Sports & Exercise Rehabilitaion*
Sports Coaching
This programme is ideally suited to individuals that are passionate about playing or coaching sport or
want a career in the sporting or fitness industry. It is a practically applied coaching degree, with a variety
of sporting opportunities, populations, and environments where students will put theory into practice.
Students will have the opportunity to complete a number of coaching accreditations with National
Governing Bodies such as the FAI, GAA, and Athletics Ireland.
Tourism and Event Management*
In a dynamic and rapidly changing world, our tourism graduates are confident, creative, and agile –
exactly what is needed to rebuild and continue to develop the world’s fastest-growing economic sector
in a sustainable manner. This is the only three-year honours degree in this subject available in our region,
offering students the most current business degree with a specialism in tourism and events. This provides
a broad and exciting platform to build a successful career and opportunities to travel internationally.
Writing and Literature*
This programme focuses on developing skills in fiction, non-fiction, poetry, screenwriting, playwriting,
cultural journalism and other forms. Coursework is anchored by a focus on the processes of creative and
critical writing along with a detailed study of literature, drama and film. The programme is delivered through
interactive workshops, seminars and field trips. Visiting lecturers include novelists, poets, screenwriters,
playwrights, podcasters, journalists, editors, agents and publishers.
Performing Arts*
This programme is unique in Ireland, offering tuition to Level 8 in the linked fields of acting/performance
and theatre design. A common first year gives students an overview of all areas of the performing arts. In
Year 2, students choose to specialise in either acting or theatre design. This flexibility to change direction
allows students to figure out where their passion lies. Our close relationships with The Abbey Theatre
(Dublin), the Blue Raincoat Theatre Company, The Model Arts Centre and the Hawk’s Well Theatre allows
our students access to rehearsals, technical departments, work placements, backstage and more.
Pharmaceutical Science with Drug Development
Pharmaceutical Science is a broad, ever-evolving field, combining a range of scientific subjects that are
vital in the discovery, design, development, processing, and manufacturing of a diverse spectrum of drugs
and therapies. The overall philosophy of the programme is to produce highly skilled and employable
graduates equipped with scientific, analytical, and transferable skills to assume positions of responsibility
in the diverse and expanding area of pharmaceutical science in Ireland and beyond. These programmes
provide students with a broad but thorough background in the chemical, biological, and technological
disciplines as they relate to the study of medicinal products.
Physics and Instrumentation**
The progression of modern technology is largely based on fundamental physics research and
instrumentation development. Innovation in all areas of science, engineering, measurement and
technology relies on the development of new instrumentation and measurement techniques. The aims
of these programmes are to satisfy those who have an interest in fundamental science and present
them with opportunities to find rewarding careers. Throughout the programmes, there is an emphasis on
practical work and projects. Projects are often based on individual students’ interests and have included:
medical instrumentation development, remote measurements using drones, building electronic musical
equipment, investigating solar cells and many more.
Public Health Nutrition**
This exciting degree is the first of its kind in the West of Ireland. Public Health Nutrition focuses on
the promotion of good health through nutrition and the primary prevention of nutrition-related illness
in the population.
Students on this programme will develop, implement and evaluate nutrition policies and programmes.
They will apply scientific knowledge to understand the impact of food and diet on health and well-being
and students will work to improve the diet, nutrition and health of individuals and communities.
Quanity Surveying
The Quantity Surveying profession is at the forefront of ensuring that property owners receive value for
money for the life cycle of construction projects. The BSc/BSc (Honours) Quantity Surveying programmes
are designed for those who wish to work as professional quantity surveyors and contractors’ economic
managers in the construction industry. Developed in collaboration with industry, the qualifications will
enable graduates to commence the process of becoming a chartered surveyor
Quantity Surveying and Construction Economics
As the business person of the construction world the Quantity Surveyor is a mix of an
Accountant, a Solicitor and a Building Manager. Quantity Surveyors have expertise in
cost planning and controlling of construction projects, estimating, procurement,
tendering and contracts administrative processes. In Year 3, a four-month work
placement provides an opportunity for practical learning for each student.
Graduates of the Level 8 Programme are provided with the academic qualification
necessary to commence the process of becoming a Professional Quantity Surveyor
(Chartered Surveyor). The programme provides highly sought after and valuable
specialisations, giving its graduates a clear edge in the employment market. Graduates find employment within Building, Civil Engineering or Building Services
Consultancy Practices / Contractors, Sub-Contractors, Facilities Management or
Insurance Companies, Local Authorities, Government Departments, State/Semi-state
Organisations, property divisions of the Banking Sector & Utility Providers. The Level 8 Programme is fully accredited at Professional Level by the Society of
Chartered Surveyors Ireland (SCSI) and The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors in
the UK (RICS).
