Post Graduate Diploma in Environmental Science (PGES)

Post Graduate Diploma in Environmental Science (PGES) is a Diploma level Environmental Science course. Environmental science is an interdisciplinary academic field that integrates physical and biological sciences, (including but not limited to ecology, physics, chemistry, biology, soil science, geology, atmospheric science and geography) to the study of the environment, and the solution of environmental problems. Environmental science provides an integrated, quantitative, and interdisciplinary approach to the study of environmental systems.

Post Graduate Diploma in Environmental Science (PGES) Eligibility

• Aspiring candidates should have passed graduation or its equivalent with minimum 50% marks.
• In reputed institutes, there is an entrance test for admission.

Post Graduate Diploma in Environmental Science (PGES) Syllabus

Syllabus of Environmental Science as prescribed by various Universities and Colleges.

Post Graduate Diploma in Environmental Science (PGES) Colleges

• International Institute of Education and Research, Jaipur
• Vikrama Simhapuri University - VSU, Nellore
• Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University, Garhwal

Post Graduate Diploma in Environmental Science (PGES) Course Suitability

• The ability to gather, analyse and communicate complex and often diverse technical data to others, developing both written and oral communication skills also are good skills for the course.
• The course is suitable for those who are willing to go for teaching fields at higher level i.e. college and university level both in private and government institutions. 
• They should have research skills and the ability to solve problems, useful in both environmental and non-environmental-related jobs. 
• Other essential skills are the ability to plan and manage projects which might include time management, risk assessment, teamwork, problem-solving and analysis. 

How is Post Graduate Diploma in Environmental Science (PGES) Course Beneficial?

• After having passed the degree course the candidates are able to protect the environment from destruction or pollution. Cleansing of rivers and forests are some of the activities in which the environmentalist is involved. 
• The Course gives a solid base for higher degree programs in respective subjects, e.g. M.Phil., etc.
• It provides flexibility to work in all kinds of environments, which is developed through field-work experience.
• They can go for teaching in schools on a private basis and after passing the NET exam they can become a permanent lecturer at colleges/universities level. 

Post Graduate Diploma in Environmental Science (PGES) Employment Areas

• Academic Institutes
• Content Writings (Nature-Based)
• National Parks & Wildlife Sanctuaries
• Pollution Control Boards
• Waste Management Plants
• Water Treatment Plants

Post Graduate Diploma in Environmental Science (PGES) Job Types

• Environment Journalist
• Environment Photographer
• Environmental Technician
• Forest Carbon Specialist
• Lecturer & Professor
• Research Assistant
• Senior Catastrophe Risk Modeller
• Wildlife Film Maker