Master of Science (Environmental Design)
Program Objective
The program is a future-focused, interdisciplinary postgraduate programme that integrates sustainability, architecture, urban planning, ecological science, and design innovation. It aims to prepare professionals capable of designing climate-responsive, resource-efficient, and human-centric built environments.
Distinctiveness of the Program
Unique Integration of Design, Ecology, and Technology
- Climate-responsive architectural design
- Sustainable urban and rural planning
- Green building materials and construction systems
- Landscape ecology and biodiversity-sensitive design
- Environmental simulation and performance analysis tools
Application of Advanced Tools and Analytical Frameworks
- GIS, remote sensing, and spatial analytics
- Energy modelling and daylight simulation tools
- Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) for materials and buildings
- Building Information Modelling (BIM) integrated with sustainability parameters
Syllabus
| Segment | Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Semester 3 | Semester 4 | Total Credits |
| I. Basic Science Courses | |||||
| Pure Science | Advanced Statistics and Data Analytics for Research (3) Environmental Chemistry and Material Science (3) | 6 | |||
| II.Professional Core Courses | |||||
| Research Foundations | Research Methodology and Scientific Writing (4) | Systems Thinking and Interdisciplinary Analysis (4) | 8 | ||
| Technology Applications for Environmental Studies | Geographic Information Systems and Remote Sensing (4) Environmental Impact Assessment and Monitoring (4) | Computational Modeling and Simulation Techniques (4) | 12 | ||
| III. Professional Elective (Specialisation) Courses | |||||
| Environmental Design | Climate-Responsive Architecture and Building Performance (4) Sustainable Urban Planning and Green Infrastructure (4) | Landscape Ecology and Biodiversity-Sensitive Design (4) Green Building Materials and Construction Systems (4) Environmental Psychology and Human-Centered Design (4) | 20 | ||
| IV. Open Elective Courses (Courses integrating multiple academic disciplines together) | Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Sustainability / Public Policy and Environmental Governance (2) | Economics of Environmental Resources / Social Anthropology and Community Development (2) | Project Management and Leadership / Digital Technology and Smart City Solutions (2) | 6 | |
| V. Laboratory Courses (Practical courses for domain-specific technical & functional skills) | Environmental Monitoring and Instrumentation Laboratory (2) GIS and Spatial Analysis Laboratory (2) | Building Performance and Energy Simulation Laboratory (2) Sustainable Materials Testing and Design Laboratory (2) | 8 | ||
| VI. Research / Industry Project (Capstone Project with Real-time Data & Internship) | Research / Industry Project – I (6) | Research / Industry Project – I (6) | Research / Industry Project – I (8) | 20 | |
| VII. Well-Being Courses / Activities | Yoga & Wellness (0) | Yoga & Wellness (0) | Yoga & Wellness (0) | Yoga & Wellness (0) | 0 |
| Total | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 80 |
Job Prospects
- Environmental Consulting and Design Firms
- Government Environmental and Urban Planning Departments
- Infrastructure Development and Construction Companies
- Sustainable Engineering and Green Building Organizations
- Environmental Impact Assessment Agencies
- Research Institutions and Sustainability Think Tanks
