Department of Environmental, Water Resources and Coastal Engineering (EWCE)

Mission

• To produce highly specialized manpower in environmental, water resources, and coastal engineering sectors through teaching, research, innovations, consultancy and partnerships.
• To produce students with the principles of engineering and the methodology needed for environmental, water resources, and coastal engineering practice.

Vision

• To become a world-class fully fledged school of environmental, water resources and coastal engineering that plays a pivotal role in development sector of any country.

Environmental, Water Resources, and Coastal Engineering Department is composed of a diverse group of faculties with different fields of expertise. The excellence of our faculty members is not only bound by their academic distinctions but their new ways of thinking, innovating and solving problems socially, culturally and economically. Our multi-skilled faculties are forefront nationally in advancing research and discovery. They aspire students to create an indelible academic experience through an inclusive and collaborative environment defined by excellence and impact.

Research holds a significant and rigorous role at the Military Institute of Science and Technology (MIST). The Department of Environmental, Water Resources, and Coastal Engineering (EWCE) actively encourages its students to engage in research alongside their academic pursuits.

In collaboration with the Climate Lab (HEQEP) and WaterAid, the EWCE Department hosted the International Conference on Climate Change and Water Security (ICCWS 2015) on December 27, 2015, at MIST. The conference centered on utilizing engineering, technology, and policy-based approaches to enhance water security and address the impacts of climate change.

To mark World Water Day on March 22, 2018, the department organized “AQUAwareness”—a seminar and interactive event aimed at raising public consciousness about ecological balance and sustainable water resource management. It also sought to inspire innovative ideas and solutions among undergraduate students.

On August 1, 2019, the MIST Environment Club, under the guidance of the EWCE Department, conducted a workshop on Municipal Waste Management to promote practical awareness and environmental responsibility.

Furthermore, to broaden students’ professional exposure, the department regularly arranges educational field visits. On June 5, 2022, the MIST Environment Club, again under the supervision of EWCE, celebrated World Environment Day with the global theme “Only One Earth.”

Building on this tradition, World Environment Day 2024 was proudly observed on June 5, once again led by the EWCE Department. In alignment with the year’s theme—“Land Restoration, Desertification, and Drought Resilience”—the event aimed to promote awareness and action toward sustainable environmental solutions, especially concerning land degradation and ecosystem restoration. The day featured keynote addresses by environmental specialists, technical presentations by students, and engaging discussions involving faculty, alumni, and students on pressing issues such as land use, water sustainability, and coastal vulnerabilities. A notable aspect of the event was the exhibition of innovative research and solutions focused on drought resilience, sustainable land management, and nature-based restoration strategies. The program underscored the significance of interdisciplinary collaboration in shaping a more resilient and sustainable future.

This year, the Department of EWCE, in collaboration with the MIST Environment Club, organized a two-day "MIST ENVIRONMENT FEST 2025" aimed at promoting environmental awareness and sustainable practices under the theme of "Beat Plastic Pollution". The event featured a range of activities, which were held on the 28^th of June, including poster presentation, GIS case competition, Buzzer Blitz contest and environmental article writing, all designed to foster a deeper understanding of pressing environmental issues and innovative solutions. This joint effort reflects the department's continued commitment to education, community engagement, and environmental stewardship. On the following day of the event on 29^th of June, The Head of the Department extended a warm welcome to everyone from various sectors at MIST Environment Fest 2025. Lt Gen S M Kamrul Hassan, Principal Staff Officer of the Armed Forces Division, attended as the chief guest and expressed the urgency of environmental protection and tackling plastic pollution. A key highlight of the fest was the keynote session, delivered by Dr. Md Mafizur Rahman from BUET, who discussed global efforts to combat plastic pollution. The event also featured technical sessions that addressed some of today’s most critical environmental challenges. Dr. Abdullah Al-Muyeed from the Department of Public Health Engineering (DPHE) shed light on Bangladesh’s sanitation issues, while Nayoka Martinez Bäckström from the Embassy of Sweden emphasized the importance of empowering youth leadership in the face of climate change and environmental uncertainty. In the closing remarks, Maj Gen Md Nasim Parvez, BSP, ndc, afwc, psc, Comdt, MIST, and Chief Patron of the event, highlighted the importance of enhancing public understanding and promoting the adoption of alternatives to plastic to tackle the environmental issues associated with the global climate crisis.

Department of EWCE encourages students not only in academics but also in different contests like poster presentation, quiz, photo exhibition, project showcasing). Our students perform in various contests and have certainly made their mark on national area with over 8 prizes (in 2019 alone) and have over the years participated in different fest arranged by various universities in our country. We hosted the EWCE FEST-2019 on November 2019 with a better response of whole MIST students. The fest focuses on environment and water resources sectors. Team CALIROW secured 1st Position at MIST HULT Prize and attended as Regional Champion at Kualalampur Regional Summit 2021. Team Energy Conversion secured 1st Position at BUP on 25th May, 2022. One team from the department of EWCE became 1^st Runner up in Hult Prize MIST, 1st April, 2022. Our students also won the debate competition outside of MIST.

Graduates of the EWCE department contribute to the solution of important environment and water related problems through careers in research, government, consulting or the private sector. They are contributing to handle some of the most crucial matters affecting public health, water supplies,water treatment facilities and ecosystem viability through research or professional practice.

The first batch of graduates from EWCE department passed out in year 2019. Since then a total of over 292 students have passed out from this department. Environmental and water resources engineering provides our graduates with diverse career opportunities. Graduates of the Department of Environmental, Water Resources, and Coastal Engineering (EWCE) have established a strong global presence, contributing significantly to the fields of environmental sustainability, water management, and coastal resilience. Our alumni are currently pursuing higher studies and holding key professional positions across North America, South America, Europe, Australia, and Asia. Many have been admitted to prestigious universities and research institutions, while others are actively engaged in international organizations, governmental agencies, and engineering consultancies. Their achievements reflect the department's commitment to academic excellence and its ability to prepare students for impactful careers on a global scale. Our alumni work in numerous positions as e.g. planners, technical experts, and managers, and also have good possibilities to advance in different companies like CEGIS, Ahydtech Water Resources BD Ltd, IWM, WaterAid in their career.