Work Placements - Science

Student work placement is an integral element of science courses in ATU.

Our placement partner companies include large multinationals, research institutions, and state and semi-state bodies (some are listed below).

 

Why take a ATU Science student on work placement?

  • Our students are informed and skilled individuals who can make a worthwhile contribution to your organisation

  • They are motivated and enthusiastic, and are willing and eager to learn

  • Students can provide a fresh pair of eyes, and can give new perspectives and approaches to  problems

  • Your feedback and participation in work placements will help in our ongoing efforts to develop our programmes

Students from the following courses are available for placement:

Click on programme name for more details of work placement opportunities 

Programme

Availability

Duration

Year of Study

BSc in Forensic Science and Analysis

Jan - June

6 mths*

3rd Year

BSc in Chemical and Pharmaceutical Science

Jan - June

6 mths*

3rd Year

BSc in Applied Freshwater and Marine Biology

Mid Feb-Late Apr

10 weeks*

3rd Year

BSc in Applied Biology and Biopharmaceutical Science

Mar - May

9 wks*

4th Year

BSc in Physics and Instrumentation

Mar - May

9 wks*

3rd Year

BSc in Medical Science (Project Work)

Mar - May

10 wks

4th Year

*Please note that the above time frames are guidelines only, extended placement periods are welcome

If your company is interested in taking a student on work placement please contact:

Denise Cooke

Tel: +353 (0)91 742690

Email: scienceplacement.galwaymayo@atu.ie