Curriculum and classes
Get an idea of what the curriculum will look like in your degree program. Subjects in our department include Ecosystem Science and Sustainability and Watershed Science, and students take courses across Warner College departments and CSU colleges to gain a well-rounded education.
Ecosystem Science and Sustainability major
Discover science-based solutions and strategies to manage ecosystems sustainably.
Watershed Science and Sustainability major
Address water issues locally and around the world. Note that the curriculum in this degree program changes depending on the concentration you choose.
ESS Professional Science Master’s
Gain in-demand skills, advanced scientific knowledge, and on-the-job experience to launch an impactful career in sustainability. As part of this interdisciplinary graduate degree, you can tailor your studies to focus on carbon management, climate risk management, water resources, and/or sustainable food systems.
Hands-on experiences
- Learn at CSU Mountain Campus: Live in a cabin in the Rocky Mountains while taking immersive summer courses that count toward your major.
- Build experience through an internship: Graduate with professional experience that strengthens your résumé and prepares you for your career.
- Study abroad: Travel internationally and learn best practices from experts and communities in other countries.
- Conduct research: Work alongside faculty to build research skills and tackle real-world sustainability challenges at home and abroad.