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x remove Sustainable Food Systems Undergraduate Certificate
Credits Required
15 - 18
Format
Hybrid
Location

Students may complete courses for this program in-seat or a combination of in-seat and online at Grand Valley's Allendale Campus.

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Coursework

The certificate in sustainable food systems may be pursued independently or concurrently with any undergraduate degree or major at GVSU. To earn the certificate, students complete five classes - 15 to 18 total credits - from a list of required and elective courses.

The sustainable food systems curriculum covers:

  • Environmental change
  • Food safety
  • Human health
  • International food and culture
  • Nutrition
  • Soil science
  • Sustainable agriculture
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Career Options

The sustainable food systems certificate is a valuable credential to apply in a variety of careers, such as:

  • Sustainable agriculture and food systems
  • Environmental education, communications, and media
  • Health and wellness
  • Sustainable community development
  • Land-use planning
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Application Deadline
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Skills Employers Want
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