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Matthew Tomey | Sport and Recreation (US613)

After six years away from education I made the decision to return through the Access Course available in TUS Athlone. This was September 2020, so overall a uncertain time in the world with Covid-19 and the pandemic being a topic of clear knowledge at the time. The Access Course which was a year in total offered me and my classmates amazing opportunities to access different course across the university. Evidently as we were in the midst of a global pandemic at the time, my classes for this year were held online but this worked as an advantage for me as I had more time to explore the opportunities available to me and focus on my assignments and exams. I was able to focus and gain an understanding of things such as referencing, academic writing and also familiarise myself with Moodle.

My second year which was my first on the Sports Management Undergraduate course, seen us return to campus for in person lectures. I immediately started to find it easier with everything you would associate with college life. Things such as asking your lecturer a question was much simpler in comparison to what we had came to be accustomed to when classes were done remotely. The clear and obvious benefit of the return to campus was how much easier it was to get to know your classmates and lecturers. As first academic year went on, I found that I was gaining a confidence which I honestly had never had or experienced in a classroom of any type before. Needless to say, all of these positives that I was experiencing were making the transition back to education much easier and also enjoyable.

Coming to the end of my second year in TUS Athlone, I can safely say that I made the correct decision in returning to education. Along the way, the friendships that I have made with both students and members of staff have definitely helped me settle back and made the transition back to education so much easier. I have enjoyed my first few years back and I’m hopeful that the few remaining years will be as enjoyable.

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Kate | Mental Health Nursing (US878)

Being a mental health student nurse studying in TUS Athlone has been an amazing experience where I have been able to reach my fullest academic potential and develop skills and qualities for a role as a mental health/ psychiatric nurse. As a fourth-year student studying in Athlone, I have had the opportunity to learn and develop my skills both in the classroom and through clinical placements. Throughout the last four years of my study I have undertaken modules in psychology, communication, ethics and of course practical nursing skills. The selection of modules taught in TUS Athlone really supported me to complete examinations, assignments, and guided me while on clinical placements. The skills taught while in college allowed me to follow and understand what experienced nurses were doing, and as I progressed further into the course, allowed me to participate and assist in interventions. The clinical placement sites attached to TUS have a close relationship with the lecturers, so I always felt supported on placement.

One of the reasons I chose to study in Athlone was the resources and facilities I was shown on the university open day. One of the great benefits of studying nursing at TUS Athlone is the excellent facilities. The college has state-of-the-art equipment and resources that have helped my classmates and I to develop our skills. Additionally, the small class sizes were another reason I decided to study in Athlone. I really felt this allowed for more personalized instruction, feedback and support from my lecturers, and really allowed me to get to know my class group. During my practical classes in university, I learned valuable skills such as therapeutic communication, facilitating therapeutic groups and some practical nursing skills such as venepuncture, the taking of blood samples. This hands-on training prepared me for my clinical placements, where I was able to put my skills into practice. Being able to learn skills in a supportive environment and then apply these skills in a real-life setting really increased my confidence in my abilities. One of my favourite parts of the course was the clinical placements. It was during these placements that I really got a sense of the role of a mental health/ psychiatric nurse. I was able to work alongside experienced nurses and learn from them. I also had the opportunity to interact with the people attending the services and see the positive impact that mental health nursing can have on their lives. I learned how to communicate effectively with people and their families, and how to provide compassionate, evidence-based care. These experiences have been invaluable in preparing me for my 4th year internship, which I am currently undertaking. Overall, my training in mental health nursing at TUS Athlone has been a challenging but rewarding journey. I am grateful for the support of my lecturers and the opportunities that I have had to learn and grow in this field. As I prepare to graduate and enter the workforce, I feel confident in my abilities as a mental health nurse and am excited for what the future holds.

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Sean Harding | Quantity Surveying (US880)

Quantity Surveying is a construction related career which involves estimating the cost of the materials and labor necessary for a construction job. Quantity surveyors make sure that the financial position of construction projects are accurately reported and controlled effectively. They oversee the managing of all costs related to civil engineering and building projects from the first calculations to the final numbers. Quantity surveyors are tasked with reducing the overall cost of a project thus ensuring value for money.

This is a unique job as they work both on site and in offices. It is a job which can take you anywhere in the world and always have the opportunity of having work at your doorstep. Quantity Surveyors are in high demand worldwide as countries are constantly constructing new projects to advance in todays world. With that comes the joy of never being too repetitive as there are projects which vary in all sorts of ways.

