Post Graduate Diploma in Environmental Law and Policy (PGDELP)

• The PG Diploma comprises of 32 Credits or 500 Marks.
• The course is divided into two semesters (Semester I and Semester II).
• The course consists of 5 courses out of which four are theoretical courses and one is a practical training course.
• Courses 1 & 4 will be of 6 credits each.
• Course 2 & 3 will be of 8 credits each.
• Practical training course will be of 4 credits.
• All the courses are compulsory. Participants will be issued certificate only on completion of all courses (course submissions).
• Unit 1 – An Introduction to Environment, Nature and Ecosystem
  Unit 2 – Origins and Sources of Environmental Law
  Unit 3 – Environmental Governance in International and National Context
  Unit 4 – Introduction to Climate Change
   

  COURSE 2 – MULTILATERAL ENVIRONMENTAL AGREEMENTS [Credits- 8]

  Unit 5 – Evolution of Multilateral Environmental Agreements
  Unit 6 – Introduction to Trade and Environment
  Unit 7 – Right to Environment as Human Right
  Unit 8 – Nature and Origin of International Environmental Organisations
  Unit 9 – Multilateral Environmental Agreements and Dispute Settlement Mechanisms
  Unit 10 – Interface between Environment and Health
   

  Online Assessment Examination – Open book exam or take-home exam shall be conducted at the end of I Semester.

  Semester - II  

  COURSE 3 – NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL LAW AND POLICY [Credits- 8]

  Unit 11 – Environmental Law and the Indian Constitution
  Unit 12 – Environment and other relevant laws
  Unit 13 – National Environment (Pollution) Law
  Unit 14 – National Environment (Conservation) Laws
  Unit 15 – Climate Change Policy in India
  Unit 16 – Urbanisation and Environment
  Unit 17 – Tourism and Environmental
   

  COURSE 4 – ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION MECHANISMS [Credits- 6]

  Unit 18 – Indian Judiciary and Environment
  Unit 19 – Right to Information and Environment
  Unit 20 – The National Green Tribunal
  Unit 21 – Compensation, Restoration, Rehabilitation and Liability
   

  COURSE 5 – PRACTICAL TRAINING

  Preparation and submission of Synopsis and Term End Paper

  Online Assessment Examination – Open book exam or take-home exam shall be conducted at the end of II Semester

  *While developing the study material, depending on the unit length and issues covered some titles of the units may change.

   

  Evaluation System

  • The evaluation is a continuous process though out the course and participants will be evaluated on the basis of assignments, discussions, term end paper/project work and semester end examinations.
  • The course is divided into two semesters; each semester has two theory courses. Participants must submit a total of four assignments, one for each theory Course.
  • Additionally, participants are required to submit a Synopsis and a Project Report (Term End Paper), both of which are a part of the ‘Practical Training’ component under Course VII.
  • Participation in discussion forum is mandatory.
   

  Assignments

  The main purpose of assignment is to test the participant’s comprehension of the study material provided and general interpretation of concepts keeping in view the current scenario. The assignments will account for 50% of total assessment. Submission of all assignments is compulsory.

   

  Semester end examination

  After end of each semester, the participants have to appear for an ‘open book examination or take-home examination’. The participant will be free to refer to books and study material for solving the paper. Semester end examination will carry 50% weightage of total assessment.

   

  Term End Paper (TEP)

  TEP component includes Synopsis and a Final paper. The TEP (Course VII) carries 4 credits or 100 marks; out of which synopsis would carry 20% weightage and TEP will carry 80% weightage. Submission of both Synopsis and TEP is compulsory for completion of the Diploma.

   

  Discussion Forum

  Participants will have to actively contribute to discussion forum created and managed by Course Coordinators. A topic for discussion will be posted, participants should share their views on the topic. Discussion Forum is a good platform for sharing of knowledge and ideas.

   

  Final Marking

  Final evaluation break up is as follows:
  Course I to IV - 50% for Assignments and 50% for Semester end examinations
  Course V - 20% for Synopsis and 80% for Project Report

Interested applicants are requested to submit soft copies of the duly filled Admission Form (Annexure 1) along with their curriculum vitae, copies of certificates of qualification (Graduation Degree or final semester marksheet) and statement of purpose.

The application will not be accepted without the submission of the documents which are listed above within the stipulated date.

1) Application form is enclosed towards the end of the prospectus. Please refer to Annexure-1.

All the relevant instructions concerned to the filling of the form are displayed on this webpage.

2) The applicant must email us the application form along with the documents at the below email id:
submissionscel@wwfindia.net

3) In an extraordinary circumstance, if somebody is located in remote area and is unable to send an email, then the applicant may send the hard copy of the application along with the documents to the following address:

The Course Coordinator
Centre for Environmental Law
WWF-India
172-B, Lodi Estate
New Delhi – 110 003
Ph: 011-4150 4771

The applicants may note that they should first try to submit the application form only through the online mode.

• Last date for submission of application is 31st May, 2023.
• Fees for PGDELP is Rs. 16,000 (Rupees Sixteen Thousand Only).
• FEES WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED ONCE ADMISSION HAS BEEN CONFIRMED.
• Please DO NOT send in fees along with the application form (though any mode).
• After the offer of admission is made to the participant (i.e., the participant is selected), the applicant may proceed to pay the fees via ‘Online Transfer’ to confirm admission.
• If an applicant is unable to pay via 'Online Transfer', the applicant may issue a Demand Draft drawn in favor of ‘World Wide Fund for Nature – India’ payable at New Delhi (Candidates name and phone number to be appended behind Demand Draft)
• Note: Candidates are requested to make payment via bank online transfer or demand draft only. Please don’t make payments through UPI mode.
• The fees once paid will not be refunded.
• Special note for applicants residing outside India: at the time of transfer of fees, kindly verify the exchange rate as on the day of transfer, as well as any additional charges or levies that may be applicable on this transfer by your bank. Kindly ensure that the full fee amount is credited to WWF-INDIA after clearing all additional dues that such a transfer may attract.

It is essential to minimise the adverse impacts of pollution and ecological degradation through proper environmental management and international cooperation. This can be achieved by raising awareness of ecological values and strengthening environmental professionals' delivery capacity to be well-equipped to face the challenges in their stream of work. 

NLUD and WWF India have collaborated to offer a One Year Post Graduate Diploma in Environmental Law and Policy, with the goal of enhancing awareness and comprehension of green law issues on a global scale, particularly in India. The exclusive tailor-made programme provides opportunities for law graduates and professionals operating in the environmental industry, with the opportunity to intensify their understanding of environmental law and policy issues, institutions, and initiatives.

The objectives of the programme are to: 

• Provide comprehensive knowledge to participants in Environmental Law and Policy.
• Increase understanding of key issues related to national as well as international environmental law & policies.
• Develop knowledge on the international legal & policy context on thematic issues related to the environment.
• Develop practical skills to facilitate effective engagement with environmental laws.
• Prepare well-informed professionals in Environmental Law and upgrade their professional competencies by augmenting the Environmental Law awareness
• Promote networking and sharing of experiences among participants to actively contribute towards conservation

The programme is useful to students and working professionals from various streams who seek to enhance their skills on legal interventions for environmental protection and also bridge the gap between theory and practice. Law graduates, Legal practitioners, Environmental professionals, Corporate Executives, Government officials, Media and NGO personnel seeking to enrich their professional knowledge are encouraged to apply.