B.Sc. in Environment & Sustainability (BSc-ES Hons.)

The world faces a myriad of environmental challenges, including escalating pollution, unprecedented climate change, rapid urbanisation, and poor waste management. A BSc in Environment and Sustainability provides students with a holistic and in-depth understanding of these complexities, empowering them to collaborate across disciplines and develop comprehensive solutions.

Consequently, the demand for environmental science professionals is rising both locally and globally. Health departments, NGOs, environmental agencies, research institutions, and international organisations all require skilled specialists capable of designing evidence-based strategies and actions that drive tangible, ground-level change necessary to protect our planet.

AN INNOVATIVE CUTTING EDGE ACADEMIC PROGRAMME WITH UNICEF AS A KNOWLEDGE PARTNER.

Programme highlights:

• Four-year (eight-semester) Honours undergraduate degree in Environment and Sustainability.
• 160-credit full-time programme commencing every September.
• NEP 2020-compliant, interdisciplinary curriculum combining health, social sciences, engineering, and policy.
• Innovative, cutting-edge academic programme delivered with UNICEF as a knowledge partner.
• Practical experience through real-world training with environmental agencies, ESG firms, NGOs, and sustainability consultancies, research organisations, and government bodies.
• Skill integration balancing interpersonal development with technical proficiency in GIS, Python, Data Science & Analytics, environmental laboratory techniques, biodiversity assessment, and ecological fieldwork.
• Choice-based credit system with disciplinary majors and minors in Environmental Biochemistry, Earth Sciences, Gender and Environment, One Health, and Environmental Entrepreneurship.
• Global networking through collaborations with policy think tanks and international institutes.
• Vibrant student life including hackathons, cultural festivals, sports, student eco clubs, and professional development events.
• Career pathways in science and research, data and technology, consulting and management, and policy and communication.

Programme Details
Programme Name	B.Sc. in Environment and Sustainability (BSc-ES Hons.)	Fees (2026-27)	INR 5,00,000/- per year
Duration	4 Years (8 Semesters, Full Time)	Total Credits	160 Credits
Degree Awarded	Bachelor of Science (B.Sc. Hons.) in Environment and Sustainability	School	School of Public Health, DY Patil University
Commencement	September	Special Feature	Innovative programme with UNICEF as a knowledge partner
Alignment	National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 compliant, interdisciplinary	Accreditation	NAAC A++, QS Rank – I GAUGE DIAMOND
Focus Areas	Environmental science, climate science, sustainability, Earth Sciences, Environmental health, GIS, ESG, social sciences, engineering, Policy, data science and analytics	Minor Baskets	Environmental Biochemistry, Earth Sciences, Gender and Environment, One Health, Environmental Entrepreneurship
Practical Training	Internships and field assignments with environmental agencies, ESG firms, NGOs. Domestic and international field trips to biodiversity hotspots and environmental organisations.	Global Access	Collaborations with policy think tanks and international institutes
Eligibility	10+2 (or equivalent) in any stream from a recognised board with minimum 50% aggregate in the qualifying examination	International	Foreign Nationals, NRIs, or PIOs must have completed an equivalent grade examination outside of India

To be eligible for the BSc in Environment and Sustainability (BSc-ES Hons.) at DY Patil University (DYPU), candidates must meet the following requirements:

• Academic Qualification: Successful completion of 10+2 (or equivalent) in any stream from a recognised board.
• Minimum Marks: A minimum aggregate score of 50% in the qualifying examination.
• International Candidates: Applicants categorised as Foreign Nationals, NRIs, or PIOs must have completed an equivalent grade examination outside of India.

Note: Admission cut-offs and dates change every cycle, so candidates should refer to the official DY Patil University admissions page before applying.

The Bachelor of Science in Environment and Sustainability Honours (BSc-ES Hons.) at DYPU’s School of Public Health is a full-time undergraduate programme of four years. It is an NEP 2020-compliant, interdisciplinary course which combines health, social sciences, engineering, and management to prepare students for careers addressing complex global environmental challenges.

BSc-ES Hons. is a 4-year, 160-credit full-time programme that begins every September and spans eight semesters. The curriculum prioritises experiential learning through interactive discussions, internships, field assignments, and research. Core themes of ethics, ecology, and communication are woven throughout to ensure a deep understanding of multi-stakeholder roles in sustainability.

Practical Experience

Students engage in real-world training with environmental agencies, ESG firms, NGOs, and sustainability consultancies, research organisations, and government bodies.

Skill Integration

The curriculum balances interpersonal development with technical proficiency in GIS, Python, Data Science & Analytics, environmental laboratory techniques, biodiversity assessment, and ecological fieldwork.

