Waterford,
Ireland
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Postgraduate Certificate in nZEB Design in Co. Waterford Ireland | South East Technological University
South East Technological University
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Co. Waterford Ireland
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Qualification
Postgraduate Certificate
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
EUR
14,000
(c. USD16,166.22)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
The Certificate in NZEB Design equips professionals with specialized knowledge for designing and constructing residential and commercial buildings that meet Nearly Zero Energy Building (NZEB) standards. This program develops the ability to analyze energy pathways in structures and make informed decisions regarding energy efficiency, thermal performance, electrical systems, and sustainable energy solutions. Both national and European regulations mandate decreased energy consumption and lower CO2 emissions, exemplified by Ireland's updated building codes adopting NZEB standards.
Participants will gain expertise in evaluating energy flows within buildings and implementing strategic measures to reduce consumption across residential, commercial, and industrial settings. The shift toward NZEB compliance for all building types has heightened demands for improved energy performance, reduced carbon footprints, and increased renewable energy integration - creating demand for qualified professionals who can evaluate and implement these requirements. As sustainability challenges in construction grow, so do opportunities for specialists; this course addresses the expanding need for Sustainability Consultants and professionals with advanced expertise in sustainable building practices.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Applicants should hold an NFQ Level 8 Honours degree in Engineering, Science or cognate discipline. Alternatively applicants who do not hold the standard qualifying NFQ Level 8 qualification criteria, but have relevant industrial experience may be considered for admission to the programme under the university's Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process and subject to an interview.
All students whose first language is not English must be able to provide evidence that their spoken and written level of English is adequate for the programme for which they have applied. The relevant certified documentation to support this shall be provided as part of the application process. An approved English language qualification or test result (see below for list of approved qualifications and test results). The qualification or test result shall have been awarded no more than two years prior to the proposed date of enrolment. Substantial education (minimum one academic year) or work experience (minimum eighteen months) conducted through English and undertaken no more than two years prior to the proposed date of enrolment. Satisfactory completion of an interview process for entry onto the programme.
IELTS - 6 IELTS, TOEFL Computer Based Test - 213, TOEFL Internet Based Test - 80, TOEFL Paper Based Test 575.
All students whose first language is not English must be able to provide evidence that their spoken and written level of English is adequate for the programme for which they have applied. The relevant certified documentation to support this shall be provided as part of the application process. An approved English language qualification or test result (see below for list of approved qualifications and test results). The qualification or test result shall have been awarded no more than two years prior to the proposed date of enrolment. Substantial education (minimum one academic year) or work experience (minimum eighteen months) conducted through English and undertaken no more than two years prior to the proposed date of enrolment. Satisfactory completion of an interview process for entry onto the programme.
IELTS - 6 IELTS, TOEFL Computer Based Test - 213, TOEFL Internet Based Test - 80, TOEFL Paper Based Test 575.
Tuition
EUR
14,000