Overview

Because the global energy system is a complex, socio-technical system, the transition toward sustainable energy requires the next generation of leaders to possess a transdisciplinary perspective comprising both technical and societal dimensions of energy.

Learn how to develop transdisciplinary solutions that guide society toward a sustainable energy future at Arizona State University. Receive training from leading sustainability scientists and scholars in this flexible, interdisciplinary Sustainable Energy program that integrates social, environmental and technical knowledge of energy systems.

Career examples include:

assistant or associate professor
chief sustainability officer
director of policy advocacy
energy analyst
project manager
renewable energy project manager
researcher
science and technology policy advisor
senior policy analyst
sustainability consultant
sustainability specialist
urban and regional planner

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Sustainable Energy Technologies and Systems
Sustainable Energy Transitions
Sustainable Energy Policy
Data Analytics for Sustainable Energy
Sustainable Energy Research Seminar
Community of Graduate Student Scholars

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 120 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

84 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Tempe, United States

Disciplines

Sustainable Energy View 6 other PhDs in Sustainable Energy in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants are eligible to apply to the program if they have earned a bachelor's or master's degree, in any field, from a regionally accredited institution.

All applicants must submit:

graduate admission application and application fee
official transcripts
resume or curriculum vitae
statement of intent
three letters of recommendation
proof of English proficiency

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

30348 USD / year

≈ 30348 USD / year
Out-of-State

27810 USD / year

≈ 27810 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

12940 USD / year

≈ 12940 USD / year

Living costs

Tempe

United States

900 - 1350 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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