Education for Sustainability

The Near East University is committed to shaping the next generation, ensuring they are not only aware of the worldwide challenges we face but also capable of actively participating in solutions.

Our educational methodology, termed Education for Sustainability, is designed to cultivate transformative learning experiences, instill sustainable values and perspectives, enhance systems and complexity thinking, motivate students to imagine a more promising future, and empower them as catalysts for change.

In line with our commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), we at the Near East University have embraced the duty to integrate the SDGs' principles into our curriculum. We are proud to provide a variety of programs and courses that directly support the SDGs, equipping our students with the essential knowledge and skills to foster sustainable development, often within their specific areas of study.

Commitment to Meaningful Education on SDGs

Near East University is committed to providing all students with meaningful education on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in 2022 and beyond. This commitment aligns with our educational principles and mission.

At Near East University, we pledge to encourage all our students to understand sustainability issues, discover ways to contribute to these goals, and comprehend global challenges within the framework of SDGs. This commitment is manifested in the following ways:

Program and Course Content: The fundamental principles and applicability of the SDGs are integrated across various aspects of university programs. All students are exposed to essential SDGs-related topics through a variety of courses.

Campus Activities and Projects: We offer students opportunities to engage in projects and activities aligned with SDGs. These projects help students bridge theoretical knowledge with practical applications.

Research and Publications: Research conducted at our university aims to contribute to the resolution of issues related to SDGs. Our academic staff actively conducts research and publications focusing on these areas.

Policies and Commitments: Our university adopts policies related to sustainability and documents its commitments. As part of these policies, we consider SDGs as a central theme.

At Near East University, we not only provide education on sustainability and SDGs but also aspire to inspire our students to internalize these values. This commitment reflects our belief in our mission to create a more sustainable, conscious, and responsible world in the future.

Courses
Undergraduate Courses
Course name Type Course code
Principles of Economics II Compulsory EAS102
Food Hygiene and Technology Compulsory VTE218
Hygiene and Sanitation in Food Industry Elective VTE341
Food Preservatıon Techniques Elective VTE344
Meat Hygiene, Inspection and Technology Compulsory VTE405
Economic Development Elective EAS 409
Peace Studies Elective INR406
Milk Hygiene and Technology Compulsory VTE425
Food Safety Management Systems Elective VTE450
Immigration and Immigration Problems Elective AAY212
Lifelong Learning Elective AEF468
Environmental Control Systems Compulsory ARC212
Water and Food Resources in the World Compulsory BES122
Water and Food Resources in the World Compulsory BES315
Health Literacy and E-Health Elective HEM344
Soil Science Elective LAR107
Plant Material I Compulsory LAR111
DESIGN I-VI Compulsory LAR201-405
Plant Material II Compulsory LAR205
Plant Material III Compulsory LAR210
Urban Landscape Planning Compulsory LAR302
Indoor and Greenhouse Flowers Elective LAR307
Rural Landscape Planning Compulsory LAR308
Early Childhood Sexual Education Elective OKL492
Health and Life Compulsory SBF102
FIRST AID Compulsory SMO109
Public Health Compulsory SMO202
Museum Education Practices Elective SNA255
Sustainable Tourism Elective THM435

Course descriptions, course outcomes and credits can be reached by clicking on the courses. Additional information is described in the UZEBIM platform.

Postgraduate Courses
Course name Type Course code
Gender Economics Elective ECO590
Environmental Politics Elective INR506
Occupational Safety and Health Management Compulsory ARC641
Green Roofs and Vertical Gardens Landscape Elective LAR505
Sustainable Urban Development Compulsory ARC594
New Designs in Historical Environment Elective ARC595
Gender Studies Elective HEM758
Vernacular Architecture and Sustainability Elective IAR577
Urban Furniture Compulsory LAR507
Urban Landscape Planning Compulsory LAR509
Landscape Architecture Compulsory LAR513
Sustainable Tourism Elective THM513

Course descriptions, course outcomes and credits can be reached by clicking on the courses. Additional information is described in the UZEBIM platform.

Ethic Courses
Course name Type Course code
Business Ethics Elective MAN574
Communication Ethics Elective CMN413
Engineering Ethics Elective ECC429
Ethics in Education Elective EDE303
Scientific Research Methods and Ethics Compulsory GCC501
Professional Practice and Ethics Compulsory ARCH411
Ethical and Social Issues in Information Systems Compulsory CIS342
Nursing Ethics Compulsory NUR206
Ethics in Psychology Compulsory PSY412
Biostatistics, Principles of Research and Publication Ethics Compulsory VTE110
Veterinary Legislation and Ethics Compulsory VTE420

Course descriptions, course outcomes and credits can be reached by clicking on the courses. Additional information is described in the UZEBIM platform.

Climate Science and Environmental Sustainability Courses
Course name Type Course code
Introduction to Environmental Engineering Compulsory ENV102
Introduction to Environmental Engineering Environmental Microbiology Compulsory ENV201
Environmental Chemistry Compulsory ENV202
Environmental Chemistry Compulsory ENV204
Water Quality Management Compulsory ENV361
Air Pollution Control Compulsory ENV374
Solid Waste Management Compulsory ENV381
Water Treatment Plant Design Compulsory ENV382
Waste Water Treatment Plant Desıgn Compulsory ENV431
Water Resources Engineering Compulsory ENV471

Course descriptions, course outcomes and credits can be reached by clicking on the courses. Additional information is described in the UZEBIM platform.