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LEARN MORE LIVE MORE BE MORE TOP 5 IRISH UNIVERSITY
LEARN MORE
LIVE MORE
BE MORE
WELCOME TO
IT SLIGO
TOP 5 IRISH UNIVERSITY
FACULTY OF FACULTY OF FACULTY OF
BUSINESS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES ENGINEERING AND DESIGN SCIENCE
CAO Duration CAO Entry Common CAO Duration CAO Entry Common CAO Duration CAO Entry Common
Course Code Level Years Points Webpage Req. Entry Page Course Code Level Years Points Webpage Req. Entry Page Course Code Level Years Points Webpage Req. Entry Page
BUSINESS GENERAL ENGINEERING GENERAL SCIENCE
Business SG141 8 4 252 itsligo.ie/SG141 2 Yes 58 Engineering SG341 8 4 NEW itsligo.ie/SG341 4 Yes 86 Science SG444 8 4 308 itsligo.ie/SG444 2 Yes 134
Business SG536 7 3 183 itsligo.ie/SG536 2 Yes 60 Engineering SG330 7 3 233 itsligo.ie/SG330 3 Yes 87 Science SG401 6 2 175 itsligo.ie/SG401 2 Yes 135
Business SG101 6 2 126 itsligo.ie/SG101 2 Yes 60 Engineering SG300 6 2 190 itsligo.ie/SG300 3 Yes 87 LIFE SCIENCES
Business (Online) SG103 6 2 NEW itsligo.ie/SG103 2 61
MECHATRONIC ENGINEERING Medical Biotechnology SG449 8 4 329 itsligo.ie/SG449 2 136
Business Administration SG535 7 3 186 itsligo.ie/SG535 1 62
Robotics and Automation SG350 8 4 NEW itsligo.ie/SG350 4 Yes 89 Biomedical Science SG436 7 3 268 itsligo.ie/SG436 2 138
Business and ICT SG145 8 3 NEW itsligo.ie/SG145 2 63
Mechatronic Engineering SG334 7 3 288 itsligo.ie/SG334 3 Yes 90 Pharmaceutical Science with SG445 8 4 339 itsligo.ie/SG445 2 141
Accounting SG146 8 3 307 itsligo.ie/SG146 2 65 Drug Development
MARKETING, TOURISM & SPORT MECHANICAL AND MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING Pharmaceutical Science with SG431 7 3 262 itsligo.ie/SG431 2 141
Drug Development
Marketing and Sales SG537 7 3 206 itsligo.ie/SG537 2 66 Mechanical Engineering SG344 8 4 NEW itsligo.ie/SG344 4 Yes 92
Forensic Investigation and Analysis SG448 8 4 306 itsligo.ie/SG448 2 142
International Marketing with French SG142 8 4 270 itsligo.ie/SG142 2 68 Mechanical Engineering SG333 7 3 216 itsligo.ie/SG333 3 Yes 94
Forensic Investigation and Analysis SG437 7 3 237 itsligo.ie/SG437 2 142
International Marketing with Spanish SG144 8 4 280 itsligo.ie/SG144 2 68 Precision Engineering and Design SG336 7 3 263 itsligo.ie/SG336 3 Yes 95
Tourism with Event Management SG148 8 4 246 itsligo.ie/SG148 2, 5 70 ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES
CIVIL ENGINEERING AND CONSTRUCTION
Tourism with Event Management SG135 7 3 187 itsligo.ie/SG135 2, 5 70 Environmental Science with Ecology SG450 8 4 NEW itsligo.ie/SG450 2 144
Civil Engineering SG342 8 4 403 itsligo.ie/SG342 4 Yes 96
Sport with Business SG147 8 3 269 itsligo.ie/SG147 2, 5 71 Environmental Science with Ecology SG439 7 3 NEW itsligo.ie/SG439 2 144
Civil Engineering SG338 7 3 226 itsligo.ie/SG338 3 Yes 96
Applied Sport with Business SG134 7 3 AQA itsligo.ie/SG134 2, 5 72 Environmental Science with Ecology SG404 6 2 NEW itsligo.ie/SG404 2 144
Construction Economics SG302 6 2 190 itsligo.ie/SG302 3 97
Applied Archaeology SG446 8 4 289 itsligo.ie/SG446 2 146
SOCIAL SCIENCES Quantity Surveying SG343 8 4 261 itsligo.ie/SG343 3 98
Applied Archaeology SG438 7 3 279 itsligo.ie/SG438 2 146
Social Care Practice SG243 8 4 297 itsligo.ie/SG243 1, 5 75 Quantity Surveying SG339 7 3 188 itsligo.ie/SG339 3 98
Applied Archaeology SG403 6 2 297 itsligo.ie/SG403 2 146
Early Childhood Care and Education SG242 8 4 278 itsligo.ie/SG242 1, 5 76 Construction Project Management SG346 8 4 286 itsligo.ie/SG346 2 99
and Applied Technology Occupational Safety and Health SG442 8 4 289 itsligo.ie/SG442 2 147
Sociology and Politics SG248 8 3 282 itsligo.ie/SG248 1, 5 77 Occupational Safety and Health SG433 7 3 224 itsligo.ie/SG433 2 147
Advanced Wood and Sustainable SG332 7 3 180 itsligo.ie/SG332 2 100
English and Psychology SG247 8 3 306 itsligo.ie/SG247 1, 5 78 Building Technology
Law and Business NEW 8 3 NEW itsligo.ie/courses 2 79 Applied Construction Technology SG308 6 2 337 itsligo.ie/SG308 2 102
HEALTH AND NUTRITIONAL SCIENCES
Health and Medical Information SG530 7 3 NEW itsligo.ie/SG530 2 148
COMPUTING AND ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING Science (Online)
Electronics and Self-Driving Technologies SG349 8 4 NEW itsligo.ie/SG349 4 Yes 104 Health Science and Physical Activity SG447 8 4 316 itsligo.ie/SG447 2,5 150
Electronic and Computer Engineering SG337 7 3 255 itsligo.ie/SG337 2 Yes 105 Health Science and Physiology SG435 7 3 288 itsligo.ie/SG435 2,5 151
LEAVING CERTIFICATE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Computing SG246 8 4 295 itsligo.ie/SG246 2 Yes 107 Health and Exercise Science SG406 6 2 367 itsligo.ie/SG406 2 152
Level 8: Min Subjects 2H5 & 4O6/H7 (O6/H7 English or Irish) Computing SG138 7 3 271 itsligo.ie/SG138 2 Yes 107 Human Nutrition SG443 8 4 357 itsligo.ie/SG443 2 155
Computing SG102 6 2 190 itsligo.ie/SG102 2 Yes 107 Human Nutrition SG434 7 3 288 itsligo.ie/SG434 2,5 155
Level 6&7: Min Subjects 506/H7 (O6/H7 English or Irish)
Computer Networks and Cloud Infrastructure SG253 8 4 273 itsligo.ie/SG253 2 Yes 108
Computer Networks and Cloud Infrastructure SG137 7 3 244 itsligo.ie/SG137 2 Yes 108
Software Development SG252 8 4 300 itsligo.ie/SG252 2 Yes 111
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Software Development SG136 7 3 207 itsligo.ie/SG136 2 Yes 111
1. Maths Not Required Games Development SG131 7 3 168 itsligo.ie/SG131 2 Yes 112
2. Maths F2/O6/H7 Required Computing (Smart Technologies) SG251 8 4 289 itsligo.ie/SG251 2 Yes 114
Application Design and User Experience (UX) SG250 8 4 290 itsligo.ie/SG250 2 Yes 115
3. Maths O6/H7 Required
4. Maths H5 Required YEATS ACADEMY OF ARTS, DESIGN AND ARCHITECTURE
5. Garda Vetting Required Creative Design SG245 8 4 254 itsligo.ie/SG245 1 117
Creative Design SG232 7 3 207 itsligo.ie/SG232 1 117
6. Interview
Architecture SG347 8 5 345 itsligo.ie/SG347 3 118
Interior Architecture and Design SG348 8 3 400** itsligo.ie/SG348 3 120
Interior Architecture and Design SG331 7 3 213 itsligo.ie/SG331 2 121
CAO Points = 2019 Round 1 Points listed. Students were admitted at lower Fine Art (Restricted Entry) SG244 8 4 355** itsligo.ie/SG244 1,6 122
points than those published if places were available in subsequent rounds.
