Colleges, Graduate Schools, universities, business schools at Galway, Dublin, Lisburn, Belfast in Ireland

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Colleges, Universities, Law and Medical Schools in Ireland

Colleges, universities and graduate schools in Ireland that offer graduate programs in the areas of engineering and applied sciences, computer science, business management, bio-chemistry, bio-medicine, medicine, law, education, chemical engineering, mechanical and fine arts leading to an MS, MBA or a Ph.D.

1. All Hallows College
   The college strives to make education and training accessible to the widest possible number of people. Currently students of all ages are studying Theology, Philosophy, Pastoral Care, Psychology and related subjects from basic introductory to Masters and PhD level.
   
   
2. American College Dublin (ACD)
   Degree programs at ACD are constructed around a liberal arts core, common to all programmes. Through the introduction modules in history, literature, psychology, sociology and the humanities, you will gain greater self-knowledge and greater confidence.
   
   
3. AMI Montessori College
   The Association Montessori Internationale, which is affiliated to the United Nations through UNESCO, was founded in 1929 by Dr. Maria Montessori to promote her work and protect the authenticity of that work.The present board and pedagogical committee accredit A.M.I. teacher training courses throughout the world.
   
   
4. Ashfield College
   Ashfield offers a wide range of programmes ranging from University Preparation (The Leaving Certificate) to accredited Diplomas and Graduate Diplomas in Business/Accounting. Fulltime professional computer training courses are also available.
   
   
5. Athlone Institute of Technology
   The School of Business consists of two departments Business and Management Studies Professional Accountancy, Financial Services and Business Computing The courses offered by the school have been designed and developed to allow students the opportunity to acquire knowledge.
   
   
6. Ballsbridge College of Further Education
   Courses in Ballsbridge College are designed to offer the best education and training available in the area of business.Ballsbridge College has a long tradition of providing business courses and skills training. It is continually upgrading its portfolio of courses to meet changing educational needs.
   
   
7. Ballyfermot College of Further Education
   Offers Art & Design, Moving Images, Media, Music Performance Production & Management, Business, Computing, Travel, Tourism & Receptiona and Preliminary Engineering
   
   
8. Beech Hill College
   Beech Hill College is a multi-denominational, co-educational, democratically administered second level College under County Monaghan Vocational Education Committee.The College provides a wide range of classes for adults in Autumn and in Spring Terms.
   
   
9. Burren College of Art - Time, Space and Inspiration
   Burren College of Art is committed to the initial education of artists, and to their continuing professional development. offer graduate, undergraduate and artist residency programmes to students and artists from around the world.
   
   
10. Dorset College
    Offer courses for candidates in the areas of Business, Information Technology, Legal, Administration, English Language, Teacher Training, Psychology and Child Care courses.All courses are accredited by leading Educational Examining Bodies. The approval of the College by numerous Accreditation Bodies is a further benchmark of quality for the premises, courses and tutors.
    
    
11. Dublin City University
    computing, electronic engineering, mechanical & manufacturing engineering, biotechnology, chemical sciences, mathematical sciences, nursing, physical sciences, health and human performance, applied language & intercultural studies, communications, education studies, fiontar, law and government
    
    
12. Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies
    The Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies is a statutory corporation established in 1940 under the Institute for Advanced Studies Act of that year. It is a publicly-funded independent centre for research in basic disciplines. The Institute has three constituent schools. The School of Celtic Studies, The School of Theoretical Physics and The School of Cosmic Physics.
    
    
13. Dublin Institute of Technology
    Dublin Institute of Technology has a long-established commitment to lifelong learning, part-time programmes and continuing professional development. Many of the programmes have been developed in response to the needs of learners or business, and where there is demand for new programmes
    
    
14. Dublin Language Centre and Camp Ireland - ATC Ireland
    Offers a wide choice of courses for students of different ages and levels of English, all of which are approved by the Department of Education. The courses, which are conducted by fully qualified teachers, have an international reputation for academic excellence.
    
    
15. Ennis Business College
    Offers IT/Computer, Business, Management and Administration, Psychology and Counselling, Law, Business Accounts, Accounting Technician and Certified Public Accountant, Health & Safety, Training and Development, Journalism, Softskills, Childcare
    
    
16. Griffith College Dublin
    Griffith College scoop awards for the fifth year running at the Oxygen National Student Media Awards.The College has gained a reputation for providing students with first class lectures and excellent study material.Offers Business Studies, Journalism & Media Communications, Law, Computing, Design
    
    
17. Institute of Technology - TRALEE
    The Institute of Technology, Tralee is a university-level institution with courses in Business Studies, Humanities & Social Studies, Hotel, Catering & Tourism, Engineering & Construction, Science & Computing, and Nursing & Healthcare, with progression paths from National Certificate & Diploma to primary degree to Masters to Ph.D.
    
    
18. Institute of Technology Blanchardstown
    ITB first opened its doors to students in 1999 and now caters for almost 1,500 students. In addition, to the economic infrastructure surrounding the Institute the area is served by a number of amenities including the National Aquatic Centre, which is unique in Ireland, a major hospital and a wide variety of recreational venues including the Phoenix Park.
    
    
19. Institute of Technology Tallaght - ITT Dublin
    At the The Institute of Technology Tallaght, we can offer you a course closely suited to your personal needs and future career plans. The Institute of Technology Tallaght is fully committed to Research and Development as a core activity.
    
