New certificate programUniversität Hamburg Offers Interdisciplinary, Sustainability-Oriented, Academic Programs

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Students in a seminar

“Many students would like to have more interdisciplinary, sustainability-oriented academic programs. That is why we are very happy about the introduction of the sustainability certificate program at Universität Hamburg. The stronger focus on the subject of sustainability in the field of teaching is also an important milestone on the path to a sustainable University,” explains Prof. Dr. Laura Edinger-Schons, Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO) at Universität Hamburg. The Sustainability Office is there to provide support to students and teaching staff with any questions concerning the program.

“As a university, Universität Hamburg has the responsibility to promote education for sustainable development and research into future-relevant topics. This sustainability certificate program provides us a new space to do so, while also providing students with the opportunity to experience many facets of sustainability,” reports Prof. Dr. Susanne Rupp, Vice President for Studies and Teaching about the introduction of the new program.

Obtaining the certificate requires students complete multiple sustainability-oriented classes, workshops, and excursions throughout their studies. This may include for example the Science for Future lecture series, or the Sustainability Video Documentaries and Sustainability Innovation Lab seminars.

All information about the new program is available on the Center for Interdisciplinary Studies and Academic Skills website.

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