Quantity Surveying in TUS is a great course providing the necessities to become a surveyor. We use some interesting equipment as part of the course, such as theodolites. A Theodolite is a precision optical instrument for measuring angles between designated visible points in the horizontal and vertical planes. Used extensively for building and infrastructure construction. It consists of a moveable telescope mounted so it can rotate around horizontal and vertical axes and provide angular readouts. These indicate the orientation of the telescope and are used to relate the first point sighted through the telescope to subsequent sightings of other points from the same theodolite position. These angles can be measured with accuracies down to microradians or seconds of arc. From these readings a plan can be drawn, or objects can be positioned in accordance with an existing plan.

We also use some interesting computer software such as BIM, Revit and Navis Works. This software allows us to design projects such as house and buildings from the very start to the completed piece, showing all individual elements involved in the buildup.

·       Building Information Modelling (BIM) is used for creating and managing data during the design, construction, and operations process. BIM integrates multi-disciplinary data to create detailed digital representations that are managed in an open cloud platform for real-time collaboration.

·       Autodesk Revit allows users to create, edit, and review 3D models in exceptional detail.

·       Navisworks project review software is used to improve coordination on BIM projects. It allows for projects to be viewed in 3D and at any angle alongside having full elemental breakdown of the buildings structure from detail in foundations to wall structure.

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Kevin Walsh | Computer Engineering with Network Infrastructure (US824)

Computer engineers play a crucial role in today's world. They are responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining computer hardware and software systems that power businesses, industries, and everyday life. In this blog post, we will explore the importance of computer engineers in the world and the impact they have on society.

 Advancing Technology

Computer engineers are at the forefront of advancing technology. They design and develop cutting-edge technologies that make our lives easier, faster, and more efficient. From smartphones to self-driving cars, computer engineers have made incredible contributions to the world of technology. Their work has revolutionized industries such as healthcare, finance, and transportation, leading to significant advancements in each field.

 Job Creation

Computer engineering is a rapidly growing field, and as technology continues to advance, the demand for computer engineers increases. This growth has resulted in a surge in job opportunities for computer engineers. Not only do computer engineers create new job opportunities for themselves, but they also contribute to job growth in other industries. As businesses and industries become more reliant on technology, they require skilled computer engineers to develop and maintain their systems, leading to an increase in job opportunities for people in related fields.

 Economic Growth

The growth of the technology industry has resulted in significant economic growth. The development of new technologies, products, and services has created new markets and generated revenue for businesses. This revenue contributes to the growth of the overall economy, leading to increased job opportunities, higher wages, and a better standard of living.

 Innovation

Computer engineers are responsible for creating innovative solutions to complex problems. They use their knowledge of computer hardware and software to design systems that improve efficiency and productivity. These innovations lead to improvements in industries such as healthcare, finance, and transportation, ultimately improving the lives of people around the world.

 Security

Computer engineers play a critical role in ensuring the security of computer systems. With cyber threats becoming increasingly common, it is more important than ever to have secure systems in place. Computer engineers work to develop and maintain security protocols to prevent data breaches and other cyber-attacks. Their work helps to protect businesses, governments, and individuals from cyber threats, ultimately improving the safety and security of the world we live in.

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Abbie Fitzgerald | Bioveterinary Science (US867)

I cannot thank my university enough for the incredible career opportunities this course has given me. My course covers a variety of modules giving me the advantage to learn new skills in many different areas. From using my course knowledge I was able to work in two amazing career paths such as Dublin Zoo and a Veterinary Hospital where I work presently. I work as an animal care assistant where I get to have a perfect mix of hands-on animal experience all whilst using my knowledge learned from my labs and lecturers. As part of my job it is required to complete a patient care assistant course where I learned how to carry out tasks to help an animal's journey back to recovery. By studying this course I knew the majority of these skills as they were covered in some of my modules. 

In my bioveterinary clinical lab techniques class I was taught how to run bloods on different machines to look at the blood's biochemistry, PCV, haemoglobin etc. I was shown how to carry out urine analysis, blood smears, stain a slide to look at the bacteria present and more! We had a full semester of Parasitology where we learned about each of the parasites in depth. This helped me understand the products given to the patients along with explaining to their owners what this does in order to protect their pet from fleas and worms! First year veterinary anatomy and physiology taught me the proper medical terms that are used in my job everyday, plus the dissections were very exciting!

I knew going into bioveterinary science that I would have multiple modules that gave me a broad view of the different areas of science but I didn't know how diverse it would actually be! By studying this course I was able to discover areas of science that I never thought existed and they ended up being some of my favourites. I would recommend this course to anyone who loves both animals and science and wants to broaden their knowledge and learn key skills used in many career paths!

