Master of Science in Design Thinking for Sustainability
University College Dublin
Ireland,Leinster
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12 Months
Duration
CAD 23,000/year
Tuition Fee
CAD 60 FREE
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Ireland, Leinster
Type: University
Location Type: Urban
Founded: 1854
Total Students: 38,000 +
Int. Students: 5,000 +
Campus Detail
Main Campus Address
University College Dublin, Belfield, Dublin 4, Ireland
Master of Science in Design Thinking for Sustainability
Program Overview
The MSc in Design Thinking for Sustainability is a unique programme that bridges sustainability knowledge and skills, ensuring students begin to affect change within the programme and are ready to quickly transition to new roles and opportunities upon graduation.
Every aspect of the global economy is changing rapidly due to the effects of climate change. As a result, employers need people who are agile and innovative, who understand sustainability challenges and crucially, are capable of taking action.
Students learn the Design Thinking process, a human centred problem solving methodology that originated in Stanford University, to create innovative, sustainable solutions to complex, real-world problems. In tandem, students develop a sustainability mindset through sustainability literacy including a working knowledge of sustainability systems, issues and tools, framed by the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
The MSc in Design Thinking for Sustainability, introduces key concepts such as the circular economy, decarbonisation, and just transition. Students also learn how to embrace their creative and entrepreneurial side to lead change, embed sustainability, and address complex challenges.
Everything students learn is into practice with a project to look at a real-world sustainability challenge. This will be set by one of our industry partners, who have previously included ESB, Oxfam, Dublin City Council, and SuperValu. In the final component of the MSc students apply their learnings to a project of their own choosing - an opportunity to lead a project with real world impact, offering an ideal springboard for the next step in your career.
By the end of this MSc students are ready to reposition their career for the emerging green economy.
Application Fee
Application Fee: CAD 60 FREE Tuition Fee
CAD 23,000 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
Living Cost in University College Dublin
CAD 10,000 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Check program website for more information about funding options.
