The Culinary Entrepreneurship degree offers a unique combination of culinary and enterprise modules that equip you with the skills to work – or set up your own business – in the food industry. You will develop knowledge and skills in all aspects of culinary techniques, as well as in management, marketing, finance and innovation to support your personal and professional development. The course combines creativity, artistry, business acumen and experiential learning to provide an enjoyable and engaging student experience.  

This is an exciting course, which includes a compulsory overseas work placement. You will study the full suite of topics related to managing hospitality at the highest level, including bar, restaurant, front office and food and beverage management. Tourism is one the largest indigenous employers in Ireland, with 230,000 people employed in the industry. Students take two work placements during this course, in the summer of 2nd year and in the summer of 3rd year.  

The BA (Hons) in Physical Education Studies aims to equip learners with the knowledge, skills, and specific expertise to pursue successful leadership roles in sports-related or business contexts. A key focus of this program is to provide graduates with the knowledge and applied skills to develop, implement and manage inclusive physical activity programs that promote healthy eating, lifestyle management, and overall wellness.

The modules comprising this study of Physical Education are mapped on the programme’s key themes of physical activity, lifestyle and wellness, and business. The programme includes an integrated work placement or study abroad option and culminates in an applied research consultancy project in the fourth year.

The Bachelor of Arts in Physical Education with Business programme will offer a comprehensive education in the dynamic intersections of physical education and business, catering to the growing demand for professionals in these fields both in Ireland and internationally.

The programme is designed to ensure, that upon completion, graduates will be equipped to pursue a variety of careers in PE, business education, sport and general business. The aim of this program is to provide and empower students with the essential skills, expertise and proficiencies required to thrive in the realm of physical education and business.

The aim of this programme is to provide and empower students with the essential skills, expertise and proficiencies required to thrive in the realm of physical education and business. The key features of this four-year programme have been designed to reflect the dynamic global environment in which physical education, business and sport operate and will prepare students for entry into employment in the areas of both sport and business.

Offering a balance of theoretical and practical learning that explores the latest trends and practices in event management, this course equips you with the practical skills to coordinate the interconnected aspects of the process from pre-event planning and design to post-event debriefing and evaluation, and to progress to leadership roles in the events sector. Business Studies with Event Management includes both the creative and business aspects of event management. During your studies, you are encouraged and facilitated to further develop your creativity and also acquire strong business know-how.  

The BBs (Hons) in Business Studies with Event Management includes both the creative and business aspects of event management. During your studies, you are encouraged and facilitated to further develop your creativity and also acquire strong business know-how. By combining technical event management skills with business competencies, you can work and progress your career in a wide range of event-related settings. There is a full semester of work placement and/or the option to study at one of our partner universities across Europe, as well as regular field trips and guest lectures. 

This course covers both the creative and business aspects of the beauty and spa sector. Learning and practising in well-equipped workshops, you are encouraged and facilitated to further develop your creativity and also acquire strong business know-how. By combining technical beauty and spa skills with business/management competencies, the course equips you to work and progress in a wide range of beauty and spa settings.

The overarching aim of this programme is to equip students with the skills, knowledge, and competencies required to successfully navigate the international arena in the disciplines of business and fashion management.

The key features of this four-year programme have been designed to reflect the dynamic global fashion environment in which creativity, sustainability, digital, and business acumen are key.

This BSc (Honours) in Nutrition and Health Science course is a unique interfacial degree with an equal emphasis on both nutrition and health science. This course provides an approach to nutrition that is based on the scientific and academic principles of biology, biochemistry, social and public health aspects of human nutrition, as well as encompassing emerging issues such as biotechnology, food sustainability and security. This course develops students, across the disciplines of nutritional science, health promotion, research and practice-based nutrition, to build competencies towards becoming an accredited nutritionist.

This degree combines areas such as performance testing, nutrition, physiology, strength and conditioning and biomechanics. Over the course of four years, students will learn the underpinnings and applied disciplines of sports science, positioning graduates as a sports scientist who can pursue further study or work in practice with individual athletes, sports teams and general community and clinical groups to enhance participation, performance and health in sport. 

The interesting blend of both sports and business modules provides graduates with the skills, knowledge and competencies to work in either sport or business management, maximising employment opportunities. Students particularly enjoy the practical activities, learning through doing, which are central to the learning experience on this course. Develop your network of contacts through our professional links with various Sports Partnerships, the GAA, Camogie Association, FAI, Treaty United, Munster Rugby, Thomond Park Stadium and Sport Ireland.

This highly practical course provides graduates with the skills, knowledge, and competencies to work in a broad range of sports roles, maximising employment opportunities. Our curriculum is designed to bridge the gap between theory and practice, where you will gain practical skills that will set you apart in the competitive sports industry. During your practical sports placement you will have the opportunity to work with teams, organisations and athletes putting your skills into action and building essential connections. You will also get the opportunity to obtain extra coaching certificates, enhancing your qualifications and opening more career opportunities. 

The term sports injury refers to the kinds of injuries that most commonly occur during sports or exercise. In this honours degree, students will become skilled in the prevention, assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal injuries related to physical activity. 

This course draws upon expertise from psychologists, nutritionists, exercise and sport scientists, and public health professionals to provide you with the knowledge and skills to improve the general health of various sectors of society using exercise courses, physical activity and nutrition. While bringing together the social, behavioural, biological and biomedical sciences to facilitate the development and improvement of existing interventional techniques. Being physically active and having a healthy diet are important for people of all ages to maintain their health and well being. 

The BSc (Hons) Applied Sports Science with Strength and Conditioning prepares students to work with children, youths, and adults in various sporting environments. This course focuses on the applied nature of exercise science.

The course content will be delivered through theory and practical classes. We place a significant emphasis on preparing students to be able to deliver the knowledge through practical coaching sessions. Over the four years, students will study the components of fitness, the principles of training, sports nutrition, sports psychology, learn how to analyse biomechanical movements and the science of sport.

The BSc (Hons) Applied Sports Science with Performance Technology prepares students to work in an emerging field of sports analysis. This course is underpinned with exercise science to provide students with the background knowledge of developing sports performance.

This course provides a comprehensive understanding of the scientific principles and practical applications of nutrition and exercise in sports performance. The key features of this four-year programme have been designed to reflect the dynamic global sporting environment in which sports nutrition, testing, analysis, and businesses operate. 

History at Ulster will stimulate your intellectual curiosity and challenge you to think critically about the world around you. You will develop a wide range of written, verbal, and analytical skills through the study of the historical processes that have shaped modern society. You will explore topics such as Film and the Vietnam War, Witchcraft and Magic, the Russian Revolution, United States' Foreign Policy and many more.

If you are interested in teaching as a career you may decide to add Education to your degree ‘mix’ at undergraduate level before applying for a Postgraduate Certificate in Education after you have completed your degree. Each Education module usually involves a two hour lecture plus a one hour seminar each week. In addition, you will have the opportunity for undertaking directed independent learning, which will enhance your potential for self-motivated study.

Are you fascinated by the spectrum of human creativity in art, design, architecture, film, fashion, media and digital culture? Are you interested in the history and theory of the objects, processes and cultural institutions that comprise our contemporary world? This new pathway to a part time BA in Visual Culture is aimed at students who are not in a position to commit to a full time course by spreading their learning over time.

We run a training Salon. This is to help learners to gain confidence, practice and work experience before they leave the centre. As well as gaining your VTCT qualification learners complete other QQI modules to help with their progression in their new career. This gives learners a great start in their Beauty Career.