B.Sc. · Undergraduate
Environmental Science & Climate Technology
- Degree
- B.Sc.
- Level
- Undergraduate
Programme overview
This four-year program prepares students to tackle some of the most pressing global challenges: climate change, desertification, biodiversity loss, and environmental degradation. With a strong focus on the Sahel's unique ecological context, students gain both scientific expertise and policy knowledge, empowering them to design sustainable solutions that balance environmental stewardship, economic development, and community resilience. Graduates are equipped not only to serve Africa but also to contribute to international climate and sustainability efforts.
Curriculum
Year 1
36 courses- 01General Biology
- 02General Chemistry
- 03Environmental Studies I
- 04Introduction to Climate
- 05Science
- 06Academic Writing & Communication Skills
- 07Year 2
- 08Ecology
- 09Soil Science
- 10Hydrology
- 11Environmental Chemistry
- 12Statistics & Data
- 13Analysis for Environmental Science
- 14Year 3
- 15Climate Change & Adaptation
- 16Renewable Energy for Sustainability
- 17Geographic
- 18Information Systems (GIS)
- 19Environmental Policy & Law
- 20Research Methods in
- 21Environmental Studies
- 22Year 4
- 23Sustainable Land Management
- 24Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
- 25Advanced
- 26Climate Modeling
- 27Capstone Research Project
- 28Professional Internship in
- 29Environmental Organizations
- 30Sample Courses
- 31Climate Change & Global Warming
- 32Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
- 33GIS & Remote Sensing for the Environment
- 34Renewable Energy & Climate Mitigation
- 35Sustainable Land & Water Management
- 36Environmental Policy & Governance in Africa
Course lists are indicative and may be updated as the programme is accredited and reviewed.
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