Addressing sustainability challenges globally and locally requires research and solutions from a wide range of disciplines. We hope every UVA student – regardless of major – is able to integrate sustainability-related curriculum into their studies if they so choose. 

Classes and Opportunities

Check out this comprehensive list of sustainability-related classes across all disciplines, schools, and majors. Curated periodically by the Sustainability Advocates – the list may not be fully accurate each semester.

Academic Programs

• Global Studies - Environments & Sustainability | BA
• Environmental Sciences | BA, BS, MA, MS, DMP, Ph.D.
• Environmental Thought & Practice | BA, DMP
• Civil & Environmental Engineering | BS, ME, MS, Ph.D.
• Urban & Environmental Planning | BUEP, MUEP
• Environmental & Land Use Law | JD
• Innovation for Sustainability | MBA

Minors and Certificates

• Global Studies - Environments & Sustainability | Minor
• Environmental Sciences | Minor
• Technology & the Environment | Minor

J-Term Study Abroad
 

Resources for Faculty

• Sustainability Teaching & Research Subcommittee (Course Development Fellowships)
• Office of the Provost
• Center for Teaching Excellence