Programme Overview
The B.Sc. in Environmental Science is an interdisciplinary programme addressing the most critical challenges of our time — climate change, biodiversity loss, water scarcity, pollution, and sustainability. Students gain knowledge from ecology, chemistry, earth sciences, environmental law, and policy — combining science with practical problem-solving. Graduates are prepared for careers in environmental consulting, government agencies, NGOs, green tech companies, and UPSC civil services.
Key Highlights
- Interdisciplinary — bridges biology, chemistry, earth sciences, and policy
- Focus on climate change, renewable energy, and sustainable development
- Field-based projects and virtual ecological survey modules
- Guest sessions with environmental lawyers, activists, and scientists
- Elective tracks: Climate Policy, Pollution Control, or Biodiversity
- UPSC optional subject preparation (Geography / Environment & Ecology)
- NEP 2020 aligned — multiple entry-exit
- Bridge to M.Sc. (Environmental Science), PG Diploma in EMS, or MBA (Sustainability)
Semester-wise Syllabus
1Semester I
1
Semester IIntroduction to Environmental Science
Ecology & Ecosystems
Chemistry for Environment
Mathematics & Statistics
Communication Skills
Environmental Laws Basics
2Semester II
2
Semester IIAtmosphere & Climate Science
Water Resources & Hydrology
Soil Science & Land Degradation
Biodiversity & Conservation
Remote Sensing & GIS Basics
Environmental Microbiology
3Semester III
3
Semester IIIAir & Water Pollution
Solid & Hazardous Waste Management
Forest & Wildlife Management
Renewable Energy Sources
Elective I
Field Study — Part I
4Semester IV
4
Semester IVEnvironmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
Climate Change & Mitigation
Environmental Economics
Environmental Legislation & Policy
Elective II
Field Study — Part II
5Semester V
5
Semester VSustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Green Building & Urban Planning
Corporate Environmental Management
Environmental Monitoring & Audit
Elective III — Specialisation
Project — Part I
6Semester VI
6
Semester VIClimate Finance & Carbon Markets
Disaster Management
Environmental Ethics & Philosophy
Advanced GIS Applications
Research Report
Project — Part II & Viva
Career Prospects
Environmental Consultant
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Analyst
Pollution Control Officer
Wildlife / Forest Officer
NGO — Climate & Sustainability Programmes
Government Environmental Agencies
Green Tech & Renewable Energy Sector
M.Sc. (Environmental Science) pathway
Eligibility Criteria
10+2 with Science subjects, minimum 45% marks
Relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates as per UGC norms. Refer to the Admission Prospectus for exact eligibility and cut-offs.
Admissions Open 2026–27
B.Sc. (Environmental Science)
Basic Sciences
Total Fee₹42,000
Per Semester₹7,000 per semester
Duration3 Years
ModeOnline & ODL
Intake90 seats
Topics Covered
Environmental ScienceClimateEcologySustainabilityGreen Tech

