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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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 students …
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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 the …
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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 advocates, …
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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 of conservation …
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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 and quantitative …
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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 and quantitative …
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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 and quantitative …
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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. 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. 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 ethics, …
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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 and …
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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 systems. …
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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, implementing, …
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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 for admission …
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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’s …
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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 industry …
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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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MS Global Environmental Economics
- Ollscoil na Gaillimhe - University of Galway (Co. Galway)
The programme is specifically targeted to provide students with employability skills that are relevant to shape and influence future public policy, conduct environmental evaluations, lead research projects, work in a …
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MS Biodiversity & Land-Use Planning
- Ollscoil na Gaillimhe - University of Galway (Co. Galway)
This part-time course extends over 24 months and runs in two-year cycles continuously from September through to the end of August of the second year. The modular course is devoted …
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MS Occupational and Environmental Health and Safety
- Ollscoil na Gaillimhe - University of Galway (Co. Galway)
This programme’s objective is to provide you with a high quality qualification in the multidisciplinary area of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS), enabling you to take on managerial responsibilities within …
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MA Environment, Society and Development
- Ollscoil na Gaillimhe - University of Galway (Co. Galway)
The programme involves engagement with a number of core areas in international development, critical security studies and political ecology, and will expose you to global concerns that encompass a complex …
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BS Taronga Wildlife Conservation
- University of Sydney (NSW)
This unique degree will develop your expertise in wildlife conservation. It is designed for students wanting to make an impact in the conservation sector, to secure a shared future for …
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Bachelor of Environmental Systems (honours)
- University of Sydney (NSW)
The Bachelor of Environmental Systems (Honours) comprehensively examines both natural and agricultural systems. How we manage our environment and natural resources will arguably determine Australia's economic future, and ensuring ecologically-sustainable …
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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
- Percentage of courses that are sustainability course offerings
- Percentage of academic departments with sustainability course offerings
- Inventory of sustainability course offerings (upload)
- Website URL - Sustainability course offerings
AC 2: Learning Outcomes
- Description of institution level sustainability learning outcomes
- List of degree programs that require an understanding of the concept of sustainability
- Percentage of students who graduate from programs that require an understanding of sustainability
- Website URL - Sustainability learning outcomes
AC 3: Undergraduate Program
- First sustainability-focused undergraduate degree program
- Second sustainability-focused undergraduate degree program
- Third sustainability-focused undergraduate degree program
- First sustainability-focused undergraduate minor or concentration
- Second sustainability-focused undergraduate minor or concentration
- Third sustainability-focused undergraduate minor or concentration
AC 4: Graduate Program
- First sustainability-focused graduate-level degree program
- Second sustainability-focused graduate-level degree program
- Third sustainability-focused graduate-level degree program
- First sustainability-focused graduate-level minor or concentration
- Second sustainability-focused graduate-level minor or concentration
- Third sustainability-focused graduate-level minor or concentration
AC 5: Immersive Experience
- Description of the sustainability-focused immersive program(s)
- Second sustainability-focused graduate-level degree program
- Third sustainability-focused graduate-level degree program
AC 6: Sustainability Literacy Assessment
- Copy of the sustainability literacy assessment (upload)
- Copy of the sustainability literacy assessment (description)
- Website URL - Assessment of sustainability literacy
AC 7: Incentives for Developing Courses
- Description of the course development incentives
- Website URL - Incentives for developing sustainability courses
AC 8: Campus as a Living Laboratory
Additional analysis on scores and quantitative fields can be conducted using the STARS Benchmarking Tool.