Project Description

ATU Connemara

ATU Connemara is an educational partnership between Connemara West and Atlantic Technological University, employing more than 40 full-time, part-time and visiting staff.

The ATU Connemara campus is the National Centre for Excellence in Furniture Design and Technology. It is regarded both nationally and internationally as a leading provider of third-level programmes in furniture, wood products and teacher education (Design Graphics and Construction). This campus is home to over 200 students, studying five different degree programmes. Students have access to state-of-the-art workshop facilities with the most advanced machinery and computer technology.

The Connemara campus has links to major furniture design and manufacturing companies around the globe, allowing students to avail of work placement opportunities with leaders in furniture design and manufacturing. Graduates are recognised for their innovative, creative and responsive approach to projects. They frequently win, and are shortlisted for, national and international awards that influence and develop the furniture design industry.

Connemara West plc supplies support systems for ATU Connemara and works with the college to develop facilities for students and staff.

Website:  www.atu.ie/campus/connemara