BA (Hons) in Sustainability Management

Sustainability as a perpetual topic, has become an integral part of today’s business operations and management, and the recent rise in public awareness about the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 2030 has cultivated a strong level of interest in the subject. The BA (Hons) in Sustainability Management programme aims to provide learners with the knowledge, skills, and mindset necessary to address global sustainability challenges, as well as creating and maintaining sustainable operations in the public, commercial and not-for-profit sectors. Moreover, the decision to align the curriculum of this proposed BA (Hons) in Sustainability Management programme with the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) is rooted in the recognition of the urgent need to address global sustainability challenges. By integrating the SDGs into our curriculum, we aim to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the interconnected nature of sustainability issues and empower them to contribute meaningfully to achieving the SDGs. (See Section 2.9 Table 2.9 Programme Module Alignment to SDGs).

To be considered for admission, applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:Leaving Certificate - a minimum of 2 H5s and 4 O6/H7, to include Mathematics and English or another language.A full FETAC/QQI award at Level 5 on the NFQ which includes a Distinction grade in at least three modules. FETAC/QQI Level 5 awards will be accepted in any discipline.GCSE - a minimum of four passes at grade C to include Mathematics and English or another language, plus two A-level passes at grade C or higher.BTEC - a minimum of a BTEC National Diploma in a cognate area.Language proficiency - International applicants whose first language is not English and who have not previously undertaken previous study taught through English, must provide evidence of proficiency in English language equivalent to B2+ or above on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFRL). This must be evidenced through a recognised English Language test such as IELTS, Cambridge Certificate or DBS English assessment. Test certificates should be dated within the last two years to be considered valid.Mathematical proficiency - a minimum of O6/H7 in Mathematics in the Leaving Certificate or equivalent.