School of Architecture
Sustainable Practices
Program Minor
The BA in Sustainable Practices is a new interdisciplinary degree that integrates knowledge of design, economics, policy, and environment to advance the field of sustainability. It promotes a rigorous understanding of how resources are used and how decisions are made in society, as well as the impact of technology and consumption on the environment. Central to the curriculum are interdisciplinary, problem-based studio courses that challenge students to develop links between the theory and practice of sustainability in real-world contexts.
Sustainable Practices is a STEM program. Learn more about STEM at Woodbury.
The Sustainable Practices program is not currently accepting applications for Spring 2026.
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Evaluate the role and effectiveness of a broad range of methods of inquiry and analysis in order to understand the concepts and methods of different academic disciplines and the way in which these can address sustainability challenges.
Holistic problem solving
Identify holistic ways of understanding sustainability problems, the concepts of sustainability, the issues involved, and the disciplines needed to address real-world problems.
Reform policy
Evaluate and challenge sustainability policies among institutions for water, land, air, and urban management from the local to the global level.
Careers
Woodbury School of Architecture supports our students in building a strong foundation for professional practice while investigating the nature of practice itself. These experiences prepare students to make informed choices regarding their diverse career options. Visit our School of Architecture Career Services page for more information.
Faculty
Our faculty are architects, designers, academics and policy makers practicing in Los Angeles, San Diego and Tijuana. This internationally recognized and award-winning group works closely with students to teach the skills required to push the limits of practice.