Education for Sustainability

Located in Ireland, Atlantic Technological University is a dynamic college that offers many advantages for international students. You will find a supportive community, excellent applied learning, and teaching environments that reflect the real needs of businesses and professions in the region. With a strong focus on innovation, ATU provides opportunities for you to make significant contributions to society.

ATU offers 179 programs, covering many subjects, including engineering, business, and medicine. Specifically, the college focuses on applied learning and research environments that cater to the needs of local industries. You can expect to learn from experienced faculty and engage with different departments, all while improving your English language skills.

In Ireland, you will experience a unique cultural setting with many activities to enjoy. You will be part of a community of 19,000 students, including 4,000 international students, creating a diverse and inclusive environment. The campus provides modern facilities, and the surrounding city offers many benefits, from historic landmarks to modern amenities, making it an ideal location for you to thrive and succeed.

The programme is built around the 6Cs framework – Curriculum, Campus, Community, Collaborative Research, Culture and Care – linking the National Education for Sustainable Development strategy directly to academic practice. Through inquiry-based, research-informed and experiential learning, participants explore transdisciplinary approaches to sustainability, climate action and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, developing interventions that can be embedded across curricula and campus life.

It is aimed at higher and further education academic staff who already hold a bachelor's degree and wish to strengthen their competence in integrating sustainability into teaching, research and community engagement. The blended delivery combines five three-hour online workshops with a final in-person workshop, supported by self-paced activities and peer-triad reflections.

Graduates lead sustainability initiatives in universities and research institutes.