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Anyone, irrespective of their qualifications and educational backgrounds (high school leavers, first degree, postgraduate etc) can apply. We welcome all learners to this vocational diploma program.

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Our exams are written, thesis-based project assignments. You will be given a real-life case scenario, and then asked to produce a document that proffers a solution to the problem. During the entire duration of your thesis project, you'd be assigned an academic supervisor who will provide guidance and finally grade your project delivery.

We expect that all our students should submit their thesis-based project assignments within 90 days from the date they book their exams.

Climate Change & Livestock Resilience

Livestock production is the backbone of global food security, rural livelihoods, and economic stability. From the pastoralist herders of East Africa to smallholder dairy farmers in India, and from intensive poultry farms in Europe to extensive cattle ranches in South America, billions of people depend on healthy, productive animals. Yet, this vital sector faces an unprecedented challenge: climate change. Rising temperatures, erratic rainfall, prolonged droughts, extreme storms, and shifting disease patterns are transforming the environments in which livestock thrive. Heat stress reduces milk production, growth, and reproduction. Drought diminishes pasture and water availability. Floods destroy feed, housing, and infrastructure. Emerging diseases and shifting vector populations threaten animal health, livelihoods, and food security. The urgency to adapt has never been greater. Livestock systems must evolve from reactive measures to proactive, resilient strategies that protect productivity, welfare, and ecosystems. Climate-smart livestock systems integrate genetics, nutrition, housing, pasture management, health interventions, and policy support, creating holistic solutions that withstand environmental shocks and sustain long-term growth.

Climate-Smart Soil & Land Management

In an era defined by climate uncertainty, population growth, and escalating demand for food, sustainable soil management is no longer optional—it is imperative. This book bridges science, policy, and practice, offering actionable guidance for farmers, researchers, policymakers, and development practitioners who seek to protect soils while feeding the world. By implementing climate-smart strategies, we can turn soils into a solution: a tool for productivity, resilience, and a more sustainable future. So, whether you are a farmer seeking practical techniques, a policymaker designing programs, or a student eager to understand the vital link between soils and climate, this book will equip you with the knowledge, tools, and inspiration to transform soils from a resource at risk into a foundation for thriving landscapes and resilient communities.

AI for Climate Modelling & Prediction

This course, AI for Climate Modelling and Prediction, aims to provide a comprehensive, structured guide to the field — accessible to researchers, policymakers, students, and practitioners.

Climate Change & the Built Environment

This course explores the intersection of climate change and the built environment. It examines how urban systems contribute to global warming, the risks cities face from extreme weather events, and the strategies that can mitigate environmental impact while enhancing resilience. From energy-efficient buildings and low-carbon materials to smart technologies and community engagement, the chapters ahead illuminate the tools, policies, and innovations reshaping our cities. But this is not a story of technology alone. It is a story of people—planners, architects, policymakers, investors, and residents—whose actions, behaviors, and decisions ultimately determine whether cities evolve into climate-resilient havens or remain vulnerable to environmental upheaval. By integrating science, policy, finance, and human-centered design, the built environment can transition from a source of emissions to a solution for sustainability. Climate Change and the Built Environment invites readers to envision this transformation. It challenges conventional thinking, presents evidence-based strategies, and highlights real-world examples of cities and communities pioneering the path to low-carbon, resilient futures. Above all, it underscores a fundamental truth: the choices we make in designing and managing our cities today will echo for decades, shaping not only the skyline but the very climate we inhabit. This course is a guide, a reference, and a call to action. For in the architecture of our cities lies both the challenge of climate change and the promise of its solution.

Financing Sustainable Climate Change Projects

Climate change is the defining issue of our time. Its impacts are already visible across the globe—rising sea levels, extreme weather events, desertification, and biodiversity loss. Addressing it requires not only environmental interventions but massive financial mobilization. This chapter lays the foundation for understanding the intersection between climate change, sustainability, and finance.

Climate Strategies for the Upstream Oil & Gas Sector

Climate change is no longer a distant threat—it is a present-day crisis affecting every sector, every region, and every community. Rising temperatures, shifting weather patterns, melting glaciers, and extreme events like floods and droughts all point to a world struggling to remain in balance. At the center of this disruption lies a persistent and growing buildup of greenhouse gases (GHGs), largely from the burning of fossil fuels. The upstream oil and gas sector—responsible for extracting and processing hydrocarbons before they reach consumers—plays a pivotal role in this equation. Understanding the scope and scale of the climate challenge is the first step toward developing effective strategies for mitigation. In this chapter, we explore the science of climate change, the global response, and the upstream sector’s contribution to the problem and its potential to be part of the solution.

