SDG-Focused Courses [17.4.2]
Dedicated full-degree and elective courses addressing sustainability and the SDGs.
The “SDG-Focused Courses” focus area at PTUK emphasizes offering courses specifically designed to educate students about the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), their interconnections, and practical strategies for implementation. These courses provide in-depth knowledge on sustainability challenges such as climate action, clean energy, responsible consumption, water and sanitation, and social equity, enabling students to develop solutions-oriented skills applicable in local, national, and global contexts.
By integrating SDG-focused courses across multiple faculties, PTUK empowers students to critically analyze complex sustainability issues, conduct applied research, and engage in community-oriented projects. Courses are delivered through a mix of lectures, case studies, field projects, workshops, and online modules to ensure practical engagement and experiential learning.
This focus area directly advances SDG4 (Quality Education) by enhancing the relevance and inclusivity of higher education and SDG17 (Partnerships for the Goals) by creating opportunities for collaboration with local organizations, government agencies, NGOs, and international partners. Publishing course materials, learning outcomes, and impact assessments helps PTUK share best practices with other universities and institutions worldwide, fostering a culture of collaboration, knowledge transfer, and capacity-building.
Activities Table
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Activity Name |
Detailed Description (Includes SDG17 Relation) |
Official Link / Source |
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SDG Integration in Engineering Programs |
PTUK offers courses in renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, and water management within the engineering curriculum. Disseminating outcomes supports SDG17 by sharing applied learning approaches and collaborative projects with partner universities and NGOs. |
https://ptuk.edu.ps/projects/so/en/earticlepage.php?artid=51
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SDG Electives in Social Sciences |
Courses on sustainable development policy, governance, and community engagement are offered in social sciences programs. Publishing course content advances SDG17 by providing models for interdisciplinary and collaborative education on SDGs. |
https://ptuk.edu.ps/projects/so/en/earticlepage.php?artid=51
https://ptuk.edu.ps/projects/so/pdfs/SDGs_Courses_1734344517.pdf
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Applied SDG Laboratory Courses |
Hands-on laboratory courses in environmental science, biotechnology, and agriculture integrate SDG-oriented projects. Documentation promotes SDG17 by demonstrating experiential learning approaches that other institutions can replicate. |
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Online SDG Learning Modules |
PTUK develops online modules and workshops covering climate change, energy, water, and sustainable development. Sharing these modules supports SDG17 by fostering international academic collaboration and wider accessibility. |
https://www.ppu.edu/p/ar/news/7554
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Capstone SDG Projects |
Students undertake final-year projects addressing real-world SDG challenges, often in partnership with NGOs or local authorities. Publishing outcomes advances SDG17 by showcasing collaborative research and applied solutions for sustainable development. |
https://ptuk.edu.ps/en/aarticlepage.php?artid=1504
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