    
20. Institute of Technology, Sligo - IT Sligo
    The Institute has a wide range of modern, well equipped laboratories, studios and workshops where students gain first-hand experience of, and training on, sophisticated scientific, engineering and business equipment.
    
    
21. Irish Management Institute - IMI
    Offers MSc in Management Practice, MSc in Organisational Behaviour, MSc Business Administration Programme, Masters of Information Technology, Henley Masters in Business Administration (Open Learning) and BA in Management. It is the only B School in Ireland to be globally ranked by the Financial Times.
    
    
22. Letterkenny Institute of Technology - LYIT
    In recent years LYIT has developed considerably its physical infrastructure and teaching resources. Offers courses such as Business Courses, Computing Courses, Design Courses, Engineering Courses, Nursing Courses, Science Courses
    
    
23. Limperts Academy of Design
    Limperts Academy of Design is the Awarding Body of Professional design courses that are internationally recognised.Offers Interior Design & Interior Architecture, Image & Fashion Styling, Landscape & Garden Design, Fashion Styling, Image Consultancy, Colour Consultancy, Lighting Design, Project Management, Commercial Design Consultancy, Curtain & Soft Furnishings
    
    
24. Milltown Institute of Theology and Philosophy
    The College offers a high level of personal student support due to the generous ratio of staff to students, giving learners the opportunity to discuss their work in detail with course presenters.It offers civil and ecclesiastical awards up to doctoral level in Theology, Philosophy and Spirituality. The programs offered by the college are recognized by The National University of Ireland.
    
    
25. National College of Ireland
    Through the campus in the IFSC, our network of 40 off-campus centres, on-site educational hubs within industry, and online programme, NCI are committed to enabling learners to avail of leading edge programmes in Business, Management, Financial Services, Informatics, Humanities, and related fields, in a flexible and accessible manner that meets their needs.
    
    
26. National University of Ireland
    NUI, National University of Ireland, is a federal university comprising the largest element of the Irish university system at the present time. 'National University of Ireland' currently comprises four Constituent Universities and five Recognised Colleges.
    
    
27. National University of Ireland (NUI), Maynooth
    NUI Maynooth is a dynamic and innovative university of some 5,500 students from every county in Ireland as well as an increasing number of international students.There are five faculties at NUI Maynooth - Arts, Science, Engineering, Celtic Studies and Philosophy.
    
    
28. National University of Ireland, Galway
    Since the 1960's the University has experienced significant and continuous growth, both in its stock of buildings, facilities and physical resources and also in the numbers of its students and staff.Offer strong programmes of teaching and research throughout its seven Faculties, namley Arts, Science, Commerce, Engineering, Celtic Studies, Medicine & Health Sciences, and Law
    
    
29. Pallaskenry Agricultural College
    Three full time courses are offered here at Pallaskenry, Vocational Certificate in Agriculture (FETAC), Advanced Certificate in Farm Machinery (FETAC), National Certificate in Technology in Agricultural Mechanisation (HETAC)
    
    
30. Portobello College
    Portobello College Dublin is an independent third level college that, through its innovation and commitment to academic excellence, aims to become one of Ireland's leading providers of undergraduate business training for employment.
    
    
31. Rockwell College
    It is one of the Ireland's premier boarding schools. The college is vibrant and active with a strong tradition of producing high calibre students ready to take on the world and win. Sports are of course part of the daily routine at Rockwell and all the latest reports can be viewed on the Sports page.
    
    
32. Royal College of Physicians of Ireland (RCPI)
    Offers Internal Medicine, Paediatrics and Child Health, Public Health Medicine, Pathology, Occupational Medicine ,Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Sports & Exercise Medicine, Accident & Emergency Medicine
    
    
33. Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland
    Offers education through Faculty of Dentistry, Faculty of Nursing, Faculty of Radiologists, Faculty of Sports and Exercise Medicine, RCPI and RCSI
    
    
34. Shannon College of Hotel Management
    As a college of the National University of Ireland, Shannon College offers two degree routes to an international business and hotel management career.The Bachelor of Business Studies Degree in International Hotel Management (BBS) is a four year degree program that comprises 6 academic semesters and 2 professional placements.
    
    
35. Trinity College Dublin
    Offers Arts (Humanities), Arts (Letters), Business, Economic and Social Studies, Engineering and Systems Sciences, Health Sciences, Science
    
    
36. University College Cork
    At UCC you can study for a degree in any of the major scientific disciplines ranging from Astrophysics to Zoology and also offer Arts and Celtic Studies, Commerce, Engineering, Food Science and Technology, Law, Medicine, Health, Science
    
    
37. University College Dublin
    UCD traces its origins to the Catholic University of Ireland founded in 1854 with Cardinal John Henry Newman, author of the celebrated 'The Idea of a University', as its first rector. Since then the University has played a central role in Ireland's advancement as a dynamic and highly successful European state and, in addition, has educated generations of international students from over 50 countries.
    
    
38. University of Limerick
    Offers Aeronautical Engineering, Applied Languages, Applied Computing and Network Technologies, Applied Languages with Computing, Applied Physics, Biomedical and Advanced Materials, Biomedical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering
    
    
39. Waterford Institute of Technology (WIT)
    Waterford Institute of Technology provides education up to doctorate level for full time and part time students. The institute also contributes to the economic, cultural, scientific and technological development of Waterford city, its region and Ireland as a whole.
    
    

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