Sustainability Studies (B.S.)

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute - INTO

Sustainability Studies is a degree designed for environmentally conscious students seeking an education that blends social and natural sciences, humanities, and technology.Outstanding students at Rensselaer have the option to complete a dual major, for a distinctive career profile. These combinations of degree programs - for example, Chemical Engineering and Sustainability Studies - are designed so that you can complete the requirements for both majors in just four years.Sustainability Studies prepares students to work as environmental experts in government, industry, and non-profits. The Sustainability Studies degree combines techniques and insights from the social sciences and humanities to pursue a healthy environment, economic prosperity, and social justice.