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.
Featured Resources
Latest News from AASHE Bulletin
New Resources
Agriculture & Natural Resources (BS)
- Berea College (KY)
Berea College is one of few liberal arts colleges in the United States offering an academic program in agriculture and natural resources (ANR). The ANR Program’s curriculum provides all students …
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
Sustainable Agriculture Minor
- California Polytechnic State University (CA)
A minor in Sustainable Agriculture is open to all Cal Poly students. In it, students approach modern agricultural problems from a holistic perspective, emphasizing agricultural planning integrated with ecological principles. …
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
Sustainable Agriculture Certificate Program
- California State Polytechnic University, Pomona (CA)
The six week certificate program provides an intensive introduction to small scale sustainable farming, hands-on hydroponic greenhouse management, and agribusiness preparedness.
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
Bachelor in Environmental Agriscience
- Tennessee Technological University (TN)
With its combination of courses in the traditional sciences and agriculture courses, Environmental Agriscience students are prepared for a wide range of experiences. A 300-acre working, teaching and research farm …
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
Environmental Science, Food Systems & Sustainable Agriculture (BS)
- Loyola University Chicago (IL)
Students studying Food Systems & Sustainable Agriculture build upon a solid foundation of environmental science, gain experience in designing and managing agricultural ecosystems, develop quantitative skills in evaluating ecosystem processes …
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
BS in Agriculture, Major in Sustainable Agriculture Systems
- University of Alberta (AB)
Students will develop the skill needed to lead in sustainable agricultural systems with this major stream. Students will have the opportunity to widen their knowledge base by: Studying agriculture in …
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
Water Efficient Landscaping Specialization, Horticulture MPSH
- Utah State University (UT)
The purpose of this degree is to provide horticulturalists with knowledge and skills needed to effectively promote landscape water conservation. As water becomes more precious, the demand for these skills …
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
Agricultural Sustainability & Food Biosecurity Certificate
- University of South Florida (Tampa) (FL)
The USDA recognizes the need to ensure a competent, qualified, and diverse workforce to serve the food and agricultural sciences and improve the economic health and viability of rural communities. …
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
Soil & Crop Sciences (MS/MPS)
- Cornell University (NY)
The Graduate Field of Soil and Crop Sciences provides programs leading to PhD, MS, and MPS programs in the following five concentrations: Agronomy, Field Crop Science, Soil Science, Environmental Information …
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
Bachelor in Horticulture
- Iowa State University (IA)
Horticulturists grow fresh fruits and vegetables, plan and create beautiful landscapes, cultivate and maintain acres of turfgrass for recreation and function, breed new plants for pest resistance and environmental tolerance, …
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
Organic Agriculture Program
- Iowa State University (IA)
Our mission is to educate producers, consumers and policy makers in the research and extension activities in Organic Agriculture both on-farm and in the Universities. Organic Agriculture involves a production …
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics & Agricultural Business (MS)
- New Mexico State University (NM)
One in five workers is employed in the food and fiber sector of the U. S. economy. A major in agricultural economics and agricultural business provides flexibility to students with …
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
Minor in Agriculture, Economics & Business
- New Mexico State University (NM)
Agriculture, Economics and Business - Advising is housed in the Department of Management (College of Business) and Plant and Environmental Sciences Department, College of Agricultural, Consumer & Environmental Sciences.
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
Food Studies (MA)
- University of the Pacific (CA)
This multidisciplinary program is designed to train students to master skills necessary for success in food related professions. Courses range across many disciplines including Anthropology, History, Sociology, Literature and Law, …
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
Sustainable Agroforestry Option for Natural Resources Major
- Oregon State University (OR)
The student pursuing this option will develop skills and knowledge necessary to design and manage integrated sustainable land management systems involving co-production of woody plants and agricultural plants and animals.
