Masters Degrees (Marine)

Rapid climate change and the global expansion of human activities threaten the world’s oceans. How do we realistically balance the demand for development with the need to protect the environment? The MSc in Marine Systems and Policies is unique from other marine programmes. Read more

Designed and delivered by expert academics and scientists, this full or part-time interdisciplinary programme blends theoretical study with practical, field-based work. Read more

How does climate change affect whales and seals? How does over-fishing influence marine food-webs? How do we restore and protect the Wadden Sea? The two-year selective Master's degree programme in Marine Biology focuses on life in our planet's seas and oceans. Read more

Launched in 2020, this course combines modules in Remote Sensing with GIS modules from our well-established and popular GIS Masters. Read more

Which organisms are able to adapt to global change? How do birds decide when and where to migrate? When and why do individual differences in physiology or behaviour evolve? This Master's degree programme has a selection procedure. Read more

This MSc will give you advanced knowledge and skills in conservation biology. Read more

Understand the causes, effects and ultimate explanations for the evolution of animal behaviour. On this course, you’ll learn to apply that understanding to conserve and manage species. Read more

On this course, you’ll gain an advanced, global outlook on conservation. You learn positive approaches you can use to address conservation challenges. Read more

To tackle climate change, we need a transformation in our relationship with energy. Net zero greenhouse gas emissions can be achieved through large scale investment in renewable and low carbon energy sources combined with a radical increase in energy efficiency and the intelligent management of resources. Read more

The MSc Global Shipping Management programme provides a unique opportunity to address the academic and educational needs of the rapidly growing and competitive global shipping industry. Read more

Are you ready to explore some of the world's most pressing challenges? Understand the link between the environment and development agendas, and global inequalities - for today and the future. Read more

“Fantastic course, well delivered and structured, with relevant content and interesting assignments. Thoroughly enjoyable.” Join an established course with excellent reputation and feedback. Read more

The taught M.Sc. degree in Environmental Sciences, as the first of its kind in Ireland, has an established pedigree, attracting students with diverse academic backgrounds from Ireland and abroad. Read more

Whether you’re from an engineering, scientific or technical background, this course will equip you with expertise in new and traditional energy technologies, renewable energy sources, solid waste recycling, air pollution, climate change and energy management systems. Read more

Environmental law is a dynamic, fast-developing and globally important area of law that requires not only specialist legal knowledge but also an understanding of underpinning political, economic and scientific issues. Read more