Sustainability and Environment

Engage with the big issues of our time

The sustainable future of our societies and our planet has never been more important. This combined degree engages students with the different dimensions of sustainability and the complexity of sustainable development.

Sustainability is challenging growth for businesses and demanding policy change from governments. Expertise in sustainability across different sectors is in growing demand. UTS’ Sustainability and Environment degrees are offered as dual programs with a range of exciting courses.

Note: Sustainability and Environment is not a standalone program.

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Sustainable practice
Top 15

UTS is ranked among the top 15 universities globally for its contributions to sustainability, and sustainability is at the core of the UTS 2027 Strategy.

Times Higher Education Impact Ranking 2023
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Graduate outcomes
#5 in Australia

We’re in Australia's top five universities for graduate employability.

QS Graduate Employability Rankings 2022
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Excellent education
5 stars

UTS received 5 stars for excellence in Research, Employability, Facilities, Teaching, Innovation, Inclusiveness and Internationalisation.

QS Stars Rating 2021-2024

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Why study Sustainability and Environment at UTS?

Undertake a combined degree.
Engage with organisations, industry experts and local communities throughout your studies to address and gain experience tackling real-world problems.
Develop and apply essential skills like problem solving, data gathering and analysis, design thinking, project management, stakeholder engagement and communication in studio subjects.
Balance depth in an area of professional practice with the multidisciplinary knowledge needed to drive change.
Learn from your peers who are studying a range of professional degrees to diversify and challenge your thinking.

Get inspired

Explore where a degree in Sustainability and Environment could take you.

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