MEngSc Water, Waste and Environmental Engineering

at University College Dublin

Core Modules Stage 1
 

• Introduction to Water Resources Engineering 1

  CVEN40220
   

• Water Waste and Environmental Modelling

  CVEN40570
   

• Environmental Research Project

  CVEN40590
   

• Research Skills for Engineers

  CVEN40860
   

• Environmental Impact Assessment

  ENVB40040
   

• Quantitative Methods for Engineers

  STAT40690

Optional Modules Stage 1
 

• Waste Management

  BSEN30240
   

• Life Cycle Assessment

  BSEN30360
   

• Advanced Air Pollution

  BSEN40110
   

• Environmental Engineering

  CHEN40010
   

• Water & Wastewater Treatment Processes

  CVEN40070
   

• Hydraulic Engineering Design

  CVEN40080
   

• Civil Engineering Systems

  CVEN40690
   

• Sustainable and Nature Based Water Infrastructure

  CVEN40840
   

• Freshwater Resources Assessment

  ENVB40120
   

• Geographic Information Systems

  FOR30430
   

• Geographical Information Systems for Policy and Planning

  PLAN40220

• An honours undergraduate degree (NFQ level 8) with minimum 2:1 award  or international equivalence in civil engineering, other related engineering (such as chemical engineering, environmental engineering, agriculturial engineering), physical science or environmental related degree programme.              

• Applicants whose first language is not English must also demonstrate English language proficiency of IELTS 6.5 (no band less than 6.0 in each element), or equivalent.

The cost of studying at University College Dublin varies largely depending on the type of university and the degree chosen. More often than not, humanities, arts, and education courses are less expensive than degrees in medical, engineering, or management. Furthermore, students who choose to study at the postgraduate level typically pay higher tuition fees, which again vary depending on the programme chosen.

Most universities provide scholarships or financial aid to students in order to help them offset their tuition costs. Students should be aware that additional course fees and incidental expenses may not be included in tuition. On average, international students can expect to pay €29100 annually, to study in University College Dublin.

Graduates from the programme will find employment as engineers in the private sector (e.g., engineering consultancy, engineering design, project management, risk assessment,waste management), in the public sector (e.g., environmental protection, regulation, standards development, local government, river basin management), and in the non governmental sector (e.g., environmental advocacies, NGO’s), or may wish to pursue further qualifications (e.g., PhD, MBA) to become even more specialised.

Graduates will be equipped with the skills that allow them to be lifelong learners, whether in the pursuit of knowledge for personal use or in connection with their engineering careers. Employers of environmental engineers include commercial firms, engineering consultancies, government agencies, and non-governmental organisations,  all well known in Ireland and many with global operations. Some of these include: • RPS Group • White Young Green • Nicholas O’Dwyer • Atkins • Greenstar • Arup • McKinsey and Company • Mazars • Environmental Protection Agency • Local Authorities • Engineers Without Borders • Engineers Against Poverty • Friends of the Earth