Iowa City,
IA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BSc in Sustainability Science in Iowa City United States | University of Iowa
University of Iowa
|
Iowa City United States
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
30,754
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The National Academy of Sciences describes sustainability science as a growing discipline that examines the relationships between ecological and human systems, focusing on how these interactions influence sustainability goals: fulfilling current and future societal needs while alleviating poverty and protecting Earth's ecosystems.
Global challenges persist across water quality, climate shifts, air pollution, biodiversity loss, and rural community decline. Transformative opportunities exist in renewable energy, sustainable urban planning, and local food systems to advance social, economic, and environmental objectives. However, addressing these multifaceted issues requires skilled professionals capable of implementing solutions. The sustainability science program delivers a challenging, interdisciplinary education combining environmental studies, analytical methods, and communication skills, enhanced by practical experiences like international study, research projects, and community engagement.
Graduates of the sustainability science program will develop expertise to:
Comprehend the intricate connections between human activities and natural systems
Evaluate decision outcomes amid conflicting data, perspectives, and objectives
Effectively communicate sustainability principles to policymakers and communities
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Students must meet the following requirements for admission: completion of academic upper secondary school (generally a total of 12-13 years of primary and secondary education); a corresponding secondary school diploma or leaving certificate; completion of minimum high school course requirements of the following: 4 years of English/language arts; 2 years in a single language of world languages; 3 years including courses in physical science, biology, chemistry, environmental science and physics of natural science; 3 years of social studies; 2 years of algebra; and 1 year of geometry.
English Language Requirements:
- An IELTS (International English Language Testing System) total score of 6.5, with no sub score lower than 6.0
- Internet-based test (iBT): 80 with no sub score lower than 17
- Revised TOEFL Paper-delivered Test: no sub score lower than 17
- Paper-based test (PBT): 530
- An ACT English sub score of 21
- An SAT Reading score of 29
- A Pearson Test of English (PTE) score of 53 with no sub-scores lower than 47
Tuition
USD
30,754