAVM23303 3 credits
Neutral to Climate Cities
Module aim
To provide fundamental knowledge of the influence of anthropogenic impact in cities on air, water and soil pollution, to develop the ability to theoretically evaluate technological solutions for pollution reduction, to understand and be able to apply them in practice. To prepare specialists who, thanks to the knowledge accumulated in this module, will be able to predict possible pollution, and to choose modern engineering solutions and measures to reduce climate change in cities.
Module description
It is a set of theory and practice that helps to assess the impact of cities on environmental components (air, soil, water) and to select technologies that would allow to reduce it and make cities neutral to climate change. Urban change can be local and global, so it is very important to be able to evaluate it, understand its causes and possible consequences. The subject also includes a broader understanding of the application of modern engineering solutions and legal economic measures application in cities to mitigate climate change.
4 Semester
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APAVM17151 30 credits
Master Final Thesis
Module aim
To provide the student with the ability to apply the principles and methodologies learnt during the studies, to analyse the data obtained during the research, to apply mathematical models, to process the obtained results, to interpret and graphically represent them, to apply modelling programs, to formulate conclusions and recommendations based on the research results, and to effectively present the research in the defence of the final paper.
Module description
In this course, final year Master’s students will conduct experimental research, use advanced analytical tools and statistical methods to process and interpret the collected data, graphically display the results, and formulate conclusions and recommendations based on the results of their scientific research. Throughout their work, they will integrate interdisciplinary perspectives in order to propose holistic and feasible strategies to address environmental problems, contributing to sustainable environmental development and resource management. Present the results of the research in a comprehensive and well-structured final thesis. Effectively present their research methodology, results, and conclusions to an academic audience.
Statistics
| Metric | Value |
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| Enrolled students | 7 |
| Enrolled to FT | 7 |
| Min FT grade | 8.7 |