Advanced Diploma in Climate Change
- Level
- Advanced Diploma(MNQF Level 6)
- Duration
- 2 years(4 Semesters)
- Modes
- Available Modes (Full-Time, Full-Time (Blended))
- Course Fee
- Course FeeMVR 19,920
SUMMARY
- previous Intake
- February Intake 2025
- Campus
- Male' (Full-Time (Blended))
previous Intake
Overview
Bachelor of Science in Climate Change will provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the science behind climate change, its impacts on the environment and human health, and the strategies and tools for mitigating and adapting to its effect. Maldives is a country entirely build by coral reefs and surrounded by oceans and seas rich in marine life, climate change has a significant impact on the future survival of the country. Hence, training on climate change is much needed for developing climate-change leaders in the Maldives. This is the first time a BSc in Climate Change degree is offered in Maldives. At present, the Maldives is very much in need of technical expertise in this area and this degree can play a crucial role in filling the gaps of training needs of the Maldivian youths in areas related to climate change.
Entry Requirements
General Entry
- i) 2 passes in GCE A' level including a pass in a science subject OR
- ii) 2 passes in GCE A' level and a GCE O level pass in a science subject OR
- iii) Attainment of a Level 4 qualification in a related field OR
- iv) Attainment of a Level 4 Foundation Study for Science
Language Requirements
- i) Certified proficiency in English (GCE O' level English pass/ IGCSE English pass/ MNU English Language Competency Test or equivalent)
General Notes
- Entry requirements are indicative. Depending on the sequence and the number of applications received, all qualifying students may not gain entry.
- Circumstances may require the University to defer or cancel some courses, especially when the minimum class size (10 for certificate & diploma courses, 15 for Degrees courses) is not achieved.
- Passes at GCE OL/SSC and HSC is considered to be grades "C" or above and passes at GCE AL is considered to be the grades "E" or above.
Semester 1
| Type | Code | Name | Prerequisites | Credit Points | Fee (MVR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CORE | ENV113 Introduction to Climate Change Science (CORE) | Introduction to Climate Change Science | 15 Introduction to Climate Change Science (CORE) (15) (15) | 1,245 1,245 | |
ENV103 Introduction to Earth and Marine Science (CORE) | 1,245 1,245 | ||||
SCI107 Scientific and Analytical Skills (CORE) | 1,245 1,245 | ||||
BIO123 Life on Earth (CORE) | 1,245 1,245 | ||||
| Semester Total | 60 | 4,980 4,980 |
Semester 2
| Type | Code | Name | Prerequisites | Credit Points | Fee (MVR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CORE | ENV111 Field Techniques (CORE) | Field Techniques | 15 Field Techniques (CORE) (15) (15) | 1,245 1,245 | |
STA123 Statistics and Data Analysis for Climate Science (CORE) | 1,245 1,245 | ||||
ENV115 Atmosphere, Weather and Climate (CORE) | 1,245 1,245 | ||||
ENV117 Principles of Ecology and Conservation (CORE) | 1,245 1,245 | ||||
| Semester Total | 60 | 4,980 4,980 |
Semester 3
| Type | Code | Name | Prerequisites | Credit Points | Fee (MVR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CORE | ENV215 Geographic information system (CORE) | Geographic information system | 15 Geographic information system (CORE) (15) (15) | 1,245 1,245 | |
ENV225 Protected area management and Marine Spatial Planning (CORE) | 1,245 1,245 | ||||
ENV227 Climate Change and Public Health (CORE) | 1,245 1,245 | ||||
Elective 1 (ELECTIVE) | 1,245 1,245 | ||||
SOC015 Maldivian Studies (CORE) | 0 0 | ||||
| Semester Total | 60 | 4,980 4,980 |
Semester 4
| Type | Code | Name | Prerequisites | Credit Points | Fee (MVR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CORE | SCI205 Research Methods and Experimental Design (CORE) | Research Methods and Experimental Design | 15 Research Methods and Experimental Design (CORE) (15) (15) | 1,245 1,245 | |
ENV229 Sea Level Change and Coastal Evolution (CORE) | 1,245 1,245 | ||||
ENV231 Blue Economy and Ocean Sustainability (CORE) | 1,245 1,245 | ||||
Elective 1 (ELECTIVE) | 1,245 1,245 | ||||
| Semester Total | 60 | 4,980 4,980 |
Elective 1
| Type | Code | Name | Prerequisites | Credit Points | Fee (MVR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTIVE | ENV233 Sustainable Development Theories and Practices (ELECTIVE) | Sustainable Development Theories and Practices | Nil | 15 Sustainable Development Theories and Practices (ELECTIVE) (15) (15) | 1,245 1,245 |
ENV235 Integrated Water Resource management (ELECTIVE) | Nil | 1,245 1,245 | |||
ENV203 Integrated waste management (ELECTIVE) | Nil | 1,245 1,245 | |||
ENV237 Climate change and Agriculture (ELECTIVE) | Nil | 1,245 1,245 |
| Course Total | 240 CP | Total: 19,920 19,920 |
Fees stated above are tuition fees for local students. Fees for international students is twice the stated fees. All fees are quoted in MVR.
While every reasonable effort has been exerted to ensure the accuracy of the fees published by the Maldives National University, it is important to note that the University reserves the prerogative to modify fees without prior notification, whether prompted by altered circumstances or otherwise. Applicants are hereby alerted to the fact that the outlined plans for various courses (including but not limited to lecturers and terms) as disclosed in the University's publications are indicative of intent. Such representations shall not be construed as constituting a binding offer or covenant for which the University assumes liability. Should you desire to pursue a specific subject as an elective, it is incumbent upon you to verify its availability in the respective term. In the event of any verbal communication from a University representative conflicting with a document officially published by the University, the latter shall be deemed authoritative.
Careers
Environmental Scientist; Conservation Scientist; Climatologist; Sustainability consultant; Environmental Lawyer; Renewable Energy Scientist; Hydrologists; Ecologist; Climate change analyst; Geoscientist; Environmental Engineer; Climate policy analyst