Atlantic Technological University (ATU) is a multi‑campus university serving learners across the west and northwest of Ireland. Formed in 2022, ATU brings together the former institutes of technology in Galway, Mayo, Sligo and Donegal, creating one of Ireland’s largest regional higher education networks. The university offers programmes from Level 6 to Level 10, supporting school leavers, adult learners, apprentices, professionals and career changers seeking qualifications, skills development and progression opportunities.

ATU’s campuses are located in Galway City, Letterfrack, Mountbellew, Mayo (Castlebar), Sligo, Letterkenny, Killybegs, and Bundoran, each with distinct specialisms and facilities. Across the university, learners benefit from industry‑aligned programmes, applied research activity, modern workshops and laboratories, digital learning supports, and strong employer engagement throughout the region.

Campuses and Specialisms

ATU Galway City (Wellpark & Dublin Road)

ATU Galway City is the university’s largest campus, offering a broad portfolio across engineering, science, business, computing, creative arts and health. Facilities include engineering studios, science laboratories, a dedicated creative arts centre, business incubation spaces, and specialist health sciences suites. The campus supports extensive industry collaboration, particularly with Galway’s med‑tech, digital and creative sectors.

ATU Letterfrack

ATU Letterfrack is Ireland’s national centre of excellence for furniture design, manufacturing and wood technology. The campus features advanced woodworking machinery, CNC equipment, design studios, prototyping labs and materials testing facilities. Programmes emphasise craftsmanship, innovation, sustainability and technical precision, with strong links to industry and design houses.

ATU Mountbellew

Mountbellew specialises in agriculture, agribusiness and rural enterprise, delivered in partnership with Teagasc. Learners have access to farm facilities, agricultural machinery, livestock units and practical field‑based learning. Programmes combine scientific knowledge with hands‑on agricultural practice and business skills.

ATU Mayo (Castlebar)

ATU Mayo offers programmes in health and social care, business, early childhood education, outdoor education, sports studies, digital media and computing. Facilities include health simulation labs, sports performance spaces, digital media studios and collaborative learning environments. The campus has a strong focus on community engagement and applied learning.

ATU Sligo

ATU Sligo is a major centre for engineering, science, apprenticeships, computing, business and online learning. It is known for its extensive remote‑learning infrastructure, engineering laboratories, science research centres, and industry‑focused apprenticeship training. The campus has one of Ireland’s largest online student cohorts.

ATU Letterkenny

Letterkenny offers programmes in business, computing, engineering, nursing, health sciences, design, hospitality and tourism. Facilities include nursing simulation suites, engineering labs, digital design studios, enterprise hubs and hospitality training environments. The campus has strong links with employers across Donegal and the wider northwest.

ATU Killybegs

ATU Killybegs is Ireland’s dedicated centre for hospitality, culinary arts and tourism. Learners train in professional kitchens, restaurant environments, food innovation labs and hospitality management facilities. The campus maintains close connections with the tourism and hospitality industries along the Wild Atlantic Way.

ATU Bundoran

Bundoran specialises in sports coaching, surf and outdoor adventure education, supported by access to coastal environments, sports facilities and outdoor training resources. Programmes emphasise practical skills, safety, coaching techniques and industry‑aligned qualifications.

Course Types and Modes of Study

ATU offers a wide range of study modes to support different learner needs:

• Full‑Time Undergraduate Programmes – Level 6, 7 and 8 degrees across all major disciplines.
• Part‑Time and Flexible Learning – Evening, blended and modular options for adult learners and professionals.
• Online Learning – Particularly strong through ATU Sligo, with programmes in engineering, business, science, health and computing.
• Postgraduate Study – Taught and research programmes at Levels 9 and 10, including MSc, MA, MBA and PhD pathways.
• Apprenticeships – National apprenticeships delivered across engineering, electrical, manufacturing, craft and hospitality disciplines.
• Short Courses and Professional Development – Industry‑focused upskilling opportunities, micro‑credentials and CPD modules.
• Further Education Pathways – Access and foundation programmes supporting progression into higher education.

Categories of Study

ATU’s course portfolio spans a wide range of subject areas. Key fields include:

Engineering & Built Environment

Programmes in civil, mechanical, electrical, manufacturing, biomedical and sustainable engineering, supported by specialist laboratories and workshops.

Science & Environment

Courses in environmental science, biology, chemistry, agriculture, marine studies and applied sciences, with strong regional relevance.

Business, Management & Accounting

Business degrees across management, marketing, finance, entrepreneurship and international business, delivered at multiple campuses.

Computing & Digital Technologies

Programmes in software development, cybersecurity, data science, digital media, AI and cloud technologies.

Health, Nursing & Social Care

Nursing, health sciences, social care, early childhood education and related disciplines, supported by simulation labs and clinical partnerships.

Creative Arts, Design & Media

Design, digital media, creative arts, furniture design (Letterfrack), visual communication and related creative disciplines.

Hospitality, Culinary Arts & Tourism

Specialist programmes at Killybegs and Letterkenny, including culinary arts, hospitality management and tourism enterprise.

Sports, Outdoor Education & Coaching

Sports coaching, performance, outdoor adventure and surf education, particularly at Bundoran and Mayo.

Additional subject areas may be available depending on campus and mode of study.

ATU Learners

ATU attracts a diverse learner community from across Ireland and internationally. Programmes are suitable for school leavers, mature students, professionals seeking to update their skills, individuals returning to education, and learners pursuing new career directions. Entry requirements and progression routes vary by programme, with many courses offering practical components, placements or industry‑aligned learning.

Student Experience and Learning Environment

Across its campuses, ATU emphasises applied learning, industry engagement and supportive student services. Learners benefit from:

• Modern laboratories, workshops and studios
• Digital learning platforms and online supports
• Industry placements and employer‑led projects
• Student services including academic support, counselling and career guidance
• Active student societies, sports clubs and campus communities
• Regional enterprise hubs and innovation centres

Each campus offers a distinct environment, from the creative and technical focus of Letterfrack to the coastal outdoor learning opportunities in Bundoran and the large multi‑disciplinary setting of Galway City.

Progression Opportunities

Graduates of ATU progress to employment, professional certification, entrepreneurship, advanced study or research pathways. Many programmes include industry placements, professional accreditation or applied project work, supporting both immediate employability and long‑term career development. Learners may also progress internally to postgraduate study at Levels 9 and 10.