Flexibility

A choice-based credit system allows for disciplinary major and minors in areas like Environmental chemistry, Ecology, Environmental Biotechnology, Earth Sciences, Climate Sciences, Climate Change, SDGs, Energy Systems, Sustainable Built Environment, Gender and Environment, One Health, and Environmental Entrepreneurship.

Global Networking

Collaborations with policy think tanks and international institutes provide extensive professional exposure.

Student Life

Beyond the classroom, students lead hackathons, cultural festivals, sports and professional development events in an infrastructure designed for collaboration.

INR 5,00,000/- Per Year

BSc-Environment and Sustainability Programme Structure
Course Category	Course Title
	Year 1 Semester 1
Disciplinary Major	Foundations of Environmental Sciences
Disciplinary Major	Fundamentals of Earth Sciences Science
Minor Course	Concepts of Environment & Sustainability
Multidisciplinary Course	Environmental Degradation: Causes, Consequences, & Resource Management
Ability Enhancement Course	Elective Course 1
Skill Enhancement Course	Introduction to Scientific Learning – I
	Year 1 Semester 2
Course Category	Course Title
Disciplinary Major	Foundations of Climate Science
Disciplinary Major	Climate Change: Impacts and Adaptation
Minor Course	Foundations of Population Sciences
Multidisciplinary	Environment, Society & Development
Ability Enhancement Course	Students Leadership Development
Ability Enhancement Course	Elective Course 2
Skill Enhancement Course	Introduction to Scientific Learning – II
	Year 2 Semester 3
Course Category	Course Title
Disciplinary Major	Environment & Health – I
Disciplinary Major	Environment Biotechnology and Ecology
Disciplinary Major	Environmental Chemistry
Minor Course	Gender and Environment
Skill Enhancement Course	Elective Course 3
Value Added Course (VAC)	Foundations of Statistics
	Year 2 Semester 4
Course Category	Course Title
Disciplinary Major	Foundations of Statistics
Disciplinary Major	Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG
Disciplinary Major	Environment & Health – II
Major Course	Research Methodology
Minor Course	SDGs and Sustainability (Sustainable Energy Systems)
Value Added Course	Environmental Entrepreneurship
Skill Enhancement Course	Experiential Learning (Fieldwork)
Skill Enhancement Course	Elective  Course 4
	Year 3 Semester 5
Course Category	Course Title
Disciplinary Major	Research Methods Qualitative
Disciplinary Major	Environmental Economics
Disciplinary Major	Geospatial Technology I: GIS of the Environment
Disciplinary Major	Environmental Law
Minor Course	Culture, Environment and Nature Based Solutions
Value Added Course	Environmental Ethics, Policies & Acts
	Year 3 Semester 6
Course Category	Course Title
Disciplinary Major	Climate Hazards and Disaster Preparedness
Disciplinary Major	Clean Energy, Technology and Policy
Disciplinary Major	Geospatial Technology II: Remote Sensing of the Environment
Minor Course	Environment Project Management
Minor Course	One Health
Ability Enhancement Course	Foreign Language
Internships	Internship
	Year 4 Semester 7
Course Category	Course Title
Disciplinary Major	Environment Impact and Risk Assessment
Disciplinary Major	Green Infrastructure and Urban Planning
Disciplinary Major	Environmental /Climate Data Analysis
Minor Course	Capstone Project Proposal / Online Course aligns with the Practicum
Minor Course	Biodiversity and Conservation
	Year 4 Semester 8
Course Category	Course Title
Dissertation	Capstone Research Project/ Environmental Science Practicum

Course Category	Course Title
	Semester 1-Elective Course 1
Ability Enhancement Course	Health and Happiness-I
	●      Basics of Graphic Designing -I -or ●      Basics of Fashion Designing-I –
	Semester 2-Elective Course 2
Ability Enhancement Course	Health and Happiness-II Effective storytelling in Multimedia
	●      Basics of Graphic Designing –   ●      Basics of Fashion Designing-II   ●      Basics of Video Editing
	Semester 3–Elective Course 3
Skill Enhancement Courses	Gender and Cinema
	Communications Skills for Sustainability
	Film Making -I
	Semester 4–Elective Course 4
	Softwares for Research
Skill Enhancement Courses	Basics of Animation and VFX
	Introduction to IPR

Programme Outcomes
Analyse Environmental Systems	Understand the core principles of environmental science and their links to human behaviour, climate adaptation, and resilience.
Evaluate Policy and Governance	Comprehend how economics, policy, and governance structures impact the environment and drive ecological disparities.
Master Sustainable Finance	Apply concepts of climate and green finance to support environmental initiatives.
Conduct Interdisciplinary Research	Utilise both qualitative and quantitative methodologies to execute rigorous environmental studies.
Manage Environmental Programmes	Implement fundamental planning, assessment, and evaluation techniques to solve complex environmental challenges.
Communicate Evidence	Use advanced communication principles to effectively disseminate scientific evidence across various platforms.
Utilise Geospatial Tools	Leverage geospatial technology to generate, analyse, and communicate critical environmental data.

