Khon Kaen University

SDG Alignment for Master of Engineering Program

Overall SDG Alignment Evaluation:

The Master of Engineering program is fundamentally designed to produce engineers with advanced knowledge and research skills, capable of driving innovation and sustainable development. The program's core philosophy emphasizes the application of scientific principles to solve real-world problems, making profound contributions to SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure). Through its various specializations, the program directly addresses critical global challenges, including clean water, renewable energy, and climate change, aligning strongly with SDG 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation), SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy), and SDG 13 (Climate Action).

As a master's level program, it is a cornerstone of SDG 4 (Quality Education), providing graduates with specialized, lifelong learning skills. The curriculum's focus on sustainable infrastructure and environmental management contributes to SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) and SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production). Furthermore, the program's international nature and emphasis on research collaboration foster the global partnerships essential for SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).

Best Practices

        The Master of Engineering Program has demonstrated Khon Kaen University's leadership in engineering for sustainability through an activity integrating knowledge dedicated to solving local challenges in water resource management, a critical and recurring problem impacting communities in the Chi and Mun River Basins.
        This concretely links knowledge from the courses EN 147 101 Water Governance, EN 147 201 Flood and Drought Management, and EN 147 202 Community Water Supply Systems to enable students to apply principles of disaster analysis and community water systems in participatory engineering surveys and design with target communities in the area.
        The activity successfully led to the installation and knowledge transfer of an integrated smart water storage system for managing floods and droughts.
        The evident result is a significant increase in water management capacity and a reduction in vulnerability to water-related disasters in the area, serving as the foundation for systemic change.
        The sustainable achievement is the emergence of a transparent and sustainable community-based water management mechanism based on Water Governance principles, which is a crucial pillar for continuously improving long-term food security and well-being in the community.
        This strategic impact is clearly aligned with SDG 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation) directly through the creation of sustainable water security, SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) through the creation of infrastructure resilient to climate change and water-related disasters, and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals) through the synergy between the academic institution, government, and community to genuinely drive sustainable development goals with engineering innovation.