Environmental Studies courses in Ireland

This degree focuses on sustainable management of natural resources (plants, animals, air, soils and water) within the context of agriculture and other land-based industries, and protection of the rural environment for future generations. This specialist applied science degree will equip you for a career at the interface between production agriculture and environmental protection, to give…

The ECO-Sustainability Award is an awards scheme run by ECO-UNESCO that rewards, recognises and encourages organisations working towards sustainability. This short course provides a practical approach on how organisations can become more sustainable and introduces groups to the ECO-Sustainability Award Programme.

This one-day training introduces environmental education utilising activities developed by ECO-UNESCO to encourage young people to get involved in environmental issues. By the end of the training participants should: Understand what environmental education is Know how environmental education compliments teaching as well as engaging the wider public in environmental issues Understand how environmental education compliments…

In this course participants learn about education for sustainable development (ESD) methods and how to integrate ESD into youth work. By the end of the course participants will:Understand concepts and principles of sustainable development and education for sustainable development;Be aware of values inherent to Sustainable Development;Develop a knowledge of environmental and global issues;Be able to…

ECO-Watchers training for Teachers & Leaders gives participants the skills and expertise to encourage critical thinking in young people as they investigate practical solutions to environmental challenges. This one-day training introduces environmental education and prepares Teachers & Leaders for integrating ECO-Watchers themes into their work with Young People. ECO-Watchers training is available on the following…

Plants and animal types associated with agriculture are studied, and investigations are undertaken into such aspects as soil, ecology, plant and animal physiology, farm crops, farming practices, genetics and microbiology.

This course will provide an introduction to some of Irelands biodiversity such as land mammals, song birds, plants, and will explore sustainable agricultural practices and wildlife conservation and management. The course will introduce field survey skills, and will include an introduction to the use of DNA analysis as a means to verify field collected evidence.…

The Course, which was established in 1987, is now recognised as the primary training opportunity for people interested in outdoor and adventure education. The intensive two-year course is based in the college campus in Kinsale, utilising the extensive resources and equipment available ashore and afloat.

In this short course participants learn about education for sustainable development (ESD) methods along with practical activities to integrate ESD into youth work. By the end of the training participants will: -Understand concepts and principles related to sustainable development and education for sustainable development Be aware of values inherent to Sustainable Development Develop a knowledge…