Saturday, 01 JUNE 2024 | PNS | DEHRADUN
The Doon University has introduced three new certificate courses, including a Master of Science (MSc) in Urban Development Management, as part of an initiative to encourage the participation of youth in urban development. The university’s registrar MS Mandrawal informed that the launch of these courses is focused on urban development management. The curriculum offers a two-year MSc programme in urban development management leading to a degree. Additionally, three certificate courses are being offered in urban governance planning, urban infrastructure and land management and urban economy environment and smart city course, each lasting one year. The first session for these courses is scheduled to commence in the academic year 2024-2025, he added.
He further said that students who have completed their graduation are eligible to enroll in urban development management courses. Further, to apply for these courses, students can register through the university website. He said that due to the sudden launch of the courses and to stay ahead of the competition, the registration deadline has been extended to June 15.
He reiterated that the primary objective of launching this course is to address the fact that while many cities are referred to as smart cities, in reality, there is a lack of expertise to make this concept a reality. So, in order to promote proper urban development, this course has been introduced. He also highlighted that the course aims to facilitate the appropriate development of urban areas and enhance employment opportunities for the youth.
Commenting about the faculty for teaching the newly launched course in the university, Mandrawal stated that the State government has approved four teaching positions for the urban development management course. These positions are expected to be filled shortly, and the inaugural session of the courses is scheduled to begin in 2024. Additionally, he said that the university has made a total of 25 seats available for this course.
