M.Sc in Non-sewered Sanitation

Institut International d’Ingénierie de l’Eau et de l’Environnement – 2iE

The Specialized Master’s in Non-Sewered Sanitation (NSS) is an advanced training program designed to enhance the skills of senior executives and decision-makers working in the water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) sector. This program combines technical expertise, governance, and strategic planning to address the complex challenges of NSS in urban, peri-urban, and rural contexts.
This master’s program aims to train professionals capable of:

• Mastering innovative technologies and sustainable NSS solutions,
• Designing and implementing public policies that integrate NSS into national and local regulatory frameworks,
• Mobilizing tailored financing mechanisms for sanitation projects,
• Leading advocacy strategies and behavioral change initiatives to promote widespread adoption of best practices.

The program is intended for professionals holding a Bachelor’s +4/5 degree who are already active in WASH, territorial development, or public health. It is particularly suited for: Institutional leaders, Project managers, Social entrepreneurs and technical experts seeking specialization. The program blends theoretical instruction, case studies, and hands-on application through a thesis project and field internship. Key modules include : NSS infrastructure and technologies, Governance and sector regulation, Sludge and solid waste management, Communication and leadership. The NSS Master’s is a key training program for becoming a driving force in the future of sanitation.

Curriculum

• Sanitation Systems and Services
• Sanitation and Public Health
• Research Methodology and Tools
• Fundamentals of Non-Sewered Sanitation
• Non-Sewered Sanitation Infrastructure
• Solid Waste Management
• Governance of Non-Sewered Sanitation
• Financing Non-Sewered Sanitation
• Communication and Behavior Change
• Leadership
• Project Management
• MSc Thesis Research