Programs

What we're thinking now could change the way everyone thinks about the future.

Our Environment, Sustainability and Society (ESS) program, a Canadian first, is more than an academic offering. It's a whole new way of thinking.

New students to the ESS undergraduate program pursue the academic discipline of their choice—anything from theatre to biology to business—and combine it with a major in Environment, Sustainability and Society. Students graduate with a double major or combined honours degree, along with the intellectual tools to change the world for the better.

Inspiring

Solutions will not come from environmentalists alone, or from economists, policy-makers or scientists. Complex challenges like urbanization, global inequality, sustainable energy and water supplies, and climate change require new thinking that transcends traditional disciplines and approaches to education and research.

Interdisciplinary

The College of Sustainability harnesses the intellectual strength of experts in Dalhousie's 11 faculties and hundreds of disciplines. Students in the program learn through discussions and debates led by experts on sustainability from across Dalhousie. Classes are taught by an interdisciplinary team with diverse expertise and differing perspectives.

Innovative

Intensive tutorials, distinguished guest lecturers and speakers share their progressive thinking and insights to complement classroom learning. Learning extends beyond the classroom. In the third year, ESS students begin to immerse themselves in hands-on work that matters—on campus, in the community or the boardroom, alongside citizens, NGOs and others.

Learn more about the Environment, Sustainability and Society (ESS) program.