About the course

The field of sustainability is complex, interdisciplinary, and full of promise for the future. As environmental considerations become top of mind for individuals and businesses, sustainability is a field that has important local and far-reaching significance. UCLA Extension?s Sustainability Certificate prepares individuals to make a big impact in the world through a course of study that provides a practical, comprehensive, multidisciplinary foundation for new to mid-level career professionals. Courses are offered in a mix of online and in person formats. Duration: Complete the certificate in as little as 6 months. Typical pace is 1 year. Start any quarter. Through this 20-unit program, you will enhance your skill set in areas including environmental and energy consultancy, green investment and marketing, green building project design, service learning, renewable energy, environmental compliance, climate change, and water resource policy. The program is taught by instructors who are experts in their respective fields, and courses are designed for practical real-world application. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 6 Month(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Winter (January), 2024	Los Angeles
Winter (January), 2024	Los Angeles
Spring (April), 2024	Los Angeles
Spring (April), 2024	Los Angeles
Summer (June), 2024	Los Angeles
Summer (June), 2024	Los Angeles
Fall (September), 2024	Los Angeles
Fall (September), 2024	Los Angeles
Winter (January), 2025	Los Angeles
Winter (January), 2025	Los Angeles
Spring (April), 2025	Los Angeles
Spring (April), 2025	Los Angeles
Summer (June), 2025	Los Angeles
Summer (June), 2025	Los Angeles
Fall (September), 2025	Los Angeles
Fall (September), 2025	Los Angeles
Winter (January), 2026	Los Angeles
Winter (January), 2026	Los Angeles
Spring (April), 2026	Los Angeles
Spring (April), 2026	Los Angeles
Summer (June), 2026	Los Angeles
Summer (June), 2026	Los Angeles

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for UCLA Extension

This certificate is approved for international students (F-1 student visa).Students participating in courses offered solely by UCLA Extension must meet the English Language Requirements outlined below. Any international student interested in taking classes on UCLA’s main campus must adhere to the English Requirements outlined for UCLA courses.

　　TOEFL: 80 (iBT or Home Edition)

　　IELTS: 6.5

　　iTEP: 4.5

　　TOEIC: 685

　　Cambridge English Qualifications: C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency, score of 170 or above

　　International Baccalaureate (IB) students may also submit unofficial transcripts as proof of English proficiency.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at UCLA Extension. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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