| Programme Name: |
M.Sc Enviromental Sciences |
| Introduction: |
Environmental science is systematic study of the world around us and our proper place in it. This emerging science is interdisciplinary in nature, integrating natural sciences, social sciences and humanities in a holistic study of the world around us. The Government of Pakistan has emphasized the significant role of AIOU in disseminating environmental awareness and education in Pakistan. Due to rapid increase in the country’s population and based on a great demand from the in-service employees working in public and private institutions, a BS programme in the subject of Environmental Science has already been introduced. Now, to cater the need of graduates in relevant disciplines, an MSc program is being proposed. This programme is designed with an aim to:
i. Produce dynamic young graduates in the field of Environmental Science by developing strong skill, academic foundation, communication abilities and professionalism enabling them to compete in both the governmental and non-governmental sectors.
ii. Demonstrate comprehensive understanding of Environmental Science as an interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary subject
iii. Achieve awareness about the past, current and expected future situation of environmental considerations in pursuit of sustainable development.
iv. Understand the relationship between economic growth and environment and its ramifications.
v. Encourage and develop critical thinking among students in dealing with the real world environmental challenges preferably of local origin.
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| Admission Requirement: |
Candidates with the following qualification may apply for admission in Masters Programme in Environmental Science:
i. Candidates having B.Sc. Degree with at least second division with any of the two majors (Botany, Zoology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Geography, Geology, Environment, Physics etc.), except for double math and math-stat combinations.
ii. Candidates having B.Sc. (Hons.) with at least second division in Agriculture, Forestry, Wildlife & Range Management, Horticulture, and Geology are eligible to apply.
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| Selection Process: |
The admission will be strictly on merit which will be determined by departmental admission committee. Only selected candidates will be granted Admission subject to fulfilling Eligibility criteria. |
| Duration: |
2 years |
| Medium of Instruction: |
English |
| Teaching Methodology: |
Face to Face Classes on weekends. |
| AIOU Credits Required: |
66 Credit Hours |
| Course Required: |
.Semester: 1
1. INTRODUCTION TO ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES-4441
2. ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY-4443
3. ENVIRONMENTAL POLICIES AND REGULATIONS-4458
4. PHYSICS OF THE ENVIRONMENT-4467
5. BIO STATISTICS-4482
Semester: 2
1. RESEARCH METHODS-1578
2. ENVIRONMENTAL POLLUTION-4442
3. INTRODUCTION TO ENVIRONMENTAL ECONOMICS-4444
4. ENVIRONMENTAL MICROBIOLOGY-4445
5. NATURAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT-4447
Semester: 3
1. ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENT-4448
2. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT-4450
3. BIODIVERSITY AND CONSERVATION-4452
4. SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT-4453
5. HEALTH, SAFETY & ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS-4455
Semester: 4
1. RESEARCH PROJECT-
2. PROJECT MANAGEMENT-4460
3. POPULATION DYNAMICS AND ENVIRONMENT-4461
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| Elective / Major Courses: |
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| Semester: |
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| Collaborations: |
collaboration with research organizations such as NARC, and various government sector universities has been developed. |
| Workshop: |
Compulsory |
| Thesis: |
Student will choose topics for research after consultation with the faculty members of the department. |
| Practical: |
Practical work can be either spread over the entire semester or can be adjusted into 4- 5 day workshop for each course towards the end of the semester. |
| Viva: |
Final viva-voce will be conducted for evaluation of research project/thesis at department level. |
