Atlantic Technological University (ATU ) has announced Springboard+ funding for over 40 courses starting from September this year.
Under the Springboard+ Programmes initiative, ATU is offering more than 40 Springboard+ funded courses across its Galway, Mayo, Donegal and Sligo campuses. Applications opened on March 26.
"Our university continues to develop and deliver courses that respond to evolving industry needs," said Dr Orla Flynn, president of ATU, "both regionally and nationally, across a broad range of disciplines, including Business, Marketing, Engineering, Computing, Environmental Science, Life Sciences and Health."
"Our Springboard+ courses also respond to the needs of individuals looking to upskill, with flexible, part-time options designed to accommodate personal and professional commitments," she added.
Many of the courses are delivered part-time and online to support flexible learning. Most can be completed within one year.
Co-funded by the Higher Education Authority (HEA ) and the European Social Fund, ATU’s 40+ courses are free for unemployed or returning participants at all levels and for all applicants on Level 6 programmes. For those in employment or self-employed, Level 6 programmes are typically fully funded, with some micro-credentials funded at 50 per cent, while 90 per cent to 100 per cent funding is available for learners undertaking an ordinary degree (Level 7 ), honours degree/higher diploma (Level 8 ) or postgraduate (Level 9 ) courses.
"Before commencing Springboard+ I was a full-time parent with some previous industry experience and several smaller IT certifications," reveals Geoff Carolan who chose to upskill in AI and Blockchain after deciding to return to work in IT.
"I chose a Springboard+ course to re/upskill for better job opportunities and to better understand emerging technologies like AI and Blockchain. What stood out most was the support from the ATU lecturers, they were professional, knowledgeable, and always able to answer my questions or share real-world insights."
Springboard+ is now accepting applications for courses starting in September 2026.
Applications can be submitted on the Springboard+ website at https://springboardcourses.ie. Further course details are available through the ATU website at?www.atu.ie/springboard.
