Welcome to the Institute for Groundwater Studies
The Institute for Groundwater Studies (IGS) is dedicated to the creation and dissemination of knowledge in the field of groundwater science. Our commitment is to educate and empower students, equipping them with the expertise required to contribute to the identification, quantification, management and protection of our groundwater resources. Through these efforts, we strive to ensure that everyone has access to clean and safe water.
At the heart of our believes is the provision of research-based solutions and tools that aims to support and create sustainable development initiatives that address major global challenges, with a particular emphasis on ensuring reliable water sources in developing countries.
The IGS has expertise in the following fields of geohydrology:
Groundwater research, Groundwater in a mining environment, Development of groundwater monitoring programmes, Hydrogeological and contaminant investigations, Geochemical assessments, Groundwater software development, Acid-mine drainage prediction and management, Assessment of groundwater pollution, Groundwater risk assessments, Groundwater resource development and management etc.
Postgraduate Studies in Geohydrology offered at IGS:
- BSc Honours in Geohydrology
- Master of Science Majoring in Geohydrology
- Doctor of Philosophy Majoring in Geohydrology
For more information, please consult the Faculty Rule Book.
Acting Director
Dr PJH Lourens
E: LourensPJH@ufs.ac.za
T: +27 51 401 2840
Programme Director (Academic Enquiries)
Dr PJH Lourens
E: LourensPJH@ufs.ac.za
T: +27 51 401 2840
Academic Enquiries
A Rossouw
E: rossab@ufs.ac.za or igs-info@ufs.ac.za
T: +27 51 401 2175
Financial Enquiries
L Rust
E: rustl@ufs.ac.za
T: +27 51 401 2380
Please take note that NO enquiries should be sent to the Acting Director.