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School of Science and Computing

A broad range of courses with a strong emphasis on practical skills.

ATU's School of Science and Computing offers a broad range of undergraduate degree programmes, and is comprised of four departments.

  • Analytical, Biopharmaceutical & Medical Sciences
  • Computer Science & Applied Physics
  • Natural Resources & the Environment
  • Sport, Exercise & Nutrition

We place a strong emphasis on active investigation, giving students the opportunity to acquire research skills through practical projects and work placements.

This style of learning helps in developing graduate skills and attributes that are attractive to employers. 

Computing lab at GMIT School of Science and Computing

Studying Science at ATU

Departments in the School of Science & Computing
Computing students with lecturer at GMIT Galway campus

Student Work Placements

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School of Science and Computing

Head of School (Acting)
Dr Lisa Ryan (email link)

Department of Analytical Biopharmaceutical & Medical Sciences

Head of Department
Dr Eugene McCarthy (email link)

Department of Computer Science & Applied Physics

Head of Department
Gareth Roe (email link)

Department of Natural Resources & The Environment

Head of Department
Dr Ian O’Connor (email link)

Department of Sport, Exercise & Nutrition

Head of Department (Acting)
Dr Robert Mooney (email link)

School Administration

Martina Linnane
+353 (0)91 742178
Scienceoffice.galwaymayo@atu.ie

Michelle Healy
+353 (0)91 742452
Scienceoffice.galwaymayo@atu.ie

Sarah Mc Gauley

+353 (0)91 742529
Scienceoffice.galwaymayo@atu.ie

Suzanne Dempsey

+353 (0)91 742209
Scienceoffice.galwaymayo@atu.ie