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Academic Programs & Resources

Empowering the next generation of sustainable development leaders through specialized diploma programs, fellowships, and research training.

Professional Diplomas

Post Graduate Diploma (PGD)

Specialized post graduate training designed for professionals and graduates in sustainable development and delta management.

Currently Offered
Diploma in Adaptive Delta Management
ADM

Course / Program Summary

A professional diploma program focusing on delta management strategies, with emphasis on the Bangladesh Delta Plan 2100 and sustainable development practices for deltaic regions.

Duration: 1 year (2 semesters)

Key Modules:

  • Introduction to Delta Systems
  • Bangladesh Delta Plan 2100
  • Water Resource Management
  • Climate Change and Delta Environments
  • Project Planning and Implementation
  • Field Study and Practicum
Currently Offered
Diploma in Delta Plan and Sustainable Development
DPSD

Course / Program Summary

An integrated diploma program connecting delta management with broader sustainable development frameworks, preparing professionals for multidisciplinary roles in development planning.

Duration: 1 year (2 semesters)
Coming Soon
Diploma in Climate Change and Sustainable Development
CCSD

Course / Program Summary

A diploma focusing on climate science, adaptation strategies, and sustainable development pathways for climate-resilient futures.

Duration: 1 year (2 semesters)
Coming Soon
Diploma in Water Resource Management
WRM

Course / Program Summary

Professional training in integrated water resource management, covering technical, policy, and governance aspects of water sustainability.

Duration: 1 year (2 semesters)
Coming Soon
Diploma in Circular Economy and Environment Management
CEEM

Course / Program Summary

A program preparing professionals for the transition to circular economy practices in business and government sectors.

Duration: 1 year (2 semesters)

Scholarships & Research Opportunities

MASTER and PhD Fellowship

IDSS provides competitive research fellowships and academic funding for high-achieving Master's and PhD candidates pursuing research in sustainable development.

Master's Research Fellowships
Support for innovative thesis projects

Financial stipends and tuition coverage for graduate students conducting field research in climate adaptation, water governance, and delta management.

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PhD Fellowships & Research Grants
Advanced interdisciplinary doctoral research

Doctoral grants offered in collaboration with partner universities and international development agencies for empirical policy research.

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Academic Hub

Student Resources

Dedicated services and resources supporting Current Students, Prospective Students, and Alumni.

CURRENT STUDENTS

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PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS

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Admission Guide

ALUMNI

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Alumni Directory

Upcoming Offerings

To Be Unveiled Soon

Exciting new academic programs and professional short courses currently under launch preparation.

Upcoming
Master’s Program
Degree in Development Studies

Comprehensive graduate program focusing on interdisciplinary development strategies and environmental governance.

📄 Course/Program Summary (pdf): Document available upon official release.
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Upcoming
Short Courses
Executive & Professional Certificates

Specialized short courses designed for capacity building:

  • Certificate Course on Water Governance
  • Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
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IDSS & UIU Admission Portal

Direct online registration and application portal for current and upcoming IDSS academic programs.

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