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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Sustainability Leadership Minor
- Pennsylvania State University (PA)
The Intercollege Minor in Sustainability Leadership allows students in any major to incorporate sustainability as a significant theme in their undergraduate degree program. Through a combination of coursework and immersive …
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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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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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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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Sustainable Forest Management (MF/MS)
- Oregon State University (OR)
The Sustainable Forest Management graduate program emphasizes the conservation of forest-dominated landscapes to meet a defined set of ecological, economic and social criteria over long time frames. The program follows …
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 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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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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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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Environmental Resources Engineering (BS)
- State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry (NY)
This program offers engineering science and design course work in the areas of environmental and related resources with a breadth and combination unparalleled in the United States. Our graduates use …
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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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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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Population, Development & Sustainability, Geography Major
- University of Utah (UT)
This emphasis focuses on sustainable population growth and urban systems. Students can choose electives that allow them to specialize in either Urban or Sustainable Development areas.
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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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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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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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Environmental Geology Major
- Beloit College (WI)
The environmental geology major provides an understanding of how earth systems operate and how humans interact with the environment.
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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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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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Environmental Studies Concentration, Division of Continuing Studies
- University of Nebraska at Omaha (NE)
An area of concentration in Environmental Studies is concerned with chemical pollutants, environmental geology, local and regional planning, environmental biology, and monitoring of the environment with regard to conservation and …
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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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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 …
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Environment & Sustainability Focus Area in Economic & Social Development of Regions (MA)
- University of Massachusetts Lowell (MA)
This focus area introduces students to some of the most significant issues arising from the connections of economic activity and economic development to the quality and sustainability of the environment. …
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Sustainable Energy Management (BS)
- State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry (NY)
The Sustainable Energy Management (SEM) program is structured to introduce students to a wide range of energy markets and resources (fossil fuels, electricity, renewable and sustainable energy resources) while maintaining …
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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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Environmental Management & Protection (BS)
- Cal Poly Humboldt (CA)
The Environmental Science and Management (ESM) major provides an educational environment that fosters and develops the capability to analyze, understand, manage and improve the relationships among people, ecosystems and natural …
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Environmental Studies (Bachelor)
- Whitman College (WA)
The program introduces students to a wide variety of perspectives that examine the many connections between humans and nature. To do this, the program combines a broad set of relevant …
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Bachelor of Environmental Design (BED)
- Texas A&M University (TX)
provides extensive knowledge of architectural history and theory, and cultivates high levels of knowledge and capability in building and design technology. Coursework encourages multidisciplinary and comparative perspectives that allow opportunities …
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Environmental Science (BS)
- Messiah University (PA)
The environmental science curriculum is interdisciplinary, drawing heavily from biology and chemistry. Students will take courses in entomology (the study of insects), herpetology (the study of reptiles and amphibians), ornithology …
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