Academic Programs
Introduction
AASHE’s academic programs listing is among the largest and most comprehensive public databases of academic programs in sustainability and related fields. It includes everything from professional certificates to doctoral degrees.
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Civil & Environmental Engineering (BS)
- University of South Florida (Tampa) (FL)
Students following the Civil Engineering curriculum have the opportunity during their senior year to specialize with elective courses in the concentrations of: Geotechnical/Transportation, Structures/Materials, or Water/Environmental.
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Leadership for Sustainability Education Specialization
- Portland State University (OR)
LSE prepares graduates for professional careers in sustainability education through the rigorous study of educational leadership and sustainability pedagogy that addresses the importance of ecological systems, bio-cultural diversity, social and …
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Environmental Studies (Bachelor)
- Portland State University (OR)
Environmental Science at PSU is the study of the interactions between society and the physical, chemical, ecological and biological processes that structure and maintain ecosystems. The Environmental Science and Management …
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Ocean, Earth & Atmospheric Sciences
- Oregon State University (OR)
Ocean, Earth, and Atmospheric Sciences is an interdisciplinary graduate major that first introduces students to the elements of the Earth system and the processes of mass and energy flow among …
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Socially Responsible Business Concentration, MBA
- Mills College (CA)
Practitioners of socially responsible business specialize in leading change within established, for-profit businesses to ensure that these firms are aligned effectively with society’s needs. Graduates in this concentration are equipped …
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Native American Studies (BA)
- Cal Poly Humboldt (CA)
The Native American Studies major program has three goals. One is to help students realize the objectives of an undergraduate major as defined at Humboldt State, “to attain an understanding …
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Environmental Studies (Bachelor)
- Luther College (IA)
The interdisciplinary major in environmental studies is designed to provide students with fundamental resources for understanding the complex and dynamic relations between humans and the natural world. The major integrates …
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Environmental Earth Sciences (BS)
- University of Alberta (AB)
Environmental Earth science is the study of interactions between humans and Earth's natural environment. Students will study the influence of human activities on the local and global environment as well …
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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.
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Environmental & Soil Sciences (BS)
- University of Tennessee at Knoxville (TN)
Environmental scientists study land, soil, and water resources, and their role in natural and managed ecosystems, often working to remove the hazards that affect people, wildlife, and their environments. Understanding …
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Alternative Energy Certificate
- College of Lake County (IL)
This certificate provides entry level technical instruction on wind, solar and geothermal energy sources. Courses in this certificate may also apply to certificates specific to solar, wind or geothermal energy …
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Rural & Environmental Sociology (PhD)
- University of Alberta (AB)
Rural sociology examines social structure and social change in rural areas, as well as issues such as food and agriculture, forestry, mining and energy development. Researchers in this program examine …
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Sustainability Management & Policy Graduate Certificate
- Pennsylvania State University (PA)
The graduate certificate in Sustainability Management and Policy is designed specifically for current and aspiring practitioners who seek advanced skills for advancing sustainability practice. The program is offered by the …
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Renewable Energy Minor
- State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry (NY)
This minor will provide students an opportunity to examine different sources of traditional and renewable energy simultaneously in the context of our total energy use using a systems perspective. Students …
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Environmental Studies Certificate
- Wesleyan University (CT)
Environmental studies is a multidisciplinary, integrative study of a broad range of environmental issues. Environmental science (such as climatology or conservation biology) is one aspect. But environmental studies also brings …
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Undergraduate Minor in Sustainable Development
- New Mexico State University (NM)
The Undergraduate Minor in Sustainable Development is an interdisciplinary program through which students develop a deeper understanding of the relations between humans and the natural environment. The minor offers students …
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Climate Science & Policy (MS)
- Bard College (NY)
The climate degree covers the interplay between climate systems, ecosystems, and agricultural systems on the one hand and solutions on the other, training future policy leaders to guide efforts in …
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Biological Oceanography (MS)
- Florida Institute of Technology (FL)
Oceanography is a broad, multidisciplinary science that integrates the expertise and skills of ocean scientists with that of engineers. Florida Tech's master's in oceanography is a research-centric program that focuses …
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Sustainability Minor
- Florida Institute of Technology (FL)
Requires four Restricted Electives (12 credit hours), including one introductory course in each of four areas: environmental science, economics, technology and social sciences/humanities.
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BS in Environment
- McGill University (QC)
Students are exposed to the different approaches, perspectives, and world views that will help them gain an understanding of the complexity and conflicts that underlie most environmental problems. Through the …
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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 …
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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.
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Environment & Community (MA)
- Cal Poly Humboldt (CA)
A two-year, interdisciplinary master’s program. Focuses on the relationship between people and the environment and finds socially just solutions to environmental problems.