Fine Art (Restricted Entry) SG231 7 3 248** itsligo.ie/SG231 1,6 122
Writing and Literature SG249 8 3 279 itsligo.ie/SG249 1,5 124
Writing and Literature (Online) SG254 8 3 NEW itsligo.ie/SG254 1,5 124
** Points are awarded for portfolio and added to the Leaving Certificate points
Performing Arts SG241 8 4 279 itsligo.ie/SG241 1,5 Yes 127
Performing Arts (Acting) SG236 7 3 225 itsligo.ie/SG236 1,5 Yes 128
Performng Arts (Theatre Design) SG235 7 3 216 itsligo.ie/SG235 1,5 Yes 129
WHY CHOOSE
IT SLIGO
WELCOME TO 1ST
IT SLIGO
IN IRELAND FOR STUDENT TO
LECTURER RATIO ACROSS ALL
UNIVERSITIES AND INSTITUTES
OF TECHNOLOGY.*
*Good University Guide 2020
3RD
IT Sligo is an internationally recognised third-level college,
providing university level education with a reputation
that covers the globe.
IN IRELAND FOR INVESTMENT
IN FACILITIES ACROSS ALL
UNIVERSITIES AND INSTITUTES
OF TECHNOLOGY. *
*Good University Guide 2020
IT Sligo is an internationally recognised third-level college
providing university level education. Academically, IT Sligo
TOP
UNIVERSITY
5
students have access to the best facilities and the lecturers that
teach them come from industry, sharing the most relevant and
up-to-date skills. We nurture 21st century skills like curiosity,
initiative, grit, persistence, adaptability and leadership.
At IT Sligo, you will ‘LEARN MORE, LIVE MORE, BE MORE’. 96%
OF OUR GRADUATES’ SECURE
EMPLOYMENT OR CONTINUE
WITH FURTHER STUDY
STRAIGHT AFTER COLLEGE.*
*Graduate Outcome Survey, Class of 2018
90%
OF OUR COURSES INCLUDE
WORK PLACEMENT
STARTING PRICE
OF ACCOMMODATION IS
€ 56
PER WEEK WHICH MAKES SLIGO A
VERY AFFORDABLE PLACE TO LIVE
A TECHNOLOGICAL .
UNIVERSITY .
Do you want to graduate from a university?
GALWAY MAYO.
The new Technological University (TU) for the West and INSTITUTE OF.
North-West of Ireland will be one of the largest multi-
campus universities on the island, bringing together TECHNOLOGY.
students, enterprise and communities spanning a unique
geographical region in transition on the periphery of Europe
which has a predominantly dispersed rural population.
The TU will be a leader in the provision of access to LYIT
Higher Education by offering programmes from LYIT
DONEGAL
pre-degree to doctoral level on campus, online or as Killybegs
BELFAST
remote learning. As a TU, we will deepen
collaborative partnerships with Further and IT SLIGO
Higher Education institutions and organisations
in the public and private sectors. As one
entity, the new distinctive Technological GMIT
Mayo
University will act in a coherent manner
supporting the needs of enterprises, GMIT
Letterfrack
especially SMEs, across the region through
GMIT DUBLIN
collaborative research and enabling
INSTITUTE OF.
GMIT Mountbellew
Galway
technology transfer to support economic
GMIT
and social prosperity. It will provide research-
informed teaching and access to emerging
Centre for
Creative Arts
and Media
TECHNOLOGY.
technologies for all learners.
LIMERICK
SLIGO.
The TU will have the critical mass and academic
depth to attract, educate, nurture and retain
talent in the West, North-West and cross- WATERFORD
border region and will strengthen and
benefit our region socially, economically
and culturally. As a TU of scale, quality and CORK
impact, we will have greater capacity for
collaboration with international partners
and our graduates will have excellent
employment potential nationally
and internationally.
The Connacht Ulster Alliance (CUA) of GMIT, LYIT and IT Sligo has made significant progress towards
meeting the Technological University (TU) criteria, development of collaborative projects and preparations
for applying to be designated as a TU. The CUA plans to be in a position to submit its application,
subject to meeting the TU criteria, by the end of 2020.
LETTERKENNY.
INSTITUTE OF.
TECHNOLOGY.
WHERE WE ARE .
STUDENT
DUBLIN
3 Hours
STORIES
ENNISKILLEN
1 Hour
DERRY COLERAINE .
2 Hours
DERRY .
OMAGH
1.5 Hours
OMAGH .
DERRY DONEGAL .
2 Hours BELFAST .
BELFAST
2.5 Hours
SLIGO . ENNISKILLEN .
NEWRY
2.5 Hours NEWRY .
COLERAINE
2.75 Hours KNOCK .
INTERNATIONAL .
Each year we are proud to welcome a
new cohort of Northern Irish students.
“The CAO application was very simple, far simpler than
the UCAS application process, with no personal statement
AIRPORT . With a top-class education guaranteed, required. The fees are much less than in Northern Ireland too.
THE BEACH
10 Minutes 45 Minutes from Sligo a simple application process and When I attended an open day, I was made feel very welcome.
all the financial benefits that come I was amazed by the facilities and modern, sleek look of IT Sligo.
along with it – we can see why more The people here are all so friendly and I love living in Sligo.
DUBLIN . and more Northern Irish students are It’s a phenomenal place!
GALWAY . choosing IT Sligo.
CAITLYN REA, TYRONE
BSc Forensic Investigation and Analysis
“Aoffew people I knew who had studied in IT Sligo spoke very highly
it. There is only about 20 in our class so we get great access and
exposure to everything we are doing. I really enjoy living in Sligo.
LIMERICK . KILKENNY . There is a huge amount of student life in Sligo.
JAMES ALLEN, FERMANAGH
BEng in Mechatronic Engineering
“Itofound the application process easy. I was thankful I did not have
write another 4000 character statement! I like how the classes
sizes are small, as it allows more frequent one-to-one support.
CORK . I am thoroughly enjoying my course and everything outside of it.
Sligo is a great town for everything from nightlife to activities.
I joined a number of Clubs and Societies which was a great
way of meeting new people.
MATTHEW MURPHY, FERMANAGH
BSc (Hons) in Computing
THIS IS IT SLIGO
TOWN
CENTRE
10 MIN
5 MIN THE
CLARION
VILLAGE
8 MIN
THE GROVE
BENBULBEN STUDENT
THE COURT COMPLEX
BEACH
YEATS ACADEMY OF
KNOCKNAREA ART, DESIGN AND
ARENA STUDENT ARCHITECTURE
CENTRE
10 MIN FACULTY
OF ENGINEERING
AND DESIGN
FACULTY
FACULTY OF BUSINESS AND
OF SCIENCE SOCIAL SCIENCE
YEATS YEATS
LIBRARY VILLAGE
GATEWAY
APARTMENTS
MILLIGAN COURT
APARTMENTS
ARD NUA
UNI VILLAGE
ROOMS
SLIGO EVENT CALENDAR
EVENT DATE
WALKING FESTIVAL FEBRUARY
ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE MARCH
CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL MAY
BIG COUNTRY WEEKEND MAY
WILD ATLANTIC SEA SHANTY JUNE
SLIGO COUNTY JUNE
FLEADH CHEOIL
CÁIRDE FESTIVAL JULY
JAZZ PROJECT JULY
DISCOVER .
SLIGO RALLY STAGES JULY
FOOD PRIDE FESTIVAL AUGUST
There is something to suit every taste and budget in Sligo’s YEATS INTERNATIONAL AUGUST
SUMMER SCHOOL
thriving culinary scene. As an established “foodie destination”,
you will find everything from sushi, vegan and tapas to Mexican, WARRIORS RUN AUGUST
SLIGO .
Italian and Thai. A large selection of chain and independent WILD ROOTS AUGUST
MUSIC FESTIVAL
coffee shops are also waiting to be discovered.
FESTIVAL OF BAROQUE SEPTEMBER
MUSIC
NIGHTLIFE SLIGO LIVE OCTOBER
Sligo has every type of night out you can imagine. Whether you SCARECROW FESTIVAL OCTOBER
are looking for a traditional Irish pub or a trendy cocktail bar,
SO FUNNY SLIGO NOVEMBER
a live music venue or an energetic nightclub, there is something COMEDY FESTIVAL
to suit every mood. A ten-screen cinema has all the latest SPILT MILK FILM NOVEMBER
blockbusters whilst The Hawk’s Well Theatre, The Model and & ARTS FESTIVAL
Located along the Wild Atlantic Way, Sligo combines a vibrant . The Factory host a diverse range of arts and entertainment on CHRISTMAS MARKETS DECEMBER
a weekly basis.
urban centre with stunning natural beauty..
