Sustainability Option (Geography)
Wilfrid Laurier University
Date Posted: Dec. 23, 2019
Submitted by: Genevieve LaMarr LeMee
Sustainability Topic:
Curriculum
Content Type:
Academic Programs
Discipline:
Sustainability Studies & Science
Tags:
sustainability studies
Program Type: Specialization/Concentration/Emphasis
Description
The Sustainability Option offers students an opportunity to: (a) learn how to consider and integrate issues related to environmental resilience, community well-being and economic prosperity; and (b) engage in interdisciplinary critical analysis and thinking by connecting courses across departments and faculties. Completion of the option requirements will result in a "Sustainability Option" designation on the student transcript.
The Sustainability Option consists of a minimum of 4.0 credits. Students must complete three required core courses (1.5 credits) and five elective courses (2.5 credits) selected from the following Sustainability themes (Science or Issues).