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Discover your creative future at ATU Galway City Wellpark Road Open Day
Atlantic Technological University (ATU) is inviting prospective students, parents, and guidance counsellors to explore the exciting opportunities available at its Galway City Wellpark Road campus during its upcoming Open Day on Tuesday, 20 October, from 11am to 1pm.
The event will offer visitors a unique opportunity to experience first-hand the vibrant and innovative learning environment within ATU’s School of Creative Industries, meet academic staff and students, and discover the wide range of creative programmes available through the CAO.
Attendees will be able to explore specialist facilities across the campus, including animation studios, recording studios, virtual production and XR spaces, art and design studios, fabrication laboratories, ceramic workshops, digital media suites and film production facilities.
Prospective students will also have the opportunity to attend programme information talks led by academic staff. The Department of Creative Arts and Media presentation will take place at 11.15am, while the Department of Creative Education presentation will follow at 11.45am. These sessions will provide valuable insights into course content, career pathways, and student experiences.
Programmes showcased on the day will include Design (Common Entry), Textile and Fashion Design, Interior Design, Graphic Design and Illustration, Product Design, Animation and Game Design, Art, Film and Documentary, Communications and Media, as well as teacher education programmes in Art and Design, Communication Graphics, Design and Construction.
Visitors can also take guided campus tours, departing every 20 minutes from the main reception area, to gain a deeper understanding of the facilities and learning spaces available to ATU students.
Speaking ahead of the event, Fiona Kelly, Market Engagement Manager highlighted,
Our Wellpark Road campus is a hub of creativity, innovation and industry engagement. This Open Day is an excellent opportunity for prospective students to immerse themselves in our creative learning environment, meet the people who make our campus so special, and discover how an ATU education can support their future ambitions.
Information stands will also be available throughout the event, providing guidance on admissions, student supports and campus life. ATU encourages all prospective students considering a future in the creative industries or creative education to attend and experience everything the Wellpark Road campus has to offer.
For more information and to register your attendance visit atu.ie/opendays.
Photo caption: Students at ATU’s Galway City, Wellpark Road campus.
For media enquiries, contact:
Aidan Haughey
Communications Manager
Tel: 086 086 6913
E: aidan.haughey@atu.ie
