| Course Name |
Environmental Sustainability |
| Course Provider |
University College Dublin |
| Course Code |
F065 F066 F077 F078 |
| Course Type |
Postgraduate |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Graduate Certificate |
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National University of Ireland |
None |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Full time, Part time, Flexible, Online, Daytime |
| Location (Districts) |
Belfield |
| Qualification Letters |
MS. GDip. GCert. |
| Enrolment and Start Dates Comment |
Next Intake: 2017/2018 September.
* Courses will remain open until such time as all places have been filled, therefore early application is advised. |
| Application Date |
Expand+The following entry routes are available:
GC Environmental Sustainability (Negotiated Learning)Jan FT (F077)
Duration 4 Years Attendance Full Time
Deadline Rolling * Apply Now
GC Environmental Sustainability (Negotiated Learning)Jan PT (F078)...
Hide-The following entry routes are available:
GC Environmental Sustainability (Negotiated Learning)Jan FT (F077)
Duration 4 Years Attendance Full Time
Deadline Rolling * Apply Now
GC Environmental Sustainability (Negotiated Learning)Jan PT (F078)
Duration 4 Years Attendance Part Time
Deadline Rolling *
GCert Environmental Sustainability (Negotiated Learning) FT (F065)
Duration Attendance Full Time
Deadline Rolling *
GCert Environmental Sustainability (Negotiated Learning) PT (F066)
Duration Attendance Part Time
Deadline Rolling *
* Courses will remain open until such time as all places have been filled, therefore early application is advised
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| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Duration |
Typically 1 year (certificate or diploma), 2 years for Masters, maximum 4 years for all. |
| Link to Course Fee |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Entry Requirements |
Expand+Applicants must hold a minimum of a 2.2 honours level degree in a science, engineering or related discipline. Applicants with pass degrees and who also have substantial relevant work experience may also be considered.
If English is not your nativ...
Hide-Applicants must hold a minimum of a 2.2 honours level degree in a science, engineering or related discipline. Applicants with pass degrees and who also have substantial relevant work experience may also be considered.
If English is not your native language, proof of your proficiency in English will be required, unless you have taken your primary degree through English, in an English speaking country. The minimum acceptable score on the TOEFL Internet Based Test is 100, on the IELTS system it is 6.5. The original certificate of completion of an English language test must be enclosed with the application. In all cases the test results must not be more than 2 years old.
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| Course Content |
Expand+GradCert Environmental Sustainability
Graduate Taught (level 9 nfq, credits 30)
The MSc aims to develop your understanding of the environmental issues and sustainability goals facing society. You will be challenged to apply your scientific and ...
Hide-GradCert Environmental Sustainability
Graduate Taught (level 9 nfq, credits 30)
The MSc aims to develop your understanding of the environmental issues and sustainability goals facing society. You will be challenged to apply your scientific and technical knowledge to develop solutions to local and global problems and needs.
Eight schools contribute to the course capturing the significant strengths of UCD Science and Engineering in renewable energy resources, sustainable energy systems, environmental engineering and resource management, water quality assessment, protection/management and conservation science.
The opportunity exists to harness these strengths within a negotiated and distance learning framework, offering you, the student, flexibility to gain a broad understanding of sustainability issues or to specialise more deeply in one of these particular fields of study.
Who should apply?
Full Time option suitable for:
Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EEA) applicants currently residing outside of the EEA Region. No
Part Time option suitable for:
Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EEA) applicants currently residing outside of the EEA Region. No
Course Description
The MSc, Graduate Diploma and Certificate will provide you with the theoretical background, practical training and ancillary workplace skills needed for a successful career in your chosen field. You will negotiate your learning needs with the assistance of our academic staff. Eight schools contribute to the course capturing the significant strengths of UCD Science and Engineering in renewable energy resources, sustainable energy systems, environmental engineering and resource management, water quality assessment, protection/management and conservation science. The opportunity exists to harness these strengths within a negotiated and distance learning framework, offering you, the student, flexibility to gain a broad understanding of sustainability issues or to specialise more deeply in one of these particular fields of study.
The course aims to develop your understanding of the environmental issues and sustainability goals facing society. You will be challenged to apply your scientific and technical knowledge to develop solutions to local and global problems and needs. Through discussion and research work you will learn to handle complex issues, analyse and interpret scientific data and information, use your judgment and ultimately communicate your findings and ideas. The course will develop your capacity for self-directed learning, within a supportive framework facilitated by online fora, discussion boards and virtual tutorial/classroom sessions.
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| Subjects Taught |
Expand+What modules can I take?
No Modules to display for this Course Lectures will be delivered through the UCD’s online environment using a variety of media, including for example virtual classroom seminars, discussion boards and podcasts. Formative asse...
Hide-What modules can I take?
No Modules to display for this Course Lectures will be delivered through the UCD’s online environment using a variety of media, including for example virtual classroom seminars, discussion boards and podcasts. Formative assessments will be used to help you develop and critically assess your own understanding of the material presented. All modules will have a high continuous assessment component. For some modules you will be expected to attend for an end of semester written examination
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| Assessment Method |
Lectures will be delivered through the UCD’s online environment using a variety of media, including for example virtual classroom seminars, discussion boards and podcasts. Formative assessments will be used to help you develop and critically assess your own understanding of the material presented. All modules will have a high continuous assessment component. For some modules you will be expected to attend for an end of semester written examination. |
| Number of Credits |
Certificate – 30 credits – equivalent to 6 X 5-credit modules
Diploma – 60 credits – equivalent to 12 X 5-credit modules
MSc Degree – 90 credits – equivalent to
a. 13 X 5-credit modules & a 25-credit Research Component (field/lab)
OR
b. 15 X 5-credit modules & a 15-credit Research Component (desk-based)
Note: there are some 10 credit modules and of course you can chose to take a smaller selection of our modules as part of the Module to Masters initiative. |
| Careers or Further Progression |
The course aims to develop your understanding of the environmental issues and sustainability goals facing society. You will be challenged to apply your scientific and technical knowledge to develop solutions to local and global problems and needs. |
| Further Enquiries |
Contact Name: Mary Kelly-Quinn/Susan Wilson
Contact Number:+353 (0)1 716 2337 |
| Course Web Page |
Web Page - Click Here |
| International Students |
Web Page - Click Here |