Urban Sustainability
Earn a Bachelor of Arts in Urban Sustainability from the University of the District of Columbia and help your urban community work towards a greener, more efficient future! With small class sizes to ensure hands-on learning, seminar-style classes to promote collaboration and an array of internship opportunities, you'll be well prepared for an impactful career or to continue your education in UDC's Professional Science Master’s program.
Bachelor of Arts in Urban Sustainability
With a degree in urban sustainability, you'll be well-equipped to join not only this rapidly growing field, but also have skills applicable to nearly any career, including construction, law, health, planning management and more. Apply today and take your first step towards a rewarding career in a world driven by sustainability!
At UDC, we know how important it is that you receive more than just traditional learning opportunities in a classroom environment. During your time in the program, not only will you be provided with classes in environmental studies, climate change and environmental policy, you'll have the opportunity to select from a wide range of internships, which provide students with the resources and opportunities to:
- Improve food security
- Mitigate climate change
- Combat childhood obesity and health issues
- Improve food safety
- Improve water safety and management
- Expand alternative energy solutions
Urban Sustainability Professional Sciences Master's Program
As cities are becoming the home of large percentages of the global population, finding ways to build sustainable and resilient urban communities and organizations is crucial. The Urban Sustainability program prepares students for a wide range of sustainability careers and rapid advancement in business, government, and nonprofit organizations, by offering hands-on experience in sustainable project design, implementation, maintenance, and assessment. Students will learn how to assess and design sustainable practices, technologies, and systems that create solutions for current urban sustainability challenges through case studies and internship programs. In addition to required courses, students can gain insights into more sustainability practices through the Center for Sustainable Development and Resilience.
Contact Us
Want to know more about Urban Sustainability programs at UDC? Contact us at any time, and we would be more than happy to help answer any questions!
Marshelle Hailstock
Project Coordinator, Outreach & Recruitment, Office of the Dean
4250 Connecticut Avenue, NW
5th Floor
202-274-7135
mhailstock@udc.edu
Dr. Elizabeth Gearin
Assistant Professor and Program Coordinator
Department of Architecture & Urban Sustainability
4250 Connecticut Avenue, NW
5th Floor
202-981-4032
elizabeth.gearin@udc.edu