The National Universities Commission (NUC) has approved professional postgraduate programmes for the Federal University of Petroleum Resources Centre for Sustainable Development (FUPRE-CSD) in Delta State.

This was disclosed in a statement issued by the CSD Director, Dr Emeka Elemike, on Monday, June 24, 2024.

Elemike stated: “The Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Effurun (FUPRE), proudly announces the official approval and commencement of professional postgraduate programmes at the Centre for Sustainable Development.

“This significant milestone, approved by the university management and endorsed by the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Akpofure Rim-Rukeh, marks a pivotal step in FUPRE’s commitment to advancing sustainable practices and education.

“The Centre for Sustainable Development is set to offer a suite of professional postgraduate programmes designed to equip students and professionals with the necessary skills and knowledge to drive sustainable initiatives in various sectors.”

He listed the approved programmes to include Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) in Sustainability Practices, Masters in Sustainable Development, and Masters in Community Development.

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Others are Masters in Energy Transition and Sustainability, Masters in Project Management and  Doctor of Sustainable Development.

The FUPRE-CSD director added: “We are excited to receive this approval, which underscores the university’s dedication to fostering sustainable development through education and practical engagement.

“These programmes are meticulously designed to address the pressing needs of our society and to prepare our graduates for impactful careers in sustainability.

“The FUPRE-Centre for Sustainable Development aims to be a leading hub for research, training, and implementation of sustainable practices.

“The centre overtly intends to integrate advanced curricula with real-world applications. The centre also aspires to contribute significantly to local, national, and global sustainability goals.”

Elemike noted that FUPRE was dedicated to producing world-class graduates equipped to excel in the petroleum and energy sectors.

He stated that the institution focuses on research, innovation, and sustainability, striving to make a significant impact locally and globally.

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