Author : Paul, p. k., aithal, p. s., & a. bhuimali
Keyword : Environmental informatics, information science, informatics, environment, environmental science, india, higher education
Subject : Environmental
Article Type : Original article (research)
DOI : http://dx.doi.org/10.21013/jmss.v16.n2.p2.
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Abstract : The academic sector is changing rapidly and there are different components have been added in the academic components. The education systems including academic bodies, programs, educational institutes change different aspects in the recent past. The interdisciplinary sciences are booming internationally. Among the interdisciplinary subjects, Environmental Sciences is an important one. On the other hand, Information Science is also truly interdisciplinary in nature. This Information Science is also called as Informatics. The fusion or combination of these two subjects led the new academic body called ‘Environmental Informatics’. Environmental Informatics is very close with exiting field Geo Informatics and thus it is also called as an extension of Geo Informatics. Environmental Informatics is the solution to different environmental affairs, issues, problems, etc. Internationally, many universities have started academic programs on Environmental Informatics leading to Certificate, Diploma, Bachelors, Masters, MPhil, PhD in the subject. The present paper is an overview of Environmental Informatics including its features, functions, stakeholders emphasizing the availability of Post Graduate Programs in the field. Paper highlighted the course contents, job prospects, carrier opportunities in brief. Paper also proposed about the possible programs at Masters levels; which can be a good solution both for abroad and the Indian education system.
Article by : Sreeramana Aithal
Article add date : 2020-10-01
How to cite : Paul, p. k., aithal, p. s., & a. bhuimali. (2020-October-01). Environmental informatics and educational opportunities in post graduate level—indian potentialities based on international scenario.. retrieved from https://www.openacessjournal.com/abstract/271