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UCL's Sustainability Strategy makes the commitment that every student will have the opportunity to study and be involved in sustainability by 2024. 

Why is Sustainable Education important? 


A report published in 2024 by Students Organising for Sustainability (SOS) found that 81% of students would like to see sustainable development actively incorporated and promoted through all courses.*

ESD is defined by UNESCO (2025) as "The process of empowering people with the knowledge, skills, values, attitudes and behaviors to live in a way that is good for the environment, economy, and society. It encourages people to make smart, responsible choices that help create a better future for everyone."

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What is UCL doing? 


We work to ensure that UCL education is a sustainable education across the curriculum, campus, and community.

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Student Opportunities

Students can learn about sustainability through their discipline and extra-curricular activities.

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Resources for teaching staff

We are supporting staff to embed sustainability into the formal curriculum. 

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Staff Engagement

Staff can train in sustainability through our engagement programmes.

Community Action

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Want to study Sustainability at UCL?


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UCL has over 236 modules related to sustainability, and 144 modules on climate with more being added each term. 

Search UCL's Module Catalogue 

Sustainable Education Network


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UCL has launched a network for academics to connect and share best practice on Sustainable Education. 

> Join UCL's Sustainable Education Network

* Sustainability Skills Survey 2023-24