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Resource Management & Environmental Planning Concentration in Geography (MA)
- San Francisco State University (CA)
The most common areas of specialization within the Master of Arts in Geography is the Concentration in Resource Management and Environmental Planning, which affords opportunities for work in affiliated disciplines, …
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Environmental Studies (Bachelor)
- University of the Pacific (CA)
The Department of Earth & Environmental Sciences takes a broad view of the Earth and offers courses that develop a scientific understanding of our planet, its history, natural systems, resources, …
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Environmental Education Certificate
- Arizona State University (AZ)
The Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College certificate in environmental education is for traditional and nontraditional educators and is designed to establish standards for professional excellence in environmental education. Environmental education …
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Sustainability Studies (BA)
- Messiah University (PA)
Messiah College's interdepartmental Bachelor of Arts (B. A. ) in sustainability studies is built upon a holistic approach that emphasizes the social, ecological and economic aspects of sustainable human communities.
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Urban Forestry Technician Certificate
- Fleming College (ON)
Students will learn how to care for urban trees and tree canopies, and gain a basic understanding of the landscape industry. As an Urban Forestry graduate, Students will be able …
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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 …
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Environmental Policy Minor
- University of South Florida St. Petersburg (FL)
A minor in environmental policy provides context for the students to understand how society, economics and politics help develop and shape policies that affect our environment and long-term sustainability, as …
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Environmental Sciences (PhD)
- Tennessee Technological University (TN)
The Doctor of Philosophy degree program in Environmental Sciences at Tennessee Technological University offers a concentration in either biology or chemistry but emphasizes the solution of complex environmental problems using …
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Water Science & Management (PhD)
- New Mexico State University (NM)
We face serious challenges concerning the supply, development, quality, management, and administration of water resources; responses to the challenges will have major impacts on regional economy, environmental quality, and the …
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Humanitarian Action Minor
- Eastern Mennonite University (VA)
A minor in humanitarian Action is part of a larger Humanitarian Action Leadership (HAL) program that includes this minor, a graduate certificate, and short and long term noncredit training courses. …
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Global Health Studies Program
- Yale University (CT)
The Global Health Studies Program at Yale University is designed for undergraduate students interested in understanding and addressing pressing global health challenges. The program offers courses through an interdisciplinary framework …
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Environmental Science Major - Chemistry Emphasis
- Calvin University (MI)
If students want to pursue a career requiring scientific training in environmental problems and their solutions, an environmental studies major will prepare them for jobs in a variety of fields. …
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Environmental & Sustainability Studies (BS)
- Tennessee Technological University (TN)
The Environmental and Sustainability Studies (ESS) undergraduate program focuses on developing a student's ability to find solutions to environmental problems through an interdisciplinary approach to teaching and learning. The ESS …
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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 …
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Sustainable Energy (MS/MPS)
- State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry (NY)
The Sustainable Energy area of study examines the biological, technical, economic, environmental, business, and policy feasibility and life cycle impacts of sustainable energy systems, with a particular focus on biobased …
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Sustainable Tourism & Hospitality Management Emphasis (BA/BS)
- University of Utah (UT)
The study of tourism and hospitality generally, comprises an enormous breadth of fascinating topics. Among the many topics that are of concern to tourism and hospitality students are cultural and …
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Sustainable Tourism Minor
- Arizona State University (AZ)
As sustainability expands in popularity as a discipline, students are looking to find ways to better understand how they can apply the principles of sustainability to specific areas of interest. …
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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.
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Oceanography (MS)
- Florida Institute of Technology (FL)
Oceanography is a broad, multidisciplinary science that integrates the expertise and skills of ocean scientists with that of engineers. Florida Tech's master's in oceanography is a research-centric program that focuses …
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Conservation & Environmental Planning Major
- University of Wisconsin-River Falls (WI)
The Conservation and Environmental Planning major 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 …
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Environmental Management Minor
- James Madison University (VA)
The cross disciplinary environmental management minor prepares students to apply the principles of environmental science and engineering to contemporary environmental problems in natural resource, industrial and public policy contexts. The …
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Energy & Sustainability Certificate
- Arizona State University (AZ)
The transdisciplinary certificate examines current energy systems and what would be required to create a sustainable energy future. Students begin with an overview of how energy affects peoples' lives, the …
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Bioresource Engineering (MS)
- McGill University (QC)
The Bioresource Engineering program (BREE) is interdisciplinary, being founded on an integration of engineering with the biological sciences. Bioresource Engineering includes the design, construction, operation, maintenance, remediation and upgrading of …
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Sustainability Specialization, MBA
- University of Alberta (AB)
The sustainability specialization of the Alberta MBA looks at how business can deliver a social impact, operate in an environmental sensitive manner and build communities. In addition to required courses …
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MSE in Sustainable Engineering
- Arizona State University (AZ)
The MSE in sustainable engineering is a multidisciplinary graduate program ideal for professionals and graduate-level students with engineering and physical science backgrounds who wish to design a flexible individualized plan …
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Environmental Science (BS)
- Cleveland State University (OH)
Environmental scientists study the effects of pollutants and toxins on ecosystems and implement ways to restore polluted environments to their natural state. They identify and quantify pollutants, as well as …
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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 …
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