UK’s First Undergraduate Climate Justice Degree Launches 2026
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📰 The quick summary: The University of Sussex launches the UK’s first undergraduate degree focused on climate justice, equipping students with expertise in climate politics, activism and environmental human rights starting in 2026.
📈 One key stat: 72% of 14-18 year olds want more relevant and rigorous climate change education, showing strong demand for humanities and social sciences-based climate programs.
💬 One key quote: “Climate change is at the centre of so much of politics today. People are naturally keen to learn about it in more depth said Will Lock, coconvener of the new course.“
1️⃣ The big picture: The University of Sussex is breaking new ground in climate education by introducing the UK’s first undergraduate degree focused specifically on climate justice. Starting in 2026, the BA program in climate justice, sustainability and development aims to provide students with comprehensive knowledge of climate politics, activism and environmental human rights. The course takes a hands-on approach, incorporating practical elements like the university’s campus forest food garden and innovative assessment methods including podcast creation. This initiative responds directly to growing demand from young people for more thorough climate change education, particularly from a humanities and social sciences perspective.
2️⃣ Why is this good news: Students gain real-world skills and knowledge to address one of society’s most pressing challenges through a comprehensive program combining theory and practice. The course’s innovative approach moves beyond traditional essays to include practical assignments that develop public communication skills. Young people receive the education they’ve been actively seeking about climate issues, preparing them to make meaningful contributions to climate solutions. This program helps create a new generation of climate justice experts who understand both the technical and social aspects of environmental challenges.
3️⃣ What’s next: The university will begin offering the BA in climate justice, sustainability and development in 2026. The program will integrate hands-on learning experiences through the campus forest food garden and real-world projects. Students will develop practical skills through innovative assessments like podcast creation focused on environmental justice cases. Faculty will continue developing curriculum that combines climate politics, activism and human rights perspectives.
Read the full story here: The Guardian – Sussex to launch UK’s first climate justice undergraduate degree
