E3 at Trinity College Dublin will host an upcoming online Course Information Webinar for the MSc in Climate Adaptation Engineering on 23 February 2026 at 14:00 (Dublin time).

The session will be led by Course Director Dr Rui Teixeira, who will provide a detailed introduction to the programme’s structure, core modules and distinctive industry-led research project. The webinar will also cover career pathways, entry requirements and the application process, followed by a live question-and-answer session.

Climate adaptation is central to responding effectively to the impacts of climate change across all sectors. The MSc in Climate Adaptation Engineering has been designed to equip graduates with the technical expertise and multidisciplinary understanding required to deliver balanced, sustainable engineering solutions.

This engineering-led programme addresses the UN Sustainable Development Goals through both its curriculum and its unique collaborative industry-led research project. Students develop the knowledge and innovative capacity to support climate resilience through sustainable design and the effective management of assets and resources in the built and natural environments.

Programme Overview

The MSc (with a Postgraduate Diploma exit option) is a Level 9 award under the Irish National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) and comprises 90 ECTS credits completed over one calendar year.

  • Duration: One year, full-time

  • Delivery: Blended learning (approximately 90% in-person, 10% online)

  • Intake: 25 places

  • Start date: Mid-September

Teaching is delivered across two twelve-week semesters (September–December and January–April). From January onwards, students undertake a dedicated industry-led Climate Adaptation Research Project, working closely with an academic supervisor and industry mentor to address real-world climate resilience challenges.

Multidisciplinary and Industry-Engaged

Led by the School of Engineering, with contributions from the Schools of Natural Sciences and Computer Science & Statistics, the programme combines:

  • Engineering approaches to climate adaptation measures

  • Scientific understanding of global environmental change

  • Data science and machine learning tools to support evidence-based solutions

Modules include:

  • Introduction to Climate Adaptation Engineering

  • Global Environmental Change

  • Advanced Spatial Analysis using GIS

  • Introduction to Machine Learning

  • Climate Adaptation Engineering Challenge

  • Climate Adaptation for Infrastructure

  • Civil Engineering for Sustainable Development

  • Measuring Environmental Impact: Life Cycle Assessment for Engineering Practice

  • Human Interactions with Biodiversity

  • Industry-led Climate Adaptation Research Project

The programme emphasises project-, problem- and team-based learning, reflecting its multi- and transdisciplinary ethos.

Career Opportunities

Strong industry collaboration underpins the course, with guest lectures from practitioners and active input from industry partners in shaping the research project and overall course design.

Graduates are equipped to fill a growing skills gap in climate adaptation and resilience, with career opportunities in:

  • Energy and utility companies

  • Local authorities

  • Engineering and environmental consultancies

  • Construction and infrastructure organisations

  • Public and private sector sustainability roles

Register for the Webinar

The E3-hosted webinar offers an opportunity to learn how this innovative MSc prepares engineers and applied scientists to respond effectively to climate change impacts.

Prospective students are encouraged to register in advance to secure their place and discover how the MSc in Climate Adaptation Engineering can support their professional ambitions in climate resilience and sustainable development. Click here to register