This course provides a comprehensive understanding of the scientific principles and practical applications of nutrition and exercise in sports performance. Students will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience during the course by working with populations of all ages, genders, and abilities through modules such as Nutrition Across the Lifecycle and The Female Athlete, as well as during work placement (or studying abroad) in the third year of the course.

The key features of this four-year programme have been designed to reflect the dynamic global sporting environment in which sports nutrition, testing, analysis, and businesses operate.

Engineering Technology Management was created for students with an essential combination of core engineering. Graduates will be crucial in managing, designing and controlling challenging projects and tasks such as innovative products, developing sustainable global systems, efficient processes, implementing Big Data and AI analytics and developing entrepreneurial skills such as creating new business models to support high-value manufacturing settings. Engineering Technology Management graduates will develop the technical expertise of engineers combined with a comprehension of the business and industrial environment and the capacity to develop creative solutions. 

This course provides a comprehensive understanding of the scientific principles and practical applications of nutrition and exercise in sports performance. The key features of this four-year programme have been designed to reflect the dynamic global sporting environment in which sports nutrition, testing, analysis, and businesses operate. 

On completion of this four-year apprenticeship, you will become a fully qualified mechanical automation and maintenance fitter, with a QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate Craft - Mechanical Automation and Maintenance Fitting.

You may then choose to work as a mechanical automation and maintenance fitter in industries such as engineering, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, quarries, mines, food processing, local authorities, petrochemicals and the armed forces.

Many apprentices use their qualification as a platform to launch careers such as engineers, managers, owners of businesses and instructors amongst others.

This is a three year, Level 7 Apprenticeship, with 70% of time spent in the workplace, and 30% in TUS. This course will suits individuals who are existing Production Operators/Technicians who want to train or retrain in the engineering and manufacturing sectors, and progress to a level 7 qualification.

Please note that you must already be employed in a Manufacturing Engineering Apprenticeship contract before you can apply for the Bachelor of Engineering in Manufacturing Engineering Apprenticeship.

This Apprenticeship is a 2/3 year programme, with an approved employer, with 70% of the time spent on the job and the remaining 30% spent in the TUS Midwest Moylish Campus. Students will remain in paid employment for the 24-36 month period, allowing them to “earn while you learn”.

This programme is professionally accredited by Engineers Ireland. This is an objective evaluation and approval of engineering programmes, ensuring that they meet international standards, the needs of the engineering profession and broader responsibilities to society, environment and economy. Graduates of accredited programmes, at the appropriate standard, may go on to achieve one of the professional titles of Chartered Engineer, Associate Engineer and Engineering Technician.

This Level 8 programme aims to produce graduates who have developed comprehensive analytical and rounded business skills, which blend perfectly to solve business problems using appropriate Computer Software solutions. The fusion of Business with Computing allows students to achieve maximum learning and self-development. Students will advance their business information technology knowledge, experience and skills through extensive practical assignments and course work.

Computing and Technology are part of just about everything that touches our lives. Gaining a proficiency in the different dimensions of computing and business will provide graduates with the necessary skills to create a stable career. The programme also offers students an opportunity to gain Professional Computing Certification (Microsoft) as part of their studies, as well as a six-month work.

Construction Management is all about managing the construction process and meeting the needs of clients within legal, financial and environmental constraints. Construction Managers require a combination of engineering knowledge, good business and organisation skills and a capacity for leadership in managing the building process.

Students will develop an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the construction process and the necessary theoretical knowledge to match solutions to construction problems; the management skills to plan, organise and manage construction projects and the ability to contribute to the construction process in a manner that sustains and enhances the natural and the built environments. This includes responsibility for coordinating a wide variety of skilled workers and specialists and leading them in the implementation of the plan, monitoring progress against the required objectives, and making adjustments to ensure that the goals originally set forth are achieved.

Construction Management graduates are also involved in organising the resources required – labour, materials, equipment, time and money and translating the work of designers such as architects and engineers into reality.

This course is accredited by the Chartered Association of Building Engineers, the Chartered Institute of Building and Engineers Ireland.

The Sous Chef Apprenticeship is an ‘earn and learn’ Honours degree programme that combines on-the-job training with academic study in a Technological University.

This programme is designed by industry and academic professionals so the apprentice will gain the knowledge, skills and competencies at an advanced level, to ensure that all aspects of food preparation, production and service is carried out to the highest standard and in accordance with food hygiene regulations, company standards and policies.

Apprentices will be concentrating on areas such as personal development, food innovation and the capitalisation of market trends whilst endeavouring to exceed the guest expectations and the management of department finances and budgets.

This Level 7 Bachelor Degree Add-On programme develops students in the field of culinary arts. Students will acquire the critical thinking and applied skills necessary to succeed in various chef roles, culinary businesses, food enterprise development, and/or food innovation management.

The Chef de Partie Apprenticeship is an ‘earn and learn’ degree programme that combines on-the-job training with academic study in a Technological University.

A Chef de Partie is trained to: deliver advanced culinary skills in a professional kitchen; supervise a particular area or station within the kitchen; work on their own as well as train Commis Chefs.

