In Sustainability Studies at Trent University, students will have the opportunity to turn interdisciplinary inquiry into insight to solve problems and increase sustainability.

The first program of its kind in Canada, this program encourages students to tailor their educational experience. Pursue their interests as they explore the sustainability of human societies and the natural environment.

At Trent University, students will work with award-winning scholars, leading academics and practitioners as they contemplate complex challenges. Their education and research will be contributing directly to the understanding of environmental sustainability, economic prosperity, and social responsibility. Whether students are headed for further academic training, or setting out to meet the growing demand for highly qualified personnel in the public and private sectors, they will be preparing to make a difference. • Make connections with organizations that strive to minimize the environmental footprint while contributing to the economic and social advancement of communities in which they operate. • Prepare for a cutting-edge career in the green economy, social enterprise and entrepreneurship. • Live and learn in a spectacular campus that walks the talk of a sustainable community.

As a dedicated Sustainability Studies student who is committed to enacting change, students can pursue interdisciplinary inquiry and solve problems through course work, research and experiential learning opportunities.

At Trent University, a Canadian originator of academic programming in this area, students will gain real-world experience through a full-time, co-op field placement in year two of their degree. Guided by complementary course instruction in research methods, professional development and entrepreneurship, students will acquire the tools and expertise to address complex social and environmental challenges in practical ways.

With the support of award-winning scholars, leading academics and practitioners, students’ action research will be contributing directly to existing scholarship and professional practice related to environmental sustainability, economic prosperity and social responsibility. Students will be prepared to lead, build, and maintain start-up enterprises and small, growing operations in the public and private sectors.