Sustainability

This Graduate Attribute relates to your development as a graduate capable of tackling the biggest challenges and supporting global sustainable development in a socially responsible way.

How can you develop and demonstrate this attribute at Queen Mary?

• Consider sustainability in problem solving, design or technical work
• Understand how sustainability relates to your subject area
• Choose coursework or research topics related to sustainability 
• Be active in sustainability groups on campus

How might this attribute be assessed or evaluated?

• Assessed coursework, exams (written or oral)
• Presentations, posters,
• Reports, projects
• Group work
• Cover letters / application forms / interviews

What kinds of interview questions could I be asked that relate to this attribute?

• What is your interest in sustainability / why do you want to work in this area?
• What do you see as the most pressing sustainability issues currently?
• Tell me about a time when you took sustainability into account as part of a design or planning process.

How can you use attributes and skills gained from your Queen Mary course, extra-curricular opportunities and work experience to answer these kinds of questions?  

Where can I find out more and access support?

Sustainable volunteering opportunities

Sustainability training for students

LinkedIn Learning resources on sustainability