Curriculum Overview
Course Structure and Credit Distribution
The Environmental Science program at The Dhamma Dipa International Buddhist University South Tripura is structured over 8 semesters, with each semester carrying a total of 20 credits. The curriculum includes core courses, departmental electives, science electives, and laboratory components designed to provide students with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills.
| Year | Semester | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Structure (L-T-P-C) | Prerequisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | Semester 1 | ENV-101 | Introduction to Environmental Science | 3-1-0-4 | - |
| ENV-102 | Basic Biology | 3-1-0-4 | - | ||
| ENV-103 | Chemistry for Environmental Applications | 3-1-0-4 | - | ||
| ENV-104 | Physics for Environmental Sciences | 3-1-0-4 | - | ||
| ENV-105 | Mathematics for Environmental Science | 3-1-0-4 | - | ||
| ENV-106 | Environmental Ethics and Values | 2-0-0-2 | - | ||
| ENV-107 | Introduction to GIS and Remote Sensing | 2-0-2-3 | - | ||
| ENV-108 | Basic Laboratory Skills in Environmental Science | 0-0-4-2 | - | ||
| ENV-109 | Environmental Policy and Governance | 3-1-0-4 | - | ||
| ENV-110 | Field Ecology and Survey Techniques | 0-0-6-3 | - | ||
| Year 1 | Semester 2 | ENV-201 | Ecology and Ecosystems | 3-1-0-4 | ENV-102, ENV-103 |
| ENV-202 | Environmental Chemistry | 3-1-0-4 | ENV-103 | ||
| ENV-203 | Hydrology and Water Resources | 3-1-0-4 | ENV-104 | ||
| ENV-204 | Atmospheric Science | 3-1-0-4 | ENV-104 | ||
| ENV-205 | Environmental Microbiology | 3-1-0-4 | ENV-102 | ||
| ENV-206 | Geographical Information Systems (GIS) | 2-0-2-3 | ENV-107 | ||
| ENV-207 | Environmental Data Analysis | 3-1-0-4 | ENV-105 | ||
| ENV-208 | Basic Field Survey and Mapping | 0-0-6-3 | - | ||
| ENV-209 | Environmental Pollution Control | 3-1-0-4 | ENV-202 | ||
| ENV-210 | Lab Practicals in Environmental Chemistry | 0-0-4-2 | - | ||
| Year 2 | Semester 3 | ENV-301 | Environmental Impact Assessment | 3-1-0-4 | ENV-201, ENV-202, ENV-203 |
| ENV-302 | Biodiversity and Conservation Biology | 3-1-0-4 | ENV-201 | ||
| ENV-303 | Climate Change Science and Policy | 3-1-0-4 | ENV-204 | ||
| ENV-304 | Sustainable Agriculture Practices | 3-1-0-4 | ENV-201 | ||
| ENV-305 | Renewable Energy Systems | 3-1-0-4 | ENV-104 | ||
| ENV-306 | Environmental Law and Regulation | 2-0-0-2 | ENV-109 | ||
| ENV-307 | GIS Applications in Environmental Science | 2-0-2-3 | ENV-206 | ||
| ENV-308 | Environmental Monitoring Techniques | 0-0-4-2 | - | ||
| ENV-309 | Water Quality Assessment | 3-1-0-4 | ENV-203 | ||
| ENV-310 | Mini Project I - Literature Review and Proposal | 0-0-6-3 | - | ||
| Year 2 | Semester 4 | ENV-401 | Environmental Economics and Cost-Benefit Analysis | 3-1-0-4 | ENV-301 |
| ENV-402 | Industrial Ecology and Waste Management | 3-1-0-4 | ENV-209 | ||
| ENV-403 | Urban Sustainability and Planning | 3-1-0-4 | ENV-301 | ||
| ENV-404 | Environmental Data Analytics | 3-1-0-4 | ENV-207 | ||
| ENV-405 | Machine Learning in Environmental Science | 3-1-0-4 | ENV-404 | ||
| ENV-406 | Environmental Health and Toxicology | 3-1-0-4 | ENV-202 | ||
| ENV-407 | Climate Modeling and Forecasting | 3-1-0-4 | ENV-303 | ||
| ENV-408 | Remote Sensing for Environmental Monitoring | 2-0-2-3 | ENV-206 | ||
| ENV-409 | Mini Project II - Data Collection and Analysis | 0-0-6-3 | - | ||
| ENV-410 | Environmental Communication and Public Awareness | 2-0-0-2 | - | ||
