HOD Name
Mr. Bendicto Ssajjabi Maseruka
Master of Science in Civil Engineering (Environmental Engineering option)
Email
water.eng@busitema.ac.ug
Message from Head of Department (HOD)
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Department's Vision
To be a leader in innovative and sustainable water resources engineering, advancing knowledge and solutions that ensure water security, environmental resilience, and social well-being in Uganda and beyond
Department's Mission
To educate and empower engineers with cutting-edge skills, innovative research, and sustainable solutions for managing and protecting water resources. We aim to address local and global water challenges through practical training, interdisciplinary collaboration, and impactful community engagement.
Departmental Overview
The Department of Water Resources Engineering is dedicated to the training of skilled engineers capable of planning, developing, managing, and protecting water resources for sustainable socio-economic development. The department focuses on the scientific and engineering principles involved in water supply, irrigation, drainage, hydrology, hydraulic structures, flood control, and environmental water management. Through a combination of theoretical instruction, practical laboratory work, field training, and research, the department prepares graduates to address water-related challenges such as climate change, water scarcity, flooding, and environmental conservation at local, national, and regional levels.