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
Sustainable Food Concentration
- Smith College (MA)
The Sustainable Food Concentration lets students engage in an interdisciplinary exploration of food and the many issues involved in sustainability. Whether students are interested in global food distribution systems, the …
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
Sustainable Agriculture Co-op Program
- Fleming College (ON)
Throughout the Sustainable Agriculture program Students will Learn from experienced farmers and practitioners in class, on farm field days, and during panel discussions,Develop a business case and farm plan, Focus …
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
Horticulture (AAS)
- College of Lake County (IL)
Today’s horticulture industry offers careers that go beyond landscaping and floral design. Associate degree graduates of horticulture programs can become natural area managers, arborists and owners and managers of sustainable …
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
Agricultural & Resource Economics (MS)
- University of Connecticut (CT)
The Department takes particular pride in its research program and recognizes that research permits graduate students to demonstrate their creative ability and to attain academic maturity. Students usually begin thinking …
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
Sustainable Food Crop Production
- University of Connecticut (CT)
This minor provides an overview of issues related to sustainable food crop production within the context of environmental stewardship.
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
Bioenergy Concentration, Plant Sciences Program
- University of Tennessee at Knoxville (TN)
The Department of Plant Sciences (PS) conducts academic, outreach and research programs in agricultural and natural resource plant sciences, at facilities in Knoxville and several Research and Education Centers throughout …
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
Organic Production Concentration, Plant Sciences BS
- University of Tennessee at Knoxville (TN)
The organic production concentration is designed to create leaders in the field of organic and sustainable agriculture. Students will gain the knowledge and skills for production and management of organic …
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
Food & Agriculture (BA)
- Indiana University Bloomington (IN)
Geographers engaged in the study of Food and Agriculture at Indiana University focus on agricultural decision-making, agricultural and food policy, consumer choice and taste, food security, food systems governance and …
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
Green Building Certificate Program
- Colorado State University (CO)
IBE specializes facilitating the integrated design, construction and operations processes to help teams realize their green building and sustainability goals.
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
Planning (MS)
- University of Arizona (AZ)
The Master of Science (MS) in Planning Program is located within the College of Architecture, Planning and Landscape Architecture (CAPLA), a national leader in sustainable design, planning, and management. As …
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
Sustainable Built Environments (BS)
- University of Arizona (AZ)
The College of Architecture, Planning, and Landscape Architecture is pleased to offer an extraordinary degree opportunity for students interested in entering the new green economy. The Bachelor of Science in …
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
Sustainable Horticulture Concentration, Applied Biological Sciences (BS)
- Arizona State University (AZ)
The sustainable horticulture concentration is designed for students who want theory and practical experiences in the unique aspects of the culture of plants in an urban desert environment. Students acquire …
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
Ecology, specialization in Human-Environment Interactions (MS)
- Colorado State University (CO)
The Human Environment Interactions specialization draws on the expertise of GDPE Faculty in the social and environmental sciences to help students construct solutions to critical human/environmental problems. Students learn about …
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
Ecology, specialization in Human-Environment Interactions (PhD)
- Colorado State University (CO)
The Human Environment Interactions specialization draws on the expertise of GDPE Faculty in the social and environmental sciences to help students construct solutions to critical human/environmental problems. Students learn about …
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
Ecosystem Science & Sustainability (BS)
- Colorado State University (CO)
The Ecosystem Science and Sustainability (ESS) degree program provides students with the knowledge and ability to integrate the latest science into real-world decision making. Our affiliation with CSU’s Natural Resource …
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
Fish, Wildlife & Conservation Biology (Bachelor)
- Colorado State University (CO)
Foundation coursework in areas of biology, maths/calculus, chemistry, physics, and an introduction to wildlife biology. This foundation builds towards a more specific higher level coursework and is designed to provide …
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
Conservation Biology (BS)
- State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry (NY)
The courses associated with this major reflect the interdisciplinary and holistic nature of conservation biology. After obtaining a foundation in basic science communication, and general education subjects, students learn the …
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
Environmental Biology (BS)
- State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry (NY)
