The Sustainability Studies (B.A.) at Hofstra University is crafted for students eager to address pressing global environmental issues within urban and suburban contexts. You will delve into critical areas such as sustainability management, green entrepreneurialism, ecosystem dynamics, international development, and community planning. This interdisciplinary undergraduate degree empowers you to tailor your learning through carefully selected electives, in consultation with your advisor, ensuring your studies align with your unique academic and career aspirations in this vital field.
This full-time, on-campus Bachelor of Arts program is studied over four years, providing a comprehensive immersion into sustainability. Your curriculum includes a core sequence of required courses, such as "Our Sustainable World" and a senior-year capstone sequence involving "Seminar on Sustainability" and "Sustainability Studio." You will also engage with 12 semester hours of electives, potentially exploring topics like environmental geology, conservation, urban planning, or environmental economics. You will graduate with a strong foundation and practical insights, prepared for diverse career paths in environmental advocacy, policy, and sustainable business practices.