The Athlone Institute of Technology was an institute of technology, located in Athlone, Ireland. Established in 1970, the institute’s campus was located on University Road. A consortium between itself and the Limerick Institute of Technology was announced with the intention of forming a technological university.

Application Deadline :

Undergraduate Programs (EU Students):

• CAO (Central Applications Office) Applications:
  • Normal Deadline: February 1st
  • Late Application Deadline: May 1st
  • Change of Mind Deadline: July 1st

Undergraduate Programs (Non-EU Students):

• September Intake:
  • Application Deadline: July 31st (early application is recommended to allow time for visa processing)
• January Intake:
  • Application Deadline: November 30th

Postgraduate Programs:

• September Intake:
  • Application Deadline: July 31st
• January Intake:
  • Application Deadline: November 30th

Additional Information:

• Deadlines may vary depending on the specific program.
• It is recommended to apply as early as possible to secure a place, especially for high-demand courses.

Subject List

Technological University of the Shannon: Midlands Midwest (Athlone campus) offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines. Below is an overview of the subject areas and programs available:

Undergraduate Programs:

Business & Management:

• Bachelor of Business (Hons)
• Bachelor of Business in Accounting
• Bachelor of Business in International Business
• Bachelor of Arts in Business and Law

Engineering:

• BEng (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering
• BEng (Hons) in Civil Engineering
• BEng (Hons) in Software and Electronic Engineering

Science & Health:

• BSc (Hons) in Biotechnology
• BSc (Hons) in Pharmaceutical Science
• BSc (Hons) in Nursing (General, Psychiatric, and Intellectual Disability)
• BSc (Hons) in Athletic & Rehabilitation Therapy
• BSc (Hons) in Microbiology

Information Technology & Computing:

• BSc (Hons) in Software Design with Artificial Intelligence
• BSc (Hons) in Network Management and Cloud Infrastructure
• BSc (Hons) in Computer Systems

Hospitality, Tourism & Leisure:

• BA (Hons) in Hospitality Management
• BA (Hons) in Tourism and Event Management
• BSc in Sport and Exercise with Strength and Conditioning

Social Sciences & Humanities:

• BA (Hons) in Early Years Care and Education
• BA (Hons) in Social Care Practice
• BA (Hons) in Applied Social Studies

Postgraduate Programs:

Business & Management:

• Master of Business Administration (MBA)
• MSc in International Business
• MSc in Marketing

Engineering & Technology:

• MSc in Software Engineering
• MSc in Renewable Energy
• MSc in Advanced Manufacturing Technology

Science & Health:

• MSc in Biopharmaceutical Technology
• MSc in Data Analytics
• MSc in Health Informatics

Education:

• Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching and Learning
• MA in Teaching and Learning in Further and Higher Education

Professional & Short Courses:

• Certificate in Project Management
• Certificate in Digital Marketing
• Diploma in Leadership and Management

English Language Requirements:

International students applying to Technological University of the Shannon: Midlands Midwest (Athlone) must demonstrate proficiency in English if their first language is not English. The following are the minimum accepted scores for popular English language tests:

Undergraduate Programs:

• IELTS (International English Language Testing System):

  • Overall score of 6.0, with no band less than 5.5.

• TOEFL iBT (Test of English as a Foreign Language – Internet Based Test):

  • Minimum score of 80, with a minimum of 17 in writing and listening, 18 in reading, and 20 in speaking.

• PTE (Pearson Test of English) Academic:

  • Minimum score of 50, with no section below 42.

• Duolingo English Test:

  • Minimum score of 90.

• Cambridge English Examinations:

  • CAE (Certificate in Advanced English): Grade C or higher.
  • CPE (Certificate of Proficiency in English): Grade C or higher.

Postgraduate Programs:

• IELTS:

  • Overall score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.

• TOEFL iBT:

  • Minimum score of 88, with a minimum of 21 in writing and speaking, 19 in reading, and 18 in listening.

• PTE Academic:

  • Minimum score of 58, with no section below 50.

• Duolingo English Test:

  • Minimum score of 105.

• Cambridge English Examinations:

  • CAE: Grade C or higher.
  • CPE: Grade C or higher.

Additional Notes:

• Test scores are generally valid for up to two years.
• Some exemptions may apply for students who have completed previous studies in English or are from English-speaking countries.