ATU Galway /Mayo is a third level institute of education based across five locations in the west of Ireland. ATU Galway /Mayo's campuses are located in Galway City, Castlebar, Letterfrack and Mountbellew.
ATU Galway City
ATU Galway City offers undergraduate programmes across a wide range of disciplines, in addition to postgraduate, part-time, and professional development programmes.
Galway is a cosmopolitan city that is world-renowned for its friendliness and community vibrancy. It is enriched with energy, amazing nightlife, a booming music scene and a fantastic schedule of annual festivals.
An Energetic City
A prominent gourmet destination, Galway offers everything from Michelin-star dining and contemporary restaurants to quirky cafes and street food. Trendy cocktail bars, traditional Irish bars, and late night venues with international artists, ensure you will always find a lively night out. With several cinemas to choose from alongside weekly arts and cultural events, quiet night options are plentiful too. Shopping lovers can find the perfect look at high street retailers or independent boutiques. Finally, with events including the Galway Races, Galway International Arts Festival and the Galway Christmas Markets, there is always an opportunity for some fun and festivals.
Spectacular Location
Galway captivates with its enchanting beauty nestled along the west coast of Ireland. It’s breath-taking views of the Atlantic Ocean and Galway Bay offers opportunities for beach excursions, sea swimming, or leisurely strolls along the famous Salthill promenade. Merlin and Barna Woods along with the city Riverside walk provide idyllic surroundings for land-based adventures.
ATU Mayo
Located in Castlebar, ATU Mayo is a responsive and dynamic campus with a population of approximately 1,000 students. We offer undergraduate programmes in health, well-being and society, in addition to a range of part-time, online and postgraduate courses.
With a population of over 12,000, Castlebar is one of Ireland’s fastest growing towns and home to ATU Mayo. Whether you want to immerse yourself in an energetic town or explore beautiful countryside, Castlebar offers an unforgettable student experience.
A Bustling Town
Castlebar is a shopper’s heaven, with unique boutiques, high-street brands, and everything in between. Food options range from quirky cafes to award winning restaurants, so there is something to suit every taste. Also, be sure to check out one of the weekly farmers markets. Established musicians frequent pubs, late bars and cocktail bars for those looking to dance the night away. For a quieter night out, a luxury seven screen cinema has all the latest blockbusters.
The Royal Theatre and Event Centre, a leading entertainment venue in the west of Ireland, regularly plays host to top music artists, comedians, plays and major events.
Beautiful Setting
The stunning grounds of Turlough Park and the nature trail at Raheens Wood are the perfect settings to get away from it all, whilst a range of water sports on Lough Lannagh offer a chance to try something new. Croaghmoyle and Nephin mountain ranges provide fantastic opportunities for hillwalking, mountain hiking and exploration. Regular bus services mean the award-winning seaside town of Westport is within easy reach. Alternatively, hop on a bike and explore The Great Western Greenway which extends from Castlebar onwards to Westport.
ATU Mountbellew
Agriculture, food and environmental management are some of Ireland’s key industries. ATU Mountbellew is one of Ireland’s leading educational institutes offering undergraduate programmes in conjunction with ATU Galway City in agri-business, agri-engineering and agri-science. We provide the knowledge, practical experience and expertise to produce outstanding graduates in these areas.
A Busy Town
Home of the first agricultural college in Ireland, Mountbellew is a growing market town located 45 kilometres from Galway City. This busy town is where students spend their first two years of study before attending ATU Galway City in years three and four.
With a population of almost one thousand, Mountbellew has several shops, small businesses, restaurants and coffee shops. Local pubs regularly host live music and entertainment, with a warm welcome ever-present. A Farmers Market takes place every Tuesday where visitors will find a range of produce which includes cheese, fruit, vegetables, wine, fresh fish and pastries. Daily bus services to Galway ensure the energetic city is never too far away.
Charming Countryside
Mountbellew Demense includes a wooded area with forest walks and picnic areas. The Demense loop trail is a 2.2km walk or cycle trail which navigates through trees and flora. The area is also home to a wide diversity of wildlife species, whilst Mountbellew Lake is a sanctuary for waterfowl including ducks, pheasants and swans. The area is also filled with interesting historical buildings such as old walled gardens, a flour mill, a boat house and a forge.