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Overview
About the project
Excessive pumping and use of groundwater aquifers in the Middle East is a serious problem, leading to aquifer depletion, permanent compaction and shortage of usable water. One effective way of monitoring the aquifer usage is satellite radar mapping of cm-level subsidence due to groundwater pressure decrease in the aquifer systems. In this Monitoring Subsidence Due to Groundwater Pumping in Central Arabia (Internship) project offered at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) , we plan to use such satellite radar observations of areas in central Arabia to map out the extent and magnitude of ongoing subsidence. The results will provide an over view of the problem of groundwater overuse and may help the authorities to take the necessary actions.
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- The student(s) will learn how to process satellite radar data using Linux/shell based program routines.
- They will also need to learn how to work with the outcome (e.g. in Matlab), display the results, and to provide quantitative assessment of the level of subsidence and extent of the groundwater over use problem.
- The results should be summarized in a short report at the end of the internship.
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Duration
- Part-time
- 3 months
Start dates & application deadlines
You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
More details
Students can choose their own start and end dates as the program runs across the year
Language
English
TOEFL® IBT 79
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Earth Sciences Hydrology & Water Management View 3 other Short Courses in Hydrology & Water Management in Saudi ArabiaExplore more key information
Visit programme websiteAcademic requirements
GPA 3.5
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT 79
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Official Transcript(s) in English from current and previous institutions
- Letter of Recommendation from faculty member in field of study
- Valid Passport(with six months validity)
- CV - Summary of your career, qualifications and education.
- Statement of Purpose-Explain your motivation to become a VSRP intern
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International
FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 SAR per year during 3 months. -
National
FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 SAR per year during 3 months.
This is a fully-funded internship; it includes tuition, airfare, housing, medical insurance, visa reimbursement and a monthly stipend of $1,000.
Living costs for Thuwal
2270 - 3445 SAR /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
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