Build expertise in sustainable design and development
SMU Lyle's Master's in Sustainability + Development offers personalized degree plans and project-based sustainability research.
10 Courses
With Industry-Leading Faculty
Jan. 2
Application for Spring
Flexible
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30 Credit Hours
To Complete Your Master's
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About the Program
Advanced expertise in developing innovative, sustainable solutions and measuring their impact is more sought after by employers than ever.
Through design, data and community, SMU Lyle's M.S. in Sustainability & Development helps students develop the skills to support change for good in the global environment.
The boutique master’s program integrates engineering skills, community participation and creative design-thinking to implement real-life solutions across the globe – from neighborhoods in Dallas to small villages in Africa.
To learn more about the program, contact Program Director Jessie Marshall Zarazaga.
The SMU Lyle Difference
Hands-on
Involves project-based learning and implementing sustainable solutions in urban and rural environments.
Local
Students collaborate with local communities to find innovative solutions to real-life challenges.
Unique
Students can mold an individually constructed degree plan, or chose from four different specializations within sustainable development.
Four Tracks
Environmental Justice
Climate-Smart Inclusive Economic Development
Global Development and Design
Sustainable Management
Admissions Requirements
In addition to meeting the Lyle School of Engineering admission requirements for an M.S. degree, applicants are required to satisfy the following additional requirement: a B.S. in civil engineering or a closely related engineering discipline, personal statement, and evidence of work and/or volunteer experience in aspects of sustainability.
Tuition and Fees
For a complete graduate cost per semester Cost of Attendance.
Application Deadlines
The priority date for applications to the Spring 2025 term is January 2, 2025.Begin Your Journey
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