The Columbia Climate School announces the launch of a new dual degree program with the Graduate School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation (GSAPP). Commencing in September 2025, students enrolled in this dual degree program will receive both a Master of Science in Climate and a Master of Science in Architecture and Urban Design upon successful completion of their studies.
Addressing the climate crisis requires leaders who can synthesize knowledge and skills across different fields, and bring those perspectives together to create interdisciplinary climate solutions. By integrating climate expertise with architecture and urban design, the MS in Climate and MS in Architecture and Urban Design dual degree program equips future scholars and practitioners with the tools to build sustainable and climate-responsive communities. “The new Climate School-GSAPP dual degree is a fantastic opportunity for students interested in the intersection of climate and the built environment,” says Climate School interim dean Jeff Shaman. “It provides enrollees deep training in both disciplines and a clear career path for work on adaptation, mitigation and sustainable development.”