| Year 3 | Semester 5 | ENV-501 | Advanced Environmental Chemistry | 3-1-0-4 | ENV-202 |
| ENV-502 | Sustainable Urban Development | 3-1-0-4 | ENV-403 | ||
| ENV-503 | Biodiversity Conservation and Restoration | 3-1-0-4 | ENV-302 | ||
| ENV-504 | Green Energy Technologies | 3-1-0-4 | ENV-305 | ||
| ENV-505 | Ecosystem Services and Valuation | 3-1-0-4 | ENV-201 | ||
| ENV-506 | Environmental Risk Assessment | 3-1-0-4 | ENV-301 | ||
| ENV-507 | Water Resources Management and Planning | 3-1-0-4 | ENV-203 | ||
| ENV-508 | Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security | 3-1-0-4 | ENV-304 | ||
| ENV-509 | Final Year Thesis Proposal | 0-0-6-3 | - | ||
| ENV-510 | Research Methodology in Environmental Science | 2-0-0-2 | - | ||
| Year 3 | Semester 6 | ENV-601 | Environmental Policy and Governance | 3-1-0-4 | ENV-109 |
| ENV-602 | Environmental Economics and Financing | 3-1-0-4 | ENV-401 | ||
| ENV-603 | Cross-Cultural Environmental Ethics | 2-0-0-2 | ENV-106 | ||
| ENV-604 | Environmental Data Visualization | 3-1-0-4 | ENV-404 | ||
| ENV-605 | Sustainable Manufacturing Processes | 3-1-0-4 | ENV-402 | ||
| ENV-606 | Environmental Education and Outreach | 2-0-0-2 | - | ||
| ENV-607 | Advanced GIS Applications | 2-0-2-3 | ENV-501 | ||
| ENV-608 | Environmental Ethics and Social Justice | 2-0-0-2 | ENV-106 | ||
| ENV-609 | Internship Preparation Workshop | 0-0-4-2 | - | ||
| ENV-610 | Mini Project III - Research Execution | 0-0-6-3 | - | ||
| Year 4 | Semester 7 | ENV-701 | Advanced Climate Science and Modeling | 3-1-0-4 | ENV-303, ENV-407 |
| ENV-702 | Environmental Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 3-1-0-4 | - | ||
| ENV-703 | Global Environmental Governance | 3-1-0-4 | ENV-601 | ||
| ENV-704 | Environmental Data Science and AI | 3-1-0-4 | ENV-405 | ||
| ENV-705 | Environmental Impact Assessment and Reporting | 3-1-0-4 | ENV-301 | ||
| ENV-706 | Sustainable Infrastructure Design | 3-1-0-4 | ENV-403 | ||
| ENV-707 | Environmental Risk Management | 3-1-0-4 | ENV-506 | ||
| ENV-708 | Final Year Capstone Project | 0-0-12-6 | - | ||
| ENV-709 | Professional Ethics in Environmental Science | 2-0-0-2 | - | ||
| ENV-710 | Environmental Communication and Public Speaking | 2-0-0-2 | - | ||
| Year 4 | Semester 8 | ENV-801 | Final Year Thesis and Presentation | 0-0-6-3 | ENV-509 |
| ENV-802 | Environmental Internship | 0-0-12-6 | - | ||
| ENV-803 | Industry Exposure and Case Studies | 3-1-0-4 | - | ||
| ENV-804 | Environmental Policy Advocacy | 2-0-0-2 | ENV-601 | ||
| ENV-805 | Advanced Environmental Data Analytics | 3-1-0-4 | ENV-404 | ||
| ENV-806 | Environmental Ethics and Community Engagement | 2-0-0-2 | ENV-106 | ||
| ENV-807 | Environmental Management Systems | 3-1-0-4 | ENV-301 | ||
| ENV-808 | Final Capstone Report and Viva Voce | 0-0-6-3 | - | ||
| ENV-809 | Environmental Sustainability Auditing | 3-1-0-4 | ENV-705 | ||
| ENV-810 | Graduation and Placement Preparation | 0-0-4-2 | - |
Advanced Departmental Elective Courses
Advanced departmental elective courses in Environmental Science are designed to deepen students' expertise and expose them to emerging areas of research and practice:
- Environmental Data Analytics: This course introduces students to statistical modeling, data visualization, and predictive analytics using environmental datasets. Students learn how to apply advanced analytical techniques to assess pollution trends, model ecosystem dynamics, and support decision-making in environmental management.