With an added community feel throughout, it’s easy to see why . SHOPPING
Sligo is such a popular student destination. . Known as the shopping capital of the Northwest, Sligo is home NATURE
to four shopping centres and retail parks. Independent shops
An amazing aspect of life in Sligo is that
are nestled in between popular high street brands, catering for
you get the best of both worlds. Just ten
everything from clothes to computers and vintage to vinyl.
minutes from the hustle and bustle of the
town centre is breathtaking nature. World
MUSIC class beaches include world class waves,
You can find up-and-coming acts and established artists at whilst the iconic Benbulben mountain
venues all around Sligo on a weekly basis. Lissadell House, is just one option when you want to get
which is set to become one of Ireland’s most important music away from it all. To read more about
venues, attracts crowds of 15,000 with world-class concerts. Sligo’s stunning scenery and abundance
Sligo Live and Sligo Jazz Festival are just some of the numerous of activities available, go to page 28.
festivals and concerts which take place throughout the year.
ARTS AND CULTURE “ One of my favourite places to film would
probably have been Sligo. It was just
The Model, home of the Niland Collection, is one of Ireland’s
leading contemporary arts centres. Dance, jazz, theatre and the most jaw-dropping entrance to
comedy are some of the events hosted by The Hawk’s Well any place I’ve ever experienced.
Theatre, The Model and The Factory. Famous for its connection When you see Benbulben in the distance,
to WB Yeats, Sligo is a hub for literary events and home of the it’s just immense.
Yeats Society. The Coleman Irish Music Centre is a celebration
DAISY EDGAR-JONES
of Irish music, culture and heritage. For those looking to get
Plays Marianne in Normal People
outside, there are over 5,000 archaeological sites to discover.
STUDENT VILLAGES
ACCOMMODATION .
Uni Rooms
www.unirooms.ie
Benbulben Court Apartments
www.benbulbencourt.ie
For many students, Sligo will become a home
Clarion Village
away from home for the next few years. www.thevillageclarion.com
Therefore, finding the right accommodation Gateway
is really important. www.gatewayapartments.ie
www.winterspm.com/gateway
The Grove Student Complex
www.thegrovesligo.ie
Milligan Court
Student Accommodation
www.milligancourt.ie
Yeats Village
www.yeatsvillage.net
Ard Nua
www.ardnua.com
With a diverse and plentiful range
of options available, Sligo has
THAT EXTRA TOUCH TYPES OF..
ACCOMMODATION..
There are some extras that make accommodation in Sligo
the perfect accommodation to suit
that bit more special. The Student Union organise a free bus
every individual.
from campus to a local supermarket every Monday evening so
students can do their weekly shop. Some student villages offer
MAKING MEMORIES free return shuttle buses to the train and bus station which will STUDENT VILLAGES
save on taxis and walking. A laundry service where you drop There are seven purpose-built student villages located around
Sligo is renowned for its sense of off your laundry and collect it the next day fresh and folded is IT Sligo. All are within one to 12 minutes’ walking distance.
community. It is a safe, friendly and fun available. Some accommodation villages offer smart TV’s and These self-catering student villages have been designed with STARTING PRICE
place to live. This community feel gives free Netflix. Healthy, subsidised meals at any of our on-campus OF ACCOMMODATION IS
the needs of the student in mind.
a uniquely supportive environment. cafes and restaurants mean students don’t always have to cook.
Students will quickly form friendships
and make memories that will last DIGS
a lifetime.
CAMPUS, CITY OR COAST This can be a popular choice with students who are moving
The Sligo City bus service stops on campus over 30 times a day away from home for the first time. Digs is when a student lives
which gives students more options when it comes to where to with a local family in their home. The benefit here is that all
live. Some choose to live close to the campus. Others choose meals are provided also. PER WEEK WHICH MAKES
City Centre accommodation in the hustle and bustle of cafes, SLIGO A VERY AFFORDABLE
PLACE TO LIVE
restaurants, shops and nightlife. Some opt for the coastal PRIVATE RENT
towns of Strandhill and Rosses Point with their stunning
The area around the college has an excellent selection of private
natural beauty.
apartments and houses. This is organised through private
landlords and can be popular amongst students wishing to live
AFFORDABILITY with friends.
The cost of student accommodation is so much more affordable
compared to many of Ireland’s other college towns and cities. A
“Living
cost of a twin room starts at €56 per week whilst a single room
in a student village in first year was great for
is €63. The savings mean you can enjoy your student life without
making friends. There is an amazing community feel
worrying it will break the bank.
STEPHEN O’HEHIR
BBs in Business Administration
EVENTS & CAMPAIGNS
THE .
FRESHERS’ WEEK
A WEEK FULL OF ON-CAMPUS AND OFF-
CAMPUS EVENTS TO HELP YOU SETTLE
STUDENTS’ .
INTO COLLEGE LIFE.
FRESHERS’ BBQ
UNION .
A GREAT WAY TO MEET OTHER FIRST YEARS.
DAY AT THE RACES
GET THE GLAD RAGS ON AND SPEND A
DAY AT SLIGO RACECOURSE FOR THE
STUDENT RACE DAY.
SILENT DISCO
JUST ONE OF THE MANY ENTERTAINMENT
NIGHTS THE STUDENT UNION ORGANISE.
The IT Sligo Students’ Union (ITSSU)
SHIFT
is a democratic organisation run by students (SEXUAL HEALTH IN FIRST TERM)
for students. Once you join IT Sligo you automatically & SHAG
become a member of the Students’ Union. (SEXUAL HEALTH AND GUIDANCE)
WHILE THE STUDENTS’ UNION MAKE SURE
THIS A FUN WEEK, THEY ALSO COVER VERY
IMPORTANT TOPICS SUCH AS CONSENT
AND PROTECTION.
MENTAL HEALTH WEEKS
Whilst they organise lots of CALL IN OR HANG OUT SEVERAL MENTAL HEALTH WEEKS
fun events throughout the year, TAKE PLACE THROUGHOUT THE YEAR
The Students’ Union office is located in the Student Services HIGHLIGHTING SUPPORTS AVAILABLE,
they are also a valuable support
center. You can drop in to the office if you need someone to talk COPING SKILLS AND THAT IT IS OK NOT
to students who may be having
to, need some advice or want to raise any concerns you have TO BE OK.
issues. They represent you,
– their door is always open. Not only that, there is also a cool
support you and make sure RAINBOW WEEK
hang-out space with pool tables, sofas and a place to charge
you have an unforgettable WORKSHOPS AND EVENTS TO
your phone. In this building you will also find the Students’ Union
college experience. CELEBRATE ALL LGBTQI+ STUDENTS.
shop which has food and supplies at reduced prices.
EXAM DE-STRESS WEEKS
STUDENT VOICE AND SUPPORT FREE FRUIT AND WATER IN THE LIBRARY
AS WELL AS HANDY TIPS AND TRICKS
The Students’ Union is a representative voice and source of
FOR STUDYING.
support for all students. The President attends important
college meetings to ensure that students are the focus of STUDENT GALA BALLS
AWARD every decision made. The Welfare Officer focuses on campaigns
to improve every students physical and mental wellbeing
ANOTHER CHANCE TO GET THE GLAD RAGS
ON AND GET GLAMMED UP. THE STUDENTS’
WINNING alongside assisting with any accommodation issues. UNION RUN NUMEROUS BALLS FROM THE
CLUBS & SOCIETIES BALL TO INDIVIDUAL
The Education Officer can help with any concerns you FACULTY BALL.
may have with your course, timetable or modules.
VICE PRESIDENT OF ITSSU 2020
TARA REILLY REPRESENT YOUR CLASS
WINNER OF 2 AWARDS You could become your class representative. Class reps are
MENTAL HEALTH the spokesperson for each individual class and are elected by
ACTIVIST OF THE YEAR their fellow classmates. They are the first point of contact for
the Student Union and IT Sligo departments. Class reps acquire SLIGO’S ONLY
MENTAL HEALTH
CAMPAIGN OF THE YEAR lots of new skills such as negotiation, organisation, leadership
#LIFTINGTHESILENCE and advocacy.
