GMIT School of Science and Computing lab2

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

Are you interested in taking an ATU science student on work placement?

School of Science and Computing
Head of School (Acting)
Dr Lisa Ryan 

Department of Analytical Biopharmaceutical & Medical Sciences
Head of Department
Dr Eugene McCarthy 

Department of Computer Science & Applied Physics
Head of Department
Gareth Roe 

Department of Natural Resources & The Environment
Head of Department
Dr Ian O’Connor 

Department of Sport, Exercise & Nutrition
Head of Department (Acting)
Damien Costello 

School Administration
Martina Linnane
Michelle Healy
Sarah Mc Gauley
Suzanne Dempsey

Tel: +353 (0)91 742980
Email: Scienceoffice.galwaymayo@atu.ie