Overview

This Postgraduate Diploma in Bioeconomy with Business at Munster Technological University is positioned at the interface of primary production, sustainable processing, biotechnology, new product development, supply chain dynamics, innovation, business and policy. Co-developed by an interdisciplinary team from MTU, UCD and Teagasc, students will gain a deep and critical understanding of the theories, concepts and frameworks of the bioeconomy from technological, environmental, social and business perspectives. A suite of innovative pedagogies (peer-to-peer learning, place-based learning, action learning, professional and work-based learning, site visits and case studies) will be applied across the curriculum. This approach will equip graduates with the skills and competencies to exchange and apply learnings (bioeconomy in practice) within the workplace, be that public or private sectors, SMEs or large organisations.

Progression Opportunities

On successful completion of the programme students will have gained 60 credits at NFQ level 9 and may have the option to progress to the MSc in Bioeconomy with Business.

Programme Structure

Modules

Bioeconomy Model for the Transition to a Low Carbon Economy

Bioeconomy Feedstocks

Life Cycle Assessment

Conventional Valorisation Technologies

Biorefinery Processes and Technologies

Biobased Value Chains, Products, Processes and Markets

Green Technologies Project

Policy and Social Aspects of the Bioeconomy Knowledge, Innovation and Industry

Work-based Learning: Bioeconomy Improvement Opportunity

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-11 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

PTE Academic

63

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Credits

60 ECTS

Delivered

Blended

Disciplines

Economics Business Administration Biology View 24 other Masters in Economics in Ireland

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

PTE Academic

63

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants must have a minimum NFQ level 8 degree in science, agricultural science, business management, engineering or other relevant area. Ideally applicants will possess relevant experience in one of the following areas: manufacturing; research and development; laboratory; quality; supply chain; procurement; engineering policy; funding or sales and marketing in one or more of the following sectors: agricultural; food & beverage; life science; chemical; packaging; construction and policy. The University’s policy in relation to recognition of prior learning (RPL) also applies.

Tuition Fee

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International

13500 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 13500 EUR per year during 12 months.

For applicants who do not meet the Springboard+ eligibility criteria fees are €5,400.

Living costs for Cork

860 - 1400 EUR /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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