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Aoife Temple | Early Years Care and Education (US926 & US780)

When I’m not in college, I love to play football with my club, college, and county. A key part of being a university student is about learning how to time manage between studies, part time jobs, hobbies and socializing. As first year student it was essential for me to try find a routine that worked for me. I had to incorporate doing the things I loved which was football and socializing alongside concentrating and focusing on my studies. But, once I found the balance that worked for me, I was flying it. I have an outlet in football to go to and have a break from study and stay healthy, both physically and mentally, something which is very important to remember to do.

I have developed great time management skills which I have found through the placement opportunities I had within my course are essential in the workforce. For me, planning my time and following schedules, is the key to my success. It ensures I don’t fall behind or submit assignments late but also ensures I don’t have to choose between my studies and hobbies as I found the perfect balance that works for me. These habits boost my productivity, I found the perfect balance which means when I have a deadline in my head I know I can get my assignment submitted well in advance. It ensures when I go to my football training or out socializing I can enjoy my time with my friends knowing my course work is complete.

The facilities in TUS Athlone make life as a student life a breeze, for me the gym is state-of-the-art and is available to students at great discounted rates for semesters or the full academic year. I find it great to get a gym session in before classes in the morning or if I have a break in the middle of the day to give my brain and break and refresh to stay focused for the remainder of the day. The library is a place I spend a lot of time in, when I have assignments or exams coming up the quiet space helps me to focus and concentrate. For assignments when it comes to referencing at the end of each assessment the library is somewhere where I find it so much easier to focus on ensuring I have referenced correctly!

Playing football gave me a chance to broaden my social circle overall, it’s a great opportunity to make friends from different across TUS Athlone from different disciplines who have similar interests to me. When you represent your university at sporting events it gives you a sense of pride overall, but also its great to socialize with other athletes are juggling sport, studying and socializing. The student experience is such an amazing chapter in everyone’s lives, the experience overall is about enjoying your studies, socializing and meeting new people from different areas across Ireland and the world! University for me as been an amazing experience that I will look back on with fond memories.

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Rebecca Leavy | Mechanical and Polymer Engineering (US913 & US777)

Being a woman in engineering may seem quite intimidating in a male dominated profession but from my experience so far, it has been amazing. Never for one minute have l felt like I was out of place. In secondary school, my engineering class was quite big and being the only female in the class gave me the determination and the confidence to show to my family and friends that females can pursue a career in engineering. With this determination and confidence, it has allowed me to enjoy studying the subject up to date. Making the jump from second level to third level education seemed daunting but once I began the study of my course, I never had a second thought about it.

Throughout my 4 years of studying Mechanical and Polymer Engineering in TUS Athlone has been an amazing experience. From making friends from all over the country to learning all about Mechanical and Polymer Engineering. Here at TUS Athlone we have been lucky enough to have a small class size which made it easier for me to understand and grow to love engineering even more. With the smaller class sizes, it made it easier to connect with the lecturers, which made it a more enjoyable learning experience.

In Semester 2 of 3rd year, I was given the opportunity to go out on 6-month work placement, which was an amazing experience. From the minute I entered the building to the minute I finished placement, I could not ask for a better company to spend this learning experience with and get an insight into what it is like to work in the industry. Everyone was so welcoming and helpful when it came to any task that was given. The team I worked with were very inclusive with different projects giving me valuable information on how it is to work in the industry and understand a company from my perspective, as a student.

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David Hughes | Sports Science with Exercise Physiology (US951)

The Technological University of the Shannon, Athlone Campus have a wide range of high-quality sports facilities to help students learn and enjoy both academic and sporting life on campus in TUS Athlone. The campus contains a sports science lab where practical labs can take place. Having the opportunity to use equipment such as VO2max treadmill, Alter-G treadmill, Watt Bike allows students to engage more in the course and have a hands-on experience of how to use these pieces of equipment for working in the sport science industry.

The college contains several high-performance facilities such as a fantastic gym along with a high-performance gym. This high-performance facility is often used by sports clubs and elite athletes exclusively to enhance their physical performances for their sport. There is an indoor and outdoor athletics track which holds multiple national athletics competitions every year. Finally, there are two high-quality football pitches along with a 4G Astro turf pitch so facilitate and field-based sports in all-weather conditions.

Having all these facilities allows students the opportunity to engage in many high-class sporting societies along with top-class coaches to have no excuses for someone to not reaching their sporting potential and goals, while also providing students with the opportunity of being a valuable asset to any sporting team or organization with thanks to the knowledge and experience of having the ability to use high-quality sporting equipment efficiently and correctly.

