Overview of the Department

Established in 2018, the Department of Environmental Sciences at J.C. Bose University of Science and Technology, YMCA, Faridabad, emerged from its earlier affiliation with the Department of Humanities and Sciences. The department began by offering M.Sc. in Environmental Sciences and Ph.D. programs, which had been functional since 2016. With growing environmental challenges and the urgent need for skilled professionals, the department expanded its academic scope to include Postgraduate Diploma in Waste Management and Minor Degree Programme in Environmental Analysis and Management.

It plays a crucial academic role by offering the mandatory Environmental Sciences course across all undergraduate programs of the university.

Driven by a committed, research-oriented faculty, the department has significantly enhanced its academic offerings, research infrastructure, and laboratory capabilities, aspiring to become a nationally recognized hub for environmental education and sustainable innovation.

Core Academic and Research Thrust Areas

The department promotes interdisciplinary teaching and research in critical areas of environmental sciences. Key thrust areas include:

• ·       Sustainable Water and Wastewater Treatment Technologies
• ·       Air Pollution Monitoring and Control
• ·       Environmental Green Nanotechnology
• ·       Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) and Source Apportionment
• ·       Solid Waste Management
• ·       Bioremediation and Low-Cost Sustainable Technologies
• ·       Microplastic Pollution and Bio waste Technology

These areas are embedded in academic curricula, research projects, and outreach activities to address local, regional and global environmental concerns.

Academic and Research Excellence

• Offers a comprehensive suite of programs — Minor, Postgraduate (MSc), and Doctoral (PhD) — aligned with the Choice-Based Credit System (CBCS).
• Innovative and interdisciplinary curriculum integrating foundational, elective, and industry-relevant modules.
• Emphasis on experiential learning through fieldwork, case studies, and hands-on instrumentation training.
• Faculty actively engaged in research projects funded by national agencies (e.g., DST, UGC, HSCSIT) with growing focus on interdisciplinary and applied environmental research.
• Opportunities for M.Sc. and Ph.D. students to work on real-world environmental challenges through dissertation work and funded research.
• Use of modern ICT tools and blended learning approaches for enhanced academic delivery.
• A vibrant research culture that encourages faculty and students to explore cutting-edge environmental issues.

• Emphasis on holistic student development through: Academic-industry interface, Skill development workshops, Value-added certificate courses.
• A growing alumni network supporting mentoring, internships, and placements across academia, research, industry, and policy sectors

MoUs and Collaborations

• Collaborations with industries to facilitate student internships, joint research, and consultancy services with environmental organizations.
• Strategic industry partnerships aimed at improving employability, access to live projects, and exposure to regulatory frameworks.

Modern Laboratory Infrastructure

The department has set up dedicated labs equipped with advanced instrumentation, including:

• ·       Gas Chromatography
• ·       Double Beam UV Spectrophotometer
• ·       Flame Photometer
• ·       Automatic Kjeldahl Apparatus
• ·       Rotary Evaporator
• ·       Respirable & Ultrafine Dust Samplers
• ·       VOC and Indoor Air Samplers
• ·       Stack Monitoring Kit
• ·       Multiparameter Analyzer
• ·       Biosafety Cabinet
• ·       Micro-weighting Balance
• ·       Muffle & Pyrolysis Furnace
• ·       Incubator cum Shaker

These facilities support both teaching and high-end research across various sub-disciplines of Environmental Sciences.

Future Plans: Plans to establish a Centre for Environmental Research and Innovation for promoting sustainable technologies and solutions.

Sustainability and Green Campus Initiatives

• Initiated the University’s “Tree Plantation and Care” Program to enhance green cover and promote sustainability through systematic plantation activities, geo-tagged monitoring, and long-term care of saplings — reinforcing the university’s commitment to environmental stewardship.
• Organization of environmental awareness events, seminars, and community outreach through Vasundhara Eco-Club
• Promotion of environmental leadership through field visits, hands-on training, and participatory learning