Bachelor of Science in Sustainability and Green Economy

Overview

Turn your passion for the planet into a purposeful career.

In this fully online and flexible degree, you'll explore how to drive impactful change in the world by developing future-ready sustainability skills. Whether you're a fresh high school graduate or a working professional, this program adapts to your pace with stackable micro-credentials and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

You'll study real-world topics such as climate change, sustainable cities, and circular economy, guided by global experts. With a curriculum aligned to both UAE's Green Agenda 2030 and global SDGs, your learning will be both locally relevant and globally recognized.

Who is This Program For?

For students and professionals passionate about driving real-world impact in sustainability and the green economy.

This program prepares you for diverse roles across industries, from tech and healthcare to government and NGOs. You'll gain hands-on skills in managing environmental resources, assessing carbon impact, and driving sustainable innovation in areas like the circular economy, renewable energy, and urban planning.

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    Sustainability Consultant / Coordinator
  • Environmental Regulations & Policy Analyst icon
    Environmental Regulations & Policy Analyst
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    Research Analyst
  • Workplace Health & Safety Expert icon
    Workplace Health & Safety Expert
  • ESG and Sustainability Reporting Specialist icon
    ESG and Sustainability Reporting Specialist
  • Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) Specialist icon
    Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) Specialist
  • Circular Economy Advisor icon
    Circular Economy Advisor
  • Urban Sustainability Planner icon
    Urban Sustainability Planner
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    Big Data Engineer
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KNOWLEDGE

Graduates of this program will gain a strong foundation in

  • Sustainability science, environmental management, and green technologies that support a low-carbon future

  • Socioeconomic frameworks and policies that shape sustainable development at local, regional, and global levels.

  • Global and national sustainability agendas, including the UAE Green Agenda 2030 and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

  • Concepts such as the circular economy, sustainable urbanization, and climate resilience from a systems-thinking perspective.

  • Interdisciplinary approaches that link environmental science, policy, innovation, and entrepreneurship

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Skills You Will Gain

This program equips learners with the ability to

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Analyze environmental, social, and economic data to assess sustainability risks and opportunities

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Apply critical thinking and problem-solving to develop evidence-based sustainability strategies

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Communicate sustainability concepts clearly across diverse audiences and platforms

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Collaborate in multidisciplinary teams to design innovative solutions for environmental and social challenges

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Demonstrate leadership and ethical decision-making in professional sustainability roles

Accreditations

This degree is accredited by the UAE's Ministry of Higher Education and recognized both locally and internationally, ensuring your qualification holds global value.

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Muammar Khalad Al Katheeri, Master of Science in Innovation and Change Management

"This program helped me connect my passion for sustainability with real-world skills in ESG and green innovation."

Muammar Khalad Al Katheeri
Master of Science in Innovation and Change Management

Study Plan

Course topics include environmental sustainability, sustainable agriculture and food security, sustainable communities, climate change, water sustainability, and natural resource management.

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SUST404
Remedial Mathematics
3
Online
ENGL101
English I
3
Online
ARAB101
Arabic Studies
3
Online
ARAB102
Arabic As Foreign Language
3
Online
PROG101
Introduction to Programming
3
Online
HLTH101
Health and Wellbeing
3
Online
MATH101
General Mathematics
3
Online

Pre-requisites

The program is open to recent high school graduates as well as professionals seeking career advancement in sustainability-related fields.

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High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum GPA and English proficiency.

We believe learning is a continuous journey. Our programs are designed to support learners as they evolve professionally, personally, and across life stages.

We break barriers to education by delivering flexible, fully online, and accessible learning experiences for diverse learners from all backgrounds and life paths.

Assessment

Participants will engage in practical, hands-on training sessions throughout the program, where they will apply their learning to real-world scenarios.

Assessment Methods include

Full Program Review

Evaluates the overall curriculum, graduation and entry requirements, and benchmarks the program against international standards.

Every 3 Years

Learning Outcomes Assessment

Measures how well students are achieving key Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs) and how these link to course objectives (CLOs).

Annual

Course-Level Quality Checks

Reviews course design, teaching tools, assessment methods, and student performance every semester to ensure continuous improvement.

Ongoing

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