In a groundbreaking move, the University of Edinburgh has joined hands with the Indian consulate in the UK to launch its inaugural open-access course in Hindi language studies.
The development of the Climate Solutions course involved collaboration between the Indian government and the esteemed Edinburgh Climate Change Institute at the University. Expert translators were engaged to curate the course content, which aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of climate change science, impacts, and solutions in India.
Edinburgh University’s Executive Director of the ECCI, Professor Dave Reay, along with other acclaimed climate change specialists, spearheaded the design and delivery of the course.
The release from the University stated that Climate Solutions: India (Hindi) will serve as a valuable resource for Hindi-speaking students and educators not only in India but also around the world.
Expressing his satisfaction with the collaborative effort, Professor Reay said, “Working in partnership with the India Consulate, with whom we have an excellent connection, to develop this new open access climate change course has been truly gratifying. I extend my heartfelt gratitude to the online course development team here at Edinburgh and to our colleagues in the India Consulate for their exceptional translation work, which has brought this important course to life.”
The University highlighted that the availability of the course in Hindi, in addition to English and Arabic, marks a significant milestone for the Edinburgh Climate Change Institute, emphasizing its commitment to inclusivity and expanding access to education.
Spanning five weeks, the course delves into various climate zones across India and explores how changes in these zones can impact the country’s health, agriculture, and economy.
“I am thrilled to witness the launch of this course in Hindi and extend my congratulations to everyone involved. We are grateful to the Consulate General of India in Edinburgh for their generous support. This collaboration between the Government of India and the University of Edinburgh exemplifies the significant work being done in the crucial field of climate change,” expressed Professor Pankaj, International Dean for South Asia at the University of Edinburgh.
In addition to Hindi, the course is already available in English and Arabic. Future plans include creating versions for Senegal, Malawi, Ecuador, and Mexico, thus broadening its reach and impact on a global scale. (Edited)
