Curriculum

Introduction

One of the primary functions of colleges and universities is to educate students. By training and educating future leaders, scholars, workers, and professionals; higher education institutions are uniquely positioned to understand and address sustainability challenges. Institutions that offer courses covering sustainability issues help equip their students to lead society to a sustainable future.

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Graduate Certificate in Sustainability

  • University of Georgia (GA)

The Graduate Sustainability Certificate equips students with the skills to make significant, systemic changes in their communities, paving the way for a more sustainable future. Through the process of obtaining ...

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AAS Environmental Studies

  • Langara College (BC)

Environmental Studies is an interdisciplinary program offering students the opportunity to obtain a solid grasp of the physical principles governing the form and function of the earth and the social ...

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AA Geography

  • Langara College (BC)

The Associate of Arts Degree in Geography is integrated environmental program that seeks to understand human interaction with the natural world. The Program is divided into human geography (study of ...

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AA Aboriginal Studies

  • Langara College (BC)

The Aboriginal Studies Program is a unique, comprehensive, and integrated university-transferable program that addresses historic and contemporary Aboriginal issues in Canada. The faculty come from a wide variety of backgrounds ...

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AA Peace and Conflict Studies

  • Langara College (BC)

Peace and Conflict Studies (PCCN) is an interdisciplinary field of study which is concerned with the problem of human conflict, especially violent and destructive conflict, and the means by which ...

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Environmental Planning Minor

  • University of Wisconsin-River Falls (WI)

The Environmental Planning minor focuses on the scientific, field-based management of our natural resources, including wildlife, water, soil, air, human developments and the interaction of these systems. The integrity and ...

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Conservation Minor

  • University of Wisconsin-River Falls (WI)

Required courses: ESM 105 Introduction to Environmental Studies 2 cr. ESM 109 Introduction to Forestry 2 cr. ESM 151 Introduction to Land Use Theory and Practice 3 cr. ESM 343 ...

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BS Environmental Science & Sustainability

  • University of Montana (MT)

The B.S. in Environmental Science and Sustainability (ESS) connects science and practice, so students graduate with the knowledge and skills to solve complex environmental problems and advance sustainability. ESS ...

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BS Resource Conservation

  • University of Montana (MT)

Effective resource conservation requires broad training and the ability to integrate and communicate across disciplines. The B.S. in Resource Conservation is an interdisciplinary, interdepartmental major that prepares students for ...

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Ecological Restoration Minor

  • University of Montana (MT)

The minor requires 24 credits including courses in ecology (at least 3 credits), restoration (6 credits), statistics (3 credits), ecosystem science and management (9 credits), and human dimensions of natural ...

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Mountain Studies Minor

  • University of Montana (MT)

The interdisciplinary Mountain Studies minor will help you develop the knowledge and skills to better promote and integrate sustainability and community-related values through the geographic study of social, economic, cultural ...

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Wilderness Studies Minor

  • University of Montana (MT)

Earn a minor in Wilderness Studies through the Wilderness and Civilization program. In this semester-plus field and campus-based program, you'll learn about wilderness and land ethics; engage with conservation ...

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MS Resource Conservation

  • University of Montana (MT)

The W.F. Franke College of Forestry & Conservation master's degree in Resource Conservation integrates classroom learning with hands-on field experiences and internships to prepare students for a range ...

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Minor in Wildlife Biology

  • University of Montana (MT)

Students can earn a B.S. or M.S. in Wildlife Biology or a PhD in Fish & Wildlife Biology. Focus on ecology, population biology, wildlife biology, and critical thinking ...

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BS in Wildlife Biology

  • University of Montana (MT)

Students can earn a B.S. or M.S. in Wildlife Biology or a PhD in Fish & Wildlife Biology. Focus on ecology, population biology, wildlife biology, and critical thinking ...

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MS in Wildlife Biology

  • University of Montana (MT)

Students can earn a B.S. or M.S. in Wildlife Biology or a PhD in Fish & Wildlife Biology. Focus on ecology, population biology, wildlife biology, and critical thinking ...

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MS Systems Ecology

  • University of Montana (MT)

Choose Systems Ecology for a M.S. or PhD for an interdisciplinary approach to the study of ecological systems that focuses on interactions and transactions within and among biological systems ...

