SIT Study Abroad: Portugal: Sustainability & Enviro. Justice
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Explore Portugal’s approach to environmental justice and social equity, challenging conventional ideas about growth, technology, and sustainability. From Lisbon, study urban planning policies that provide equal access to parks, green spaces, and zero-carbon public transportation. Coursework uses a Water-Energy-Food-Ecosystems (WEFE) Nexus lens to examine integrated resource management. Through sit...
Explore Portugal’s approach to environmental justice and social equity, challenging conventional ideas about growth, technology, and sustainability. From Lisbon, study urban planning policies that provide equal access to parks, green spaces, and zero-carbon public transportation. Coursework uses a Water-Energy-Food-Ecosystems (WEFE) Nexus lens to examine integrated resource management. Through site visits and volunteer opportunities, engage with organizations working on climate advocacy, food waste reduction, ocean pollution, and community support.
SIT's program in Portugal offers the choice to do a minor in global environmental studies or global sustainability studies.
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- Fall
- Spring
- Environmental Studies
- Sustainable Development
Updated Jul 1, 2026
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Locations
- Azores Island, Portugal
- Spain
Fields & Subjects
- Environmental Studies
- Sustainable Development
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- 2026, 2027
- Terms Available
- Fall
- Spring
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- University Freshman (1st Year)
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
- University Junior (3rd Year)
Accommodation Options
- Apartment/Flat
Application Procedures
- Letters of Reference
- Physical Exam/Health Records
- Transcript
- Online Application
Age Requirement
18-30
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Refund Policy
Refund with conditions
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