Key Features of the Programme

• Degree/Award: Professional Masters in Environmental Planning, Management and Sustainable Development
• Course Duration: 1.5 years (18 months), three semesters
• Total Credits: 40
• Class Times: Weekend (Friday: 9:00 am to 8:00 pm and Saturday: 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm)
• Faculty: Highly qualified staff with strong teaching and professional experience
• Facilities: Fully furnished (AC) classrooms equipped with multimedia and Wi-Fi; updated GIS, RS & Environment laboratory; library with the latest books and journals

Entry Requirements

Candidates must meet one of the following academic criteria from a recognised university:

• Second division or GPA 2.50 (out of 5.00) in both SSC and HSC examinations.
• Second class or CGPA 2.50 (out of 4.00) in a 4-year Bachelor (Honours) degree or equivalent.
• Second class in a 3-year Bachelor degree with a 1-year Master degree or equivalent.
• Second class in a 2-year Bachelor (pass) degree with a 2-year Master degree or equivalent.

Note: Individuals currently working in government organisations (GOs), non-governmental organisations (NGOs), international organisations, media, donor agencies, the armed forces, and other organisations with professional experience in environment, disaster management, the industrial sector, or development work are encouraged to apply.

Admission Test

There will be a one-hour admission test (MCQ and written) focusing on geography, environment, and development-related issues, specifically within the context of Bangladesh.

Important Dates

• Application Deadline: 18 June 2026, Thursday
• Written Test: 19 June 2026, at 3:30 pm (Department of Geography and Environment, University of Dhaka)
• Viva Voce: 20 June 2026, at 10:00 am
• Admission Closing: 02 July 2026, Thursday
• Commencement of Classes: 03 July 2026, Friday

Application Procedure

The completed application form, along with all necessary documents (e.g., three attested copies of passport-sized photographs, attested copies of certificates and mark sheets of all examinations), must be submitted directly to the contact address provided below. Application forms are available until the deadline.

• Online: www.du.ac.bd/body/GEN
• Offline: Department Office (9:00 am to 4:00 pm on working days [Sunday to Thursday]; 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm on Friday and Saturday)

Contact Details

Address: PMEPMSD Office, Room No. 222, Department of Geography and Environment, Kazi Motahar Hossain Bhaban (former Science Annex Building), near Central Shaheed Minar, University of Dhaka, Dhaka 1000.

Coordinator: Prof. Dr. Md. Maksudur Rahman, Department of Geography and Environment, University of Dhaka.

Cell: 01732464767