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Hazel Browne | Pharmaceutical Sciences (US866 & US733)

When picking my course for the CAO I knew I really enjoyed being in a laboratory setting and science as a subject with particular interest in chemistry. The pharmaceutical sciences degree and facilities in TUS allowed me to pursue that passion. Throughout my four years in TUS Athlone, the laboratory sessions have offered me a chance to put theory into practice, which means the I have an opportunity to put what I learnt in lectures into practice in the labs.

The Science department contains state of the art facilities and a wide range of instruments, for example a gas chromatography, high pressure liquid chromatography and infrared spectrometer that allowed us to get hands on experience using the equipment. As a student, getting an opportunity to use instruments and facilities that are available to you on the Athlone campus is valuable after graduating when seeking employment as we as students get the opportunity to use the range of instruments.  

The pharmaceutical sciences course’s lab sessions are made with industry in mind, so we as students gain experience using a broad range of equipment which would help us in the future world of work. A broad range of modules such as Analytical Techniques, Pharmaceutical Spectroscopy and Dosage Form and Design, allowed me to get in-dept knowledge on the instruments alongside hands on experience of the equipment I will be using in industry in the future.

Another benefit about TUS Athlone overall is the class sizes. The small class sizes allowed me to spend a lot of time using the equipment and participating in the lab sessions. The class sizes helped me get to know students on the course. Lecturers get to know you by name and talk to you about their own experiences in industry, the career journeys and to into depth on each piece of equipment in laboratories so students get clear instructions on the equipment’s use.

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Amber Murphy | Business and Law (US848)

As a full-time student, making plans for the summer can be challenging as you can sometimes have conflicting goals for the summer. I found myself in the position where I wanted to enjoy my free time and travel with my friends, but I also wanted to gain experience in the world of work alongside financially supporting myself throughout the summer.

Ultimately, I chose to do both! I was fortunate enough to complete a 10-week internship in the International Tax Department of Grant Thornton, primarily in the Kildare office. This allowed me to gain experience whilst financially supporting myself and even allowed me to save up to travel to Lanzarote and Milan after I completed my summer internship.

Here was my first day in Grant Thornton where the induction took place in the Dublin office which was spectacular! I had the opportunity to work in the Dublin office numerous times throughout the internship which allowed me to socialise with other interns and meet all of the members of the team I was working with as I worked on the FDI Team which was spread across the Dublin and Kildare offices.

The Summer Internship Project

There were many summer interns across many areas of the company like audit, tax, financial accounting and advisory services and many others. We had the opportunity to work together on a project in which we were put in teams and there was an element of the project that each member worked in so we could all help each other. We presented this project to directors upon completion and the best team won a One4All voucher.

 A Day in the Life of a Summer Intern in Grant Thornton

I drove to the Kildare office, got a breakfast tea which was supplied in the kitchen then set up my workspace for the day. Then I had a daily meeting with my ‘buddy’ who was essentially my mentor while I worked in Grant Thornton, I asked her any queries that arose throughout the completion of my work as tasks were assigned to me by many different people in different roles which added to the variety of the role.

Then I completed tasks assigned until lunch where I commonly left the office with the other interns and we had lunch together. I was provided with a lot of training throughout the internship so I often had training sessions in the afternoon then I completed more tasks assigned to me. Some of which included inputting information into a tax computation, preparing statements of tax liability, updating the Tax Appeals Commission database with recent judgments and any other administrative work that needed to be done.

Learnings from my Summer Internship

Summer internships are an opportunity that in my opinion students should strive to achieve. Through my internship I got the opportunity to gain exceptional industry relevant experience and network with individuals across the sector. Another bonus was the opportunity to save money which let me see different parts of Europe which was something I always dreamt of doing. Studying Business and Law allows for many diverse career options to be pursued. I am grateful that the modules I studied qualified me to pursue this internship opportunity. As a result, I was offered a tax trainee graduate programme which is due to begin after I complete my degree, in August 2023.

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Tika Mwalughali | Accounting with Finance and Accounting with Finance (and Placement) (US846 & US847)

Accounting is often stereotyped as all about numbers, sitting in cubicles calculating streams of numbers day in day out. While that stereotype isn’t all wrong, it’s far from being all about numbers but a blend of analysis, problem solving and communicating effectively with people. It’s about building good working relationships, providing advice, using software and guiding people. You may find yourself explaining tax changes one minute, then providing advice on reducing expenses the next. To be successful in the accounting career you must look beyond numbers. The skills acquired from mathematical, accounting, law and finance are essential in carrying the job right. In addition to that, accounting has other modules like auditing, organisation management and strategic management which aid and helps to understand how people function in an organisation, how to establish controls that help to analyse the financial data.

