Environmental Studies is an interdisciplinary field that explores the interconnection between humans and the natural environment. Modern environmental issues reflect the complex interactions of natural and social systems at global and local scales, and the resulting impacts on the Earth have led many to ask whether humankind has entered into a new epoch in the planet’s history, one in which humans are now a key driver in the change of Earth systems. The Environmental Studies fosters the critical, integrative thinking required to better understand the complexities of this human-nature relationship and the resultant scales of impact and to assess and develop solutions that meet intergenerational human needs without compromising the natural systems upon which humans depend.

As per the University Grants Commission (UGC) guidelines, our college has also introduced a compulsory six month-module ability enhancement course on Environmental Science (AECC 1) at all branches of the undergraduate degree. The Department of Environmental Studies offers six months compulsory undergraduate minor elective Course for Environmental Studies and Other interdisciplinary courses for students interested in broadening their understanding of environmental issues and challenges. These courses often are team-taught by expert faculty having specialization in various areas of environmental sciences.