PAUWES's policy master's in water: the same water-management foundation as the engineering track, open to graduates from business, economics, law, social sciences, management and political science as well as science, taught in English at the University of Tlemcen and fully funded by African Union scholarships.
Key facts
Duration
24 months (2 years)
Language
English
Format
Full-time
Intake
September–October
Application deadline
AY2026-27 call ran 15 Nov–15 Dec 2025 (closed); the AY2027-28 call was not yet published as of Sep 2026 — check pau-au.africa around November
No tuition is charged: PAUWES states it offers full African Union scholarships (tuition and living expenses) to all successful applicants (pau-au.africa admission requirements, checked Sep 2026).
Curriculum modules
Water policy and governance — Water management in a sustainable-development frame (page-level description; PAUWES does not publish a course list).
Water resources for the agricultural and industrial sectors — Exploiting and conserving water resources.
Master thesis — Research project in the final semester of the two-year programme.
Admission requirements
Undergraduate degree with top-level grades (at least a second class upper division or equivalent)
Background in science related to water, or in business, economics, law, social sciences, management or political science
Strong command of English (French is an asset)
Age limit: 30 for men, 35 for women; medical clearance required
Open to citizens of African Union member states; full AU scholarships (tuition and living expenses) for all successful applicants
Career destinations
Water Policy Analyst — Ministries & river-basin bodies
Programme Officer — AU bodies & development organisations
Fees and deadlines change every year: always confirm them on the official page before applying.
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