MSc Sustainability Engineering Leadership

University College Dublin

Ireland, Dublin

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University College Dublin

Ireland , Dublin

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines25-Sep-2026

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Go to the official application for the university

Duration 2 year(s)

Next Intake 25-Sep-2026

MSc Sustainability Engineering Leadership

About

This unique full-time MSc Double Degree between UCD and Northeastern University, where students will spend the 1st year in Northeastern University, USA and their 2nd year in UCD, Ireland, is a comprehensive programme designed to equip graduates with the necessary skills and knowledge to become leaders in engineering sustainability across various sectors. It focuses on engineering design, development and assesment of sustainable technologies and is coupled with the engineering management and leadership skills needed to deploy the technologies in the marketplace. The programme addresses the growing Global demand for sustainability expertise in the labour market.

Sustainability is on the agenda for many engineering sectors. All sectors are responding to sustainability goals, with many organisations setting targets to be achieved by 2030 for compliance, consumer or market retention purposes. Consultation with a range of engineering industry stakeholders has identified a deficit of expertise in the market to address the implementation and leadership of sustainability agendas, however, the scale and speed of the change required is urgent.

The first year of the program is offered in Boston, and the second year in Dublin. Upon graduation, students earn an MSc degree in Sustainability Engineering Leadership from both Northeastern University and University College Dublin. The program prepares graduates for in-demand senior technical sustainability positions in engineering and industrial firms, consultancies, and environmental organisations.

For more information on the year at Northeastern University in Boston or to start your application click here

As year 1 is in Boston your apply on the Northeastern University page click here

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Applications for this MSc are made directly to Northeastern University just click here

Applicants must have a minimum 2:1 award in a Bachelor's degree (NFQ level 8) or international equivalence in engineering, physical science or an environmental related degree programme.

Minimum English language requirements will apply. The English language requirements for degree courses at UCD are listed at http://www.ucd.ie/international/study-at-ucd-global/ucdenglishlanguagerequirements/

You may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), as UCD recognises formal, informal, and/or experiential learning. RPL may be awarded to gain Admission and/or credit exemptions on a programme. Please visit the UCD Registry RPL web page for further information. Any exceptions are also listed on this webpage.

English Program Requirements

International English Language Testing System (IELTS)

Taught Master's: A minimum overall score of 7.0 over all components and a minimum of 6.0 in each band on the Academic Version. The non-academic version is not accepted.

Research Programmes: A minimum overall score of 6.5 over all components and a minimum of 6.0 in each band on the Academic Version. The non-academic version is not accepted.

IELTS Indicator: A minimum overall score of 7.0 over all components and a minimum of 6.0 in each band. This test will be accepted for 2022/23 and 2023/24 intake.

Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)

Taught Master's: A minimum score of 100 is required in the Internet based TOEFL (iBT) with a score of at least 20 in each section.

Research Programmes: A minimum score of 90 is required in the Internet based TOEFL (iBT) with a score of at least 20 in each section.

TOEFL iBT Home: A minimum score of 100 is required with a score of at least 20 in each section.

Duolingo Test of English (DET)

UCD has approved the use of the Duolingo Test of English (DET) for the 2024/25 intake.
An overall score of 130 will be accepted with no section below 110.

Please note that this does not apply to the CEMS MiM / MSc in International Management. In the case of the CEMS MiM the Duolingo English Test will not be accepted.

Career

This MSc will produce graduates with the capability to become leaders in sustainability implementation who can apply their skills in a wide range of sectors, for production companies, local authorities, design and consulting companies etc., driving the transition to a sustainable and circular economy in Ireland, the United States, and globally.

Typical employers of our graduates include:

Wind power development - Siemens
Sustainability manager - Usice Eireann
Product licensing and sustainability compliance - Trifol
Carbon measurements and sustainability - La Roba Energy
Design of solar installations - Microtek Solar Solutions (India)
Sustainability assessments - RPS Consulting Engineers
Energy advisory - Aurora Energy

The following are potential career tracks after graduating:

Design and consulting engineering firms focused on sustainable technologies and systems (e.g., Arup)
Start-up firms focused on sustainable technologies and systems (e.g. Sublime)
Venture firms and investment companies that evaluate promising technologies (e.g., Blue Wave Capital)
Sustainability assessment/energy systems analysis / LCA consultancies (e.g., Quantis)

By blending engineering, data-driven decision-making, and sustainability leadership, this programme will empower graduates to make a lasting impact in businesses, governments, and communities worldwide.