IS LOCATED IN THE
STUDENT UNION BUILDING
ON CAMPUSSPORT
FACILITIES
We have made significant investment in our sporting .
facilities over the last number of years. This has resulted .
in the state of the art facilities we see on campus today. .
With access available seven days a week, keeping active .
has never been easier. .
INDOOR
At the centre of our facilities is the Knocknarea Arena. This
sporting hub is where you will find our multi-purpose sports
hall, state-of-the-art fitness suite and specialised exercise
studios. Students can also avail of free fitness consultations
and personalised exercise programmes with a member of our
qualified fitness team.
OUTDOOR
We have an International standard eight-lane tartan-surface
running track with throwing and jumping facilities. Our newly
developed 3g Astro turf pitch is fully floodlit and FIFA approved.
We also have three floodlit grass pitches – A championship
standard pitch for GAA and Rugby, FAI certified Soccer pitch and
a high-quality training pitch. An outdoor gym is located along
the campus walking trail, Sli na Sláinte.
NEAR OUR DOOR
Off-campus, students can avail of various sporting facilities
at heavily discounted rates. The Clayton Hotel, just a 2 minute
walk from IT Sligo, provides access to a swimming pool, sauna,
steam room and jacuzzi. Or for the more competitive swimmer,
Sligo Regional Sports Centre has a 25m indoor heated
swimming pool. A five-minute drive from campus is Sligo Tennis
Club - home to six outdoor floodlit Omni courts, an indoor tennis
court, five badminton courts and four squash courts.OUR NATURAL.
FACILITIES .
SAND AND SEA
Strandhill and Rosses Point beaches are located just a
10-minute drive from IT Sligo and are part of Sligo Town’s
bus route. Here you will find an array of water sports such
as surfing, windsurfing or the more relaxing SUP boarding.
The North West is renowned for having some of the best waves
in the world! Both seaside towns are also home to 18-hole links
golf courses – challenging courses, distracting beauty!
TREKS AND TRAILS
If walking, hill walking or mountain climbing take your fancy
IT Sligo’s stunning location along the Wild Atlantic Way . then look no further. Sligo’s rural landscape includes the
lends itself to some breathtaking natural facilities . world-famous Benbulben Mountain, the Queen Maeve trail on
Knocknarea, woodland walks such as Hazelwood and Slish
that few, if any, colleges can boast. . Wood, megalithic sites in Carrowkeel, the beautiful wilderness
of the Ox Mountains and so much more. Cycling trails vary from
easy to difficult providing the perfect setting for a challenging
circuit or a recovery ride. Equestrian enthusiasts or beginners
can benefit from numerous riding stables close to the IT Sligo
campus - all accompanied by beach or countryside treks.
RIVERS AND LAKES
The Garavogue River and Lough Gill provide complete opposites
for our keen kayakers – rapid or relaxing, the choice is yours.
For those looking to get away from it all, angling options
are plentiful. Sea, river or lake – we just hope your catch
is as prolific!
SLIGO IS NAMED THE
SURF COAST OF THE
WILD ATLANTIC WAY
FOR GOOD REASON. WHAT MAKES SLIGO SO POPULAR FOR
SURFING IS THAT IT HAS THE MOST CONSISTENT SWELL
OF ANYWHERE IN EUROPE. ITS SURF IS WORLD-FAMOUS!APPLICATION.
PROCESS.
AND FEES.
The application process is very straight forward with no personal statement required, ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FEES
whilst the fees are much cheaper than those in Northern Ireland and the UK. Applicants must have a recognised At €3000 per year, the student contribution fee is significantly
award at Level 3 on the UK framework less than in Northern Ireland and the UK.
APPLYING OFFERS of qualifications. GCE AS and A Level,
NVQ Level 3, Advanced Diplomas and GRANTS
Applications open on November 5th and If you are entitled to an offer you will be sent an e-mail and
Vocational Qualifications Level 3 are Northern Irish students can apply for a fee grant through SUSI
are made through the CAO. Applicants SMS text message from the CAO. Offers will also be available
recognised qualifications for entry to (Student Universal Support Ireland). SUSI are Ireland’s awarding
can choose up to 20 different courses. on the CAO website. You may check for and accept offers on the
Year One at IT Sligo. For a more in depth authority for further education grants. Unlike student loans, fee
These can be amended or rearranged website before the acceptance closing date. There are several
look at entry requirements please go to grants do not have to be paid back. For more information see
up until July 1st. For more information offer rounds which usually take place from early August. For
the back of this guide. www.susi.ie
or to apply visit www.cao.ie Click on the more information on which offer round you will be in, please
Downloads button on the CAO webpage contact the CAO or admissions@itsligo.ie
LOANS
to view a very informative PDF called
Applying to the CAO (GCE applicants). IMPORTANT DATES
There are several important dates when it comes to applying.
FEES Students can also apply to the Student Loans Company for
a student-contribution loan. You may also be entitled to a
ORDER OF PREFERENCE Also, the earlier you submit your application the cheaper it is! ARE AT LEAST maintenance loan which will help towards your living costs. For
more information see www.studentfinanceni.co.uk
35%
It is very important that applicants state
their course choices in order of genuine CAO Application Process Opens Late Application Closing Date
preference. If you are not successful in 5 November at 12:00pm 1 May at 5.15pm (€60 Online Fee)
your first choice you may still get a place
CHEAPER
in one of your lower preferences. If you Early Online Application Statement of Application
Closing Date Sent to all applicants by the end
are entitled to an offer, you will be offered 20 January at 5:15pm (€30 Fee) of May
the highest preference that you are THAN IN NORTHERN
entitled to. Normal Application Closing Date Change of Mind Closing Date IRELAND AND THE UK*
1 February at 5:15pm (€45 Fee) 1 July at 5.15pm *Based on August 2020 exchange ratesPROGRAMME .
PROGRESSION .
ROUTES .
YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR 4 POSTGRAD
LEVEL 9 &10
BUSINESS
SG141 LEVEL 8 BACHELOR OF BUSINESS (HONOURS) (COMMON ENTRY) CHOOSE SPECIALITY YEAR 4
» BUSINESS » FINANCE
» MARKETING » HRM
FACULTY OF
SG536 LEVEL 7 BACHELOR OF BUSINESS (COMMON ENTRY) ADD ON OPTION
BBS (HONOURS) IN CHOSEN SPECIALITY
LEVEL 10 PHD OPTIONS AVAILABLE
» BUSINESS » FINANCE
LEVEL 9 TAUGHT MASTERS &
BUSINESS AND
» MARKETING » HRM
MASTERS BY RESEARCH OR
SG101 LEVEL 6 HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN BUSINESS ADD ON OPTION ADD ON OPTION
(COMMON ENTRY) PROGRESS TO BBS (HONOURS) IN CHOSEN SPECIALITY
YEAR 3 » BUSINESS » FINANCE
SOCIAL SCIENCES
LEVEL 7 BBS » MARKETING » HRM
SG103 LEVEL 6 HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN BUSINESS ADD ON OPTION ADD ON OPTION
(ONLINE) LEVEL 7 BBS BBS (HONOURS) IN CHOSEN SPECIALITY
BUSINESS » BUSINESS » FINANCE
» MARKETING » HRM
SG535 LEVEL 7 BACHELOR OF BUSINESS IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION ADD ON OPTION
LEVEL 8 BBS (HONOURS)
SG145 LEVEL 8 BACHELOR OF ARTS (HONOURS) IN BUSINESS & ICT
SG146 LEVEL 8 BACHELOR OF ARTS (HONOURS) IN ACCOUNTING
MARKETING, TOURISM & SPORT
SG147 LEVEL 8 BACHELOR OF BUSINESS (HONOURS)
IN SPORT WITH BUSINESS
MODERN LEARNING MORE THAN JUST A DEGREE SG142 LEVEL 8 BACHELOR OF BUSINESS (HONOURS) IN INTERNATIONAL MARKETING WITH FRENCH
LEVEL 10 PHD OPTIONS AVAILABLE
The faculty building has been renovated A wide range of programmes are on offer from Level 6 Higher SG144 LEVEL 8 BACHELOR OF BUSINESS (HONOURS) IN INTERNATIONAL MARKETING WITH SPANISH
LEVEL 9 TAUGHT MASTERS &
MASTERS BY RESEARCH OR
recently to a modern finish. The space Certificate awards to Level 10 PhD doctorate awards. Many SG148 LEVEL 8 BACHELOR OF BUSINESS (HONOURS) TOURISM WITH EVENT MANAGEMENT
is bright and contemporary, offering of our programmes provide professional accreditations, SG135 LEVEL 7 BACHELOR OF BUSINESS IN TOURISM WITH ADD ON OPTION
EVENT MANAGEMENT PROGRESS TO YEAR 4 LEVEL 8
the space & facilities to encourage professional exam exemptions, additional external qualifications BBS (HONS) IN TOURISM WITH
study and collaboration. Our lecturers and numerous progression routes into professional careers. EVENT MANAGEMENT
are passionate and engaging. They are With strong research resources in the faculty, our students are SG537 LEVEL 7 BACHELOR OF BUSINESS IN ADD ON OPTION
experts in their field; combining academic supported at every level. MARKETING & SALES BBS (HONS) IN MARKETING
theory with their industry experience in SG134 LEVEL 7 BACHELOR OF BUSINESS APPLIED SPORT WITH BUSINESS ADD ON OPTION
the class. EXTERNAL ENGAGEMENT BBS (HONOURS) IN CHOSEN SPECIALITY
» SPORT WITH BUSINESS » BUSINESS
Our faculty values its strong links with industry and » MARKETING » HRM
professional bodies. Programme teams are engaged with SOCIAL SCIENCES
“ Half of our class had a job lined
up before we even finished our
industry and the community to ensure the continued relevance
of our programmes and the employability of our graduates.
