Welcome
The Faculty of Applied Sciences and Health provides a diverse range of programmes to our community from Forensic and Pharmaceutical Science to Software Development to Social Care Work. The academic level of our programmes ranges for higher certificate (Level 6) to ordinary degrees, honours degrees, master degrees and on to PhD (Level 10). The faculty is deeply committed to your education and development. We offer a wide range of programmes that reflect the needs of industry and community. Our teaching is modern and relevant through scholarship and research. In addition to a complete grounding in your relevant discipline there is a focus on quantitative reasoning, critical thinking, communication and teamwork. In other words, the development of the person and the professional in preparation for a 21st century career. Our philosophy of active learning, combined with small group delivery and self-directed study encourages students to take responsibility for their own learning, the training of the mind to think. All programmes have a six-month work placement module in Year 3. Most importantly, our faculty staff are friendly, welcoming, and supportive, they provide a nurturing environment which will enable you to reach your full potential.
“The value of a college education is not the learning of many facts but the training of the mind to think.”
Albert Einstein
Dean of Faculty
Dr. Maura Clancy
Email: FAST.midwest@tus.ie or Dass@tus.ie
Telephone: +353 61 293 073
Please see below information for each department within the Faculty of Applied Sciences & Health at the TUS Midwest campuses.
Department of Applied Science
Welcome to the Department of Applied Science at TUS Moylish (Limerick) and Thurles. We are delighted that you are considering starting your career in science with us. Not only are our graduates highly sought after by industry but also by international research centres as they are recognized for having the highest quality of Analytical Technical skills and problem solving abilities which span all scientific disciplines.
When you become a science student with us, 50% of your training will involve practical hands-on experience with industry relevant equipment which means you have what employers want from day one. We offer multiple pathways to completing your training to honours degree level and regardless of whether you start on a two-year course or a three-year course; you can achieve an honours degree in four years. On the other hand, should you decide that you want to take a break after completing two years of a four-year course you can exit with a Higher Certificate in that discipline, meaning that you get recognized for your work already done. You can also progress onto one of our research Masters and PhD opportunities with TUS. The path of your education is in your hands.
Applied Science offers a range of courses in the disciplines of Applied Biology, Biotechnology with Biopharmaceutical Science, Bioanalysis and Biotechnology, Environmental Science and Climate, Forensic and Pharmaceutical Science, Drug and Medicinal Product Analysis, Medical Technology and Agricultural Science and Sustainability.
Through the support of the lifelong learning the Department of Applied Science offers a range of flexible programmes for people looking to upskill and enhance their existing qualifications and experience. Our Industry approved programmes include: Postgraduate Diploma in Advanced Medical Technology, MSc in Advanced Medical Technology, BSc in Quality, Certificate in Quality Documentation, GMP and Data Integrity, Certificate in Quality Management and Statistics, Certificate in Regulatory affairs and Quality.
Whichever you choose, practical skills are at our core which give you a passport to the modern scientific world. So, if you are interested in any of our courses or want to walk through our state-of-the-art laboratories, just give us a call. You are most welcome.
Contacts
Head of Department
Dr. Peter Downey BSc, PhD
Email: Peter.Downey@tus.ie
Telephone: (061) 293000 (Limerick)
(0504) 28253 (Thurles)
Department of Applied Social Sciences
The Department of Applied Social Sciences is a dynamic, growing department which provides courses for the social and community sectors. The department delivers programmes on three TUS campuses: Ennis, Moylish (Limerick) and Thurles.
Our programmes enable graduates to be competent in the professional provision of care, protection, support, welfare and advocacy for vulnerable or dependent clients, individuals or groups. Our Social Care Work programmes are designed to produce holistically developed professionals who are prepared to work in a range of settings. These settings include: people with learning disabilities, those engaging with the probation services, people housed in hostels, those who are deemed as “at risk” in a variety of ways, children who have been identified as having experienced abuse, young people in residential care and people in communities who are in need of support.
The Community and Addiction Studies course offers participants the skills and competencies to work in the voluntary sector, as well as with State or NGO providers of community and social inclusion services. Graduates of this course pursue careers in community initiatives with a focus on inclusive practice, empowerment and collaboration.
Applied Psychology is a field of interest to anyone who wants a career that supports individuals, groups or organisations in achieving their goals. Our Applied Psychology programme is a qualification with a wide reach, from consumer behaviour to sports and education. Applied Psychology is a scientific study especially concerned with the practical applications of the mind, behaviour and of mental processes in relation to everyday life. The career opportunities with this degree are extensive, including education, health, crime, technology and substance use.
Contacts
Head of Department
Dr. Carole Glynn
Email: Carole.Glynn@tus.ie
Telephone: (061) 293000 (Limerick)
(0504) 28253 (Thurles)
Department of Information Technology
The Department of Information Technology at TUS (located in Limerick and Thurles) offers exciting, internationally recognised courses in the field of Games Development, Data Analytics & Cyber Security, Software Development, Computer Networks and Systems Management, Internet Systems Development and Interactive Digital Media.
Our courses are focused on practical skills development so that graduates can expect to take up employment in industries ranging from large multinational companies to small or medium enterprises. Graduates also have the opportunity to pursue postgraduate research through a rage of Research Centres within TUS.
Contacts
Head of Department
Dr. Janice O’Connell, B.Sc., Grad Dip, M.Sc, and PhD
Email: Janice.OConnell@tus.ie
Telephone: (061) 293000
Just Transition Academy
The EU Just Transition Fund’s single specific objective is: enabling regions and people to address the social, employment, economic and environmental impacts of the transition towards the Unions 2030 targets for energy and climate and a climate neutral economy of the Union by 20250, based on the Paris Agreement. This project is co-funded by the Government of Ireland and the European Union through the Just Transition Fund.
Our Just Transition Academy project deadline for completion is 31st March 2026.
The TUS Just Transition Academy (JTA) and Research Observatory based in Offaly has a primary objective to; expand existing opportunities and implement new education, training and skills programmes targeted at communities in Co. Offaly most affected by the transition to climate neutrality and closure of peat production, and least likely to engage in traditional style education.
This is being achieved through a collaborative, partnership approach with Offaly Local Development Company (OLDC), Laois & Offaly Education Training Board (LOETB) and Offaly County Council (OCC), inspired by the Communiversity movement and bringing the university into the community. The project origins are rooted in community-based discussions and planning dating back several years and the comprehensive work “to develop a collaborative model of bottom-up development in Offaly as a model for engagement by a university with its community” undertaken by Andrea Broughton, Paul Dowling, Cécile Weber and Robert Pollock on behalf of START in February 2024.
Just Tranisition Academy
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