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Course Details
Course Code(s):
GY5032
Available:
Part-Time
Intake:
Course Start Date:
September 2025
Duration:
7 Weeks
Award:
University Certificate of Study
Qualification:
NFQ Level 9 Minor Award
Faculty:
Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
Course Type:
Professional/Flexible, Online
Fees:
For Information on Fees, see section below.
Application Deadline:
Contact(s):
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for more information or to be notified when applications are open.
Brief Description
This microcredential is offered as an introduction to the concept of sustainability. In this week 6 course, we will explore where limits to space, infrastructure, and resources may cause challenges and how this impacts your business/organisation.
FUNDING
HCI Micro-Credential Course Learner Subsidy
This course qualifies for 80% funding under the HCI Micro-Credential Course Learner Subsidy. Check fees section for details and eligibility.
NOTE: Applicants may only apply for and receive one subsidised course per semester.
ReSHAPE Project Funding
Fully funded places are available for learners living or working in the Midlands region, counties Laois, Offaly, Longford and Westmeath. Eligible learners can avail of 100% funding under ReSHAPE.
For information on how to apply for the funding, please visit the ReSHAPE Website: .
ReSHAPE Project is co-funded by the Government of Ireland and the European Union through the EU Just Transition Fund Programme 2021-2027.
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Please ensure you enter the Module Code above when applying for this module. Applications without this cannot be processed. You may apply for more than one module under the same application.
PATHWAY
This micro-credential represents a single module within a larger further award (eg. Certificate, Diploma, Masters). By taking this micro-credential you may be eligible to apply for a credit exemption should you progress to study for a further award.
The programmes associated with this MicroCred are:
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Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course, you will know how to:
- Assess the sustainability of particular areas, services, or sectors.
- Lead an evaluation of the sustainability of new plans or initiatives.
- Identify and propose measures to increase sustainability in particular areas, services, or sectors.
There is no final exam for this course. You'll be assessed through 1-2 continuous skill-based assignments provided by your lecturers and tutors.
Applicants are normally expected to hold a first or second class Level 8 honours degree (NFQ or other internationally recognised equivalents) and/or have at least 5 years of relevant industrial experience.
Candidates who do not meet the minimum entry criteria may be considered in accordance with the University's policy on the Recognition of Prior Learning. These candidates will be required to submit a portfolio to demonstrate their technical and/or management experience.
Entry requirements are established to ensure the learner can engage with the course material and assessments, at a level suitable to their needs, and the academic requirements of the module. By applying to this micro-credential, you are confirming that you have reviewed and understand any such requirements, and that you meet the eligibility criteria for admission.
Successful completion of this module does not automatically qualify you for entry into a further award. All programme applicants must meet the entry requirements listed if applying for a further award.
€800.00
HCI Micro-Credential Course Learner Subsidy - Candidates who satisfy the eligibility criteria can qualify for 80% funding subject to the availability of places. To clarify eligibility please go to Eligibility Criteria
Graduate and Professional Studies
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