Overview

The Environmental Science M.Sc. at University College Dublin provides students with a comprehensive multidisciplinary education focused on marine, freshwater, and terrestrial systems. This programme is designed to equip graduates with the technical expertise required to develop effective conservation strategies and contribute to global environmental policy formulation.

Why Environmental Science at University College Dublin?

This programme is the first on the island of Ireland to receive accreditation from the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM). It benefits from a unique collaboration with the School of Civil, Structural and Environmental Engineering, offering specialised insights into water quality, hydrology, and waste treatment processes. Students have access to an interdisciplinary team of experts and can apply for competitive six-week internships within the environmental sector, including government agencies and private consultancies.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: EUR 22600 per year
European fee: EUR 9530 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum combines core scientific principles with advanced technical training. Modules may include:

Water Resources Engineering
Global Change Ecology
Vegetation Ecology
GIS for Environmental Assessment
Freshwater Resources Assessment
Analyses for Environmental Investigations
Soil Ecology
Environmental Geology
Quantitative Tools for the Life Sciences

Careers with Environmental Science

Graduates from this programme are well-prepared for diverse roles in environmental resource management, protection, and assessment. Many alumni have secured positions within national and international government bodies, such as the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Inland Fisheries Ireland. The course also provides a strong foundation for those wishing to pursue further research at PhD level in fields such as invertebrate ecology, soil science, or water engineering. Employment opportunities are frequently found in environmental consultancy and industrial sectors focused on sustainability.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Soil Ecology

Quantitative Tools for the Life Sciences

Water Resources Engineering

Essay

Freshwater Resources Assessment

Global Change Ecology

Thesis

Vegetation Ecology

GIS for Environmental Assessment

Environmental Geology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-07 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

UCD operates a rolling admissions policy for Graduate Taught Courses, with decisions being taken as soon as possible after receipt of completed applications.

Language

English

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140

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

90 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dublin, Ireland

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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130

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65

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140

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

This programme is intended for applicants with a primary degree in Science, Engineering, Geography, Architecture or a related subject. An upper second class honours, or international equivalent is required.
Applicants whose first language is not English must also demonstrate English language proficiency of IELTS 6.5 (no band less than 6.0 in each element), or equivalent.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

22600 EUR / year

≈ 22600 EUR / year
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EU/EEA Nationals

9530 EUR / year

≈ 9530 EUR / year

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Living costs

Dublin

Ireland

1100 - 1800 EUR / month

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