- Machine Learning in Environmental Science: Focused on applying machine learning algorithms to environmental challenges such as climate forecasting, species distribution modeling, and pollution prediction. Students gain hands-on experience with Python-based tools and platforms like TensorFlow and scikit-learn.
- Sustainable Urban Development: This course explores the integration of green infrastructure, smart city technologies, and sustainable planning principles in urban environments. Students study case studies from cities around the world and develop strategies for promoting environmental sustainability in rapidly growing metropolitan areas.
- Green Energy Technologies: A comprehensive exploration of renewable energy systems including solar photovoltaics, wind turbines, hydroelectric power, and bioenergy technologies. The course emphasizes both technical aspects and policy frameworks that support clean energy transition.
- Biodiversity Conservation and Restoration: This course focuses on biodiversity assessment methods, habitat restoration techniques, and conservation planning strategies. Students engage in field projects to evaluate ecosystem health and develop actionable plans for protecting endangered species and ecosystems.
- Environmental Risk Assessment: Designed to equip students with tools and methodologies for identifying, analyzing, and mitigating environmental risks. The course covers regulatory compliance, risk communication, and the use of quantitative models in environmental decision-making.
- Water Resources Management and Planning: This course addresses water scarcity issues, watershed management, irrigation efficiency, and sustainable water use policies. Students learn how to balance competing demands for water resources while ensuring long-term availability and quality.
- Climate Modeling and Forecasting: An advanced treatment of climate models, their limitations, and applications in forecasting future climate scenarios. The course includes training on using global circulation models and regional climate models to assess impacts on ecosystems and human societies.
- Environmental Economics and Cost-Benefit Analysis: Students learn how economic tools can be applied to environmental problems, including valuation of ecosystem services, cost-benefit analysis of pollution control measures, and financial incentives for sustainable practices.
- Environmental Health and Toxicology: This course examines the health impacts of environmental pollutants on human populations. Topics include exposure pathways, toxicokinetics, epidemiological studies, and regulatory approaches to controlling environmental health risks.
Project-Based Learning Philosophy
The department's philosophy on project-based learning is grounded in experiential education, collaboration, and innovation. Students are encouraged to pursue real-world projects that address pressing environmental challenges and contribute to sustainable development goals. Projects can be individual or team-based, involving fieldwork, laboratory research, data analysis, policy evaluation, or community engagement.
The mandatory mini-projects begin in the third semester and continue through the sixth semester, allowing students to apply theoretical concepts learned in class to practical situations. These projects are supervised by faculty members who provide guidance on methodology, research design, and data interpretation. Students select their projects based on personal interests, faculty expertise, and availability of resources.
The final-year thesis or capstone project is a culmination of all prior learning experiences. Students choose a topic relevant to current environmental issues, conduct independent research, and present findings to an academic committee. The project may result in publishable research papers, policy recommendations, or prototype solutions that can be implemented by organizations or communities.
Evaluation criteria for projects include research quality, methodology, presentation skills, innovation, and societal relevance. Faculty mentors are selected based on their expertise in the chosen topic area, ensuring students receive guidance from professionals who understand both academic rigor and real-world applicability.