Sustainable Resource Management - Policy & Practice

Key programme benefits to future students

The benefits to the students are access to experts in research and practice in sustainability fieldwork and field based training. This course is one of the longest running MScs in this are in Ireland and had had great success in providing graduates with relevant and required skills in sustainability and resource management.



Students gain invaluable advanced knowledge and insights via modules taught by experienced academics from both Limerick and Galway academics.



Students upskill in practical application of sustainability policy and learn how to evaluate criteria to make often difficult decisions in managing natural resources.

Autumn Modules - taught in NUI Galway

• Ecosystem Assessment

• Biodiversity and Conservation

• Environmental Problems and Solutions



Autumn Modules - taught in UL

• Material and Energy Flows

• Urban Form and Transport

• Urban Household Sustainability



Spring Modules

• Sustainable Life-cycle Engineering (taught in UL)

• Research Project (based either in UL or NUIG)

At least a second class honours primary degree (Level 8 - National Qualifications Authority of Ireland) in an appropriate discipline, or a professional or other equivalent qualification recognised by both the University of Limerick and NUI Galway. This course is suitable for graduates with a primary degree in the Environmental Sciences/Engineering/Economics or Geography/Biological Sciences/Ecology and Earth Sciences who wish to extend their knowledge and skills for a career related to resource management. Mature students with relevant experience are most welcome to apply. A strong personal statement demonstrating interest in the course is also essential as this will be considered as part of the application. Applicants may be required to attend for interview.

1 year full-time, on-campus.

Autumn

Graduate careers

Specific career opportunities such as Sustainability Officers, Ecological Consultants and Environmental Advisors exist within government agencies, public bodies, NGOs, environmental planning and engineering consultancies with an emphasis on sustainable design, corporate companies on a national and international scale. In addition, opportunities for further research exist.