Impact of Climate Change on Ecosystems & Human Health

The Earth has always changed. Ice ages have come and gone, oceans have risen and receded, and species have evolved and vanished. But the pace of change we are now experiencing is different. It's faster, more widespread, and—most importantly—driven not by natural forces alone, but by human activity. This phenomenon, broadly known as climate change, is one of the defining challenges of the 21st century. From the highest mountain peaks to the deepest ocean trenches, no part of the Earth is untouched by the warming atmosphere and shifting climate. We are entering an era where the very systems that support life—air, water, land, and biological diversity—are being pushed beyond their limits. As climate patterns shift, ecosystems strain under the pressure, and human health faces new and evolving threats. But to understand how we got here and where we are headed, we must first understand what climate change truly is.

Climate Change & Agriculture

Climate change is no longer a distant concern—it is a present reality shaping our environment, economies, and daily lives. One of the most deeply affected sectors is agriculture, the cornerstone of human civilization and survival. From smallholder farms in sub-Saharan Africa to industrial operations in North America, no aspect of farming is immune to the growing instability of Earth’s climate. Agriculture and climate are intricately linked. Plants need predictable weather, water, and temperature conditions to grow. Farmers depend on seasonal cycles and soil health to plan their work and feed their communities. Yet, as greenhouse gas emissions alter atmospheric patterns, this delicate balance is being disrupted. Rising temperatures scorch fields, erratic rainfall floods crops or leaves them parched, and storms destroy entire harvests overnight. At the same time, agriculture itself contributes significantly to climate change through emissions from livestock, deforestation for farmland, and the use of synthetic fertilizers. This book explores the dynamic and often uneasy relationship between climate change and agriculture. It investigates how a changing climate affects farming practices, food production, and global food security. It also looks at how agriculture can transform itself—not just to survive—but to become part of the solution to climate change. Innovations in technology, shifts in policy, and the resurgence of traditional and indigenous knowledge all offer pathways forward. But the stakes are high. With the global population expected to surpass 9 billion by 2050, we face the immense challenge of feeding more people with fewer natural resources. At the same time, we must reduce agriculture’s environmental footprint and build resilience to climate shocks that are becoming more frequent and severe. This book is written for students, farmers, policymakers, environmentalists, and concerned citizens alike. Whether you’re looking to understand the science behind these global shifts or seeking practical solutions for sustainable agriculture, this journey will equip you with knowledge and insight. By understanding the problem, we can better shape the path forward—toward a resilient, sustainable food system that supports both people and the planet.

Climate Change & Water Management

Water is the lifeblood of our planet. It shapes landscapes, supports ecosystems, and sustains human life. Yet, as the 21st century unfolds, the world faces an unprecedented water crisis—one that is being amplified by the accelerating forces of climate change. Across continents, the rhythms of rain, snow, and seasonal flows that have governed life for millennia are becoming less predictable. Glaciers that feed rivers are shrinking. Groundwater tables are falling. Droughts are deepening, and floods are becoming more frequent and more destructive. From megacities to rural farmlands, communities are grappling with water insecurity at a scale and speed never before seen.

Climate & ESG Investing

Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) investing is a strategy where investors consider not only financial returns but also the impact a company has on the environment, society, and its internal governance. It is a shift from traditional investing, which focuses solely on financial metrics like profits and market performance.

Climate Risk & Valuation

Climate change has moved from being a peripheral concern to a central issue in the global economic and financial landscape. The increasing awareness of its wide-ranging impacts has made it clear that the effects of climate change are not limited to environmental shifts—they directly influence the financial markets, business strategies, and investment decisions. As climate-related events such as severe storms, floods, and droughts become more frequent and intense, financial institutions, companies, and governments must adapt their strategies to address these risks. This course aims to explore the ways in which climate risk—both physical and transition risk—can influence the valuation of assets, the financial stability of businesses, and investment strategies. Understanding climate risk is essential for accurate valuation in an era where the traditional metrics used to assess value no longer account for the long-term consequences of climate change. We will examine various methods and tools to assess and integrate climate risks into financial modeling, offering insights into how investors, corporate managers, and policymakers can navigate the complex intersection of environmental change and financial stability. As we will see, addressing climate risk is not just about mitigating losses—it is also about seizing opportunities that emerge in the transition to a low-carbon economy.

Climate Resilient Cities

The 21st century is often described as the urban century. More than half of the world’s population now resides in urban areas, a trend that is projected to continue in the coming decades. Cities have become the engines of economic growth, centers of innovation, and hubs of culture and governance. However, this rapid urbanization has brought with it a range of complex challenges—especially in the context of climate change. As climate-related risks intensify, cities face a dual challenge: reducing their own contributions to global warming while preparing for the inevitable impacts. From rising sea levels and extreme weather events to water scarcity and heatwaves, urban areas are increasingly vulnerable to the changing climate. The concept of climate resilience in cities has therefore gained prominence as a critical focus of sustainable development.

