The University of Texas at Austin College of Liberal Arts 11 courses 20 total credits
This certificate gives students the opportunity to explore a variety of disciplinary approaches to environmental processes and contemporary environmental issues. By bringing together courses in natural sciences, social sciences, design disciplines, and the humanities, this program affords a complex understanding of how the diverse parts of the earthโs environment and society interact. Designed to complement a range of majors, the certificate prepares students to address environmental issues in careers as researchers, writers, policy makers, sustainable business leaders, and educators. Through the Connecting Experiences component, students have the opportunity to participate in an array of internship and research experiences related to the environment and sustainability. Requirements are listed in the table below. Additional requirements may follow the table, so be sure to read the entire page. Some required courses listed below may also satisfy General Education requirements, including Core Curriculum. Students should also review the University's Undergraduate Minor and Certificate Requirements and Policies.
Forum Seminars
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BDP 201.2 | Environmental Change and Sustainability |
Hours chosen from: Strand hours
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ANT 325C | Cultures of Sustainability | 3 |
| CMS 362E | Environmental Communication | 3 |
| E 343G | Global Environmental Literature and Film | 3 |
| EVE 302 | Foundations of Environmental Engineering | 3 |
| GEO 302C | Climate: Past, Present, and Future | 3 |
| GRG 333K | Climate Change | 3 |
| SUS 301 | Introduction to Sustainability Studies | 3 |
| Total | 12 credits | |
Approved Hours chosen from: Research or internship Connecting Experiences (see advisor)
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BDP 320K | Connecting Research Experience | |
| BDP 320L | Connecting Research Experience | 3 |
| BDP 325K | Connecting Internship Experience | |
| Total | 6 credits | |
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