Climate Change and Sustainable Development

Climate Change and Sustainable Development (CCSD) is a key element of maintaining sustainable livelihoods and economies in Aisa. Given the enormous cultural, social, political, and biophysical diversity across Asia, the climate change and sustainable development professionals need a strong working knowledge of several interrelated sciences. Our courses will enable graduates to

Work with sectoral experts in the areas of CCSD with critical thinking
Carry out climate change induced impact assessment, scenario building and identification of potential impacts
Initiate climate change mitigation and adaptation measures
Undertake policy analysis and development (integration, application and mainstreaming)
Conduct technology assessment and adopting climate friendly technology for mitigation and adaptation
In addition to academic program activities, students have access to several centers and outreach activities in the campus and other regional organizations (UNESCAP, UNEP, UNDP, FAO, and others) for internship, collaborative works, and research funds, etc.

This specialization is intended for professionals from government and international agencies, environment ministries, pollution control authorities, private companies, academia, NGOs, city and municipal authorities dealing with or interested in climate change and mitigation, climate change adaptation, sustainable development, policy planning and management.

Candidates with degree from an institution of recognised standing preferably in agriculture, bio-sciences, environmental sciences, energy, forestry, and social sciences such as anthropology, geography, economics and sociology or related fields are eligible to apply.