MS in Environmental Policy and Management Programme
Program Title: Masters of Science in Environmental Policy & Management (EPM)
Duration: Minimum 2 years Maximum 4 years
Total Credit Hours: 30
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. |
Core Courses |
12 |
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2. |
Specialization (Electives) |
12 |
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3. |
Internship (Mandatory) |
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4. |
Thesis |
6 |
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Total |
30 |
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Program Title: MS Environmental Policy and Management (EPM)
Program Description: The Environmental Policy and Management (EPM) postgraduate program is an interdisciplinary course designed to equip students with the knowledge, analytical tools, and practical skills needed to address complex environmental challenges. It focuses on the intersection of environmental science, public policy, governance, and sustainable development.
This program prepares graduates to understand and influence the processes by which environmental decisions are made and implemented, from local to global levels. Students explore key issues such as climate change, biodiversity loss, environmental justice, natural resource management, and sustainable development strategies.
Program Education Objectives:
PEO-1 Demonstrate interdisciplinary knowledge of environmental policy, sustainability principles, and management strategies to design and implement solutions for national and global problems
PEO-2 Exhibit leadership and collaboration skills to engage with stakeholders, including policymakers, communities, and industry leaders, in addressing environmental issues and promoting sustainable development. PEO-3 Build critical thinking, innovation, and evidence-based approaches to analyze environmental policies, assess their impacts, and develop adaptive strategies
Program Learning Outcomes:
PLO-1 An ability to analyse and evaluate environmental policies, regulations, and governance frameworks to assess their effectiveness in addressing environmental challenges and promoting sustainability
PLO-2 An ability to apply interdisciplinary knowledge of environmental science, economics, and social sciences to design and implement innovative solutions for complex environmental problems
PLO-3 An ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders to advocate for sustainable environmental policies and practices
PLO-4 An ability to build leadership and management skills to work with sustainable environmental strategies that balance ecological, social, and economic priorities
Semester-wise Roadmap of MS/MPhil Environmental Policy and Management (EPM)
Semester 1
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Course Code |
Course Title |
Credit Hours |
Category |
17 UN- SDGS |
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ENV 705 |
Environmental Policies and Legal Framework |
3 |
Core |
4,8,12 |
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ENV 702 |
Environmental Management |
3 |
Core |
4,10,16 |
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ENV 740 |
Climate Crisis Adaptation and Mitigation |
3 |
Core |
4,11,13 |
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ESC 701 |
Research Methodology |
3 |
Core |
4,14,15 |
Semester 2
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Course Code |
Course Title |
Credit Hours |
Category |
17 UN- SDGS |
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ENV-7xx |
Elective course |
3 |
Elective |
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ENV-7xx |
Elective course |
3 |
Elective |
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ENV-7xx |
Elective course |
3 |
Elective |
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ENV-7xx |
Elective course |
3 |
Elective |
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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 701 |
Thesis |
3 |
Core |
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Semester 4
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Proposed new Roadmap as per HEC New Curriculum 2025 |
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Course Code |
Course Title |
Credit Hours |
Category |
17 UN- SDGS |
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THS 701 |
Thesis |
3 |
Core |
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List of Electives
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Course Code |
Course Title |
Credit Hours |
17 UN- SDGS |
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ENV 710 |
Environmental Auditing |
3 |
4, 8,12 |
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ENV 711 |
Circular and Green Economy |
3 |
4,8,10 |
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ENV 703 |
Ecofriendly Energy Sources |
3 |
3,4,7 |
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ENV 720 |
Innovation in Waste Management Approaches |
3 |
3,4,6,11 |
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ENV 713 |
Health, Safety and Environment |
3 |
3,4,9,11 |
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ENV 715 |
Environmental Risk Assessment and Management |
3 |
4,11,12,14 |
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ENV 709 |
Population Dynamics, Environment and Sustainability |
3 |
4,5,10 |
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ENV 714 |
Remote Sensing and GIS Applications in Environment |
3 |
4,9,11 |
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ENV 719 |
Environmental Epidemiology |
3 |
3,4,15 |
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ENV 704 |
Environmental Impact Assessment |
3 |
4,12,14 |
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ENV 722 |
Disaster Mitigation and Emergency Management |
3 |
3,8,11, |
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ENV 707 |
Sustainability and Environmental Management |
3 |
3,8,11 |
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ENV 712 |
Project Management |
3 |
11,12,14 |
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ENV 716 |
Wildlife, Forestry and Wetland Management |
3 |
3,4,11,12 |
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ENV 708 |
Emerging Trends in Environmental Sociology |
3 |
4,11,17 |
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ENV 732 |
Introduction to Climate Financing |
3 |
4,8,13 |
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ENV 724 |
Air and Noise Pollution Control |
3 |
3,4,11 |
