Hokkaido University has contributed toward the realization of a sustainable society based on the philosophy passed on by its predecessor, Sapporo Agricultural College. In addition to undergraduate and graduate courses and special educational programs, students can learn about the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) extensively through extracurricular activities. 
Take a look at the many opportunities to learn about the SDGs.

Table of Contents for "Beyond SDGs and Sustainability: A Study Session at Hokkaido University" (PDF)

  • Background to the introduction of SDGs: Planetary Boundaries
  • Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Sustainability Education
  • Measuring the social contribution of universities worldwide through SDG rankings.
  • Pioneering research and educational initiatives in "sustainable development" at Kitamen
  • Hokkaido University Courses and Sustainability Programs
  • Proactive activities of Hokkaido University students


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