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PhD Systems Ecology

  • University of Montana (MT)

Choose Systems Ecology for a M.S. or PhD for an interdisciplinary approach to the study of ecological systems that focuses on interactions and transactions within and among biological systems ...

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MA Environmental Philosophy

  • University of Montana (MT)

Our environmental masters track takes advantage of the department’s expertise in wilderness issues, Thoreau, critical animal studies, philosophy of ecology, literature and ethics, synthetic biology, gender and environment, climate ...

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PhD Forest & Conservation Sciences

  • University of Montana (MT)

Our doctoral program offers you the opportunity to conduct rigorous, meaningful research on a broad range of forest and conservation sciences topics. You'll complete a dissertation based on original ...

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BS Public Health

  • University of Illinois Chicago (IL)

The BS in Public Health prepares public health researchers and practitioners for careers in environmental health, addressing the impacts of contaminated water and pollution on environmental health; occupational health, strengthening ...

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MA City Design

  • University of Illinois Chicago (IL)

The Master of City Design (MCD) is an intensive graduate degree focusing on the physical design aspects of spatial relationships and interactions between people and places. Students learn how to ...

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JD Concentration in Sustainability

  • University of Illinois Chicago (IL)

Our JD Concentration in Sustainability offers degree candidates competitive specialization in the emerging, interdisciplinary area of sustainability and its increasing importance in real estate, environmental, and regulatory legal work.

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Climate Studies Minor

  • Boise State University (ID)

The Climate Studies Minor aims to help students understand past, current and future changes in climate and the effects of climate change on Earth’s atmospheric, biologic, hydrologic and ecologic ...

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Sustainable Futures Emphasis

  • Boise State University (ID)

The Global Studies major aims to prepare students as ethical, civically engaged citizens and members of a global community and workforce that increasingly demands an understanding of the complex, diverse ...

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PhD Ecology, Evolution, and Behavior with Global Change Emphasis

  • Boise State University (ID)

The coursework in this program prepares scientists to use interdisciplinary theories to examine complex ecological questions from biological, physical, and social science perspectives. We are dedicated to offering a variety ...

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Environmental, Natural Resource, and Energy Policy and Administration Emphasis

  • Boise State University (ID)

The program and services of Public Policy and Administration reflect the nature of the discipline of public administration, a mixture of theory and practice. The School offers a professional graduate ...

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Graduate Certificate in Environmental Governance

  • Boise State University (ID)

Governance assists working professionals and students with additional training and coursework to further develop their expertise and skills within the context of the unique challenges that emerge for public, private ...

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MS Marine Management

  • Dalhousie University (NS)

The Master of Marine Management is a professional and interdisciplinary degree program focusing on an applied research project and required classes in the marine and social sciences as well as ...

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Minor in Sustainable Land Systems

  • Ball State University (IN)

Sustainable use and development of the land base and its natural resources has become an integral part of fitting human uses to the land in the planning professions. From such ...

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Graduate Certificate in Sustainability

  • Ball State University (IN)

Whether you're advancing your current career or starting a new one, the graduate certificate in sustainability is designed to prepare you to guide businesses, organizations, and communities in anticipating ...

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Earth Sciences Minor: Climate Change, Stewardship and Resiliency

  • University of Southern California (CA)

This minor is intended to provide background for students who plan careers in business with companies who recognize the necessity to respond to environmental change as scientists understand it. Students ...

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Urban Sustainable Planning Minor

  • University of Southern California (CA)

The 20-unit minor in urban sustainable planning focuses on the application of public policy, urban planning and public management to the analysis and solution of urban problems. It draws upon ...

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GIS and Sustainability Science Minor

  • University of Southern California (CA)

The innovative Minor in GIS and Sustainability Science provides an interdisciplinary foundation for individuals to address environmental sustainability, among the most pressing challenges of our time. With an understanding of ...

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Environmental Chemistry and Sustainability Minor

  • University of Southern California (CA)

The environmental chemistry and sustainability minor is designed for students majoring in business, engineering, law, communications and other professional fields to give them the knowledge of chemistry needed to understand ...

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MA Environmental Studies

  • University of Southern California (CA)

In the junior year of the B.A. or B.S. program, a student has the option of applying for a progressive Master of Arts degree in Environmental Studies. Requirements ...