The Chef de Partie Apprenticeship programme is designed to expose you to a wide range of culinary skills and ideas and allows you to not only learn how to do something, but understand why it is done a certain way.

The Bachelor of Arts in Physical Education with Business programme will offer a comprehensive education in the dynamic intersections of physical education and business, catering to the growing demand for professionals in these fields both in Ireland and internationally.

The programme is designed to ensure, that upon completion, graduates will be equipped to pursue a variety of careers in PE, business education, sport and general business. The aim of this program is to provide and empower students with the essential skills, expertise and proficiencies required to thrive in the realm of physical education and business.

Software Development with Cyber Security is designed to produce graduates with an in-depth knowledge of the essential aspects of Software Development and the skills associated with Cyber Security. You will learn how to design and develop secure software applications and systems, utilizing various programming languages, security frameworks, and data analytics tools.

The course will equip you with practical skills needed to create, deploy, and maintain secure software applications. You will learn about software design, enterprise coding, database and data analytics, and cross-platform production, ensuring you have a comprehensive skill set for the industry.

The business landscape is evolving rapidly, with artificial intelligence (AI) driving unprecedented transformation across industries. The Bachelor of Business degree in Business Studies with a focus on AI for Enterprise equips students with the knowledge and skills to excel in this fast-paced environment. By blending core business principles with practical AI applications, this program bridges the gap between traditional business education and the future of enterprise innovation.

This programme aims to offer students the opportunity to complete year one of a common entry degree in Sports Science, with Tipperary ETB, before having a guaranteed progression route to years two to four with TUS Midwest (Thurles Campus).

Year one will provide students with the opportunity to begin to learn about anatomy, movement, nutrition, exercise, strength and conditioning, as they relate to the study of sport.

Having successfully completed year one of the degree, students will progress to year two of their chosen degree in one of the following:

• Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Applied Sports Science with Strength and Conditioning
• Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Applied Sports Science with Sport and Exercise Nutrition
• Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Applied Sports Science with Performance Technology

Business Studies with Beauty and Spa Management prepares you to meet the sector’s need for highly skilled and trusted professionals who can establish strong relationships with clients, deliver services in a professional, efficient and hygienic manner, and progress to management roles within the industry.

The course covers both the creative and business aspects of the beauty and spa sector. Learning and practising in well-equipped workshops, you are encouraged and facilitated to further develop your creativity and acquire strong business know-how. By combining technical beauty and spa skills with business/management competencies, the course equips you to work and progress in a wide range of beauty and spa settings.

Bachelor of Arts in Film & Media Production is designed for anyone who is passionate about a career in the Digital Film and Video industry. It can open up fantastic career options in one of the most exciting creative industries there is, and a future in television and film The three-year programme covers the key areas of digital film production, including pre-production planning, story and script development, audio, design, special effects, compositing and editing. 

The BSc in Quantity Surveying at LYIT is tailored to produce technically competent graduates. The programme offers students exciting paid placement opportunities in the final year of the course where they gain invaluable 'hands' on experience. Graduates will have a technical/working knowledge of building measurement and the production of tender documentation. In addition graduates will be able to communicate effectively and will have the ability to advise on the procurement and the delivery of projects within budget. 

Our Bachelor of Science in Sports & Exercise with degree award options: Performance or Physical Education, is a four year programme that combines your passion for sports with a successful career progress through the course. Studying sport or exercise at third level is an opportunity to harness your passion and combine it with the knowledge to build a wonderful career in either sports performance or physical education studies. The first two years provide the core foundation of the degree, while the last two years allow you to specialise.

Our Bachelor of Science in Agriculture provides you with the skills and knowledge to pursue a diverse and rewarding career in the agricultural industry. Whether it’s as a farm manager or in agricultural sales, the opportunities are vast and diverse. You’ll be gaining knowledge in the key areas of soil and plant science, ruminant husbandry and agriculture business management. You’ll also learn about Farm Waste and Environmental Science, Livestock Production and Animal Science in Year 3.  

This is not a CAO entry course - course fees required - apply directly to the college.

This is a 3-year Honours degree for students who have completed the Leaving Certificate Computer Science subject. This is a broad-based computing course which covering a full range of core topics including programming, databases, networking, machine learning and AI and data science.apps, your opportunities are superb. 

The aim of this Hospitality Management degree is to develop the skills and competencies of students to become a supervisor or manager in the tourism sector. This three-year honours degree programme is designed to enable you to experience a broad education in hospitality and tourism studies. This course will empower you to embark on an exciting career with the opportunity to travel far and wide with your qualifications. Career opportunities include roles in the hotel industry, bars and clubs, as well as cruise ships, airlines and catering companies. 

This three year course will give you the opportunity to discover which area of science - Bioanalytical Science, Food Science & Nutrition or Pharmaceutical & Medicinal Science. This is a good choice for anyone who know they want to study science but are unsure about which specific area you want to specialize in. After one year you’ll be able to make your choice, furthering your study and opening up numerous career opportunities including becoming a Biology teacher, Quality Manager or Biopharmaceutical Scientist, in the areas of Biopharmaceuticals, the Environmental sector and Education.