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University of Galway| The award | How you will study | Study duration | Course start | Domestic course fees | International course fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSc | Full-time | 1 year | September | find out | find out |
The Masters in Climate Change, Agriculture and Food Security (MScCCAFS) programme provides motivated students with cutting-edge knowledge and skills in climate change, agriculture, and food security.
?The course is run with the Ryan Institute in partnership with national and international contributors, including the global network of One CGIAR agricultural research institutes.
Our classes are international and multidisciplinary. We accept students from any background who want to combine scientific, engineering, technical, social or policy skills. MScCCAFS students also complete a research project aimed towards a published outcome. Depending on circumstances, these projects may be completed within the University, of Galway, at students place of work, or through a research collaboration or placement.
Our graduates are equipped to address the deepening climate crisis and build mitigation, adaptation and resilience in the agriculture and food sector globally.The MScCCAFS won the Best New Postgraduate Award (HEA Awards, Ireland) for 2017 (more information here) and was shortlisted for the Best Science Award for 2019.
Our graduates aim to be 'Agents of Change' who will deliver significant impacts at scale through their future careers.
Scholarships available
Find out about our Postgraduate Scholarships here. For more information, contact the Course Coordinator.
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Applications are made online via the University of Galway's Postgraduate Applications System. Selection is based on the candidate's academic record at an undergraduate level and their passion for the topics of the course. Applications are accepted throughout the year but early application is strongly recommended.
Students with relevant non-academic experience are encouraged to contact the Course Coordinator for information on entry through Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning.
A range of assessment methods are integrated and applied throughout the MScCCAFS.
These include reports, data exercises, group presentations, online literature tests, and analysis of policy case studies. All students prepare receive communications and career training and produce a publication-style Thesis after their MScCCAFS project.
Contact University of Galway to find course entry requirements.
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