Dublin City University - Qualifax

ATHLONE
INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
About the Institute
Athlone Institute of Technology aims to contribute to the
technological, scientific, commercial, economic, industrial,
social and cultural development of the State with particular
reference to the midland region, through the provision of a
balanced education to the highest international standard
founded in accessibility, mobility, collaborative links and
research excellence.
The Institute currently offers an extensive range of undergraduate and postgraduate
programmes to over 5,000 students. In relation to mature student learners the
Institute believe that Access is not simply about gaining a place at the Institute but
involves the student’s whole progression into and through their chosen course.
INSTITUTES OF TECHNOLOGY
Pre-entry activities/Outreach/Access courses
Foundation Certificate Course - AIT offer a full-time one year foundation course
for adult learners who wish to return to study after a break in their educational
experience and who may not have benefited fully from, or had access to previous
educational opportunities. Participants who successful complete the Foundation
Certificate are guaranteed entry to a Higher Certificate/Ordinary Degree course.
Information Seminars - The Access Officer provides on and/or off-campus, specifically
tailored, information sessions for interested groups with particular emphasis on
funding for third level education and courses offered. These groups include FAS,
VTOS, various Community Groups and a variety of re-training and education centres.
Open Evening - AIT host an open evening annually specifically designed for full-time
and part-time mature students.
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