BArch (Hons) at ATU Secures RIAI Accreditation

The Bachelor of Architecture at Atlantic Technological University (ATU) officially became Ireland’s newest Architecture programme, following the RIAI Accreditation Procedures and ratification by the RIAI Council on Friday 18 October. This designation positions ATU as the sixth university in Ireland offering an RIAI-accredited qualification in architecture.

Welcoming the announcement of the RIAI accreditation, ATU President, Dr Orla Flynn said, “We extend our gratitude to the RIAI for their accreditation and their guidance throughout the process over the years.

This accreditation not only enhances our academic offerings but also creates vital opportunities for our students to engage in a programme that is both relevant and responsive to contemporary architectural challenges. Having an RIAI accredited course will allow architecture students to study and work in the region.”

Atlantic Technological University offers Undergraduate, Postgraduate and Lifelong Learning opportunities for aspiring higher education students. Learning is and will be the core activity of the Institute, bringing students, staff and the region together to share, apply, test and create knowledge. Out of ATU’s five campuses, the Galway Campus is the largest and home of the Institute’s administrative headquarters. Overlooking Galway Bay, the campus remains one of Galway City’s iconic landmarks due to its distinctive architecture and design. The modern building hosts an IT Centre and the Library. Business, Tourism, Engineering, Science a wide range of courses are available on this campus.

Galway City is also home to ATU’s The Centre for Creative Arts and Media. A stones throw away from the city centre, the campus focuses in courses in art & design, textiles, and film & documentary that cater to aspiring creative students, who are looking to gain on hands experience to prepare them for Art and Multimedia sectors. The building consists of high ceilings, wide windows and spacious room, while the library is constructed with Irish oak using a distinct ecclesiastical theme.

The Mayo Campus of Atlantic Technological University opened its doors to students back in 1994 and now offers modern facilities and services for both students and staff. Courses in Nursing, Business, Sciences, Tech among others are the main focus at the Mayo Campus. The National Centre for Excellence in Furniture Design and Technology is located in North-West Connamara at ATU’s Letterfrack Campus. The Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology was the first institute in Ireland to house a agricultural college, originally set up by the Franciscan Brothers in 1904. Today students at Mountbellow have the choice between two degrees on the campus – Rural Enterprise & Agribusiness or Agriculture & Environmental Management.

Among the excellent academic services provided by ATU, there are also great recreational facilities for its students to avail of including GAA, rugby, soccer, athletics, indoor sports and a selection of clubs and societies.