Waste management, scarcity of resources, minimising emissions and energy use while maximising selective reuse and recycling processes are some of the issues that need to be considered to allow for future economic growth, reduction of negative environmental impacts and to tackle climate disruption.

 

The 'Circular Economy' concept offers alternative solutions to these problems. The main goal of this approach is to keep products, components, and materials at their highest levels of use and value by closing the loop of product life cycles. This approach requires allowing economic activity to grow while minimising the use of finite resources and waste generation.

 

The circular model is based on three principles: designing out waste and pollution, keeping products and materials in use, regenerating natural systems

 

This course will provide students with core knowledge of the Circular Economy concept as well as the relevant technologies used in the recycling area. Through a blended delivery of modules, this programme will explore topics such as life cycle assessment (LCA), waste management, waste rock reclamation, waters, and sludge treatment as well as recycling, reprocessing, and remanufacturing. It will allow students to develop a unique perspective of the design process to enable the recovery and reuse of materials.

 

Is This Course For Me?

This curriculum is designed to allow students from science and engineering disciplines to gain the scientific and industrial knowledge required to contribute to the sector.

 

Career Opportunities

Graduates of this programme will be uniquely placed to work in a wide range of sectors such as manufacturing, environmental and recycling industries. Graduates will provide significant expertise and added value to companies, and support growth and competitiveness across relevant Irish and European industries.

 

For those interested in pursuing academic research, the School hosts many internationally recognised academics in research. Graduates will also be eligible to pursue further study in other universities where research in this and related fields is carried out.

 

Trinity provides a distinctive education based on academic excellence and a transformative student experience that encourages students to be active participants in their learning.  Through this programme, students will develop a unique range of knowledge, skills and attributes that will enhance their employability and prepare them for their future career journey.

 

Under the Third Level Graduate Scheme, the Irish Government allows non-EU/EEA students to seek employment in Ireland for 24 months after completing their postgraduate study.