US871 · Level 8 · 4 years

Environment and Sustainability *NEW*

Technological University of the Shannon - Thurles · Munster

2026 Round 1 points

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About this course

This is an honours science degree focused on the environment and sustainability. It is hands-on, with a lot of fieldwork and lab work.

How long
4 years
What you study
Early years cover environmental chemistry, earth science, biology, sustainable development, water quality, ecology and GIS mapping. Year 3 has consultancy, research techniques and habitat fieldwork. Year 4 covers renewable energy, climate science, air quality, planning and environmental assessment, and a final year project.
Placement and abroad
There is a work placement in Year 3.
Where it can lead
Careers include environmental consultancy, renewable energy, conservation, waste and water management and environmental policy, and graduates can go on to a master's in areas such as planning, sustainability or ecology.
Who it suits
Suits students who enjoy science and being outdoors, and care about climate and the environment.

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About Environment

Environmental science, conservation, and sustainability

The study of Environment courses focuses on understanding the natural world, human impact on the environment, and strategies for sustainable management and conservation. Students learn about climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution. E.g. Environmental Science, Marine Science, Sustainability.

Points history

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026NEWPublished after the final round
2025 Not offered under this code
2024 Not offered under this code
2023 Not offered under this code

Round 1 is the points needed for a first-round offer. Final is the lowest points offered a place after all rounds. Middle student is the points of the student in the middle of everyone who got a place. * means not everyone on those points got a place (random selection). Source: CAO points lists.

Subject requirements

  • Mathematics: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • English or Irish: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6 or Foundation F3

These are the course's own subject requirements. You also need to meet the college's general minimum entry requirements.

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