Decarbonisation Solutions for the Built Environment (L9, 20 ECTS)

Certificate in Decarbonisation Solutions for the Built Environment

Module 1:

Decarbonisation Strategies and Options in the Built Environment (10 credits)

Introduction to the Decarbonisation in the Built Environment. International, EU, and National Policy Frameworks for Decarbonisation. ZEB and Sustainable Approaches for Decarbonisation. Building Resilience and Sustainable Urban Planning

Module 2:

Decarbonisation Analysis & Solutions in the Built Environment (10 credits)

Designing Net-Zero Carbon Buildings and Systems. Carbon Management and Storage Technologies. Technological Innovation for Decarbonisation: AI, IoT, and Big Data

An honours degree (level 8) in a cognate (e.g. Engineering, Architecture, Building Services, Construction Management etc.,) discipline or approved equivalent qualification.

or

An honours degree (level 8) in a non-cognate discipline with 4 years experience and/or ability, evidenced by an RPL portfolio of prior experience and learning.

or

Equivalent Qualifications. Applicants with equivalent qualifications on the European and International frameworks will also be considered. International students must evidence a proficiency in English language (IELTS 6.0).

or

Recognised Prior Learning (RPL)
If you do not meet the academic entry requirements listed above but would like your application assessed under RPL please select YES on the online application form. Please include any relevant work experience/further information relevant to your application under the ‘Additional Information’ section.

English Language: Applicants who do not have English as their first language must ensure they satisfy English Language requirements. For entry to undergraduate courses, a score of 5.5 in an IELTS or equivalent exam is required. For postgraduate courses, a score of 6.0 in an IELTS or equivalent exam is required. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure their English proficiency meets these requirements. Please note that we do not request proof of English language qualification or proficiency.

Modules are to be delivered over 30 weeks in a blended learning format as follows;

Delivery

Evening online lectures on Tuesdays and Wednesdays (18.30-21.30hrs )

4 x Full day face to face practical workshops/site visits on Saturdays (dates tbc)

The proposed delivery schedule may be subject to change.

Each 5 credits will normally equate to approximately 100 Total Learning Hours. Total Learning Hours includes the time you spend in class (lectures, tutorials, practical elements) and the time you spend completing work outside of college.  The balance between these two varies by discipline, and by level of study. You should bear in mind that the workload will increase at particular times e.g. when assignments are due.

Combination

Special Purpose Award

Certificate in Decarbonisation Solutions for the Built Environment (Level 9, 20 ECTS)

This course is funded by the Micro-credential Learner Fee Subsidy 2026 programme and fees are subsidised at 80% for all eligible learner categories.

Full Fee is €2,840

General Queries

Flexible Learning Office

Email: flexible.midwest@tus.ie

Telephone: (061) 293802

Academic Queries

Lis O’Brien

Email: elisabeth.obrien@tus.ie