The document promotes studying at Waterford Institute of Technology (WIT) in Ireland, highlighting the quality education, personal attention in small class sizes, and a supportive environment. It outlines the various programs offered at WIT, from undergraduate to postgraduate studies, and mentions competitive tuition fees along with potential scholarships. Additionally, it emphasizes the welcoming nature of the Irish people and the appealing lifestyle in Waterford city, known for its beautiful landscapes and mild climate.

1. www.Ireland4Study.com

3. Where is Waterford?

4. Why Ireland? The main working language is English Good educational system: qualifications are recognised worldwide Education in Ireland helped to create “The Celtic Tiger” economy Colleges are small: personal attention for students

5. The environment is clean and safe Part-time work permitted – 20 hours per week Irish people are warm and hospitable to overseas students

6. Why Study in Waterford City? Fifth city of Ireland: population of 75,000 Capital of and gateway to the SE Region Beautiful region with mountains, rivers and a long coastline and the climate is mild

7. What makes WIT different? WIT is an autonomous, state sector university-level Institute operating within the Irish National Qualifications framework WIT’s offers a competitive tuition fee structure Small class sizes Scholarships

8. College Street

9. Main Campus Profile : Resources

10. Luke Wadding Library

11. 1200 Reading Spaces 300 Computer Spaces Conference Rooms Learning Support Assistive Technology Post Graduate Areas

12. IT Building

14. School of Business & Accountancy Accounting Business Studies Finance Marketing Retail Management International Business

15. Applied Social Studies Communications Hospitality, Tourism Languages & Marketing Legal & Business Art & Music School of Humanities

16. Sports Science Exercise & Health Studies Health Promotion Recreation & Leisure Nursing (General & Psychiatric) Intellectual Disability Nursing School of Health Science

17. Architecture & Architectural Technology Construction Electronics Building Technology Civil Engineering School of Engineering

18. Agriculture Science & Forestry Biology Chemistry Biotechnology Computing Pharmaceutical Science Horticulture School of Science

19. Undergraduate & Post Graduate Bridging Programme Prepares students for academic life – time to acclimatise September / January / June Intakes Strong foundation in English – including IELTS preparation Study skills, library skills, research skills European Computer Driving Licence June Intake is free for Postgraduate Applicants

20. Students getting over 60%, guaranteed a place in WIT Increases a student’s chance of getting higher grades in their undergraduate / post graduate course 8 months duration commencing October or January

21. Flexible entry and exit points Entry from School or Bridging Course 2 years: Higher Certificate +1 Year: B. Degree +1 Year: Honours B. Degree + 1-2 Years :Masters Degree +1-2 Years: Doctorate

22. Taught Masters Programmes (1 Year) Business Internationalisation Marketing Economics/Finance Management Humanities MA Creative Writing MA Hospitality Management Hospitality Management Education MA Teaching and Learning MA Management in Education

23. Computing - MSc Telecommunications Software MSc Computing Information Systems MSc Multimedia (Two Year MSc Available for Non IT graduates) Engineering - MSc International Construction Management - MSc Construction Project Management MSc Electronics Health Sciences MSc Nursing MA Sports Psychology Taught Masters Programmes (1 Year)

24. Postgraduate Studies by Research Masters and Doctoral Levels The main research centres in WIT are: Telecommunications Software Development Biotechnology / Bioremediation Electronics – Microelectronics and Mobile Technology Smart Card Technology Separation Science

25. Health Behaviour Research Healthcare Management and Economics E-Learning Technologies Forestry Materials Science Postgraduate Studies by Research Masters and Doctoral Levels

26. Academic Links WIT is interested in all aspects of academic co-operation. We are creating an organisation that is part of the international network of scholars and learners. Example of international activities; - Student / staff exchange and transfer - Year abroad - Joint Curriculum projects - Joint Research Projects - Joint conferences - E-Learning projects - Social, cultural and sporting exchanges - Summer Schools

27. Bridging €5550 per year (€2775 – 1 semester) Undergraduate €7950 per year Postgraduate €9250 per year Students who study with us for their undergraduate degree receive a “part–scholarship” for their postgraduate studies (50% discount). Estimated Living Costs: rent food bus fares + insurance etc = €7000 Tuition Fees & Living Costs

28. Waterford Institute of Technology www.Ireland4Study.com www.wit.ie Thank you for your attention