M.Sc Environmental Science course of open distance learning (ODL) mode in JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research (JSSAHER) have important learning outcomes and measurable learning Objectives. M.Sc Environmental Science course provides students with an understanding of key concepts in Environmental Science using a problem based approach in a series of seminars, field, and practical trainings, which enable the students to apply the concepts in freshwater, marine and atmospheric environments. Key skills training in the research process, a fundamental calculation for environmental science, and finding and using sources is included in this module. Today best practice procedures in environmental management are rapidly becoming international rather than national. JSS School of distance learning programme looks to provide in depth learning in environmental education, which will serve as a focus for research into local, regional and global environmental issues, management and policies in response to the urgent and increasingly complex challenges of the new century.

Mission & Goals

This course is designed to provide foundation knowledge of environmental issues and problem-solving strategies at national as well as at global level. A student who successfully completes this course should be able to demonstrate the following:

• Knowledge and skills needed to measure environmental problems and other ecological concepts.
• Understanding of diversity issues as they interact with the environmental problems.
• Understanding of the use of environmental strategies and remediation techniques to solve the environmental problems.
• Understanding the basic principles of environmental pathways and phenomenon related to the environmental issues at the global level.
• Ability to apply this skill to the evaluation of the environmental problems and related disciplines at industrial and corporate sectors.

With increasing public concern about the environment, worlds of possibilities are available for graduates in terms of employment and research opportunities. Coupled with the growth of the global economy, the need for competent graduates with knowledge in Environmental Science is tremendous in the international arena as well. Careers in Environmental Science are so varied it is difficult to consider them as one category. Graduates of this programme can gain employment with consulting firms, research bodies, government and non-government organizations as Environmental consultant, Environmental education officer, Environmental manager, Nature conservation officer, Recycling officer, Sustainability consultant, Waste management officer, Water quality scientist. As private companies and industries are emphasizing more on the science of sustainability, they are looking for a wide range of professionals to manage the process related to environment.

Appropriateness of Course

This course is intended for professional’s practitioners, researchers and students from wide range of backgrounds who aim to develop their knowledge and insights pertaining to the environment. The course in designed to provide critical and practical skills to analyze, evaluate, design and implement solution and strategies with regards to water and health issues. The prudent management of our precious water resources, environment conservation, and sustainable development are high on the agenda of global concerns. Addressing these challenges requires professionals with a high degree of specialization and interdisciplinary approach. In order to develop improved systems and practices to preserve the most precious resource of our planet, there are a great demand fort rained people. In view of the huge focus and investment made by all nations on the water sector, there is a tremendous need for specially trained manpower for supporting the institution involved in the development and management of water, at both the grass roots levels and at the institutional level. Applying knowledge gained through environmental science is the only way to solve these problems so that the environment can be preserved. The rapid urbanization of the environment needs to be studied constantly in order to avoid altering and damaging the environment significantly. Ultimately, environmental science is necessary to save the environment from destruction and all of its dependents from extinction.

Structure of programme

In IVth semester, students undergo exclusively research and industrial training by experienced researchers and professionals.