Technological University of the Shannon (TUS)-Athlone Campus- Hospitality, Tourism & Leisure

Department of Hospitality, Tourism & Leisure Studies

Tourism is one of the world’s largest and most resilient industries. A successful tourism and hospitality experience depends on highly trained, expert staff and managers and you could be in a leadership role in this exciting industry. At the Department of Hospitality, Tourism and Leisure Studies our teaching staff combines their extensive industry experience and our rich links with employers in the locality to create the best learning experience, in theory, and practice.

The programmes are taught in our modern facilities on the TUS Athlone Campus which include:
• Licenced training bar
• Large open-plan reception area
• Two large-scale production kitchens
• Three Individual teaching kitchens and a specialised pastry kitchen
• 120-seat lecture and culinary demonstration theatre
• Bright and contemporary 100-seater training restaurant

We are proud of our links to local tourism businesses and our graduates are represented at every level of the industry at home and abroad. Take a closer look at the many options the Department has to offer in an industry where career opportunities abound.

Programmes Offered:
BA (Hons) in Hospitality Management with International Placement
BBS (Hons) in Sport Management with international placement
BA (Hons) in Physical Education Studies
BBS (Hons) in Business Studies with Event Management
Higher Certificate (Level 6) in Arts in Bar Supervision
Higher Certificate (Level 6) in Culinary Arts
Higher Certificate (Level 6) in Sport and Recreation