This programme will equip students with the skills needed to develop a career in the emerging fields of digital ecology and biosurveillance. The programme content will focus on AI-assisted SMART sensing and environmental modelling, molecular ecology and biodiversity assessments using classic morphotaxonomic approaches and novel eDNA-based methodologies.
The programme has been developed to provide a comprehensive research-based education and practical training in eDNA and applied IT technological solutions for modern environmental sciences. Graduates will emerge equipped with the practical skills, strategic mindset and innovative tools necessary to address the evolving needs of a new generation of professional practitioners within the environmental science, ecology and biological conservation sectors.
| College | Atlantic Technological University (ATU Sligo) |
| Course ID | 201334 |
| Course Location | Sligo |
| Course Category | Artificial Intelligence (AI), IT & Computers |
| Course Type | Classroom Based |
| Course Duration | 1 year full-time |
| Course Time | In semester 1, 18 weekly contact hours and 24 hours of independent learning. In semester 2 (dominated by research project), 8.5 weekly contact hours and 33.5 hours of independent learning. |
| Entry Requirements | Candidates must hold a cognate Level 8 Bachelor (Honours) degree in areas such as environmental science, ecology and conservation, agriculture and forestry, botany, zoology and marine biology, with a minimum grade classification of H2.2 or equivalent. Interviews with prospective candidates will be organised, as necessary, on an ad-hoc basis. |
| Career Path | Graduates of this programme will have access to a growing range of career opportunities across research, industry, government, and conservation sectors. The demand for professionals with digital ecology and biosurveillance skills is increasing as the methods become standard tools for biodiversity assessment and environmental monitoring. |
This course is free/ funded under the Springboard+ Initiative.
Newly updated 60ECT Programme! The Professional Diploma in Education Home Economics (PDEHE) programme provides an opportunity for registered teachers of other subjects who have an interest in and passion for Home Economics, to acquire the knowledge, attitudes, and practical skills required to teach Home Economics at post primary level.
This programme has been designed to meet the growing requirements of Irish Medical Technology companies in filling regulatory and quality assurance roles.
This programme is run in conjunction with NIBRT (National Institute for Biopharmaceutical Research and Training), with many of the lecturers and guest lecturers from NIBRT.
