Program Overview
The Environment at National University of Ireland Galway is a MA programme in Humanities over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Environment programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Ireland and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 13,250 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 6,015 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Environment programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Conceptualising Environment, Society and Development
- Geography and Geo-graphing
- Geopolitics and Security
- Environment and Risk
- Managing Development
- Field-Based Learning
- MA Dissertation
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Second Class Honours NQAI Level 8 degree with a 2:1 in Geography and a 2:2 overall or related discipline, or equivalent. Selection is based on a candidate\xc2\x92s academic record,\xc2\xa0personal statement\xc2\xa0and letters of recommendation. Prior learning in terms of relevant work experience is also recognised.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 13,250 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 6,015 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 13,250 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 6,015 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact National University of Ireland Galway directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About National University of Ireland, Galway
National University of Ireland, Galway
Galway, Ireland
National University of Ireland, Galway is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their...
University Profile- Start Date September 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
- Credits 90