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Almost 9,000 students study full-time, part-time or online with ATU Sligo, with programmes available from higher certificate Level 6 up to PhD Level 10. We offer 71 CAO programmes across eleven departments. ATU Sligo is home to students from every county in Ireland and over 50 countries worldwide.
This 72-acre campus combines modern buildings, state-of-the-art facilities and landscaped grounds. A bright, contemporary feel runs through everything from the lecture halls to the library and cafes to chill-out zones. The campus is just a ten-minute walk from Sligo town centre, whilst beaches, mountains and countryside are all a short trip away. Sligo is easily accessible by road, rail and air, with numerous return bus services stopping on campus daily throughout the year. This Green Flag campus is also home to Sligo’s only Starbucks.
Sligo combines a vibrant urban centre with stunning natural beauty. The perfect setting for an unforgettable student experience. With an added community feel throughout, it’s easy to see why Sligo is such a popular student destination.
From sushi, vegan and tapas to Mexican, Italian and Thai, Sligo’s thriving culinary scene ensures there is something to suit every taste and budget. There are nightlife options for every mood, so whether you are looking for a traditional Irish pub or a trendy cocktail bar, a live music venue or an energetic nightclub, you will find it here. A ten-screen cinema has all the latest blockbusters whilst The Hawk’s Well Theatre, The Model and The Factory host a diverse range of arts and entertainment weekly. For the shopping enthusiast, independent shops are nestled in between popular high street brands, catering for everything from clothes to computers and vintage to vinyl. Famous for its connection to W.B. Yeats, Sligo is also home to a range of literary and cultural options.
Hear from our Students on their experiences at ATU Sligo here.
Why Us?
From sushi, vegan and tapas to Mexican, Italian and Thai, Sligo’s thriving culinary scene ensures there is something to suit every taste and budget. There are nightlife options for every mood, so whether you are looking for a traditional Irish pub or a trendy cocktail bar, a live music venue or an energetic nightclub, you will find it here. A ten-screen cinema has all the latest blockbusters whilst The Hawk’s Well Theatre, The Model and The Factory host a diverse range of arts and entertainment weekly. For the shopping enthusiast, independent shops are nestled in between popular high street brands, catering for everything from clothes to computers and vintage to vinyl. Famous for its connection to W.B. Yeats, Sligo is also home to a range of literary and cultural options. For more information on Sligo as a university destination, please visit the ATU Sligo CAO Hub
One of the major advantages to life in ATU Sligo is the sense of community. We have a full team of dedicated staff to support our students throughout their studies. We also boast the best student to lecturer ratio in Ireland as outlined by the Good University Guide. More than just a number, our students get to know all their lecturers and classmates on a first-name basis.
Our academic staff are passionate and engaging which means advice and help is always on hand. From all corners of the globe, numerous academics are regarded as leaders in their respective fields. They not only bring academic knowledge; they also bring real-world experience.
We understand there is more than one way to educate. We are big on practical learning, which means we reinforce theory with hands-on experience in labs and workshops. Real life and collaborative projects, industry visits, guest speakers and work placements are just some of the other ways we ensure our students get the best education possible. In 2022, 96% of our graduates secured employment or continued their studies (Graduate Outcome Survey).
World class beaches at Strandhill and Rosses Point or the tranquil beauty of Lough Gill, provide the perfect place to get away from it all. Sligo’s rural landscape includes the world-famous Benbulben Mountain, the Queen Maeve trail on Knocknarea, woodland walks such as Hazelwood and Slish Wood, megalithic sites in Carrowkeel, the beautiful wilderness of the Ox Mountains and so much more.
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Facilities
We have invested significantly in our campus. Whether it is our state-of-the-art labs in engineering and science, new computer labs or the new creative hub for arts, design and architecture; our students have access to some of the best facilities of any university in Ireland.
Yeats Library
Spread over three floors, the Yeats Library is a world-class facility providing all the resources a student needs to excel in their programme of study. The library has over 700 workspaces and 70,000 printed books, whilst students have 24/7 access to over 140,000 e-books and e-journals.
Sports & Fitness
At the centre of our campus sports facilities is the Knocknarea Arena. This sporting hub is home to a multi-purpose sports hall, state-of-the-art fitness suite and specialised exercise studios. Outdoors, students have access to an international standard eight-lane tartan-surface running track with throwing and jumping facilities. Our 3G Astroturf pitch is fully floodlit, whilst our fully floodlit grass pitches include a championship standard GAA pitch and FAI certified soccer pitch. Off-campus, students can avail of various sporting facilities at heavily discounted rates. These include a 25m indoor heated swimming pool at Sligo Regional Sports Centre plus a variety of indoor and outdoor courts at Sligo Tennis Club. Sligo’s stunning location also lends itself to outdoor options ranging from golf, water sports and horse riding to hill walking, mountain biking and cycling.
Accommodation
With a diverse range of options available, Sligo has the perfect accommodation to suit every individual. The cost of student accommodation is also much more affordable than many of Ireland’s other university towns and cities, with this also reflected in the cost of living. There are several purpose-built student villages in Sligo, all within easy access of both campuses. Some student villages offer a laundry service, whilst others have smart TV’s and free Netflix. Digs accommodation is popular with students moving away from home for the first time, as they live with a local family and all meals are provided. With an excellent selection of private apartments and houses, private rental is popular with students wishing to live with friends. Whilst most students live close to campus, some choose the hustle and bustle of Sligo town centre or the stunning natural beauty of Strandhill and Rosses Point.
Student Villages
- Gateway Apartments - Lakewood Letting
- Gateway Apartments - Winters Property
- Ard Nua
- Uni Rooms @ Ard Nua
- Yeats Village
- Clarion Village
- The Grove Student Complex
- Lake Isle Luxury Apartments
- St. Angela’s Lakeside Aparthotel
Visit atussu.ie for the full list of accommodation options available
Student Supports
We have developed comprehensive student and academic supports, which ensures students get expert assistance throughout their academic journey. In 2022, we were designated as an Autism Friendly campus. We are the first technological university campus in Ireland to achieve this.
Hear from our Students on their experiences at ATU Sligo here.
