Climate Adaptation and Sustainability

The University of Limerick, founded in 1972 and located on a scenic riverside campus in Limerick, Ireland, is known for combining high quality teaching with strong industry engagement. With about 16,300 students including some 2,700 international learners, the university offers a broad portfolio of programs across arts, business, engineering, science, health and education. Its compact campus and emphasis on experiential learning create a supportive environment for academic and personal development.

Students benefit from practice-oriented study, extensive placement options and partnerships with local and international employers that help translate classroom learning into real-world skills. The university’s 151 programs provide flexible pathways at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, while research activity and innovation hubs support entrepreneurship and graduate employability. Campus life balances academic support with opportunities for clubs, sport and cultural engagement.

International students find dedicated services for admissions, visas, accommodation and integration, plus strong career support through co-op placements and industry links. Limerick’s location offers the advantages of a lively regional city with good transport to major Irish centres. Graduates typically pursue careers in industry, research or professional practice, benefitting from the university’s practical focus and global outlook.

The Climate Adaption and Sustainability program is a one-year online course providing geographic knowledge and digital skills in GIS software to help participants analyze environmental problems and propose solutions, benefiting professionals in planning, engineering, insurance, and science.

The curriculum covers environmental geospatial data analysis, urban ecosystem services, climate hazards, and sustainability, using case studies and geospatial data to develop skills in hazard assessment, mapping, and adaptation strategies.

Graduates can pursue careers as Sustainability Consultants, Environmental Planners, Climate Change Analysts, Geographic Information Systems Specialists, or Urban Planners, working in government, private sector, or non-profit organizations.