Degrees in Sustainability
Explore the sustainability-focused academic programs and courses offered at Seattle University. Students have opportunities to earn a BA, BS, minor, or certificate within programs centered on various dimensions of sustainability.
Environment and Sustainability
Earn a BA, BS, or Minor in Environment and Sustainability. Gain the interdisciplinary knowledge and skills required to tackle complex environmental problems and build a just, sustainable future. Taking a holistic approach, you will examine the intersection of environmental science, policy, and social equity. Customize your degree by specializing in Urban Sustainability, Ecological Systems, Environmental Education and Communication, or Policy, Politics, and Justice—or tailor your own pathway.
Civil and Environmental Engineering
Earn a BS in Civil Engineering with an Environmental Specialization or Minor in Environmental Engineering, Humanitarian Engineering or Environmental Science. Learn to design solutions that improve infrastructure, protect the environment, and enhance public safety. This program emphasizes hands-on learning and practical application.
Marine and Conservation Biology
Earn a BS in Marine and Conservation Biology. Engage with relevant local and global environmental issues through immersive field experiences. This program is designed for students who want to focus on exploring biodiversity, the web of relationships among organisms, the changing dynamics of ecosystems, and more.
Certificate in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Geospatial Technology
Any student at Seattle University can earn a certificate in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) & Geospatial Technology. Jump start your career working with GIS software and data collection tools, leading to a wide range of professional opportunities.
Sustainability Courses
Seattle University offers 500+ sustainability-related courses