SG243 LEVEL 8 BACHELOR OF ARTS (HONOURS) IN SOCIAL CARE PRACTICE
LEVEL 9 TAUGHT MASTERS
& MASTERS BY RESEARCH
final semester thanks to the Work placement and project work allow students to put the SG242 LEVEL 8 BACHELOR OF ARTS (HONOURS) IN EARLY CHILDHOOD CARE & EDUCATION
OPTIONS AVAILABLE
support we gotfrom lecturers. theory into practice and learn soft skills such as working as a
OR LEVEL 10 PHD
They are passionate and want team and communicating effectively. SG247 LEVEL 8 BACHELOR OF ARTS (HONOURS)
”
IN ENGLISH & PSYCHOLOGY
to see us all succeed.
STUDY ABROAD SG248 LEVEL 8 BACHELOR OF ARTS (HONOURS) IN SOCIOLOGY & POLITICS
KEELAN - LONGFORD
We offer opportunities for our students to study abroad or take
BA (HONS) ACCOUNTING NEW LEVEL 8 BACHELOR OF ARTS (HONOURS) IN LAW & BUSINESS
a work placement abroad as part of their study. Often funded,
– GRADUATED 2019
students can improve their language, communication and
TRAINEE ACCOUNTANT WITH adaptability skills, while gaining confidence and independence in
KBG ACCOUNTANTS a new environment and culture.PROGRAMME .
PROGRESSION .
ROUTES .
YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR 4 YEAR 5 POSTGRAD
LEVEL
9 & 10
ENGINEERING
SG341 LEVEL 8 BENG (HONS) YEAR 2 - CHOOSE STREAM
GENERAL » ELECTRONIC & SELF DRIVING TECHNOLOGY
ENGINEERING » ROBOTICS AND AUTOMATION » MECHANICAL » CIVIL
(COMMON
ENTRY)
FACULTY OF
SG330 LEVEL 7 BENG SEMESTER 2 - CHOOSE STREAM ADD ON OPTION
GENERAL » CIVIL TO PROGRESS TO LEVEL 8
ENGINEERING » ELECTRONIC IN CHOSEN STREAM
ENGINEERING
(COMMON » MECHANICAL
ENTRY) » MECHATRONIC
» PRECISION
SG300 LEVEL 6 HIGHER SEMESTER 2 - ADD ON ADD ON OPTION
AND DESIGN
CERTIFICATE CHOOSE OPTION TO PROGRESS TO LEVEL 8
GENERAL STREAM TO PROGRESS IN CHOSEN STREAM
ENGINEERING » CIVIL TO LEVEL 7
(COMMON » ELECTRONIC IN CHOSEN
ENTRY) » MECHANICAL STREAM
» MECHATRONIC
» PRECISION
SG349 LEVEL 8 BENG (HONS) OPTION TO CHANGE STREAM IN YEAR 2
ELECTRONICS » ELECTRONIC & SELF DRIVING TECHNOLOGY
AND SELF » ROBOTICS AND AUTOMATION
DRIVING » MECHANICAL
TECHNOLOGIES » CIVIL
(COMMON
ENTRY)
LEVEL 10 PHD OPTIONS AVAILABLE
SG337 LEVEL 7 BENG ELECTRONIC AND COMPUTER ENGINEERING ADD ON OPTION
LEVEL 9 TAUGHT MASTERS &
MASTERS BY RESEARCH OR
PUTTING THE A OUR STUDENTS ARE HIGHLY SOUGHT (COMMON ENTRY - OPTION TO CHANGE STREAM
IN YEAR 2)
ELECTRONIC & COMPUTER
ENGINEERING LEVEL 8
IN STEAM AFTER WITHIN INDUSTRY SG350 LEVEL 8 BENG (HONS) ROBOTICS AND AUTOMATION (COMMON ENTRY)
Traditionally Science, Technology, We are constantly staying on top of new developments across SG334 LEVEL 7 BENG MECHATRONIC ENGINEERING ADD ON OPTION
Engineering and Maths (STEM) have art, design, computing and engineering so students learn the (COMMON ENTRY) MECHATRONIC ENGINEERING LEVEL 8
OR ROBOTICS & AUTOMATION
worked side by side. We are pushing skills needed. Our students benefit from the latest cutting-edge LEVEL 8
the growing trend of including Arts trends and practical experience on campus and on SG344 LEVEL 8 BENG (HONS) MECHANICAL ENGINEERING (COMMON ENTRY)
into this acronym. We understand that work placements and community-lead projects throughout SG333 LEVEL 7 BENG MECHANICAL ENGINEERING ADD ON OPTION
all these disciplines require creativity the faculty. (COMMON ENTRY) MECHANICAL ENGINEERING LEVEL
and innovation and we want to explore OR PRECISION ENGINEERING
the link between them with our unique AWARD-WINNING FOR LEVEL 8
programme range. INNOVATIVE DESIGNS SG336 LEVEL 7 BENG PRECISION ENGINEERING AND DESIGN
(COMMON ENTRY)
ADD ON OPTION
PRECISION ENGINEERING LEVEL 8
Students from across our faculty have been shortlisted and SG342 LEVEL 8 BENG (HONS) CIVIL ENGINEERING (COMMON ENTRY)
won many awards across the various both on a national and SG338 LEVEL 7 BENG CIVIL ENGINEERING (COMMON ENTRY) TWO YEAR ADD ON OPTION
international stage. LEVEL 8 CIVIL ENGINEERING
“
SG343 LEVEL 8 BSC (HONS) QUANTITY SURVEYING
I met with Amazon at the IT MORE THAN JUST A DEGREE SG339 LEVEL 7 BSC QUANTITY SURVEYING ADD ON OPTION
Sligo Careers Fair, after which A wide range of programmes are on offer from Level 6 Higher QUANTITY SURVEYING LEVEL 8
I received a job offer as a Graduate Certificate awards to Level 10 PhD doctorate awards. Many SG346 LEVEL 8 BSC (HONS) CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND APPLIED TECHNOLOGY
Cloud Support Associate before of our programmes provide professional accreditations and SG332 LEVEL 7 BSC ADVANCED WOOD AND SUSTAINABLE ADD ON OPTION
I had finished my studies. My progression routes into professional careers. BUILDING TECHNOLOGY CONSTRUCTION PROJECT
starting salary was €44,600. ” SG308 LEVEL 6 HIGHER CERTIFICATE ADD ON
MANAGEMENT LEVEL 8
ADD ON OPTION
MATTHEW MCMEEKIN APPLIED CONSTRUCTION OPTION CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MGT LEVEL 8
TECHNOLOGY ADV WOOD &
BSC (HONS) IN COMPUTER NETWORKS SUSTAINABLE
AND CLOUD INFRASTRUCTURE, 2019 BUILDING
TECHNOLOGY
LEVEL 7YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR 4 POSTGRAD
LEVEL
9 & 10
COMPUTING
SG246 LEVEL 8 BSC (HONS) YEAR 2 - CHOOSE STREAM
COMPUTING » GENERAL COMPUTING » APP DESIGN & UX » NETWORKS & CLOUD
(COMMON ENTRY) » SMART TECHNOLOGIES » SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT
SG138 LEVEL 7 BSC COMPUTING YEAR 2 - CHOOSE STREAM ADD ON OPTION
(COMMON ENTRY) » GENERAL COMPUTING TO PROGRESS TO LEVEL 8
» APP DESIGN & UX IN CHOSEN STREAM
» NETWORKS & CLOUD
» SMART TECHNOLOGIES
» SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT
» GAMES DEVELOPMENT
SG102 LEVEL 6 HIGHER YEAR 2 - ADD ON ADD ON OPTION
CERTIFICATE CHOOSE STREAM OPTION TO PROGRESS TO LEVEL 8
COMPUTING » GENERAL TO PROGRESS IN CHOSEN STREAM
LEVEL 10 PHD OPTIONS AVAILABLE
(COMMON ENTRY) COMPUTING TO LEVEL 7 IN
LEVEL 9 TAUGHT MASTERS &
» APP DESIGN & UX CHOSEN STREAM
MASTERS BY RESEARCH OR
» NETWORKS
& CLOUD
» SMART
TECHNOLOGIES
» SOFTWARE
DEVELOPMENT
» GAMES
DEVELOPMENT
SG253 LEVEL 8 BSC (HONS) COMPUTER NETWORKING AND CLOUD INFRASTRUCTURE (COMMON ENTRY)
SG137 LEVEL 7 BSC COMPUTER NETWORKING AND CLOUD INFRASTRUCTURE ADD ON OPTION
(COMMON ENTRY) TO PROGRESS TO YEAR 4
OF LEVEL 8
SG252 LEVEL 8 BSC (HONS) SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT (COMMON ENTRY)
SG136 LEVEL 7 BSC SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT (COMMON ENTRY) ADD ON OPTION
TO PROGRESS TO LEVEL 8
SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT
SG131 LEVEL 7 BSC GAMES DEVELOPMENT (COMMON ENTRY) ADD ON OPTION
TO PROGRESS TO LEVEL 8
SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT
SG251 LEVEL 8 BSC (HONS) COMPUTING (SMART TECHNOLOGIES) (COMMON ENTRY)
SG250 LEVEL 8 BA (HONS) APPLICATION DESIGN AND USER EXPERIENCE (COMMON ENTRY)
YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR 4 YEAR 5 POSTGRAD
LEVEL
9 & 10
YEATS ACADEMY OF ARTS, DESIGN & ARCHITECTURE (YAADA)
SG245 LEVEL 8 BA (HONS) CREATIVE DESIGN
SG232 LEVEL 7 BA CREATIVE DESIGN ADD ON OPTION
TO PROGRESS TO
YEAR 4 OF LEVEL 8
SG347 LEVEL 8 BARCH (HONS) ARCHITECTURE
SG348 LEVEL 8 BA (HONS) INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN
SG331 LEVEL 7 BA INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN ADD ON OPTION
TO PROGRESS TO
YEAR 4 OF LEVEL 8
SG244 LEVEL 8 BA (HONS) FINE ART
SG231 LEVEL 7 BA FINE ART ADD ON OPTION
TO PROGRESS TO
YEAR 4 OF LEVEL 8
SG249 LEVEL 8 BA (HONS) WRITING AND LITERATURE
(ON CAMPUS)
SG254 LEVEL 8 BA (HONS) WRITING AND LITERATURE (ONLINE)
SG241 LEVEL 8 BA (HONS) PERFORMING ARTS
SG236 LEVEL 7 BA PERFORMING ARTS (ACTING) (COMMON ENTRY) ADD ON OPTION
TO PROGRESS TO
YEAR 4 OF LEVEL 8
SG235 LEVEL 7 BA PERFORMING ARTS (THEATRE DESIGN) (COMMON ENTRY) ADD ON OPTION
TO PROGRESS TO
YEAR 4 OF LEVEL 8PROGRAMME .PROGRESSION ROUTES .
FACULTY OF YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR 4 POSTGRAD
LEVEL 9 &10
SCIENCE
GENERAL SCIENCE
SG444 LEVEL 8 BSC (HONS) YEAR 2 - CHOOSE STREAM
LEVEL 9 TAUGHT MASTERS AND
GENERAL SCIENCE » ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE WITH ECOLOGY » OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY & HEALTH
MASTERS BY RESEARCH OR
COMMON ENTRY) » BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE » PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCE WITH DRUG DEVELOPMENT
OPTIONS AVAILABLE
SG401 LEVEL 6 HIGHER CERTIFICATE YEAR 2 - ADD ON OPTION ADD ON OPTION
GENERAL SCIENCE CHOOSE STREAM PROGRESS TO PROGRESS TO LEVEL 8
LEVEL 10 PHD
(COMMON ENTRY) » ENV. SCIENCE LEVEL 7 IN CHOSEN IN CHOSEN STREAM
WITH ECOLOGY STREAM
» OCCUPATIONAL
SAFETY&HEALTH
» BIOMEDICAL
SCIENCE
» PHARMACEUTICAL
SCIENCE WITH
DRUG DVLPMT
YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR 4 POSTGRAD
LEVEL 9 &10
LIFE SCIENCE
SG449 LEVEL 8 BSC (HONS) MEDICAL BIOTECHNOLOGY
MASTERS BY RESEARCH
SG436 LEVEL 7 BSC BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE ADD ON OPTION
OPTIONS AVAILABLE
OR LEVEL 10 PHD
LEVEL 9 TAUGHT
MEDICAL BIOTECHNOLOGY
MASTERS AND
LEVEL 8
SG445 LEVEL 8 BSC (HONS) PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCE WITH DRUG DEVELOPMENT
SG431 LEVEL 7 BSC PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCE WITH DRUG DEVELOPMENT ADD ON OPTION
PROGRESS TO LEVEL 8
SG448 LEVEL 8 BSC (HONS) FORENSIC INVESTIGATION AND ANALYSIS
SG437 LEVEL 7 BSC FORENSIC INVESTIGATION AND ANALYSIS ADD ON OPTION
PROGRESS TO LEVEL 8
YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR 4 POSTGRAD
LEVEL 9 &10
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
SG450 LEVEL 8 BSC (HONS) ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE WITH ECOLOGY
SG439 LEVEL 7 BSC ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE WITH ECOLOGY ADD ON OPTION
With over 1,100 students across our CAREER READY PROGRESS TO YEAR 4
LEVEL 10 PHD OPTIONS AVAILABLE
LEVEL 8
LEVEL 9 TAUGHT MASTERS AND
science programmes, our Faculty of
MASTERS BY RESEARCH OR
We focus on hands-on skills, work experience and competencies SG404 LEVEL 6 HIGHER CERTIFICATE ENVIRONMENTAL ADD ON OPTION ADD ON OPTION
Science is one of the largest science SCIENCE WITH ECOLOGY PROGRESS TO PROGRESS TO YEAR 4
that employers are seeking so that our graduates are career- YEAR 3 LEVEL 7 LEVEL 8
schools outside Dublin and the central
ready on their first day at work. We offer an excellent learning SG446 LEVEL 8 BSC (HONS) APPLIED ARCHAEOLOGY
hub for innovation at the college. SG438 LEVEL 7 BSC APPLIED ARCHAEOLOGY ADD ON OPTION
environment in our recently refurbished science building with
We provide cutting-edge technologies, PROGRESS TO YEAR 4
field trips, site visits and interactive modules. LEVEL 8
state-of-the-art laboratories, and work G403 LEVEL 6 HIGHER CERTIFICATE APPLIED ADD ON OPTION ADD ON OPTION
closely within industry to bring the latest ARCHAEOLOGY PROGRESS TO PROGRESS TO YEAR 4
research and developments into LATEST CONTENT YEAR 3 LEVEL 7 LEVEL 8
SG442 LEVEL 8 BSC (HONS) OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH
our programmes. Each course has been carefully designed and regularly updated SG433 LEVEL 7 BSC OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADD ON OPTION
to ensure that our students meet the highest level of academic PROGRESS TO YEAR 4
LEVEL 8
standards and training sought by employers on both a national
and international scale. YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR 4 POSTGRAD
LEVEL 9 &10
OPPORTUNITY TO SUCCEED HEALTH SCIENCE
“ I enjoy the hands-on aspect of
the course. I get a better
We keep our class numbers to a minimum, this ensures
students have the opportunity to engage with their lecturer and
SG530 LEVEL 7 BSC HEALTH AND MEDICAL INFORMATION SCIENCE (ONLINE) ADD ON OPTION
PROGRESS TO YEAR 4
LEVEL 8
understanding of the theory
LEVEL 10 PHD OPTIONS AVAILABLE
LEVEL 9 TAUGHT MASTERS AND
fellow classmates and are supported throughout their learning. SG447 LEVEL 8 BSC (HONS) HEALTH SCIENCE AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
behind a method or piece of
MASTERS BY RESEARCH OR
SG435 LEVEL 7 BSC HEALTH SCIENCE AND PHYSIOLOGY ADD ON OPTION
We offer a wide range of programmes from Level 6 Higher
equipment when I see it happen. HEALTH SCIENCE & PHYSICAL
Certificate awards to Level 10 PhD doctorate awards. Many
”
ACTIVITY LEVEL 8 OR
When I do lab work, it just clicks. PUBLIC HEALTH & HEALTH
of our programmes provide professional accreditations and PROMOTION LEVEL 8
ALANNAH - DONEGAL progression routes into professional careers. SG406 LEVEL 6 HIGHER CERTIFICATE HEALTH ADD ON OPTION ADD ON OPTION
AND EXERCISE SCIENCE HEALTH SCIENCE HEALTH SCIENCE & PHYSICAL
BSC (HONS) PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCE AND PHYSIOLOGY ACTIVITY LEVEL 8 OR
WITH DRUG DEVELOPMENT - YEAR 4 LEVEL 7 PUBLIC HEALTH & HEALTH
PROMOTION LEVEL 8
SG443 LEVEL 8 BSC (HONS) HUMAN NUTRITION
SG434 LEVEL 7 BSC HUMAN NUTRITION ADD ON OPTION
PROGRESS TO YEAR 4
LEVEL 8COMMON ENTRY ROUTES
FACULTY OF FACULTY OF
FACULTY OF
BUSINESS AND ENGINEERING
SCIENCE
SOCIAL SCIENCES AND DESIGN
BUSINESS ENGINEERING SCIENCE
SG141 LEVEL 8 SG341 LEVEL 8 SG444 LEVEL 8
SG401 LEVEL 6
Business Civil
Finance Electronic & Self Environmental Science
Marketing Driving Technologies with Ecology
HRM Mechanical Occupational Safety
Robotics & Automation & Health
Biomedical Science
APPLIED SPORT
WITH BUSINESS ENGINEERING Medical Biotechnology
Pharmaceucial Science
with Drug Development
SG134 LEVEL 7 SG330 LEVEL 7
SG300 LEVEL 6
HEALTH SCIENCE
Sport with Business
