Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Environmental Biology] From University College Dublin

University College Dublin offers an Environmental Biology (Hons) programme. There's a strong emphasis on vocational skills and links with industry. Core modules include mock environmental impact assessment, field-based sampling in Ireland and Spain, and guest lectures from environmental managers and consultants.

Career & Graduate Study Opportunities

Environmental Biologists pursue a wide range of careers such as:

• Fisheries managers
• Environmental consultants
• Habitat ecologists
• Pollution biologists
• Wildlife and conservation officers
• National park supervisors
• Technical and scientific supervisors
• University researchers and professors

Graduate opportunities are also available for students to pursue MSc or PhD programmes. Taught MSc programmes at UCD include Applied Science (Environmental Science), Evolutionary Biology,Imaging & Microscopy and World Heritage Management.

International Study Opportunities

Students in third year have spent time at the following universities:

• University of Auckland, New Zealand
• University of California, Santa Barbara, USA
• University of Melbourne, Australia