The curriculum for the bachelor of science degree in environmental biology is built around a core of required courses that provides a general education, a background in the principles of …
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
Ecosystem Science & Policy; Marine Ecosystems & Society (BA/BS)
- University of Miami (FL)
The Ecosystem Science and Policy program offers two undergraduate degrees: a Bachelor of Science (B. S. ) and a Bachelor of Arts (B. A. ). Students earning a B. S. …
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
Conservation Biology (PSM)
- University of Central Florida (FL)
The Professional Science Master’s (PSM) in Conservation Biology provides students with high-quality training in evaluating, understanding, and providing solutions to society’s conservation challenges. The program teaches relevant skills, provides expertise …
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
Conservation Biology Graduate Certificate
- University of Central Florida (FL)
The graduate Conservation Biology Certificate enables studens to extend thier BS degree into conservation theory and application, based on 12 credit hours of graduate courses, including a Zoo and Aquarium …
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
Conservation Biology (MS)
- University of Alberta (AB)
An interdisciplinary field of research for students drawing on natural and social sciences with the aim of protecting species and their habitats. Research topics include: environmental issues; status and trend …
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
Conservation Biology (PhD)
- University of Alberta (AB)
An interdisciplinary field of research for students drawing on natural and social sciences with the aim of protecting species and their habitats. Research topics include: environmental issues; status and trend …
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
Fish, Wildlife & Conservation & Ecology (BS)
- New Mexico State University (NM)
Our Department prepares students for a career in conservation and management of fish, wildlife and their habitats.
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
Wildlife Sciences (MS)
- New Mexico State University (NM)
We apply traditional and emerging scientific methods to understand the ecology of fish and wildlife and use this knowledge for conservation and management. We strive for excellence in research, teaching …
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
Applied & Environmental Biology (MS)
- Missouri University of Science and Technology (MO)
The program emphasizes research designed to understand responses and adaptations in biological systems at cellular and molecular levels as well as at the community and ecological level.
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
Urban Ecology BA/BS
- University of Utah (UT)
The undergraduate degree in Urban Ecology focuses on exploring the interrelationships among social, environmental and economic systems, with an aim toward enhancing the vitality and sustainability of places and communities.
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
Bioenergy Minor
- Oregon State University (OR)
The Bioenergy Minor focuses on bioenergy concepts and issues and offers students an opportunity to gain significant research experience and skills. This interdisciplinary minor is open to all majors. It …
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
Rangeland Ecology & Management (MS)
- Oregon State University (OR)
Oregon State University's Department of Rangeland Ecology and Management offers the master of science, master of agriculture, and Ph. D. degrees. The department is accredited by the Society for Range …
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
Rangeland Ecology & Management (PhD)
- Oregon State University (OR)
Oregon State University's Department of Rangeland Ecology and Management offers the master of science, master of agriculture, and Ph. D. degrees. The department is accredited by the Society for Range …
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
Bioenergy Graduate Certificate
- Pennsylvania State University (PA)
The graduate certificate in Bioenergy is designed specifically for current and aspiring practitioners who seek advanced skills for growing the bioenergy industry. To accommodate participation by working professionals the program …
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
BioRenewable Systems (MS)
- Pennsylvania State University (PA)
Biorenewable Systems are the structures and processes that create and support biologically-based products capable of being continuously replaced through sound technology and management. BRS is positioned to be a world-renowned …
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
BioRenewable Systems (PhD)
- Pennsylvania State University (PA)
Biorenewable Systems are the structures and processes that create and support biologically-based products capable of being continuously replaced through sound technology and management. BRS is positioned to be a world-renowned …
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
Biology & Society Concentration, Biological Sciences (BS)
- Arizona State University (AZ)
The BS program in biology and society focuses on training biology students to understand the social context of their science, to ask how and why a biological problem has been …
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
Conservation Biology & Ecology Concentration, Biological Sciences (BS)
- Arizona State University (AZ)
Conservation biologists at ASU investigate the impact of humans on Earth's biodiversity and develop practical approaches to prevent the extinction of species and promote the sustainable use of biological resources. …
- Posted April 12, 2018
- Academic Programs
- View more
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.