Overview

The Artificial Intelligence for Weather and Climate Change program offered by University College Dublin co-delivered with Met Éireann, the Irish Meteorological Service, the programme combines rigorous theoretical foundations with practical training in AI, machine learning, and numerical modelling. Students learn to design and implement AI systems for environmental data, forecast extremes, and assess climate impacts.

The course prepares graduates to contribute to cutting-edge research and to address real-world challenges in climate forecasting, disaster mitigation, and environmental policy. Graduates will be uniquely positioned to apply AI in global weather and climate contexts.

Career opportunities:

Graduates will gain highly sought-after skills at the interface of AI, meteorology, and climate science, positioning them for roles in national meteorological services, renewable energy, environmental consultancy, and climate technology sectors.

Typical roles may include data scientist, climate modeller, AI researcher, or environmental analyst. Organisations such as Met Éireann, The European Centre for Medium Range Weather Forecasting, and climate-focused start-ups are potential key employers. Graduates will also be well prepared for PhD-level research in AI and atmospheric science, contributing to innovations in weather prediction, sustainability, and climate adaptation.

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Programme Structure

Courses Include:

Sample Modules and Topics (Subject to change and are not guaranteed by UCD):

Physical Meteorology and Climatology
Synoptic Meteorology
AI for Weather and Climate
AI, Computing and Visualisation for Weather Applications
Physical Meteorology Field Trip
AI and Extremes for Weather and Climate
Impacts Modelling for Weather and Climate

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-07 00:00:00

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Language

English

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90

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4.5

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63

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140

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

90 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dublin, Ireland

Disciplines

Climate Studies & Meteorology Artificial Intelligence View 9 other Masters in Climate Studies & Meteorology in Ireland

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

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90

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4.5

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63

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140

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6.5

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General requirements

Applicants must hold a 2:1 honours degree (or international equivalent) in a science, mathematics, engineering, or cognate discipline, with prior study of calculus and linear algebra. Other relevant backgrounds include meteorology, environmental science, computer science, physics, or data analytics.
Applicants must meet the minimum english language requirements.

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Tuition Fees

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27720 EUR / year

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9720 EUR / year

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Living costs

Dublin

Ireland

1100 - 1800 EUR / month

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