School assignments

Ideas for topics

Would you like to write a (profile) assignment or master's thesis about water? We are happy to help you. Not sure what to write about yet? Here are a few ideas for you.

The strong, smart dyke the water authority

The climate is changing. We can all see that, everywhere. The water boards protect the Netherlands, which is largely below sea level. Should we just dykes stronger and higher dykes ? You can investigate whether there are also smarter solutions.

Check how clean the water is in your area

Is there a ditch, pond, or pool near your home or school? Then you can check how clean this water is! Small aquatic animals live in the water. By investigating which aquatic animals live in your ditch, pond, or pool, you can determine how clean the water is.

Plants and animals on a riverbank

We want lots of plants and animals to live on the banks of rivers and lakes. This makes the water cleaner. We call this a nature-friendly bank. You can investigate exactly how this makes the water cleaner or, for example, whether a nature-friendly bank is good for recreation.

Redesign a pumping station a weir

If you are installing a new pumping station or weir , would you use different materials, generate green energy, or help the fish get past the pumping station or the weir in fish passages? Investigate how you would approach this!