This programme equips graduates with the practical skills to apply environmental science knowledge in a broad range of sectors across the environmental themes of biodiversity, water and climate action. Graduates gain an understanding of sustainable development as the context for environmental protection work. This programme at LIT Thurles prepares students to help businesses, communities and the public sector respond actively to the challenges we face. Students learn about ecology and conservation of the natural environment as well as how to manage resources like waste and energy in business. There is lots of practical lab work, field work, field trips and computer skills sessions. Subjects on personal development are also included – valuable skills for the work place. New approaches to balancing the needs of society and the economy with protection of the environment are investigated.