Business Civil & PHYSIOLOGY
Marketing Electronic
HRM Mechanical SG435 LEVEL 7
Mechatronic
Precision Public Health &
Health Promotion
COMPUTING Health Science &
Physical Activity
SG246 LEVEL 8
SG138 LEVEL 7
SG102 LEVEL 6 “ Taking up the opportunity to
travel around different parts
General Computing
App Design & UX of Spain has given me so many
Networks & Cloud memories and helped me grow
Smart Technologies
Software Development
mentally and emotionally. If I
Games Development had the chance to do this all over
(Level 6 & 7) again, I would in a heartbeat. ”
PERFORMING ARTS SWET MEI TIANG
BBs INTERNATIONAL MARKETING & LANGUAGES
SG241 LEVEL 8 (SPANISH), 2020
SG235/236 LEVEL 7
Acting
Theatre DesignTHE YEATS .
LIBRARY .
Located in the heart of the campus, the recently refurbished
Yeats Library is an architectural space with student focus
at the core of its design. Spread over three floors, this world-class
facility provides all the resources a student needs to excel
in their programme of study. Open seven days a week from early
morning until late night, there are no excuses for not
getting stuck into some study!
QUIET ZONE (TOP LEVEL)
A traditional library area for focused study. Individual study
spaces and a strict no talking policy make it the perfect place
to go when you don’t want to be distracted.
24/7
INFO ZONE (CENTRE LEVEL)
ONLINE ACCESS
Experienced library staff at the information desk are here
to help with all your queries. This zone has networked PCs,
printing and photocopying services, books journals and so
much more. You can even rent DVDs – it is important to
unwind after all!
LEARNING ZONE (LOWER LEVEL)
700+
An open-plan study area with a choice of seating options WORKSPACES
make it a very flexible workspace. An ideal location to
plug in your laptop or sit and discuss group projects
with your friends.
70,000+
140,000+ PRINTED BOOKS
E-BOOKS AND E-JOURNALSACCESS OFFICE ADMISSIONS OFFICE
If you have special learning needs, a The Admissions Office provide ongoing
disability or any circumstances which support in areas such as admissions,
might need individual consideration, our registration, grants, fees and
Access Office is here to help. Alongside examinations. With an on-campus office
coordinating these services, the Access open from Monday to Friday plus options
Office also deals with financial supports to contact them through phone or email,
STUDENT
such as The Student Assistance Fund staff are always on hand to help with any
and The 1916 Bursary Fund. Additional queries you may have.
supports for our Higher Education Access
Route (HEAR) and Disability Access Route COUNSELLING
SUPPORTS
(DARE) applicants are also organised Our Professional Counselling Service
through this office. Find out more about is free-of-charge to all students. The
HEAR and DARE on page 163. service gives individuals the opportunity
to explore any issue which may be
LEARNING SUPPORT impacting on their mental health and
Our Student Supports Team are here to help you with Our dedicated learning-support tutors general well-being, all in a confidential
any concerns or worries you may have. support students who have dyslexia setting with our experienced team.
or other specific learning difficulties.
If it’s important to you, it’s important to us. Our warm, Students have access to the latest HEALTH
friendly staff will deal with your concerns or worries in a assistive technology and can engage The Health Service Team provides care
with the learning support tutor on a
confidential and sensitive manner. They will take care one-to-one or group basis. Reasonable
to all students free-of-charge. The team,
which is made up of doctors and nurses,
of your wellbeing and ensure you get through accommodation at exams and liaising can help with the diagnosis and treatment
with relevant staff are other ways our
any difficulties you may have. learning-support tutors can help.
of health problems, alongside providing
services such as issuing prescriptions
and repeat prescriptions.
DISABILITY SUPPORT
Our disability-support service provides PASTORAL CARE
an individual support plan tailored The Pastoral Care Team supports
to the specific needs of the student. students in their personal and spiritual
Engagement with other relevant staff growth during their time at IT Sligo.
ensures appropriate plans are in place. Students are always welcome to drop
This plan combined with ongoing advice, into the team for a chat. The pastoral
assistive technology and support allows care service is available to students
students to reach their full potential. of all faiths and those who have none.
The multi-faith prayer room known as
ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY The Sanctuary offers a quiet space for
A range of comprehensive and extremely reflection and prayer.
modern assistive-technology supports
are available at IT Sligo. It is central to our
facilitation of students with disabilities
or learning difficulties. Supports here
include an assessment matching the
student to technology which maximises
productivity and independence, training in
how to use the technology and full access
to our dedicated assistive-technology
suite. Some of the technologies include
text-scanning pens, Echo Smart Pens,
magnifying technologies, Mind Genius and
Read and Write Gold.NEW
ACADEMIC . ENGINEERING
SUPPORT CENTRE
SUPPORTS . Concentrating on physics,
electronics and mechanics
for first year students, our
engineering support centre
helps students get the best start
possible in their studies. Support
Support is our priority. We have invested heavily . is available in small groups or on
in our learning facilities to ensure our students have . a 1-2-1 basis to assist students
access to the latest enhancements in technology and . with their subject modules,
working in conjunction with
are supported throughout their academic journey. . what they are learning in class
to reinforce their understanding
of the topic.
ACADEMIC WRITING CENTRE
The thoughts of the first assignment can be a daunting
prospect for many. Therefore, students of all ages and
abilities can benefit from our Academic Writing Centre.
Supports include getting started with assignments,
effective notetaking, report writing, avoiding plagiarism
and successful writing in exams. And of course, the writing
process – generating ideas, drafting, revising and editing. NEW
Students can access these facilities on a one-to-one basis
or as a small group. Online resources such as a grammar ENGLISH LANGUAGE
checker, academic phrasebank and an essay planner are SUPPORT
also available.
IT Sligo students can avail of
MATHS SUPPORT CENTRE free online language support.
