Sustainable Supply Chain Operations - Letterkenny

This course aims to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of how to manage and optimise supply chains in a sustainable manner. The programme emphasises the importance of sustainability principles and practises and their integration into supply chain management, providing students with a deep knowledge of environmental, social, and economic impacts. This understanding is crucial for developing strategies that not only enhance efficiency and profitability but also promote social responsibility and minimise environmental footprints. The programme also emphasises the role of digitalisation in sustainable supply chain operations.



Who should apply?

This programme is suitable for applicants from various professional backgrounds: Computing, Science, Engineering, Business, Finance or Mathematics or any associated discipline.

Modules:

Operations Management

Sustainability and Circular Business Models

Leadership in Supply Chains

Supply Chain Management

Digital Supply Chain Operations

Sustainability Frameworks and Reporting

Dissertation or Applied Industry Project

Candidates must hold a cognate level 8 Bachelor (Hons) degree with a minimum grade classification of H2.2 or equivalent or an equivalent qualification in Computing, Science, Engineering, Business, Finance or Mathematics or any associated discipline. Candidates who do not meet the H2.2 performance standard in a Level 8 award will be required to pass a qualifying assignment at a H2.2 performance standard as established by the Programme Board for the programme in question and as approved by the Registrar. Candidates who do not have an Honours degree but have significant relevant experience may also be eligible for consideration via Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).



Recognition of Prior Learning: Yes.

When to Apply

There are two major intake periods throughout the academic year, September and January. For January start courses, applications typically open in October, and for September start courses, applications typically open in February. Closing dates for applications are listed on the individual course webpages.

1 year full-time/part-time, online delivery.



Study Hours

Students can expect to allow between 10 and 20 hours for study per week.



On-Campus Attendance

The course is delivered online, with no on-campus attendance required.

Start Date: September 2026.