Sustainable Food Systems

Why this program?

You desire to work for change. You believe in equal access by all people to nutritious and culturally appropriate food at all times. You know that regenerative agroecological systems are critically important as climate solutions. You acknowledge the unique and complex role food systems relationships play in supporting health and wellbeing, economic and social justice, and environmental resiliency. In a vibrant online environment, you aspire to join with others, to grow diverse and inclusive learning and sharing networks as you move toward a sustainable food systems-centered career.

What can you do with this degree?

The MSFS program offers three optional concentrations: Food Justice, Sustainable Diets & Biodiversity, and Food Entrepreneurship. 

Some of our students are working as:

What will this program look like?

The Master of Science in Sustainable Food Systems is an experience that combines a vibrant online learning environment with the skills, support, knowledge, and networks to help students become leaders in the movements to establish food justice, strong regional food economies, sustainable diets and health, food policy, biodiversity and climate resilience, restorative agroecological approaches to food production, and many other associated career pathways. The program centers equity, sustainability, and knowledge diversity with a common core of courses designed to be completed in one to two years, depending on the student’s chosen pace. All students complete a final Capstone project.