Sustainable Design

Graduate Certificate

About this Program

College: Design Construction and Planning

Credits: 12

Subplan Code: DCP_GCT03

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Certificates must comply with the Graduate Certificate Policy

A Graduate Certificate is an official credential granted by the University of Florida. It represents a cohesive, targeted curriculum of graduate-level coursework designed to validate specialized knowledge and skills in a specific field of study. To successfully earn and have a graduate certificate officially posted to the academic transcript, candidates must fulfill several key academic and administrative requirements:

  • Admission: Secure formal acceptance into the designated certificate program.
  • Course Completion: Successfully complete all approved, graduate-level coursework required by the curriculum.
  • Active Enrollment: Maintain active enrollment during the academic term in which the certificate is awarded.
  • Application Submission: Submit a formal graduation application to officially designate the graduate certificate credential on the transcript.

For specific prerequisite details, credit requirements, and application deadlines, students should consult directly with the academic department or unit offering the certificate.

Required Courses

Select 12 credits from the following:12
Vernacular Architecture & Sustainablility
Architectural Research
Architectural Research II
Architectural Research III
European Approach to Sustainable Design
Sustainable Construction
History and Theory of Historic Preservation
Special Topics in Design, Construction, and Planning
Interior Environmental Technology
Independent Studies and Readings
Site Design Methodologies
Ecological and Environmental Policy
Directed Study
Water Conservation through Site Design and Green Roofs
Land Use Planning Law
Growth Management Seminar
Introduction to Planning Information Systems
Environmental Land Use Planning and Management
Transportation Policy and Planning
Exploration and Directed Study
Topical Seminar
Total Credits12