Courses
Galway-Mayo Induction
Welcome to Atlantic Technological University!
If you’re starting ATU Galway-Mayo this September, your induction will take place on campus on Wednesday 10th, Thursday 11th, and /or Friday 12th September. You’ll find out which day to attend under the Induction Days section below.
Read below to learn what happens at induction and check out the fun events and activities we’ve planned to welcome you to college.
We can’t wait to meet you!
Please note: you will only be able to access the Student Hub and Moodle VLE once you have fully registered as an ATU Galway-Mayo student.
ATU Galway-Mayo Welcome Brochure
Pre-Induction Orientation Events
The following groups of students will be invited to attend an orientation event before the main induction day:
- International Students on Wednesday, 30th July from 2-3pm online. Students will receive an email invitation from ATU Global.
- Mature / Further Education Entry Students on Saturday, 6th September, from 9:30am-1pm at ATU Galway City Dublin Road.
- ATU Library Induction for New Students on Monday, 8th September, from 2-2:30pm online. Students can access the booking link here.
- Transitioning to Higher Education: Your Health and Wellbeing Webinar on Monday, 8th September, from 5-6pm online. Students can access the booking link here.
- Students on the DARE scheme on Monday, 8th September, from 6-7pm online. Students will receive an email invitation from the ATU Disability Office.
- Neurodiverse Students on Monday, 8th September, from 6-7pm online. Students will receive an email invitation from the ATU Disability Office.
- Students on the HEAR scheme on Tuesday, 9th September, from 2-4pm at ATU Galway City Dublin Road.
These sessions are here to help you settle in. You’ll get useful information based on your course, answers to common questions, and advice on important topics. We’ll also explain the supports available to you and help you get to know the campus.
Family Day
Parents, carers, brothers and sisters – your whole family is invited to our Family Day!
We know that moving away from home for the first time can feel like a big step. Family Day is a chance for you and your family to:
- Meet our staff
- Learn about the student support available
- Explore the campus
Join us at:
- ATU Galway City Dublin Road on Tuesday 9th September, from 4pm to 6pm.
- ATU Galway City Wellpark Road on Tuesday, 9th September, from 4pm to 6pm.
- ATU Mayo on Tuesday 9th September, from 3pm to 5pm.
- ATU Connemara on Wednesday 10th September, from 4pm to 6pm.
- ATU Mountbellew on Wednesday 10th September, from 4pm to 6pm.
Induction Days
Your induction will take place on campus. All new students must attend.
The induction day aims to be fun and interactive. It gives you a chance to:
- Meet your classmates
- Get to know the campus
- Meet your lecturers
- Get more information about your programme and timetable
- Find out more about student life
- Learn about the supports available for you
Depending on your course, you’ll attend on Wednesday 10th, Thursday 11th, and/or Friday 12th September. Check below for your Programme Induction timetable.
ATU Galway City – Dublin Road
| School | Date | Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering | Wed, 10 Sept | 9:15-10am | Coffee & Connections: A welcome for women to the Engineering School | Room 351 |
| Engineering | Wed, 10 Sept | 10:30am-2pm | Student Services & Students’ Union Induction for All Engineering Students | Theatre 1000 |
| Engineering | Wed, 10 Sept | 2-4pm | Programme Induction for Civil Engineering | Room 165 |
| Engineering | Wed, 10 Sept | 2-4pm | Programme Induction for Construction Management | Room 208 |
| Engineering | Wed, 10 Sept | 2-4pm | Programme Induction for Architectural Technology | Room 228 |
| Engineering | Wed, 10 Sept | 2-4pm | Programme Induction for Quantity Surveying | Room 939 |
| Engineering | Wed, 10 Sept | 2-4pm | Programme Induction for Mechanical Engineering | Room 940 |
| Engineering | Wed, 10 Sept | 2-4pm | Programme Induction for Agriculture Engineering | Room 1031 |
| Engineering | Wed, 10 Sept | 2-4pm | Programme Induction for Biomedical Engineering | Room 1041 |
