Atlantic Technological University

Ireland
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Bachelor

Business and Irish (Hons)

DegreeBachelor
FieldBusiness & Irish (Hons)
Duration3 years
Tuition12000.00

Overview

Business and Irish (Hons) is a three-year honours degree that combines business studies with Irish-language learning, taught through both English and Gaeilge (Irish).Students develop practical business knowledge (e.g., marketing and business law) while building strong Irish communication skills for academic, workplace, and public-sector contexts.

About this programme

Business and Irish (Hons) is a three-year honours degree that combines business studies with Irish-language learning, taught through both English and Gaeilge (Irish).

Students develop practical business knowledge (e.g., marketing and business law) while building strong Irish communication skills for academic, workplace, and public-sector contexts.

  • Level: Honours Bachelor’s degree
  • Duration: 3 years
  • Credits: Typically 180 ECTS (confirm with the programme team)
  • Delivery: On-campus (confirm campus location and timetable)
  • Language of instruction: Business in English; Irish strand in Gaeilge (Irish)
  • Programme focus: Business fundamentals + Irish language and communication
  • Start dates: Check the programme page for the next intake
  • Tuition fees: Vary by student category—check the programme page for the latest fee information

Programme Structure

The curriculum combines Business modules (taught in English) with Irish-language modules (taught in Gaeilge). You will study both strands throughout the degree and complete assessments that build both academic and practical skills.

Indicative modules may include:

  • Skills for Success
  • Organisational Behaviour
  • Marketing
  • An Gearrscéal sa Ghaeilge
  • Gaeilge agus Cumarsáid
  • Athbheochan na Gaeilge
  • Business Law (where offered in the curriculum)
  • Business Enterprise & Entrepreneurship (where offered in the curriculum)
  • Digital Transformation (where offered in the curriculum)

How learning is assessed: You will complete a mix of assignments, projects, and examinations across both strands. Where available, you may also engage with real-world briefs and industry-informed tasks to connect theory to practice.

Curriculum details: For the full module list, module codes, and year-by-year breakdown, please refer to the programme website.

Academic requirements

Entry is based on your academic background and meeting the programme’s subject requirements. Specific grade thresholds can vary by applicant category and year, so please confirm the latest requirements with the admissions office.

English requirements

Applicants whose prior education was not in English may need to provide an English proficiency test result. Common accepted tests include:

  • IELTS: 5.5 (overall)
  • TOEFL iBT: 70 (or 3.5 on the alternative scale shown)
  • PTE Academic: 51
  • Duolingo English Test: 95

Minimum required scores and validity periods may apply—please check the programme page or admissions guidance for the most up-to-date rules.

Other requirements

General entry requirements (examples)

  • Leaving Certificate: 6 subjects at O6/H7, including: 2 subjects at H5; Maths at O6/H7 (or Foundation Maths at F2); English at O6/H7; Irish at H5; and QQI/FET Major Award (any) with additional QQI/FET requirements including three distinctions (where applicable).
  • GCE / A-level / GCSE: 6 distinct recognised subjects at GCSE/A-level, including A-level in Irish at Grade C and one other A-level at Grade C; plus 4 other GCSE-level subjects at Grade C, including Maths.

Important: Requirements may differ depending on your qualification pathway. If you are unsure whether your qualifications meet the entry criteria, contact the admissions team for guidance.

Post-study work options for graduates

After completing your degree in Ireland, you may be eligible to apply for a work permit/permission to work in the State, subject to meeting the relevant immigration and employment criteria at the time of application.

Typical eligibility considerations

  • You must have successfully completed an eligible programme of study in Ireland.
  • You must apply within the required timeframe and provide the documents requested by the Irish immigration authorities.
  • Work permission is generally linked to taking up employment that meets the conditions set out by the relevant scheme.

Duration

  • Work permission duration can vary depending on the specific scheme in place when you apply and the type of employment you secure.

What to check before you apply

  • Confirm the latest rules for graduates and the specific scheme that applies to your situation.
  • Check whether your employer needs to meet any sponsorship or registration requirements.
  • Ensure your passport, immigration registration, and graduation documentation are up to date.

Country-specific guidance

Because visa and work-permit rules can change, always verify the most current information with official Irish immigration sources and your university’s international student support team.

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