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The Master's in Dublin program, offered by Trinity College Dublin's School of Natural Sciences and taught by faculty from all university departments, partners with top scientific researchers and specialized national/international organizations. Urban expansion in the 21st century brings major challenges like sustainable growth, urban design planning, and community welfare. With countless smart-city projects globally, intelligent urban development has become a primary framework for city growth.
Smart city endeavors encompass both the revitalization of current urban zones and the establishment of entirely new communities. This profoundly impacts the environmental, societal, and financial frameworks supporting our world. Smart-city projects possess multifaceted characteristics. As urban enhancement efforts, they're intrinsically tied to metropolitan growth and city design. Their emphasis on technological advancement means smart city development extends beyond urban studies, incorporating computer science and engineering disciplines. Furthermore, when implemented, these smart solutions interact with intricate ecological and social networks - requiring careful consideration of these systems' dynamics to prevent environmental harm and preserve biodiversity.
Admission to the course is competitive. Applicants will be expected to have an Honours Bachelor degree at 2.1 or above in a social science or science-based course such as Engineering, Sociology, Computer Science, Economics, Geography or cognate fields.
In case of heavy competition for places or concerns regarding a applicant’s suitability, applicants may be interviewed or asked to submit a written sample for assessment. Nonstandard applicants may be considered by the Dean of Graduate Studies in exceptional circumstanced based on workplace experience or other criteria relevant under the Recognition of Prior Learning policy.
English Language Requirements: