The Post Graduate Diploma in Environmental Sanitation (PGDES) is a one-year postgraduate diploma programme that focuses on the study and management of sanitation, hygiene, and environmental health. The course aims to develop professionals with the knowledge and technical skills to design, implement, and manage sustainable sanitation systems that promote public health and environmental protection.
The programme covers subjects such as environmental science, waste management, water supply and treatment, sewage and drainage systems, public health engineering, solid and hazardous waste management, and environmental legislation. Students also gain practical exposure through laboratory work, field visits, and project-based learning related to sanitation planning and environmental monitoring.
Career opportunities for graduates of the Post Graduate Diploma in Environmental Sanitation include roles as environmental officers, sanitation engineers, waste management consultants, public health specialists, and project coordinators in government departments, urban local bodies, NGOs, and environmental consultancies. Graduates are equipped to contribute to sustainable sanitation practices, public health improvement, and environmental conservation initiatives at community, regional, and national levels.
