Curriculum - MS Environmental Sciences
Program Title: MS Environmental Science
Duration: 2 Years Total
Credit Hours: 32
Admission Criteria:
BS degree (16 years of education) in Environmental Sciences, Geology, Geophysics, GIS and Remote Sensing, or any other relevant discipline from an HEC-recognized institution with minimum CGPA 2.50/4.00 (semester system) or 50% marks (annual system).
Candidates having non-environmental degree may be required to complete up to 09 credit hours of deficiency courses, as determined by the Department on case-to-case basis.
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S# |
Course Code |
Course Title |
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1. |
ENV 105 |
Introduction to Environmental Sciences |
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2. |
GSC 341 |
Basic Chemistry |
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3. |
ENV 317 |
Environmental Pollution |
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4. |
ENV 205 |
Fundamentals of Ecology |
Program Mission:
"Delivering quality education and applied research in environmental science. Fostering industry and international linkages to address societal challenges and empowering students for sustainable development."
Program Educational Objectives (PEOs)
Graduates of the MS Environmental Science program will:
1. Apply Expertise: Apply advanced knowledge and skills in environmental science to evaluate and mitigate the environmental impacts of policies, plans, and projects, and contribute to sustainable development.
2. Advance Knowledge: Conduct original research and generate new knowledge in environmental science, addressing critical environmental challenges and informing evidence-based decision-making.
3. Communicate and Collaborate: Effectively communicate complex environmental issues to diverse stakeholders, including policymakers, scientists, and community members, and collaborate with them to develop and implement sustainable solutions.
4. Lead and Innovate: Contribute to the advancement of knowledge in environmental science through scholarly research and publications, and apply innovative approaches to address environmental challenges and promote sustainable development.
Program Learning Objectives (PLOs)
By the completion of this course, graduates will be able to:
1. Demonstrate advanced proficiency in applying strategic environmental assessments principles and methodologies to evaluate the environmental impacts of policies, plans and projects.
2. Utilize advanced research methods to investigate complex environmental phenomena, generate new knowledge, and inform evidence-based decision-making in environmental science.
3. Communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, including policymakers, scientists, and community members, to facilitate informed dialogue and collaborative efforts towards problem analysis and addressing environmental issues.
4. Contribute to the advancement of knowledge in environmental science through scholarly research and publications that address critical environmental challenges and promote sustainable development.
Summary of Credit Hours
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S. No |
Category as per HEC new Curriculum |
Credit Hours/Contact Hours |
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1. |
General Education (Mandatory Quranic Courses) |
2 |
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2. |
Major/Disciplinary (Mandatory) |
12 |
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3. |
Interdisciplinary (Mandatory) |
- |
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4. |
Electives toward Major (specializations) |
12 |
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5. |
Research Thesis (Mandatory) |
6 |
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Total |
32 |
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Semester-wise Roadmap of MS Environmental Sciences
Semester 1
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Course Code |
Course Title |
Credit Hours |
Category |
17 UN- SDGS |
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ENV 723 |
Strategic Environment al Assessment |
3 |
Compulsory |
3, 4, 6, 8, 11, 15 |
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ESC 701 |
Research Methodology |
3 |
Compulsory |
4,8,12 |
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Elective I |
3 |
Elective |
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Elective II |
3 |
Elective |
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Semester 2
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Course Code |
Course Title |
Credit Hours |
Category |
17 UN- SDGS |
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ENV 742 |
Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation |
3 |
Compulsory |
3,4,9,11, 13 |
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ENV 731 |
Advancement in Environmental Analytical Techniques |
3 |
Compulsory |
3,4,9,11 |
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Elective III |
3 |
Elective |
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ISL 203 |
Fehmul Quran – I* |
0-1 |
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10 |
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Semester 3
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Course Code |
Course Title |
Credit Hours |
Category |
17 UN- SDGS |
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THS 799 |
Research Thesis |
3 |
Compulsory |
4,9, 17 |
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Elective IV |
3 |
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ISL 204 |
Fehmul Quran-II* |
1 |
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7 |
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* Only for Muslim students; For Non-Muslims any University approved 02 (or more) credit hours of Interdisciplinary Course
Semester 4
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Course Code |
Course Title |
Credit Hours |
Category |
17 UN- SDGS |
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THS 799 |
Research Thesis |
3 |
Compulsory |
4, 9, 17 |
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3 |
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List of Elective Courses |
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S. No |
Course Code |
Course Title |
Credit Hours |
HEC Category |
17 UN SDGs alignment |
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1 |
ENV 702 |
Environmental Management |
3 |
Elective |
4,8,12 |
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2 |
ENV 730 |
Advanced Environmental Biotechnology |
3 |
Elective |
SDGs 3,6,11,14,16 |
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3 |
ENV 703 |
Ecofriendly Energy Sources |
3 |
Elective |
3,4,7,9,11 |
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4 |
ENV 720 |
Innovation in waste management approaches |
3 |
Elective |
3,4,6,11,12,15 |
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5 |
ENV 713 |
Health, Safety and Environment |
3 |
Elective |
3,4,9,11,15 |
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6 |
ENV 715 |
Environmental Risk Assessment and Management |
3 |
Elective |
4,11,12,14,15 |
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7 |
ENV 710 |
Environmental Auditing |
3 |
Elective |
SDG 4, 8,12 |
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8 |
ENV 711 |
Circular and Green Economy |
3 |
Elective |
4,8,10,16 |
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9 |
ENV 737 |
Recent Trends in Environmental Engineering |
3 |
Elective |
3,4,6,9,11 |
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10 |
ENV 714 ENL 714 |
Remote Sensing and GIS Applications in Environment |
2+1 |
Elective |
4,9,11,15 |
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11 |
ENV 705 |
Environmental Policies and Legal Framework |
3 |
Elective |
4,10,16 |
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12 |
ENV 733 |
Advanced Environmental Chemistry |
3 |
Elective |
3,6 ,14 |
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13 |
ENV 722 |
Disaster Mitigation and Emergency Management |
3 |
Elective |
3,8,11,14,16 |
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14 |
ENV 724 |
Air and Noise Pollution Control |
3 |
Elective |
3,4,11,13,15 |
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15 |
ENV 732 |
Climate Financing |
3 |
Elective |
3,4, 11,15 |
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16 |
ENV 721 |
Marine Pollution And Control |
3 |
Elective |
3,4,6,11,14,15 |
