Arizona State University Rob Walton College of Global Futures 9 courses 30 total credits
The Master of Science in sustainable food systems is a research-oriented degree program in which you develop an understanding of present-day health, agriculture and environmental policy; develop strategies to lead policy discussions; interact with a network of food and agriculture policy leaders and mentors; and apply your knowledge and skills to address problems related to food and food systems. The program includes two week-long experiences for you to engage in food systems. The first is in Arizona. There, you have the opportunity to talk with and learn from farmers, ranchers and supply chain businesses about how food and agriculture policies and programs impact their operations. The second is a seminar in Washington, D.C, where you gain knowledge of leadership theories, develop leadership skills and engage in conversation with influential food policy leaders from a variety of sectors. As a graduate of the program, you'll be able to employ solutions-based thinking and a dynamic systems framework to create the inclusive, diverse and resilient food systems of the future.
| Required Core | 21 credits |
| Electives | 6 credits |
| Culminating Experience | 3 credits |
| Total Credits | 30 credits |
Required Core
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SFS 560 | Tools and Tactics for Food Policy Change | 3 |
| SFS 561 | Food and Farm Immersion Experience | 2 |
| SFS 562 | Managing Natural Resources for Food Production | 3 |
| SFS 563 | Applied Food Policy Immersion Experience | 2 |
| SFS 564 | American Agriculture in the Global Context | 2 |
| SFS 565 | Research Methods and Analysis | 3 |
| SFS 566 | Applied Research Project | 3 |
| SOS 509 | Leading Sustainability Transitions | 3 |
| Total Required Core | 21 credits | |
Electives
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