M.Sc. in Environment & Sustainability
Programme
Overview
The Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Environment & Sustainability is a transformative 2-year interdisciplinary program designed to address today’s most urgent environmental challenges through the lens of science, policy, and innovation. Aligned with NEP 2020 and global sustainability mandates like the SDGs and ESG frameworks, this program equips future professionals to lead impactful change in industries, research, governance, and advocacy
M.Sc. in Environment and Sustainability is a postgraduate program that focuses on the scientific study of the environment and its interactions with human activities. It equips students with the knowledge and skills to address environmental challenges and contribute to sustainable development.
Key Aspects of the Program
* Interdisciplinary nature:
This field draws upon various disciplines like biology, chemistry, physics, geology, and social sciences to provide a holistic understanding of environmental issues.
* Core subjects:
The curriculum typically includes topics such as environmental pollution, conservation, climate change, sustainable development, and natural resource management.
* Practical skills:
Students gain hands-on experience through fieldwork, laboratory work, and research projects.
* Focus on sustainability:
The program emphasizes the development of sustainable solutions to environmental problems and the responsible management of natural resources.
Program
Objectives
Develop critical scientific and analytical skills to solve environmental problems.
Train professionals in sustainable development, environmental policy, and green technologies.
Integrate ecology, law, GIS, climate science, and biotechnology into a real-world, action-oriented curriculum.
Prepare students for leadership roles in climate action, environmental consulting, clean technology, and academia.
* To equip the learners with knowledge and understanding of the physical, chemical, and
biological processes of the environment
* To expose the learners to theoretical principles involved in air, water, and soil pollution
and monitoring systems
* To emphasize the principles and practices involved in sustainable natural resources
management and environmental management
* To impart knowledge and understanding of impact assessment, environmental audit,
and laws.
Why Choose
This Program?
Field-Based Learning: Hands-on experience through site visits to ecosystems, industries, and policy hubs.
Advanced Labs: GIS, environmental chemistry, pollution control & biodiversity labs.
Policy Exposure: Case studies on real-world issues like Mumbai’s urban climate planning, ESG reporting, and EIA.
Global-Ready: Internships and placements with top organizations like TERI, NEERI, CPCB, UNEP, WWF, and more.
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Program Structure
(As per NEP)
Semester I: Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biodiversity, Climate Change
Semester II: Pollution Control, Environmental Laws, GIS & Remote Sensing
Semester III: Green Technologies, EIA, Minor Project, Summer Internship
Semester IV: Major Research Project, Dissertation, Publication Opportunities
Duration & Pedagogy
Duration: 2 Years | Credits: 80–100
Career
Opportunities
Pursue M.Sc. The Environmental Science Programme from D Y Patil University School of Public Health opens a range of career opportunities for optimum growth
* Environmental Consultants,Environmental Scientists,Wildlife Filmmakers,Environmental Journalists,Environmental Photographers,Lecturers
India & Global Career Pathways:
- Environmental Analyst / EIA Specialist
- Sustainability Manager / ESG Advisor
- Policy Researcher – Govt. & NGOs
- GIS Analyst / Climate Data Scientist
- Research Fellow / PhD Abroad
- Environmental Consultant – UNEP, UNDP, WHO
Internship & Placement Partners:
Government: CPCB, MoEFCC, Forest Departments
NGOs: WWF, Greenpeace, CEE
Corporate: Tata Sustainability, Infosys Green Initiative, Reliance Foundation
Research: TERI, CSIR, ICMR, NEERI
Facilities That
INSPIRE
DY Patil Climate Action Lab (D-CAL) is an institutional body at DY Patil University focused on student engagement and environmental action. It encourages interdisciplinary research and community-inclusive action plans.
- LEED Platinum-Certified Centre of Excellence
- 72-Acre Green Campus in Navi Mumbai
- Smart Classrooms | Cutting-edge Labs | Tech-Enabled Learning
- Cultural & Sports Excellence
Eligibility
Criteria
Any Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university (India or Abroad)
Fee Structure
25-26
Program Fee: ₹5,60,000 per year
edX Online Courses
Another unique initiative that provides all students enrolled for the programme, access to the edX online portal that delivers a plethora of well curated courses offered by leading universities in the world. This aids in broadening their horizons as they are exposed to a global student community and learn from the perspectives shared by a larger group of experts from the field.
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