The aim of this award is to provide relevant, professional education for students on all aspects of the planning, marketing and management of events and public relations programmes in this multifaceted industry.

Graduates can expect to find employment in a variety of event, PR and entertainment enterprises including conference and convention centres, charitable non-profit organisations, national and regional tourism organisations, hotels, public relations firms, event management agencies, sports and leisure centres, community development organisations, arts and music festivals, multinational companies and public sector organisations.

Are you a skilled multitasker with a passion for organization? Do you want to build a career in the exciting and dynamic field of office administration? This Executive Secretary/PA course is perfect for you! This hands-on course prepares students for employment opportunities in any administrative setting by providing a broad and balanced program, while allowing for individuality through the selection of elective modules. The specialist modules allow students to focus on their chosen area of interest, whether it’s medical or legal settings, financial services such as insurance companies or banks, or social media administration.

The course has a strong business and management emphasis, preparing students for employment in managerial roles.

This is not a CAO entry course - course fees required - apply directly to the college.

This course has been designed in response to the wellness movement that has captured the sports, recreation and exercise world. The addition of new modules such as Health Promotion and Understanding Mental Health bring a new focus which captures the importance of maintaining an active and healthy body and mind. Learners also have the opportunity to obtain the Certificate in Exercise and Fitness provided by the National Council for Exercise and Fitness and accredited by the University of Limerick (subject to numbers).

This course qualifies you as a Fitness Professional with a strong portfolio of specialisms which include  Advanced Personal Training and Strength & Conditioning for Athletes and Teams. This four year honours degree in Exercise & Health Fitness Management provides you with a broad introduction to a career in the fitness industry. In the first year, you will study a curriculum to qualify as a Fitness Instructor/Gym Instructor.

This is an additional one year course designed to prepare students for a career in sports coaching, the sports and leisure industry or to provide a pathway to further study.

This is a one-year, intensive full-time programme that aims to develop skills and knowledge necessary to pursue a career in the leisure and fitness industry with a focus on coaching. Learners also have the opportunity to obtain the Certificate in Exercise and Fitness provided by the National Council for Exercise and Fitness and accredited by the University of Limerick (subject to numbers).

This course is designed to provide students with the opportunity to further develop the range of skills completed at level 5 for a career in the fitness and leisure industry as well as providing learners with the expertise to work on a one-to-one basis as an advanced Personal Trainer OR Sports Massage Therapist.

The course covers a range of practical application with skill-based learning and the theory at the core of the outcomes. Learn the technical know-how, improve your own fitness, and learn to instruct others in a safe way. Practical work is carried out in a gym environment. Students will also have the opportunity to gain a swim teacher qualification.

Exercise Sciences (Common Entry) is an exciting new four year degree path for those wishing to pursue a programme of study in the area of exercise science but who also wish to graduate in a specialist field. It is for students interested in Exercise Science as a broad career, but who are unsure about their specific areas of interest or career plan.

Successful completion of the first two years of the common entry programme in Exercise Science is required in order to progress onto one of the specialist Level 8 exit award pathways.

The world of facilities and workplace management is changing rapidly – evolving far beyond buildings and operations into a strategic discipline driving sustainability, ESG, workplace experience, innovation, and smart technology. The BSc (Hons) in Workplace and Facilities Management has been designed for professionals working in facilities management, workplace operations, or related support services who want to future-proof their careers with a recognised, industry-focused degree.

The Farm Manager Apprenticeship is the gold standard for farm management and farm ownership training in Ireland. The Farm Manager Apprenticeship is for anyone who wishes to pursue a managerial career in the agricultural sector or existing personnel employed on farms to progress with their existing educational qualifications.

The programme aims to equip trainee farmers with management skills to successfully run farm enterprises. This is an excellent opportunity to earn while you learn while gaining valuable experience on commercial farms to progress your career opportunities into farm management.

You’ll acquire a comprehensive understanding of the principal operational and strategic issues involved in the management of retail & services-based enterprises in the context of both national and international business. You’ll become familiar with the business specialties and disciplines affecting both operational and strategic management decisions in such enterprises.

This course offers hands-on learning experiences, and you’ll study relevant topics like sustainability, trend research, product development, garment technology, fashion marketing, leadership, and more, all tailored to meet the demands of today’s competitive fashion environment.

Fashion Retailing is a global, growth industry that provides challenging and rewarding career opportunities. Retail management is the achievement of company goals through effective and efficient planning, leadership, organisation and control of internal resources.

This course is the perfect opportunity to gain insider knowledge into the world of fashion from Styling to Fashion Buying, Fashion Promotion to Business Management including Event Management and Sales. This course is designed to enable participants to gain the knowledge, skills and expertise required for an exciting career in the fashion industry.

The BA (Hons) in Fashion Design gives students a comprehensive and rigorous preparation for careers in fashion design. The programme emphasises project-based learning, requiring learners to experiment and innovate in order to create imaginative design solutions. Assignments include industry-based projects to ensure graduates will have the skills to take up employment, either for a company or as independent designers.