Course Overview:

The BA in Sustainability Studies is an interdisciplinary program designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to address environmental, social, and economic challenges facing the world today. The course integrates aspects of ecology, environmental science, policy-making, social justice, and sustainable development.

Course Duration:

• 3 years (6 semesters)

Average Fees:

• ₹50,000 - ₹1,50,000 per year (depending on the institution)

Exams to Attend:

• Institutions may have entrance exams, while some accept scores from national exams such as the CUET (Common University Entrance Test) or institutional entrance tests. In addition, some institutions may require interviews or assessments based on academic performance in the 12th standard.

Syllabus: Semester-wise Breakdown

Semester 1:

1. Introduction to Sustainability Studies

2. Environmental Science

3. Basics of Sustainable Development

4. Economics and Sustainability

5. Ecology and Ecosystem Services

6. Foundation Course: Communication Skills

Semester 2:

1. Global Environmental Issues

2. Environmental Policy and Law

3. Social Aspects of Sustainability

4. Energy, Water, and Waste Management

5. Quantitative Techniques for Sustainability

6. Foundation Course: Environmental Ethics

Semester 3:

1. Sustainable Urban Development

2. Climate Change and Mitigation

3. Biodiversity Conservation

4. Renewable Energy Sources

5. Research Methodology in Sustainability

6. Elective: Environmental Education or Green Marketing

Semester 4:

1. Environmental Impact Assessment

2. Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security

3. Climate Adaptation Strategies

4. Waste Management and Circular Economy

5. Project Work: Community-Based Environmental Projects

6. Elective: Environmental Governance or Corporate Social Responsibility

Semester 5:

1. Global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

2. Urban and Rural Sustainability

3. Eco-Tourism and Sustainable Practices

4. Sustainable Technology and Innovation

5. Project Work: Research-Based Sustainability Project

6. Elective: Disaster Management or Environmental Entrepreneurship

Semester 6:

1. Advanced Topics in Sustainability

2. Environmental Justice and Advocacy

3. Sustainability Assessment and Reporting

4. Environmental Economics and Natural Resources Management

5. Final Dissertation or Capstone Project

6. Elective: Sustainable Business Practices or Sustainable Energy Systems

Top 10 Ranking Institutions for BA in Sustainability Studies in India

1. Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), Mumbai

2. TERI School of Advanced Studies, New Delhi

3. Symbiosis School for Liberal Arts, Pune

4. Ashoka University, Haryana

5. Flame University, Pune

6. O.P. Jindal Global University, Sonipat

7. Azim Premji University, Bangalore

8. Amity Institute of Environmental Sciences, Noida

9. Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal

10. Xavier University, Bhubaneswar

Top 10 Institutions in Kerala for BA in Sustainability Studies

1. Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Kochi

2. University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram

3. Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam

4. Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT), Kochi

5. Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies (KUFOS), Kochi

6. St. Teresa's College, Ernakulam

7. Union Christian College, Aluva

8. CMS College, Kottayam

9. Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit, Kalady

10. Farook College, Kozhikode