The Centre for Climate Change Studies is a fast growing climate change training and research organization under the University of Dar es Salaam. It carries out climate change related research projects funded by international donors; offers a PhD and a Master’s program in Climate Change and Sustainable Development; offers short courses in Climate Change and Sustainable Development; and carries out outreach programs. Our staff, partners and students are dedicated to understanding the impacts of climate change on sustainable development and are committed to informing policy and practice in the society. Our faculty members are recognized in Tanzania and beyond for their contributions to academics and research in climate change related issues.
Vision & mission of the Centre
Our Vision
To be a Centre of Excellency for capacity building and knowledge generation on climate change that informs policy and decision making at different levels.
Mission statement
To promote high quality climate change research, competent graduates and outreach climate change programs that will enhance innovation and anticipated climate change impacts in the country and beyond.
Foreword Note
In response to the serious threats posed by climate change to the development process and the limitations that Tanzania and the rest of Africa faces in accessing and generating detailed scientific research that is particular to Africa, the University of Dar es Salaam established the Centre for Climate Change Studies (CCCS), a semi-autonomous institution within the University of Dar es Salaam that deals with climate change research, training and education.
The Centre for Climate Change Studies has since celebrated its one year anniversary and I am proud to say that in its one year and eight months in operation, CCCS has built a reputation of having rigorous and innovative research; problem based teaching and training methodology; a high caliber of local and international partners; and a team of highly trained professionals.
It has also implemented a PhD and Master’s program in Climate Change and Sustainable Development, the first of its kind in East Africa; secured project funds from international donors such as the African Academy of Sciences, DFID, IDRC, NORHED and USAID; hosted two international conferences on Urbanization and Development in Africa in the context of Climate Change and the Africa Climate Conference; held two public dialogues on Climate Change Wildlife and Pastoral Communities in North East Tanzania and Urbanization and Development in Africa in the context of Climate Change; and provide capacity building to Geography Teachers from the Kinondoni Municipality and the University of Dar es Salaam faculty.
In the coming year, we hope to get involved in more innovative projects, admit more students, collaborate with more partners and train more stakeholders.
To learn more about our programs, research projects, staff and publications, please look through our website. We hope that the information provided on the website will satisfy your needs. In the event that you do not find what you are looking for or you have any questions, please contact us.
We aim to address climate change through rigorous and innovative research; problem-based teaching; and outreach programs.
Thank you and welcome.
What we do
The Centre for Climate Change Studies is a fast growing climate change training and research organization under the University of Dar es Salaam.
It carries out climate change related research projects funded by international donors; offers a PhD and a Master’s program in Climate Change and Sustainable Development; offers short courses in Climate Change and Sustainable Development; and carries out outreach programs.
Academic Programs
PhD Program
PhD in Climate Change and Sustainable Development
Our PhD in Climate Change and Sustainable Development is by thesis. PhD students will not be required to take any courses. However, they may opt to take courses of interest from the Masters of Climate Change and Sustainable Development.
Qualifications to Apply for a PhD Program
A candidate for admission to the Doctor of Philosophy degree of the University of Dar es Salaam shall hold the following qualifications: An honours degree of the University of Dar es Salaam: or an equivalent degree from a recognized University and; Masters degree from the University of Dar es Salaam or an equivalent Masters degree from a recognized university.
Program Cost
Tsh12,000,000
Masters Programs
MSc. Climate Change and Sustainable Development
The MSc. in Climate Change and Sustainable Development seeks to equip students with skills to carry out climate change related research, understand climate change challenges, generate solutions, link climate change to development issues and integrate science into policy and practice.
Courses Offered
Core Courses
| Code | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CC 600 | Science of Climate Change | 3 |
| CC 601 | Research Methodology: Methods and Techniques | 3 |
| CC 602 | Vulnerability and Impacts of Climate Change | 3 |
| CC 603 | Responses to Climate Change | 3 |
| CC 604 | Climate Change and Governance | 3 |
| CC 605 | Environment, Sustainable Development | 3 |
| CC 699 | Dissertation | 8 |
Elective Courses
| Code | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CC 606 | Ecosystem Management | 3 |
| CC 607 | Climate Change, Food and Water | 3 |
| CC 608 | Infrastructure, Energy Systems and Climate Change | 3 |
| CC 609 | Climate Change and Gender | 3 |
| CC 610 | Communicating Climate Change | 3 |
| CC 611 | Economics of Climate Change | 3 |
| CC 613 | Climate Change and Engineering | 3 |
| CC 614 | Climate Change and Human Security | 3 |
| CC 615 | Climate Change and Environmental Impact Assessment | 3 |
Program Cost
Tsh 6,375,000Program Duration 18 Months
Short Courses Programs
Climate Change and Sustainable Development
This two-week short course program for professionals and non-professionals with interest in climate change related issues and/or who are working within the climate change domain is set to launch in 2015. The course will address climate change impacts, responses, challenges, and communication of and governance issues on climate change.
Course Outline
Degree Requirements
Course Modules
| S/N | Course Modules |
|---|---|
| 1 | Climate change responses & challenges |
| 2 | Communicating climate change and sustainable development |
| 3 | Issues in climate change and sustainable development |
| 4 | Climate change impacts and vulnerability |
| 5 | Climate change governance |
Methodology
The course will place emphasis on combining theory with practice through lectures, field excursions, case studies, and group discussions and presentations.
Who the Course is meant for
The course is for professionals and non-professionals with interests in climate change related issues and/or who are working within the climate change domain but would like to deepen their knowledge and understanding of climate change, sustainable development and its dimensions. Hence, the course will target individuals from - but not limited to – government employees and its affiliated institutions; NGOs, Civil Society Organizations (CSOs); the private sector; international organizations; and the media.
Program Duration 2 Weeks