BSc in Environmental Management
University
Pokhara University
Duration
4 years
Fee
Rs.
Colleges
3+
Summary
• Four-year interdisciplinary program focused on environmental science, policy, planning, and management tools for sustainable development.
• Integrates scientific, social, economic, and cultural dimensions of environmental issues.
• Builds competence in environmental assessment, monitoring, planning, policy, and management systems.
• Prepares graduates for technical, administrative, and analytical roles across government, industry, and development sectors.
Description
Curricular structure
| Year | Semester | Courses | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sem I | General English; Fundamentals of Mathematics; Introductory Biology; Introductory Chemistry; Introductory Physics; Environmental Geology & Soil | 16 |
| Sem II | Communication & Technical English; Applied Mathematics; Environmental Microbiology; Environmental Chemistry; Ecology & Environmental Science | 15 | |
| 2 | Sem III | Sociology & Environment; Fundamental Economics; Applied Statistics; Biodiversity & Biotechnology; Hydrology & Meteorology | 15 |
| Sem IV | Environmental Resources & Sustainable Development; Environmental Economics & Trade; Environmental Engineering; Environmental Policy, Laws & Conventions; Project Management | 15 | |
| 3 | Sem V | Integrated Solid Waste Management; Environmental Management System; Environmental Assessment Techniques; Environmental Monitoring; Environmental Technologies; Geo-Information Management | 17 |
| Sem VI | Comprehensive Environmental Planning & Conflict Management; Disaster & Risk Assessment; Urban Development & Environmental Management; Integrated Watershed Management; Sustainable Tourism Management | 15 | |
| 4 | Sem VII | Aquatic Environmental Management; Introduction to Climate Change; Research Methodology; Environmental Health & Sanitation; Emerging Issues, Seminar & Proposal Writing | 15 |
| Sem VIII | Thesis (Research Work) | 12 |
Features
Features
• 8-semester program totaling 120 credits
• Blends natural science foundation with environmental economics, engineering, policy, and management
• Strong emphasis on environmental tools: EIA, monitoring, GIS, solid waste management, risk assessment
• Includes research methodology, seminar, and full thesis
Admission Process
Admission process
• Class 12 or equivalent in Science/Technology streams (Forestry, Agriculture, Veterinary, Engineering, etc.)
• Minimum 45% or GPA 2.0 with required subject grades
• Must meet subject criteria under Physics–Chemistry/Environment–Math/Biology groupings
• Standard PU entrance process: application, exam, merit-based admission
Job Prospects
Job prospects
• Mid-level officer or manager roles in ministries, departments, municipalities
• Environmental consulting firms and research institutions
• Private companies and public corporations requiring compliance and sustainability work
• National and international organizations, INGOs, NGOs, CBOs working in environment
• Environmental monitoring and assessment laboratories
Colleges Offering This Course
School of Environmental Mgt.Sustainable Dev (SchEMS)
Pokhara University Faculty of Science and Technology
School of Environmental Science and Management
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