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Sustainability degrees abroad

Now, more than ever, countries around the world must protect and preserve their natural environments and resources. As a sustainability student, you’ll consider the threats faced by our planet and explore potential solutions and strategies for a more sustainable future.

Sustainability is a subject that involves branches of science, geography, economics, and anthropology. You’ll be tasked with applying the theoretical principles and practices of sustainability to real-life scenarios and challenges. You’ll evaluate government policies and the economic, human, and environmental consequences of any proposed plans.

By studying abroad, you’ll see how issues of sustainability vary across the globe. You’ll encounter new environments, landscapes, and ecosystems that will broaden your horizons and give you a global perspective of the field. You’ll be part of projects that make a real difference to local communities, including those relating to clean water, renewable energy, and waste management.

Sustainability program structure

The majority of sustainability programs are offered as either a BA or a BSc. These courses cover similar ground, but a BSc will involve more independent research and scientific analysis. Bachelor’s programs are usually studied over three or four years, depending on the university. Most undergraduate sustainability courses around the world will be accredited by a professional body, like the Institute for Environmental Management and Assessment (IEAMA).

In the US, a sustainability major will last for a minimum of four years. In line with the liberal arts model, you’ll first complete two years of general education studies before specializing in sustainability-specific modules in your final two years.

Most universities will strongly encourage you to participate in a placement year or a year abroad. These experiences will support you to grow both professionally and personally.

After finishing your bachelor’s degree, you can go on to study a postgraduate qualification. A master’s in sustainability usually takes one or two years of work. Following this, a PhD takes an average of five years to complete.

Teaching will mainly be made up of lectures, seminars, workshops, hands-on laboratories, field trips, and tutorials. This mixture will provide you will a sound theoretical and practical comprehension of the field. Assessment typically takes the form of exams, coursework, presentations, and practical projects.

What’s covered in sustainability programs will vary slightly from one university to another. You’ll have plenty of elective modules to choose from, but you’ll probably study these core topic areas too:

  • Sustainable practices and principles
  • Sustainable futures
  • Studying the environment
  • Sustainable development
  • Environmental policy, politics, and governance
  • Ecology and ecosystems
  • Managing biodiversity
  • Climate change

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Sustainability study abroad programs

Sustainability undergraduate programs

Bachelor's in sustainability

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    Business and Management: Sustainability - BBM Burgundy School of Business, France

    Program type
    Bachelor's
    Duration
    3 years
    Annual tuition fee
    15,121 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 14,000 EUR

    Start date
    September
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    Public Service and Public Policy: Sustainability - BSc Arizona State University, USA

    Program type
    Bachelor's
    Duration
    4 years
    Annual tuition fee
    29,834 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 29,834 USD

    Start date
    August, January
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    Business Administration: Sustainability - BBA Wilfrid Laurier University, Canada

    Program type
    Bachelor's
    Duration
    4 years
    Annual tuition fee
    21,433 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 29,000 CAD

    Start date
    September
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    Urban Planning and Sustainable Development - BA Western Washington University, USA

    Program type
    Bachelor's
    Duration
    4 years
    Annual tuition fee
    24,690 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 24,690 USD

    Start date
    January, September
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    Civil and Sustainability Engineering - BSc Murray State University, USA

    Program type
    Bachelor's
    Duration
    4 years
    Annual tuition fee
    14,328 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 14,328 USD

    Start date
    January, April, August
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Associate in sustainability

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    Sustainability Coordinator - AASc Lane Community College, USA

    Program type
    Associate
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    11,500 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 11,500 USD

    Start date
    September, January, March
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Sustainability graduate programs

Master's in sustainability

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    Agriculture for Sustainable Development - MSc University of Greenwich, UK

    Program type
    Master's
    Duration
    1 year
    Annual tuition fee
    17,366 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 14,000 GBP

    Start date
    September
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    Applied Computer Science for Sustainable Development - MSc Kristianstad University, Sweden

    Program type
    Master's
    Duration
    1 year
    Annual tuition fee
    12,824 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 135,000 SEK

    Start date
    August
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    Applied Sustainability Management - MSc Haarlem Campus, Netherlands

    Program type
    Master's
    Duration
    1 year
    Annual tuition fee
    17,183 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 15,900 EUR

    Start date
    September, February
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    Aviation & Aerospace Sustainability - MSc Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, USA
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    Program type
    Master's
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    9,301 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 9,301 USD

    Start date
    August, January, May, June
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    Business Administration: Business Sustainability - MBA Massey University, New Zealand

    Program type
    Master's
    Duration
    1 year
    Annual tuition fee
    32,051 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 51,000 NZD

    Start date
    November, February, July
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Doctorate in sustainability

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    Education - PhD Nipissing University, Canada

    Program type
    Doctorate
    Duration
    4 years
    Annual tuition fee
    16,915 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 23,000 CAD

    Start date
    January, September
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    Professional Doctorate in Education with Special Focus on Sustainability, Equality and Diversity - PhD London South Bank University, UK

    Program type
    Doctorate
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    8,511 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 6,890 GBP

    Start date
    September
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Diploma in sustainability

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    Green Business Management and Sustainability - GDip Kwantlen Polytechnic University, Canada

    Program type
    Postgraduate diploma
    Duration
    2 years
    Annual tuition fee
    7,624 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 10,270 CAD

    Start date
    January, September
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    Business and Sustainability - GDip Lincoln University, New Zealand

    Program type
    Postgraduate diploma
    Duration
    1 year
    Annual tuition fee
    17,593 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 29,100 NZD

    Start date
    January, June
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Certificate in sustainability

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    Aviation & Aerospace Sustainability - GradCert Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, USA
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    Program type
    Postgraduate certificate
    Duration
    1 year
    Annual tuition fee
    9,301 USD

    Fee in university's local currency 9,301 USD

    Start date
    August, January, May, June
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Future sustainability careers

Governments, organizations, and businesses are always looking for ways to reduce their negative impact on the environment and improve sustainability. As such, your skills, knowledge, and expertise will be in high demand across both public and private sectors. Here are some of the most common career paths pursued by sustainability graduates:

  • Sustainability consultant
  • Sustainability specialist
  • Climate change analyst
  • Energy consultant
  • Corporate social responsibility manager
  • Lecturer
  • Researcher
  • International aid/development worker

If you’re struggling to work out what your dream role is, it’s a good idea to undertake some work experience or an internship. Not only will you narrow down your interests and strengths, but you’ll also make useful professional connections and take your employability to the next level.