College Profile
About Us
Over 1,600 students study full-time, part-time or online with ATU St Angelas. Programmes are delivered across a range of disciplines, from certificate (Level 7) to PhD (Level 10). All counties and continents are represented in our vibrant and diverse student population.
This is perhaps the most scenic campus in the country and just minutes away from Sligo town centre. Students experience small class sizes and a personal approach to learning in a comfortable and welcoming setting. There is a balance of theory and practical across all undergraduate programmes to enhance skills ahead of real-world placements. Students enjoy a learning experience that will empower them on a personal and professional level to ensure their high employability on graduation.
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.
A Vibrant Town
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.
Why Us?
With small class sizes, we pride ourselves on our sense of community. A personal approach means every student is important and fully supported throughout their academic journey. We empower students to achieve academic excellence.
Our academic staff are professional, compassionate and engage with their students. As experts in their fields, their knowledge is evident by the high calibre of graduates each year. We also welcome guest lectures from Ireland and around the world through our global partners, introducing students to an international experience during their studies.
Complimenting theory with practical skills is evident throughout our programmes. This prepares students for placements in education, nursing, healthcare, community and industry, but also provides a valuable foundation for a rewarding career. With a range of postgraduate opportunities available, graduates can also pursue professional development and career advancement with ATU St Angelas.
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
Our clinical skills simulation resource, the Dudley Practice Area, is the only facility in the country where nursing students can book sessions outside of timetabled hours to enhance their learning and skills. Other state-of-the- art facilities include food labs, a food sensory analysis suite, science labs, textiles, fashion and design rooms, multimedia suites, microteaching rooms, lecture theatres and a spacious auditorium.
McKeown Library
Located in Aras Michael and overlooking Lough Gill, the McKeown Library provides an important intellectual and social space. The service comprises of a physical library, an online library and a knowledge resource. This includes a collection of more than 40,000 volumes which is continuously updated.
Information Technology
ICT and AV services at TU St. Angela's primary role is to provide the college community with appropriate quality ICT and AV services to facilitate the learning, administrative and research activities of the college.
Our Services Include:
- Maintain information communications technologies and facilities across the College
- Develop, research and maintain management Information systems
- Administer, maintain and develop networks, server technologies
- Provide desktop hardware and software support to both staff and students
- Providing an effective, secure and confidential computing service to the academic departments
- The development and provision of services to enable communication for the College community (email, post, telephone, internet, network, video conferencing)
- The development and provision of Printing and Audio-Visual Services
- Support and Training in the use of these services by the College community
Sports & Fitness
ATU St. Angela's students may avail of the gym in IT Sligo, with a student ID card for €90 per year
St Angela’s students may also avail of a student discount for the gym at the Clayton Hotel with a student ID
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.
Dining
The College Dining Rooms offers a range of breakfast, lunch and snack items at affordable process.
Fees and Grants
Student Supports
Transport Links
St Angela’s College is approximately 7km from Sligo. A morning and evening coach service and a midday shuttle service runs between college and town. Please see the bus timetable at the following link.
Buses connect with National Bus Services. Details from www.buseireann.ie
Further details from Una Roberts Student Services Officer Tel: 071 - 9195514 e-mail: [email protected]