BINUS University demonstrates a clear institutional commitment to advancing sustainability and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through its academic offerings. This commitment is reflected in the availability of dedicated degree programs, a university-wide minor, and a range of elective and integrated courses that embed sustainability principles across disciplines. These initiatives ensure that students from diverse study areas gain the knowledge, skills, and mindset to contribute meaningfully to sustainable development.

Minor in Sustainable Development

BINUS University offers a university-wide Minor in Sustainable Development, open to students from all disciplines. The program equips them with a strong foundation in sustainability principles and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, critical thinking, and practical application to address local and global sustainability challenges.

Full Degree Programs with Sustainability Focus

Several BINUS degree programs integrate sustainability as a core element of their curriculum:

  • Master of Marine Digital Technology combines environmental science, marine conservation, and digital technology. Core courses such as Habitat Restoration and Conservation, Climate Change Mitigation, and Advanced Marine Pollution Management Systems and Ecotoxicology train students to develop technological solutions for marine and environmental sustainability.
  • Product Design Engineering (PDE) at BINUS ASO School of Engineering embeds sustainability and human-centered innovation throughout its curriculum. The program aligns with Making Indonesia 4.0 and Society 5.0, promoting eco-conscious product design through the principles of Breakthrough, Agility, Sustainability, and Empowerment.

Elective and Integrated Courses across Disciplines

Sustainability and SDG-related topics are also embedded across BINUS’ courses in various study areas:

  • Food Technology aligns with SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) and SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being), focusing on sustainable food systems and safety.
  • Tourism offers courses such as Ecotourism and Sustainable Development and Field Project of Ecotourism & Sustainable Development, emphasizing responsible and sustainable tourism practices.
  • Other departments offer electives covering themes like climate change, renewable energy, and social equity.

Currently, more than 20% of BINUS’ active courses across all disciplines incorporate SDG-related content. Some are directly aligned with specific goals, while others adopt an integrative approach that embeds sustainability principles within broader subjects—building students’ awareness of environmental, social, and economic issues in real-world contexts.

Overall, BINUS University’s academic framework reflects its strong institutional commitment to sustainability. Through dedicated degree programs, minors, and SDG-integrated courses, BINUS ensures that all students—regardless of their field of study—are equipped to drive sustainable solutions and contribute to global change.