Maths is a subject that even the most capable student This programme of support is
can struggle with. That is why we have established the suitable for any student for whom
Maths Support Centre. This innovative and friendly centre English is not their first language.
offers the supports many students need. Services include The trainer will tailor sessions,
consultations, tutorials, computer-based tutorials and supports and resources to suit
access to relevant text materials. You can even submit maths individuals’ specific needs based
problems for correction. Students can access these facilities on their level of fluency.
on a one-to-one basis, as a small group or online. Leaving
Cert students can also avail of our Free Maths Revision
course which takes place over Easter each year.
TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT LEARNING SUPPORT
Technology continues to play a pivotal role in our everyday Our dedicated learning-support tutors
lives – and education is no different. That is why we have support students who have dyslexia
several structures in place to support our students learning or other specific learning difficulties.
experience. We have free Office 365 to download to your Students have access to the latest
own devices plus free unlimited One Drive data storage. assistive technology and can engage
This allows students to study or access their data anywhere with the learning support tutor on a
in the world, at any time. Discounted offers on PCs, Macs, one-to-one or group basis. Reasonable
tablets and broadband will help with costs. Alternatively, accommodation at exams and liaising
just ask about our short-term free IT Equipment rental. with relevant staff are other ways our
IT Sligo has free campus-wide high-speed WIFI also. learning-support tutors can help.CAREERS.
Our dedicated careers team are CAREERS OFFICE
passionate about finding every student
In the heart of our campus is the Careers Office. Here, students
a career and future they will love.
can book an appointment with a member of our careers team.
Through a variety of supports, they can
They advise on career options and postgraduate studies. The
help you realise your career goals. The
careers team can also assist with searching for jobs, completing
team work closely with the graduate
applications and compiling CVs and cover letters. They also hold
recruitment market to know exactly
what skills employers are looking for.
mock interviews to help with interview techniques. “ I met with Amazon at the IT Sligo
From your first year of study though
Careers Fair. Shortly after this,
to graduation and during your working CAREERS WORKSHOPS I completed my application and
life, the team will be here for you. Throughout the year, the Careers Team delivers several
workshops. Topics include effective Job searching, CV writing,
received a job offer as a Graduate
Interview skills and how to fill in an Application form. Cloud Support Associate before
I had finished my studies.
CAREERS FAIR
Each year, the team organises a careers fair on campus.
My starting salary was €44,600. ”
Over 100 companies attend, offering careers advice and
hundreds of job opportunities. Abbott, AbbVie, Bank of Ireland, MATTHEW MCMEEKIN
SISK, Pramerica, Aurivo, Overstock and Intel are just some of BSc (HONS) IN COMPUTER NETWORKS
the companies who attend.
96%
AND CLOUD INFRASTRUCTURE, 2019
OF OUR GRADUATES’ SECURE
EMPLOYMENT OR CONTINUE
WITH FURTHER STUDY
STRAIGHT AFTER COLLEGE.*
*Graduate Outcome Survey,
Class of 201810 Lígia Sell, 14 Tanya Herarty, 18 Niall Canning,
BB Business, Youth
GLOBAL ALUMNI .
BA Interior Architecture, BSc Medical Biotechnology,
Marketing Director at Biotechnologist at Lonza, Recruitment Officer
Pixel, Brazil London UK at Bank of Ireland, Sligo
11 Brendan Curran, 15 Tara O Malley, 19 Catalina Zurard
BB Business, Director of BSc Biomedical Science, BSc Pharmaceutical
Service Delivery with Ten Analytical Chemist with Science, Pharmacist, GSK,
Where IT Sligo Graduates Are Now .
Lifestyle Group, South Astra Zeneca in Australia Argentina
Africa
16 Colm Hamrogue, 20 Nicola Murphy,
12 Martin Gallagher, BB Business, Group Diploma International
BB Business Studies, General Manager for Marketing, Head at Global
Head of Public Diplomacy Transport, HW Richardson Customer Support at
and Humanitarian Affairs, Group, New Zealand Amazon, Seattle
the UN, New York
17 Luiz Fernando Zago, 21 Aaron Heavey,
1 David Hannon,
13 Claire Muldrew Kiely, BB Business, Escalations BSc Software Development,
BSc Construction BA Architectural Design Specialist, Facebook Business Department
Management, Consultant RIBA part 1, Designer at Ireland Ltd, Dublin Manager at Gartan, Australia
at SBC International, MenaAt Work Design
Russian Federation Build, Toronto, Canada 22 Christina Egan,
BA Early Childhood Care and
2 Zhi Hao Chin, Education, Centre Director,
BA Architectural Design New Zealand
RIBA part 1, Project 17
Manager at Tong Hai Yang 9 7
Construction, Singapore 8
18
3 Kahna Gilligan 1
BA Accounting, 14 5
Auditor at FedEx, 13
United Arab Emirates
20 6
4 Ah O, 12
BSc Pharmaceutical
Science, Product Owner, 4
External Supply in GSK,
Japan
5 Tomasz Chanusiak, 3
BEng Electrical and
Computing Engineering,
Engineer at Airbus,
Germany
6 Dr. Thais Diniz Oliveira,
PhD, Postdoc Researcher, 2
CIRED, Paris France
7 Oisín Foley, 10
BSc Computing Software
Development Engineer
at Beijer Electronics,
Malmo, Sweden
8 Andres Diez,
BB Finance, Chief Risk 15
Officer (CRO) at Santander 11
Consumer Bank – Nordics, 21
Oslo Area, Norway 19 22
9 Ruben Illera,
BSc International 16
Marketing, Community
Manager at Bustravel,
Iceland
46 47COMPARING . ENTRY .
QUALIFICATIONS . REQUIREMENTS .
DETAILED .
As you can see on the previous two pages, a degree from IT Sligo can take you anywhere in the world. The information below explains entry requirements in more detail. However, we know it can be
Below is a look at how you can compare qualifications. For more detail of the qualifications in another confusing! If you have any questions about your application or entry requirements, please contact us
country, you will need to consult the website given at the head of each column. through our social media channels or email admissions@itsligo.ie
Framework for higher education National Framework COURSE LEVELS A Level Scoring Institute of Technology,
from 2019 Sligo
qualifications in England, Wales and of Qualifications As a guide, for Higher Certificate courses (Level 6) and
Northern Ireland for Ireland Bachelor Degree courses (Level 7), two A2 at grade C are AS Levels
Grade Best 3 A-Levels (& 4th A-level
www.qaa.ac.uk www.qqi.ie required for entry to Level 7 or equivalent grades at BTEC where presented)
National Diploma Level 3.
A* 185 74
Level Level For Honours Bachelor Degree courses (Level 8), three A2
A 156 62
at grade C or equivalent grades at BTEC National Diploma
8 Doctoral Degree 10 Doctoral Degree, Level 3 or OCR National Level 3. B 131 52
Higher Doctorate C 106 42
7 Master’s Degree, 9 Master’s Degree, A LEVELS, BTEC AND MORE D 84 34
Integrated Master’s Degree, Postgraduate Diploma Applied A Levels (AVCE) are treated in the same way as A
E 63 25
Postgraduate Diploma, Levels. Please provide full details of GCE A2 and AS, AVCE,
Postgraduate Certificate Double Award, BTEC, etc. in the Part B ‘Special Categories’
in Education (PGCE), section of the CAO application.
Postgraduate Certificate
6 Bachelor’s Degree 8 Honours Bachelor Degree, ENGLISH AND MATHEMATICS
with Honours, Higher Diploma Applicants are expected to have at least GCSE grade C in
Bachelor’s Degree, English and GCSE grade C in Mathematics. Please check
Professional Graduate individual courses for entry requirements as some require
Certificate in Education a specific level of maths, whilst others have no maths
(PGCE), requirement at all.
Graduate Diploma,
Graduate Certificate POINTS
Calculation of CAO points for GCE examinations CAO points
5 Foundation Degree, 7 Ordinary Bachelor Degree (similar to UCAS Tariff points) are assigned to the exam
Diploma of Higher grades presented by candidates who meet the minimum entry
Education (DipHE), requirements. Points are used to rank applicants. The points
Higher National Diploma required for entry to a particular course are determined by the
(HND) level of demand on course places. A combination of A2 and
AS Level grades from different subjects can be used for point
4 Higher National Certificate 6 Advanced Certificate,
scoring purposes. Applied A Levels (AVCE) are treated in the
(HNC), Higher Certificate
Certificate of Higher same way as A2 Level for entry to IT Sligo.
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