MSc in Energy Economics, Environment and Policy

The program is intended for postgraduate Masters of Sciences in Energy Economics, Environment and Policy will be offered to two different groups.
Group I: Full-Time Students
The Time length for Group I will be of 2 years, comprising three semesters and 3 months of Dissertation writing.
Group II: Part-Time Students
Students will be given between 2 to 3 years to complete the degree allowing them to choose their own work load with a minimum of three courses in the first semester and two onwards. They will also be allowed a time period of 3-6 months for the completion of their dissertations (though strict compliance with initial deadline submitted by them will be enforced).

Requirements for the Program

An undergraduate degree in any of the following:

• Economics or an Undergrad with minor in economics, finance or business
• Science (including Environmental science) and/or engineering Also, all applicants will be required to fulfill the requirements outlined by the Department of Economics.

Program Objectives

The  program aims to provide:

• A thorough understanding of the economics of energy supply, demand and policy (both in Pakistan and Internationally)
• The graduates not only technical, but also analytical understanding of the global energy economy, and its sectors.
• Them with the ability to make complex decisions in the industry given the environmental constraints and the know-how to resolve problems
• An understanding of different economic, political and policy dynamics or energy and related problems.

The program is unique to Pakistan and will focus on the areas that have gained importance in the global energy economic agenda:

1. Environment and Climate
2. Energy Economics
3. Modelling
4. Regulations and Policy
5. Efficiency and Security

There is a need for specially qualified professionals who have the aptitude required to apply their knowledge and skills to a variety of issues and are able to relate the results to policy making and planning.

Dissertation

Method of Assessment:
Courses related to Energy will consist of 75% written examination and 25% assignment. The rest will follow the same procedure as followed by the Department of Economics. The Research Methods course will consist of 25% assignment and 75% dissertation.