| Engineering | Wed, 10 Sept | 2-4pm | Programme Induction for Energy Engineering | Room 813 |
| Engineering | Wed, 10 Sept | 2-4pm | Programme Induction for Manufacturing Engineering Design | Room 830 |
| Engineering | Wed, 10 Sept | 2-4pm | Programme Induction for Common Engineering | Room 941 |
| Engineering | Wed, 10 Sept | 2-4pm | Programme Induction for Electronic & Electrical Engineering | Room 938 |
| Galway International Hotel School | Wed, 10 Sept | 10am-1:30pm | Welcome Session for All New GIHS Students | Room 347 |
| Galway International Hotel School | Wed, 10 Sept | 1:30-4:30pm | Galway City Tour | Galway City |
| Galway International Hotel School | Thu, 11 Sept | 9:30-10:30am | Languages Induction for All New GIHS Students | Room 347 |
| Galway International Hotel School | Thu, 11 Sept | 10:30-11am | Morning Coffee for All New GIHS Students | Connemara Training Restaurant |
| Galway International Hotel School | Thu, 11 Sept | 11am-1pm | Programme Induction for Culinary & Gastronomy | Demo Theatre |
| Galway International Hotel School | Thu, 11 Sept | 11am-1pm | Programme Induction for Heritage | Room 351 |
| Galway International Hotel School | Thu, 11 Sept | 11am-1pm | Programme Induction for Tourism, Event & Hotel | Room 347 |
| Galway International Hotel School | Thu, 11 Sept | 1-1:30pm | Lunch for All New GIHS Students | Connemara Training Restaurant |
| Galway International Hotel School | Thu, 11 Sept | 1:30-3:30pm | Uniforms & Knives Collection for Culinary, Tourism, Hotel & Event Students | Connemara Training Restaurant |
| Galway International Hotel School | Thu, 11 Sept | 2-3pm | Library Tour for Heritage Studies Students | Library |
| Galway International Hotel School | Fri, 12 Sept | 10:30am-2pm | Student Services & Students’ Union Induction for All New GIHS Students | Theatre 1000 |
| Science & Computing | Thu, 11 Sept | 9-10:30am | Programme Induction for Medical Science | Room 938 |
| Science & Computing | Thu, 11 Sept | 10:30am-2pm | Student Services & Students’ Union Induction for All New Science & Computing Students | Theatre 1000 |
| Science & Computing | Thu, 11 Sept | 2:30-4pm | Programme Induction for Applied Freshwater Marine Biology, Un-denominated Science, Physics & Instrumentation, Forensic Science & Analysis, Chemical & Pharmaceutical Science, Applied Biology & Biopharmaceutical Science | Theatre 1000 |
| Science & Computing | Thu, 11 Sept | 2:30-4pm | Programme Induction for Software Development | Room 939 |
| Science & Computing | Thu, 11 Sept | 2:30-4pm | Programme Induction for Computing & Digital Media | Room 938 |
| Science & Computing | Thu, 11 Sept | 2:30-4pm | Programme Induction for Public Health & Nutrition | Room 1032 |
| Science & Computing | Thu, 11 Sept | 2:30-4pm | Programme Induction for Sports Coaching | Room 1033 |
| Science & Computing | Thu, 11 Sept | 2:30-4pm | Programme Induction for Sport & Exercise Science | Room 1041 |
| Business | Thu, 11 Sept | 11am-1pm | Programme Induction for Business Information Systems | Room 215 |
| Business | Thu, 11 Sept | 11am-1pm | Programme Induction for Entrepreneurship | Room 1036 |
| Business | Thu, 11 Sept | 11am-1pm | Programme Induction for Finance & Economics | Room 217 |
| Business | Thu, 11 Sept | 11am-1pm | Programme Induction for Marketing & Sales | Room 1039 |
| Business | Thu, 11 Sept | 11am-1pm | Programme Induction for Business L8 | Room 994 |
| Business | Thu, 11 Sept | 11am-1pm | Programme Induction for Business L6 & L7 | Room 941 |
| Business | Thu, 11 Sept | 11am-1pm | Programme Induction for Accounting | Room 1031 |
| Business | Thu, 11 Sept | 11am-1pm | Programme Induction for Digital Accounting | Room 1032 |
| Business | Fri, 12 Sept | 10:30am-2pm | Student Services & Students’ Union Induction for All New Business Students | Theatre 1000 |
Things to know
- Be sure to collect your induction timetable for the day from one of our Welcome Desks in Café Foyer or Old Reception!
- Breakfast Club
- Arriving on campus early? No worries— we’ve got you covered! Join us every morning in the Students’ Union Kitchenette before Induction events from 9:30-10:30am for a friendly start to your day.
