Sligo Induction

The following groups of students will be invited by email to attend an orientation before the main induction day:

• Mature/FET Students – on campus; Friday 4 September, 10am – 2pm.
  • Contact: access.sligo@atu.ie

• Students on the HEAR scheme or in receipt of Access Scholarships and 1916 Bursaries – on campus; Wednesday 9 September, 10am – 2pm
  • Contact: access.sligo@atu.ie

• International Students – on campus; Wednesday 9 September, time TBC.
  • Contact: international.sligo@atu.ie

• Neurodivergent Students – on campus; Tuesday 8 September, 10.30am – 1.30pm
  • This session is designed specifically for students who identify as neurodivergent and would like a more tailored introduction to university life.
  • Register for the neurodivergent orientation here
  • Contact: inclusionsupport.sligo@atu.ie

Get ready for the start of term with our pre-induction webinar series.

• Introduction to the Library
  • online, Monday 7 September, 2 – 3pm.
  • Open to all students.
  • Register for the library webinar.

• Getting Started with the Disability and Learning Support Services
  • online, Monday 7 September, 3 – 4pm.
  • Open to Students with a disability, health condition or specific learning difficulty, including those who are entering through the DARE Scheme
  • Register for the Getting Started with the Disability and Learning Support Service webinar.
  • Email: disability.sligo@atu.ie

• Transitioning to University: Your Health and Well-being
  • Online, Monday 7 September, 5 – 6pm.
  • Open to all students.
  • Register for the Transitioning to University: Your Health & Well-being webinar.

• On the Go: ​Success Strategies for Commuter Students​
  • online, Tuesday 8 September, 4 – 5pm.
  • Open to all students commuting to campus.
  • Register for the Success Strategies for Commuter Students webinar.

These sessions are here to help you settle in.
You’ll get useful information based on your situation, answers to common questions, and advice on important topics.

Why attend?
Learn about the key services, support and practical information that will help you make a smooth start at ATU.

Your induction day will take place over a full-day on campus on either Thursday 10 and/or Friday 11 September 2026. You’ll find out which day to attend in early September. 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