Sustainability ,Minor
Climate, Environment, Future, Global, Green, International, Policy, economics, social, urban
To better prepare yourself to improve your community and the world, you'll need the useful skills that employers are looking for. Pair this minor with a solid background in another field, and you'll have the ability to use a sustainability mindset to address broad social, economic and environmental challenges.
Students in the sustainability minor program learn about the concept of sustainability and how it may be used to develop solutions to pressing issues affecting society, organizations, the environment and the world.
The program introduces sustainability principles and contextualizes how sustainability can be applied to all academic disciplines and professional fields. Students explore the challenges of sustainability within human societies, economies, the environment, cultures and technology, all of which are in local, national and international contexts.
The minor is intended to draw from and inform almost any major offered by the university.
- College/school:
College of Global Futures
- Location: Downtown Phoenix, Polytechnic, Tempe, West Valley or Online
2025-2026 Catalog Year
| Requirement | Minimum Grade | Credit Hours |
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| Requirement | Minimum Grade | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Core Requirements | ||
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SOS 110: Building a Sustainable World
(SUST)
3 Credit
Hours
Minimum
Grade:C
|
C | 3 |
|
SOS 111: Sustainable Cities
(SUST)
3 Credit
Hours
Minimum
Grade:C
|
C | 3 |
| SOS/SFS Electives | ||
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Upper Division
SOS Elective
or
Upper Division
SFS Elective
9 Credit
Hours
Minimum
Grade:C
|
C | 9 |
|
SOS Elective
or
SFS Elective
3 Credit
Hours
Minimum
Grade:C
|
C | 3 |
| Requirement | Minimum Grade | Credit Hours |
|---|
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Prerequisite courses may be needed in order to complete the requirements of this minor.
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GPA Requirement: None
Incompatible Majors: BA in business (sustainability); BA in interdisciplinary studies with a concentration in sustainability; BS in public service and public policy (sustainability); BA in sustainability; BS in sustainability; BS in sustainable food systems
Other Enrollment Requirements: None
Current ASU undergraduate students may pursue a minor and have it recognized on their ASU transcript at graduation. Minor requirements appear on the degree audit once the minor is added. Certain major and minor combinations may be deemed inappropriate by the college or department of either the major program or the minor. Courses taken for the minor may not count toward both the major and minor.
ASU offers this program in an online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year. Applicants may view the program’s ASU Online page for program descriptions and to request more information.
With more than 300 Global Education program opportunities available to them, students of all majors, including programs in the College of Global Futures, are able to tailor their experience to their specific interests and skill sets. Whether in a foreign country, in the U.S. or online, students build communication skills, learn to adapt and persevere, and are exposed to research and internships across the world, increasing their professional network.
Students can find programs specific to their interests on the College of Global Futures study abroad webpage and additional opportunities and information on the ASU Global Education Office website. These sites also include additional information about applying for funding to support global travel.
A minor in sustainability enhances a graduate's career prospects across various fields including business, technology, science, education, government or the nonprofit sector. The transdisciplinary nature of this program equips graduates with valuable knowledge and skills that complement their bachelor's degree, setting them apart in a competitive job market.
This minor enables graduates to integrate sustainability principles into their chosen career path, addressing critical global issues related to economics, environment, policy, social dynamics, urban development and community well-being. Whether working on sustainable business strategies, environmentally conscious technology solutions or policy initiatives, graduates are well prepared to contribute positively to their organizations and society as a whole. By embracing sustainability, graduates not only enhance their employability but also become agents of change, championing a more sustainable and equitable future.
School of Sustainability
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WCPH 4th floor
cgfadvising@asu.edu
480-727-6963
3 year programs
These programs allow students to fast-track their studies after admission and earn a bachelor's degree in three years or fewer while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students should talk to their academic advisor to get started.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