- New Student Chill Zone
- Looking for some free time before or after your induction sessions? Drop by to enjoy a game, colour, assemble a jigsaw, or simply relax! The Chill Zone will be available during Induction days in Rooms 1035 and 1040. Please note spaces are limited.
- Bring Your Water Bottles & Travel Cups!
- We encourage you to bring a water bottle or travel cup with you while on campus. There are various spots around campus where you can refill your water bottles throughout the day. Please note, the canteen does not provide disposable cups for hot beverages, but you can purchase a reusable cup for €2 or bring your own travel cup to enjoy your drinks sustainably.
If you have any questions, please email studentservices.galwaymayo@atu.ie
ATU Galway City – Wellpark Road
| Course | Date | Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Animation & Game Design | Thu, 11 Sept | 10:30am-2pm | Programme Induction | Room 104 |
| Film & Documentary | Thu, 11 Sept | 10:30am-2pm | Programme Induction | Room 148 |
| Communications, Media & Storytelling | Thu, 11 Sept | 10:30am-2pm | Programme Induction | Room 220 |
| Design; Product Design; Graphic Design & Illustration; Textile & Fashion Design; Interior Design | Thu, 11 Sept | 10:30am-2pm | Programme Induction | Room 150 |
| Art | Thu, 11 Sept | 10:30am-2pm | Programme Induction | Room 344 |
| Art & Design and Communication Graphics | Thu, 11 Sept | 10:30am-2pm | Programme Induction | Room 309 |
If you have any questions, please email sdca.galwaymayo@atu.ie
ATU Connemara
National Centre for Excellence in Furniture Design and Technology
| Date | Time | Event |
|---|---|---|
| Thu, 11 Sept | 8:30-10am | Breakfast Club: Arriving to campus early? No worries, we’ve got you covered! |
| Thu, 11 Sept | 10am-5pm | Programme & Student Services Inductions, Lunch & Outdoor Activity |
If you have any questions, please email connemara.galwaymayo@atu.ie
ATU Mayo
| Course | Date | Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All New Students | Wed, 10 Sept | 10am-5pm | College Induction | St Mary’s Hall Y025 |
| *Applied Social Care | Thu, 11 Sept | 10am-1pm | Programme Induction for Bachelor of Arts in Applied Social Care L7 & L8 | R104 |
| *Early Childhood Education & Care | Thu, 11 Sept | 9:30am-4pm | Programme Induction for Early Childhood Education & Care L6 & L7 | B019 & P011 |
| *General Nursing | Thu, 11 Sept | 9:30am-4pm | Programme Induction for Bachelor of Science (Hons) in General Nursing | Y108 |
| **Geography & Outdoor Education | Thu, 11 Sept | 9:30am-4pm | Programme Induction for Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Geography & Outdoor Education | Reception |
| History & Geography | Thu, 11 Sept | 10am-1pm | Programme Induction for Bachelor of Arts in History & Geography L7 & L8 | B017 |
| *Mental Health Nursing | Thu, 11 Sept | 9:30am-4pm | Programme Induction for Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Mental Health Nursing | P110 |
| **Outdoor Education | Thu, 11 Sept | 9:30am-4pm | Programme Induction for Bachelor of Arts in Outdoor Education L7 | Reception |
| **Outdoor & Environmental Education | Thu, 11 Sept | 9:30am-4pm | Programme Induction for Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Outdoor & Environmental Education | Reception |
| Psychology | Thu, 11 Sept | 10am-1pm | Programme Induction for Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Psychology | P005 |
*Applied Social Care, Early Childhood Education & Care, General Nursing, and Mental Health Nursing students: Please click here to complete your Garda Vetting.
**Geography & Outdoor Education, Outdoor Education, and Outdoor & Environmental Education students: Please wear warm clothes, runners, and a rain jacket. More details will be provided at induction on 10th September.
Breakfast Club
Arriving on campus early? No worries— we’ve got you covered! Join us Wednesday, 10th September before Induction events from 8:45-9:45am for a friendly start to your day.
If you have any questions, please email studentservicesmayo.galwaymayo@atu.ie
ATU Mountbellew
| Date | Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, 11 Sept | 9:30am-4pm | Programme Induction for Agri-Business Management and Agriculture & Environmental Management | ATU Mountbellew, Lecture Hall 1 |
If you have any questions, please email mac@atu.ie
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