Offshore Wind Energy Micro-credential: Strengthen Your Technical and Strategic Capabilities

27 November 2025

Ireland’s energy landscape is changing fast. Offshore wind is no longer a niche sector -it’s a cornerstone of our transition to a sustainable, net-zero future. For mid- to senior-level professionals, this represents a rare career inflection point: the chance to pivot, lead, and shape an industry that will define the next decade.

But the reality is clear: those who act early and invest in specialist knowledge will lead, while those who wait risk being left behind.

Building Expertise That Matters

The Offshore Wind Energy micro-credential provides a deep dive into the advanced engineering and non-engineering domains critical for offshore wind systems. Over 8–12 weeks (part-time) in a blended format, students will engage with weekly lectures, guest-industry speakers, practical assignments, and a site visit to the National Ocean Test Facility in Cork. Participants will explore:

• Energy storage solutions and integration for offshore wind
• Wind and wave loading of offshore structures
• Operations, maintenance, and full lifecycle management of offshore assets
• Resource estimation and forecasting for wind energy production
• Design, durability, and testing of offshore-environment materials
• Economics, financing, and business models for offshore wind projects
• Environmental impacts, sustainability, and marine governance frameworks

On successful completion, participants will be able to critically assess how engineering, environmental, economic, and regulatory factors influence offshore wind development and apply that insight in real-world offshore wind projects.

Who This Course Is For

If you’re a professional in the energy, engineering, maritime, or environmental sectors, already holding a Level 8 qualification, this course is your launchpad. It’s also ideal for those in onshore wind or adjacent industries looking to pivot into offshore projects.

Career Impact

Completing this micro-credential positions you for a wide range of roles: resource analyst, offshore operations engineer, project planner, energy consultant, or regulatory adviser, among others.

Moreover, this course integrates seamlessly into a broader learning pathway: graduates can go on to other micro-credentials such as GIS, MetOcean data analysis, high-voltage systems, project management, and more — building a tailored specialization aligned with their career goals

Investment in Your Future

Enrolling in this programme is a strategic career investment. The full course fee is €1,000, but through Skillnet Ireland funding, eligible private-sector professionals can access the course for a subsidised rate of just €500.

Why Now

The industry is scaling rapidly - projects are underway, and demand for skilled professionals is accelerating. Early movers don’t just adapt – their teams will define the standards, lead innovation, and have the capabilities to deliver new projects that will shape the future of energy in Ireland.

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