Course Content
Modules
For this PhD programme by Research, students are required to complete a Research Methods course. This module introduces students to the academic research and methodologies at the postgraduate level in order to conduct an independent research study.
Thesis
Students must complete an in-depth research on a topic related to sustainable development in the form of a thesis. The student will be required to complete a number of academic milestones including a proposal defense and a viva voce.
Areas of Research
- Economics and sustainable development
- Education reform and social progress
- Sustainable infrastructure, transportation and mobility
- Urban sustainability
- Corporate strategies and operations
- Public policy and sustainable development
- Solid and hazardous waste management
- Political institutions, group conflicts, and democracy
- Climate change adaptations
- Renewable energy
