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TUS - Technological University of the Shannon
Higher Education

About Us

Quick Facts
  • 7 campuses across the Midlands and Midwest (Athlone, Limerick, Thurles, Clonmel, Ennis and beyond)
  • 16,000+ students across a diverse and connected university community
  • Ireland’s first transregional technological university
  • 150+ courses across business, engineering, science, health, computing, creative arts and more
  • Study pathways from Level 6 (Higher Certificate) to Level 10 (PhD)
  • Practical, career-focused learning with strong industry links
  • Ireland’s highest graduate employment rate for three consecutive years
Technological University of the Shannon (TUS) is a multi-campus university serving the Midlands and Midwest of Ireland. As Ireland’s first transregional technological university, TUS brings together seven campuses, over 16,000 students, and a wide range of programmes from Higher Certificate through to PhD level.

TUS offers a connected university experience rooted in practical learning, strong industry engagement, and clear pathways into employment. Across its campuses, students benefit from hands-on teaching, applied projects, and real-world opportunities that prepare them for the evolving demands of the workplace.

With deep connections to industry, enterprise, and community across both the Midlands and Midwest, TUS plays a key role in regional development and innovation.

Courses are shaped by industry input to ensure graduates leave with relevant, future-focused skills. With seven distinct campuses, students can choose an environment that suits their course, lifestyle and ambitions, while still being part of one connected university.

TUS has recorded the highest graduate employment rate in Ireland for three consecutive years, according to the HEA Graduate Outcomes Survey.

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Why Us?

Award-winning graduate outcomes
TUS has been ranked Ireland’s No. 1 university for graduate employment for the third-year running. The latest HEA Graduate Outcomes Survey shows 85.5% of TUS honours degree graduates are in employment within nine months, well above the national university average.
Work placement built in
Work placement is an integral part of TUS programmes, giving students valuable industry experience, professional confidence and strong connections with employers before graduating.
Practical, hands-on learning
Teaching at TUS combines lectures with labs, workshops, and real-world projects. This applied approach helps students build confidence, acquire skills, and gain independence from early in their studies
Industry-connected education
TUS works closely with employers and professional bodies. Courses are developed in collaboration with industry to reflect current and future skills needs, with guest speakers, live projects and employer engagement embedded into learning.
Exclusive global opportunities
Through Erasmus+ and the RUN-EU European University network, students can study or complete placement abroad with the support of mobility funding, adding an international dimension to their qualification. As the only Irish university within the RUN-EU European alliance, TUS offers students unique opportunities to connect, study and collaborate across Europe.
Access & inclusive education
TUS is committed to making higher education accessible to all. The university participates in national access routes such as HEAR and DARE, and provides a wide range of academic, wellbeing and disability supports. TUS is also a partner in the Inclusive National Higher Education Forum (INHEF), contributing to national initiatives that support access to higher education for learners with intellectual disabilities.
Flexible and supported learning
Students benefit from a connected learning environment, with access to digital tools, online platforms and resources that support flexible and independent study.

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Clubs & Societies

Students can get involved in a wide range of clubs and societies across TUS, catering to all interests and experience levels, from competitive sport to social and recreational activities.

Student Supports

TUS offers a wide range of supports, including academic support, counselling, health services, careers guidance and disability support, helping students navigate both academic and personal aspects of university life.