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:
- Galway City – Dublin Road & Wellpark Road: Thursday 10 and/or Friday 11 September
- Mountbellew, Mayo, Connemara: Monday 14 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 ATU.
We can’t wait to meet you!
CAO Information Day
We will be hosting an information day on Thursday 27 August 2026 from 11am to 2pm on the Galway Dublin Road campus. Incoming first year students along with their parents and guardians are welcome to attend to explore the campus, meet support staff and find out more about getting ready for the start of term.
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 campus, TBC. Students will receive an email invitation from ATU Global: international.galwaymayo.atu.ie
- Mature / Further Education Entry Students: on campus; TBC. Students will receive an email invitation from the Access & Widening Participation office access.galway@atu.ie
- Transitioning to Higher Education: Your Health and Wellbeing Webinar: online, TBC.
- Students on the DARE scheme: online, TBC. Students will receive an email invitation from the ATU Disability Office: disabilitysupport.galwaymayo@atu.ie
- Neurodiverse Students: online, TBC. Students will receive an email invitation from the ATU Disability Office: disabilitysupport.galwaymayo@atu.ie
- Students on the HEAR scheme: on campus; TBC. Students will receive an email from the Access & Widening Participation office access.galway@atu.ie
These sessions are here to help you settle in. You’ll get useful information, 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.
Induction Days – coming soon
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 Thursday 10, Friday 11 September or Monday 14 September 2026. Check below for your Programme Induction timetable.
First Year Programme Induction Schedules
Click on your Course Programme Induction schedule below and attend on the date and time that is listed for your course.
ATU Galway City-Dublin Road
Faculty of Science and Health
Department of Sport, Exercise and Nutrition
Coming Soon
Department of Analytical, Biopharmaceutical & Medical Sciences
Coming Soon
Department of Natural Resources & the Environment
Coming Soon
Faculty of Engineering and Computing
Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering
Coming Soon
Department of Computing Science & Applied Physics
Coming Soon
Department of Building and Civil Engineering
Coming Soon
Department of Electronic, Software & Advanced Manufacturing Engineering
Coming Soon
Faculty of Business
Department of Business & Accounting
Coming Soon
Department of Enterprise & Technology
Coming Soon
Tourism, Hospitality, & Heritage
Coming Soon
ATU Galway City-Wellpark Road
Art
Coming Soon
Art & Design and Communication Graphics
Coming Soon
Communications, Media & Storytelling
Coming Soon
Design (Common Entry); Product Design; Graphic Design & Illustration; Textile & Fashion Design; Interior Design
Coming Soon
Film & Documentary
Coming Soon
ATU Connemara
Furniture Design, Technology and Teacher Education
Coming Soon
ATU Mayo
Coming Soon
*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.
Breakfast Club
Arriving on campus early? No worries— we’ve got you covered! Join us on Monday 14 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
Agri-Business Management
Coming Soon
Agriculture & Environmental Management
Coming Soon
#First5Weeks
Our #First5Weeks Welcome Programme kicks off in the first week of term and is open to all new and returning students. It’s designed to help you settle into uni life and make starting third-level education easier.
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