Shannon College of Hotel Management was founded in 1951 as Ireland’s first designated college of hotel management. Since 2015 it is fully incorporated into the University of Galway. The college was founded by Brendan O’Regan and is based in Shannon Airport, County Clare.

Application Deadline :

Undergraduate Programs:

1. EU/EEA Students:

• Main Deadline: July 1
• Late Applications: Accepted until August 1, subject to availability.

2. Non-EU/International Students:

• Main Deadline: June 30
• Late Applications: May be considered on a case-by-case basis, but it is strongly advised to apply as early as possible.

Postgraduate Programs:

1. EU/EEA Students:

• Most Programs: Generally, applications are accepted until mid-August, but applying by July is recommended to secure a place.

2. Non-EU/International Students:

• Main Deadline: June 30
• Late Applications: May be accepted on a case-by-case basis. Early application is recommended to manage visa processing and other arrangements.

Subject List

Shannon College of Hotel Management offers specialized programs in hospitality management. Here is an overview of some of the main subjects and areas of study:

Undergraduate Programs:

1. Bachelor of Business Studies (Hotel Management):

• Core Modules:

  • Introduction to Hospitality Management
  • Front Office Operations
  • Food and Beverage Management
  • Accommodation Management
  • Finance for the Hospitality Industry
  • Human Resource Management in Hospitality
  • Marketing in Hospitality
  • Event Management
  • Revenue Management
  • Hospitality Law
  • Sustainable Hospitality Management
  • Strategic Management

• Practical Modules:

  • Practical Training in Food and Beverage Service
  • Practical Training in Front Office Operations
  • Hospitality Industry Placement

2. Bachelor of Business Studies (International Hotel Management):

• Core Modules:

  • International Hospitality Management
  • Global Food and Beverage Operations
  • International Accommodation Management
  • Cross-Cultural Management in Hospitality
  • Global Marketing for Hospitality
  • International Finance and Economics
  • Strategic International Business Management

• Practical Modules:

  • International Industry Placement
  • Practical Training in Global Hospitality Operations

Postgraduate Programs:

1. Master’s in International Hotel Management:

• Core Modules:

  • Advanced Hospitality Management
  • International Hotel Operations
  • Strategic Hospitality Marketing
  • Global Financial Management in Hospitality
  • Leadership and Change Management
  • Research Methods for Hospitality

• Practical Modules:

  • Industry Placement or Capstone Project

English Language Requirements:

To ensure students can fully engage with their studies, Shannon College of Hotel Management requires proof of English language proficiency for non-native speakers. Here are the key details:

Undergraduate Programs:

1. English Language Proficiency Tests:

• IELTS (International English Language Testing System): Minimum overall score of 6.0, with no individual component lower than 5.5.
• TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language): Minimum score of 80, with no section below 19.
• Cambridge English Advanced (CAE): Minimum score of 169 overall, with no component lower than 162.
• Pearson Test of English (PTE): Minimum score of 50, with no component lower than 42.

2. Alternative Qualifications:

• International Baccalaureate (IB) English A or B: A grade of 4 or higher.
• A-Level English: A grade of C or higher.

3. English Language Course:

• Shannon College offers English language preparation courses for students who do not meet the language requirements. Completion of these courses can sometimes fulfill the English language proficiency requirement.

Postgraduate Programs:

1. English Language Proficiency Tests:

• IELTS: Minimum overall score of 6.5, with no individual component lower than 6.0.
• TOEFL: Minimum score of 90, with no section below 21.
• Cambridge English Advanced (CAE): Minimum score of 176 overall, with no component lower than 169.
• Pearson Test of English (PTE): Minimum score of 63, with no component lower than 59.

2. Alternative Qualifications:

• International Baccalaureate (IB) English A: A grade of 4 or higher.
• A-Level English: A grade of C or higher.

3. English Language Course:

• English language preparation courses may be available to help students meet the language requirements for postgraduate studies.