Teaching and Learning

Ulster University offers a wide range of courses that both directly and indirectly support the UN Sustainable Development Goals, highlighting our strong commitment to embedding sustainability in education. Across disciplines such as sustainable business, environmental health, renewable energy, architecture, law, and marine sciences, students are encouraged to engage with global challenges, whether by designing sustainable cities, advancing environmental justice, protecting ecosystems, or leading ethical organisations.

Ulster University’s commitment to Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) is integrated in our teaching, curriculum, and institutional strategy. Through our Strategy for Learning and Teaching Enhancement (SLaTE), ESD is a core priority, with all programmes aligned to the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Ulster University have been awarded the SOS-UK Responsible Futures Accreditation. Responsible Futures is a UK-wide accreditation programme run by Students Organising for Sustainability (SOS-UK). It helps universities and colleges embed sustainability and social responsibility across teaching, curricula, and the wider student experience.

Ulster University apprenticeships combine academic study with workplace experience, equipping learners with the skills needed to drive sustainable change in their chosen fields. Working in partnership with forward-thinking employers, we provide pathways that support green career development, address evolving sustainability skills needs, and create opportunities for individuals and industries to contribute to a more sustainable future.

Ulster University offers professional and continuing education opportunities that equip learners with the skills to drive sustainable change. Through flexible courses, industry-focused programmes and tailored training, we empower individuals to upskill, reskill and lead in a rapidly evolving world, helping businesses and communities transition towards a greener, more sustainable future.