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BSc Environmental Management | PU (Pokhara)

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Overview

Pokhara University offers four years Bachelor of Science in Environment Management program. It is four years duration which prepares qualified environment management professionals who have a broad understanding of environment, environment issues, problems, and interrelations with other areas. It provides knowledge of using environmental resources and also apply measures for sustainable development, work with policies, laws, and conventions, assess and monitor climate change and environmental impact, minimize waste and prevent degradation, assess risk, and prevent conflicts, disasters. It also will help to play a pivotal role in sustainable tourism management, urban development and apply technology and mechanisms to conserve environment and natural resources. 

Objectives of BSc Environmental Management

Some of the major objectives of Bachelor of Science in Environmental Management program are listed below:

  • To enable students to apply technology and theory when addressing environmental issues.
  • To enable students to scrutinize mitigation and remediation strategies for diverse environmental hazards.
  • To prepare students to work collaboratively in teams while addressing issues.
  • To equip students with management tools and prepare them for further education or career advancement.

Admission Requirements in BSc Environmental Management

Job Prospects:

Graduates with Bachelor of Science in Environment Management degree have a wide range of employment opportunities in various fields, including state departments, commonwealth agencies responsible for conservation, water, climate change policy, and the environment. Some of the job opportunities for them include:

  1. Environmental Science Consultancy for government agencies.
  2. Employment in environmental regulatory bodies.
  3. Involvement in Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) projects.
  4. Opportunities in marine and coastal management.
  5. Work in land rehabilitation projects.
  6. Research positions related to environmental management.
  7. Employment in the mining industry, focusing on environmental management and sustainability.

Required Documents:

When applying for admission to the Bachelor of Science in Environment Management program, applicants are typically required to submit the following documents:

  1. Attested copies of mark sheets and character certificate of SLC (School Leaving Certificate) and 10+2 or PCL (Proficiency Certificate Level) equivalent.
  2. Duly filled and signed application form.

Career and Scope

After the implementation of environmental protection legislation in Nepal, there is an increasing demand for skilled human resources in environmental management within local, regional, and central enforcement agencies. Graduates with a Bachelor of Science in Environment Management degree can explore various career opportunities in NGOs, INGOs, as well as other voluntary and statutory organizations.

Job Prospects:

Graduates with BSc Environmental Management degree have a wide range of employment opportunities in various fields, including state departments, commonwealth agencies responsible for conservation, water, climate change policy, and the environment. Here are some examples of job opportunities for them:

  • Environmental Science Consultancy for government agencies.
  • Employment in environmental regulatory bodies.
  • Involvement in Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) projects.
  • Opportunities in marine and coastal management.
  • Work in land rehabilitation projects.
  • Research positions related to environmental management.
  • Employment in the mining industry, focusing on environmental management and sustainability.

These are just a few examples, and there may be other job prospects available to graduates with a Bachelor of Science in Environment Management degree.