Academic workload
A full workload is 30 ECTS per semester.
Academic calendar
September - December, January - June
Tuition fee
No tuition fee for Erasmus+ students.
Number of student places
4 students per academic year, 5 months each.
Housing
Generally, student housing is available through the private market. Make sure to look at TUS' website on www.tussu.ie to see what accommodation is available. You can always reach the admin staff in Athone to know more about accommodation via email to: accommodation@ait.ie
Cost of living
Cost of living for a student in Ireland is approimately 600-800 euros per month. You can find more information about living costs in Ireland here.
Admission requirements
Students must have completed one year of university level studies, equivalent to 60 ECTS.
Language requirements
English B1
Exchange students who are non-EU/EEA/Swiss/UK nationals are required to have a valid visa prior to entering Ireland. Find out if you need an Irish visa or not here: Travel Path - Irish Immigration
For more information about Irish immigration requirements, go to Irish Immigration Service.
Technological University of the Shannon (TUS) is a research-led university located in the city of Athlone in the Ireland's midlands. Athlone is located about one hour and twenty minutes from the capital city of Dublin. TUS has a student population of approximately 14 000 that are spread across the university's 6 campuses.