The BSc-ES Hons. at DY Patil University positions graduates for the fast-growing environment and sustainability sector. With India and the world making ambitious climate, net-zero, biodiversity, and circular economy commitments, demand for environmental scientists, sustainability analysts, GIS specialists, ESG associates, and climate communicators continues to expand rapidly.

Graduates can pursue diverse careers across science and research in industry, data and technology, consulting and management, and policy and communication. With UNICEF as a knowledge partner, industry-facing minors, and an internship-heavy curriculum, BSc-ES Hons. students gain strong early exposure to real-world sustainability practice, while the Honours structure also opens direct pathways to the MSc in Environment and Sustainability at the same school, and to doctoral research abroad.

Graduates of the BSc in Environment and Sustainability can pursue diverse careers across multiple sectors, leveraging the programme’s interdisciplinary foundation. Career paths often align with a student’s chosen specialisations and specific skill sets.

Potential roles and placement opportunities include:

Science and Research in Industry

• Environmental Scientist / Chemist
• Field Researcher / Water Quality Scientist
• Research or Project Associate
• Corporate Social Responsibility
• Environment Social Governance Expert

Data and Technology

• Geospatial Analyst (GIS)
• Data Visualisation Analyst
• Environmental Data Support Associate

Consulting and Management

• Sustainability / Environmental Consultant
• Environmental / Waste Management Officer
• Recycling / Nature Conservation Officer
• Sustainability Management

Policy and Communication

• Environmental Policy Analyst
• Environmental / Climate Journalist
• Environmental Communications Associate / Education Officer
• Environmental Science Teacher

Career Area	Potential Career Roles
Environmental Science & Monitoring	Environmental Scientist • Environmental Analyst • Environmental Monitoring Associate • Environmental Field Associate
Environmental Consulting	Environmental Consultant • Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Associate • Environmental Compliance Associate • Sustainability Consultant
GIS & Geospatial	GIS Analyst • Geospatial Analyst • GIS Associate • Remote Sensing Analyst • Geo Analytics Associate
Environmental Data & Analytics	Environmental Data Analyst • Sustainability Data Analyst • Environmental Data Associate • Data Visualisation Associate
Climate Change & Resilience	Climate Change Associate • Climate Risk Analyst • Climate Resilience Associate • Climate Programme Associate
Biodiversity & Conservation	Biodiversity Conservation Associate • Ecological Field Associate • Conservation Programme Associate • Restoration Project Associate
Water & Natural Resources	Water Quality Analyst • Water Resources Associate • Natural Resources Management Associate • Watershed / Restoration Project Associate
Waste & Circular Economy	Waste Management Associate • Circular Economy Associate • Resource Recovery Associate • Waste Management Project Associate
Sustainability & ESG	Sustainability Analyst • ESG Analyst • ESG Reporting Associate • Corporate Sustainability Associate
Research & Project Management	Research Associate • Project Associate • Programme Associate • Research Assistant
Environmental Policy & Governance	Environmental Policy Associate • Climate Policy Associate • Policy Research Associate • Environmental Governance Associate
Environment & Health	Environmental Health Associate • One Health Programme Associate • Environmental Health Research Associate
Sustainability Communication & Education	Sustainability Communications Associate • Environmental Education Associate • Outreach & Engagement Associate • Environmental Content Associate
Government & Development Sector	Programme Associate • Environmental Project Associate • Natural Resources Programme Associate • Development Sector Associate
Entrepreneurship & Innovation	Sustainability Entrepreneur • Green Business Founder • Circular Economy Entrepreneur • Environmental Solutions Consultant
Higher Education & Research	Research Fellow • Project Researcher • MSc / PG Pathway • Doctoral Research Pathway

Placement Sectors

• Environmental agencies, State Pollution Control Boards, MoEFCC, and CPCB
• ESG and sustainability divisions of Indian and multinational corporations
• Environmental consulting firms and sustainability advisories
• NGOs, civil society organisations, and foundations working on environment and climate
• International organisations including UNICEF, UNEP, UNDP, WHO, and World Bank
• Research institutes, policy think tanks, and academia
• Renewable energy, water, waste management, and climate-tech companies
• Media, communications, and environmental education institutions
• Environmental entrepreneurship, incubators, and green start-ups

• Interdisciplinary approach to environment combining technology, social, and natural sciences.
• UNICEF is a knowledge partner.
• Opportunities for exchange programmes in globally recognised universities.
• Field immersion programmes and live projects for workplace readiness.
• Curriculum aligned with technological advancements such as GIS and Python.