Expand+Applications for online programmes are accepted on the atu sligo website.

All programmes advertised will run subject to sufficient student numbers.

ATU sligo online has two intakes per year, the main one being in September with a smaller ...

Hide-Applications for online programmes are accepted on the atu sligo website.

All programmes advertised will run subject to sufficient student numbers.

ATU sligo online has two intakes per year, the main one being in September with a smaller listing of programmes for January. For confirmation on start dates check www.itsligo.ie/online

For September, applications open from 1st February each year. Closing date for receipt of applications is 31st august.

For January, applications open from 1st November each year. Closing date for applications is mid-January.

The online application form requires personal details, previous qualifications, professional accreditations, employment history and a personal statement. We recommend collating all the necessary paperwork i.e. Transcripts of previous qualifications, academic certificates before you submit an application.

Once submitted, our admissions team will contact you to confirm eligibility and request copies of any previous qualifications.

Academic staff review every application and approve eligible candidates for the programme.

Admissions team will notify you if you are accepted onto the course and will request deposit to confirm your place.

Places are limited, so please apply early.

Expand+1 year part-time

Delivery Method: Online

On-Campus Attendance
No attendance required.

Most of our online courses have about 2-3 hours of live lectures per week (but this can vary per programme). The rest of your study time consists of ind...

Hide-1 year part-time

Delivery Method: Online

On-Campus Attendance
No attendance required.

Most of our online courses have about 2-3 hours of live lectures per week (but this can vary per programme). The rest of your study time consists of independent learning, communicating with your lecturers and classmates and carrying out assignments.

Live lectures normally take place between 6pm and 10pm, Monday to Thursday but this may vary depending on the availability of specific lecturers. If the Live Classroom scheduled times for the live online lectures do not suit you, recordings will be made available through Moodle and other accessible platforms. These recordings can be downloaded and watched later, at a time that suits you.

Please note, you may be required to take some time off work for the below:

• Exams Christmas Exams: 2 – 4 days in January each year. Summer Exams: 2 – 4 days in May each year.

• Workshops/Practical Classes: Approximately 2 – 4 days per year depending on the course you are studying. You will receive notification of the dates from your lecturer for each specific subject requirement.

During our Online & Flexible Learning Induction, you will meet with your Course Co-ordinator who will be available to answer any questions you might have, and they will give you your timetable for the upcoming academic year.

If you have any further questions, please contact our Admissions Team on admissions@itsligo.ie.

To help balance work, life, and online learning, it is important to understand the time that you will have to dedicate to your studies. This will help you to stay focused, reduce stress, and achieve your goals while also working full-time.

For part-time online or blended learning, it is recommended that you should try to allow for 5-6 hours per week per 5 credit module to your studies.

Expand+The certificate in Construction Site Management has been developed to provide a progression route for those with a level 6 trade cert or other construction related level 6 into Construction Management. The course is focused on the skills Construction...

Hide-The certificate in Construction Site Management has been developed to provide a progression route for those with a level 6 trade cert or other construction related level 6 into Construction Management. The course is focused on the skills Construction Managers need in the areas of Site Management, Project Feasibility, Planning and Control and Contract Administration and Procurement. The course also through Building Surveying provides the site manager with a practical knowledge of good site practices to mitigate against building defects and also covers good site practices when building and renovating to Near Zero Energy Building (NZEB) standard.

Delivered fully online part-time, over 1 academic year the course provides the opportunity for career progression in that it contains 30 out of the 60 credits needed to complete the professionally accredited BSc in Construction Management. Graduates from the programme may elect to complete the additional 30 credits of the Digital Construction Technology course and in doing so attain the BSc in Construction Management and in doing so gain membership of the professional body, CIOB.


The Certificate in Construction Site Management is delivered online through distance learning utilising a combination of live lectures, which are also recorded and blended learning techniques. This enables learners to work at their own pace and fit in their coursework around their existing work commitments and lifestyle. Course content and lecture material are uploaded to our Moodle course management system. The course is delivered online and can be taken totally from your own home with no requirement to visit the ATU Sligo's campus including examinations which can also be undertaken online or on campus.

Expand+Career Opportunities
This programme is focused on key areas of expertise for Site Managers including areas project feasibility & planning, time and cost control, site management, contract administration and Procurement. It also has a focus on good s...

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This programme is focused on key areas of expertise for Site Managers including areas project feasibility & planning, time and cost control, site management, contract administration and Procurement. It also has a focus on good site practice and quality control required in meeting requirements of nZEB and passive building standards for retrofits and new builds. The programme is aimed at enabling those industry professionals who currently hold an NFQ level 6 construction related qualification such as a trade or cert acquire the technical knowledge they require to progress in their profession and academically.

Further Study
Graduates, with a pass grade in this programme may complete the Certificate in Digital Construction Technology L7 after, which on completion they will have successfully completed all modules of and be entitled to the awards of BSc in Construction Management L7.