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MS Green Technology

  • University of Southern California (CA)

Green Technologies is a highly interdisciplinary degree program that emphasizes green systems and the environment, energy technology and efficiency, and sustainability and society. The discipline seeks opportunities for alternative sourcing ...

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MS Environmental Risk Analysis

  • University of Southern California (CA)

The focus of the MS, Environmental Risk Analysis degree is on advanced training for students with an existing science background. Students will enter the MS program with a BS degree ...

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Graduate Certificate in Sustainability and Business

  • University of Southern California (CA)

Business is increasingly involved in social and environmental issues. On the one hand, government and civil society are exerting increasing pressure on the business sector to help address the world ...

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Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Policy and Planning

  • University of Southern California (CA)

With increasing urgency, organizations and governments require leaders to design and implement sustainability-focused policy and planning practices that help communities improve in the present without compromising the future. The USC ...

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BS Environmental Science

  • Ollscoil na Gaillimhe - University of Galway (Co. Galway)

Environmental Science is an interdisciplinary study which examines the interaction between humans and the environment, with specific reference to the effects of modern technological advances.

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BS Energy Systems Engineering

  • Ollscoil na Gaillimhe - University of Galway (Co. Galway)

Energy Systems Engineering is a multidisciplinary programme that aims to meet the current and growing challenge of dwindling fossil fuel resources and the critical demand for alternative, renewable energy sources ...

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BS Marine Science

  • Ollscoil na Gaillimhe - University of Galway (Co. Galway)

Marine Science encompasses the study of marine life and environments, how they are formed and evolve, and how they are affected by human activity. Topics covered in this programme include ...

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BS Earth and Ocean Sciences

  • Ollscoil na Gaillimhe - University of Galway (Co. Galway)

Earth and Ocean Sciences involve the study of the physical and chemical processes that affect planet Earth and its oceans. In this field, you will study topical subjects, such as ...

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BA Public and Social Policy

  • Ollscoil na Gaillimhe - University of Galway (Co. Galway)

The study of public policy is concerned with how the formal, stated decisions of government bodies are initiated, formulated and implemented, and how the policy process can be improved. Social ...

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Specialist Diploma in Environmental Sustainability

  • Ollscoil na Gaillimhe - University of Galway (Co. Galway)

The specialist diploma awards are particularly suitable for students requiring medium-term upskilling for career advancement or for those interested in focused study in this subject area for personal or topical ...

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MS Sustainable Environments

  • Ollscoil na Gaillimhe - University of Galway (Co. Galway)

This multidisciplinary course provides students with insight into environment, health, and sustainability issues within urban and rural environments. It integrates ecological, health and sustainability issues and considers their interaction within ...

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MS Sustainable Resource Management: Policy and Practice

  • Ollscoil na Gaillimhe - University of Galway (Co. Galway)

This programme brings together theory, policy and practice to provide participants with the skills, knowledge and experience that are needed to pursue successful careers in managing environmental resources sustainably. This ...

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ME Energy Systems Engineering

  • Ollscoil na Gaillimhe - University of Galway (Co. Galway)

This new programme, based at NUI Galway’s new Engineering Building, is for graduates of Level 8 BE degrees who want to develop their engineering knowledge for a career in ...

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MS Coastal & Marine Environments: Physical Processes, Policy & Practice

  • Ollscoil na Gaillimhe - University of Galway (Co. Galway)

The MSc in Coastal and Marine Environments is directed at graduates from Geography, Natural Sciences and other related disciplines in the social and natural sciences, and at professionals in the ...

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This tab provides access to data collected through AASHE’s Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System™ (STARS). STARS is a transparent, self-reporting framework for colleges and universities to measure their sustainability performance. STARS enables meaningful comparisons over time and across institutions using a common set of measurements developed with broad participation from the campus sustainability community.

All responses reference content from reports under the latest version of STARS, version 2.2. AASHE membership and log-in is required.

AC 1: Academic Courses

AC 2: Learning Outcomes

AC 3: Undergraduate Program

AC 4: Graduate Program

AC 5: Immersive Experience

AC 6: Sustainability Literacy Assessment

AC 7: Incentives for Developing Courses

AC 8: Campus as a Living Laboratory

Additional analysis on scores and quantitative fields can be conducted using the STARS Benchmarking Tool.

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