Program Overview
The MSc Environmental Resource Management program prepares individuals for advanced studies in environmental science, focusing on sustainable management of resources in agriculture and land use. It develops critical thinking, problem-solving, and research skills, and provides practical experience through fieldwork and a supervised research project. Graduates are equipped for careers in environmental consultancy, advisory, engineering, policy, and research, addressing globally significant environmental challenges.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The MSc Environmental Resource Management is a postgraduate program designed for individuals seeking advanced studies in environmental sciences. It focuses on exploring globally significant environmental issues, including climate change, and the sustainable management of soil, plant, and water resources in agriculture and other land use systems. The program emphasizes the development of self-motivation and critical thinking skills in its graduates. It aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to address these challenges through a combination of environmental science, policy, and management expertise.
Outline:
The program's structure is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of agri-environmental sciences and develop key skills in various areas.
Core elements of the program include:
- Environmental assessment: This involves evaluating the environmental impacts of various activities and projects.
- Practical research skills: Students gain hands-on experience in conducting research, including data collection, analysis, and reporting.
- Ecosystem monitoring: This involves understanding and assessing the health and functioning of ecosystems.
- Experimental/survey design and quantitative data analysis: Students develop skills in designing and conducting experiments and analyzing quantitative data.
- Communication for research: Students learn to effectively communicate their research findings through written and oral presentations.
Individual and group work assignments are designed to develop:
- Individual skills: Students develop their critical thinking, problem-solving, and research abilities.
- Teamwork skills: Students learn to collaborate effectively in groups, fostering communication and leadership skills.
The final semester culminates in a supervised research project, where students:
- Apply their acquired skills: Students put their knowledge and skills into practice by conducting independent research.
- Focus on a specific area of interest: Students can choose a research topic that aligns with their individual interests.
- Receive guidance from an academic supervisor: Students are assigned a supervisor with expertise in the chosen research area.
Fieldwork is incorporated into many modules, providing students with:
- Real-world experience: Students gain practical experience by visiting leading extension, advisory, and research programs in sustainable environmental resource management.
- Exposure to different perspectives: Students gain insights into various approaches to environmental management.
The minor thesis component offers a broad range of research topics, allowing students to:
- Deepen their knowledge: Students can focus on a specific subject area of interest.
- Develop their research skills: Students conduct in-depth research on their chosen topic.
Assessment:
The program utilizes a variety of assessment methods to evaluate student learning, including:
- Exams: Exams test students' knowledge and comprehension of the course material.
- Presentations: Students present their research findings and demonstrate their communication skills.
- Supervised research project: The final research project is a significant component of the assessment, evaluating students' research abilities, critical thinking, and ability to synthesize information.
Teaching:
The program employs a variety of teaching methods to engage students and facilitate learning, including:
- Lectures: Lectures provide students with a foundation in key concepts and theories.
- Seminars: Seminars offer opportunities for interactive discussions and critical analysis of course material.
- Practical workshops: Workshops provide hands-on experience in using various tools and techniques.
- Field trips: Field trips provide students with real-world experience and exposure to different environmental contexts.
Careers:
Graduates of the MSc Environmental Resource Management program are well-prepared for a wide range of careers in the environmental field.
Potential career paths include:
- Environmental Consultancy: Providing expert advice and services to organizations on environmental issues.
- Environmental Advisory: Advising businesses and government agencies on environmental compliance and sustainability.
- Environmental Engineering: Designing and implementing solutions to environmental problems.
- Regulatory Authorities: Working for government agencies to enforce environmental regulations.
- Policy: Developing and implementing environmental policies.
- Research: Conducting research on environmental issues and contributing to scientific knowledge.
Other:
The program has a successful track record with the Irish Aid Fellowships, providing opportunities for international students to pursue their studies.
the Outline section is limited to the general program structure and core elements.
MSc(Agr) Environmental Resource Management (X089) Full Time EU fee per year - € 10174.5 nonEU fee per year - € 29100
