Master in Environmental Studies (MES)
Program Goal: Conservation of natural environment suitable for Buddha’s life and teachings and welfare of the people
Program Objective: Equip learners with knowledge, skill and attitude for independently conceptualizing, planning, implementing and evaluating environmental programs/projects based on Buddhist philosophy and applied sciences through innovative ideas for bringing positive changes in the people’s livelihood.
Course-List for MES
- ENVT 510 Basics of Environmental Science (Non-assessment course)
- ENVT 511 Monastic Experience in Conservation
- ENVT 512 Buddhist Perspectives of Environment
- ENVT 513 Ecosystem Services
- ENVT 514 Environmental Perspectives of Sustainable Development
- ENVT 515 Research Methodology in Environmental Fields
- ENVT 551 Environment Field Experience
- ENVT 552 Geographical Information System
- ENVT 553 Payment for Ecosystem Services
- ENVT 554 Environment Education
- ENVT 555 Natural Disasters
- ENVT 611 Outreach Program
- ENVT 612 Environmental Policy
- ENVT 613 Environmental Planning
- ENVT 614 Environmental Assessment (EA)
- ENVT 615 Green Technology
- ENVT 651 Globalization and Environment
- ENVT 652 Thesis
Modalities
Learner-centered modalities offering modular approaches, independent studies, experiential learning, practical applications, research and others
Conceptual clarity by empowering learners in online/physical sessions facilitated by experienced faculties using Buddhist pedagogy such as open-air sessions
Practical/Applications giving exposures to learners for real-life applications of theories/concepts
Experiential learning opportunities for individual efforts under faculty’s supervision, as follows:
- Monastic Experience (acquainted with Buddhist lifestyle)
- Field Experience (exposure on projects/programs)
- Outreach Program (serving the community)
Research knowledge, skill and attitude by testing ideas/tools in diverse fields for assignments, term-papers and thesis
Evaluation
Continuous evaluation of learners’ progress as tailored by faculties covering attendance, assignments, term papers and examinations
Course coverage
In general, courses have been designed to cover 40% on concepts & theories pertinent to the subject matter, and 30% each on Nepal specific and regional/global contexts.
Admissions
The minimum qualifications of learners for admissions will be as follows:
- CGPA 2.5 or 50% aggregate in the four year undergraduate programs of any stream
- CGPA 2.5 or 50% aggregate in the three year undergraduate programs of any stream, and 2 years of work experience in the relevant fields
Admissions
| SN | Particulars | 1st Semester | 2nd Semester | 3rd Semester | 4th Semester |
| 1 | Entrance Fee | 2500 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2 | LBU Registration | 5000 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3 | Tuition fee per Month | 12500 | 12500 | 12500 | 12500 |
| 4 | ID card | 500 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 5 | Game and Sports | * | * | * | * |
| 6 | Library fee | 4000 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 7 | Library Card | 500 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 8 | Laboratory Fee | * | * | * | * |
| 9 | Library Deposit | 5000 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 10 | Examination Mid Term | 1000 | 1000 | 1000 | 1000 |
| 11 | Examination Semester End | 2500 | 2500 | 2500 | 2500 |
| 12 | College Development Fund | 1000 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 13 | Student Welfare | 5000 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 14 | Security Deposit | 5000 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 15 | Thesis | 0 | 0 | 0 | 15000 |
| 16 | Seminar | * | * | * | * |
| 17 | Field Visit | * | * | * | * |
| 18 | Publication | * | * | * | * |
| Sub Total | 44500 | 16000 | 16000 | 31000 | |
| Five Months Fee | 62500 | 62500 | 62500 | 62500 | |
| Payment Per Students at Semester End | 107000 | 78500 | 78500 | 93500 | |
| Installments of Payment | |||||
| At the time of Admission | 53500 | 39250 | 39250 | 46750 | |
| At the time of Final Examination | 53500 | 39250 | 39250 | 46750 | |
| Total Payment Students In 2 years | 357500 | ||||
| Fees For International Students | |||||
| Fee for SAARC Students | 536250 | ||||
| Fee for the International Students | 715000 | ||||