Climate Change Mitigation & Adaptation

Climate change represents one of the most significant challenges facing humanity in the 21st century. It is a global phenomenon with local implications, affecting weather patterns, ecosystems, human health, and economies. As the scientific consensus around climate change strengthens, the urgency to both reduce greenhouse gas emissions and adapt to the inevitable changes becomes more apparent. This course explores two complementary strategies in the fight against climate change: mitigation—efforts to reduce or prevent the emission of greenhouse gases, and adaptation—initiatives aimed at adjusting to actual or expected climate impacts.

Climate Change & Gender Mainstreaming

Gender refers to the socially constructed roles, responsibilities, behaviors, and expectations assigned to individuals based on their sex. These roles differ from one society to another and are influenced by cultural, religious, historical, and economic factors. While "sex" is a biological classification, "gender" is a fluid and evolving social concept. In the context of climate change, gender plays a significant role in shaping people’s experiences, vulnerabilities, and capacities. Women and men often face different risks and opportunities due to their distinct roles in families and communities, access to resources, and participation in decision-making processes.

Carbon Capture & Storage

The growing concentration of CO₂ in the atmosphere, primarily from the burning of fossil fuels, is the leading cause of anthropogenic climate change. Despite the global shift toward renewable energy and energy efficiency, fossil fuels still account for a significant portion of the world's energy supply. CCS provides a transitional solution that allows for continued use of fossil fuels while drastically reducing their environmental impact. Additionally, CCS is one of the few technologies capable of decarbonizing hard-to-abate sectors like cement, steel, and chemical manufacturing. It also plays a critical role in producing low-carbon hydrogen and enabling negative emissions when combined with bioenergy (known as BECCS—Bioenergy with Carbon Capture and Storage).

Carbon Accounting

Carbon accounting, also known as greenhouse gas (GHG) accounting, is the process of measuring and tracking greenhouse gas emissions associated with human activities. Just as financial accounting tracks income and expenditures, carbon accounting records the quantity of emissions—typically expressed in carbon dioxide equivalents (CO₂e)—to help organizations, governments, and individuals understand their climate impact. Carbon accounting provides the foundation for effective climate action. It enables stakeholders to set emission reduction targets, monitor progress, and align with sustainability goals. As the world intensifies efforts to combat climate change, carbon accounting has become an essential tool in the transition to a low-carbon economy.

Climate Finance

Climate finance refers to local, national, or transnational financing—drawn from public, private, and alternative sources—that is used to support mitigation and adaptation actions addressing climate change. In essence, it is the financial mechanism that powers the global response to climate challenges. Whether it's funding renewable energy projects, retrofitting infrastructure, or helping vulnerable communities adapt to shifting environmental patterns, climate finance plays a pivotal role in the global transition toward sustainability. The need for climate finance stems from the vast economic and social implications of climate change. As global temperatures rise, so too do the costs associated with extreme weather events, sea-level rise, ecosystem degradation, and economic disruptions. Climate finance is not just about money—it's about shaping the future we want to live in.

Embodied Carbon

Renewable energies have given the World a ray of hope, over the dark clouds of climate change. Energy efficiency measures have also increased the possibilities of cutting down on greenhouse gases in our atmosphere. But whilst we focused on legislations and moral persuasions on individuals and businesses to compel them to cut down on their carbon footprints, we have somewhat forgotten that the production of these renewable energy assets contributes a significant quota to carbon flaring. This is called “Embedded Carbon”. In the euphoria of discovering ways to create energy from non-fossil fuel sources, we have taken our eyes of the ball. We started singing victory songs, when we still have enemy spies in our camp! Embedded carbon, as known as ‘embodied carbon’, is the last piece of the puzzle, which is yet to be cracked. It is important to note at this point, that whilst the possibilities provided by renewable energies are laudable, our ultimate goal from onset, was carbon-neutrality. Not low-carbon. If it was just ‘low carbon’; Gas, as an energy source, had provided a viable alternative for the World – barring the carbon flaring that also takes place during gas explorations. But the global agenda is “zero carbon”; and all oars mustn’t rest, till we paddle our way to that desired destination. This book, seeks to unravel the carbon enigma. It also proposes a tailored route that will see the World to true carbon neutrality, by proposing “the carbon repayment cycle”. This process, if meticulously followed, will see the World to zero-carbon status, within a space of 20 to 30 years.