I always dreamt about becoming an accountant from a young age, the accounting course has exposed me to a variety of modules that has helped me understand my niche area and an area I find I strive in. I know accounting is an area I love, but my niche area is my communication and problem-solving skills, these are essential for me to work as an auditor or management accountant in the future. These are not the only professions you can become after studying accounting, there are various opportunities available to graduates of accounting, including areas such as tax consultant, financial advisory, payroll clerk, budget analyst and financial analysist.

It takes more than just knowledge of figures to make sense of a set of numbers that can influence a business or an individual to make certain decisions, actions and embark on change. The accountancy course prepares you to acquire all the necessary skills. You don’t have to be good at numbers to be an accountant but you must have the ability to analyse a set of data and being able to communicate the results to people.

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Sarah Hughes | Applied Psychology

Hi, my name is Sarah, and I am a fourth-year Applied Psychology student in TUS. I had been interested in studying Psychology for most of my senior cycle in secondary school. This course appealed to me due to its applied nature, which differentiated it from other undergrad Psychology programmes.  The course is a level 8, so four years in duration and there is an opportunity to complete a full semester of work placement in the third year.

I have really enjoyed the last three years studying in the Applied Psychology programme at TUS. Due to the small class size, I was able to settle in quickly and get to know everyone on my course. I also find having a smaller class size beneficial as it allows us to engage in plenty of group work, discussions, debates, and other interactive activities in class. Each semester we have 4 modules dedicated to the different fields within psychology such as educational, developmental, social, health, counselling, and cognitive. We also complete modules on the biological basis of behaviour and there is a range of research modules. The research modules have been great for helping to prepare me for work placement and my final year project. The most enjoyable part of the course for me so far was my work placement it was a valuable experience from which I learned so much.

The assessments are also quite practical and are designed to provide us with the skills necessary upon graduation to further our studies and gain employment. Overall, I had an amazing experience over the last three years and I am really looking forward to the semester ahead.

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Amy Martin | General Nursing

My name is Amy and I am a General Nursing student here in TUS Athlone. The General Nursing program in TUS is a four-year, level 8 degree that combines theoretical learning with practical-based learning.

A great example of the practical-based learning that I get to experience as a part of this course is the clinical placement, which is carried out throughout the four years of the program. This allows us to truly experience the clinical environment and link theory to practice, and as a student nurse, one of my favorite aspects of my degree is definitely the clinical placement aspect. You can be allocated to three different hospitals in the Midlands Region Tullamore, Portlaoise, or Mullingar. This exposes students to almost all areas of nursing, with specialised placements throughout. I felt well prepared to go on my clinical placement as a result of the practical learning which takes place in the labs located in the nursing building on campus, which was one of my favorite things to do while on campus.

Here in TUS, we are very lucky with the support that we receive from our lecturers, our smaller class sizes give us students the luxury of getting to know our lecturers better, which helps us understand and connect with our course content. I have always felt that my lecturers are ready and willing to help and make the learning experience for students easier and more enjoyable. Throughout the program I have encountered a broad range of modules, such as Anatomy, Physiology and Microbiology, Emergency and Critical Care Nursing, and Health and Social Studies, giving me a well-rounded skill set when it comes time for me to enter the hospital setting full-time. I have loved my time here so far and I am so glad I choose General Nursing here in TUS Athlone.

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Yuliia Dovbak | Software Design with Cloud Computing

On the 1st of October 2021 AIT officially became the Technological University of Shannon Midlands Midwest. This was a long-awaited event as the college has been working very hard for years to make this happen. During the first few months of studying in TUS everyone started noticing the changes:

1.      The branding of the technological university changed a lot and changed to some more sophisticated. The transition from pink, blue and yellow to golden, black and white. The colour scheme chosen to represent the TU is a refreshing and modern look. The campus decorations, pictures and paintings changed to new branded pictures and now it feels like standing in completely new buildings.

2.      A lot of new initiatives have been started. One of the most prominent ones for me was the launch of Speak Out platform. It was designed to encourage people to battle with bullying, cyberbullying, harassment, discrimination, hate crime, coercive behaviour/control, stalking, assault, sexual harassment, sexual assault, and rape. Victims or witnesses of such events can report it anonymously which for some people is the only way they would do it.

3.      New promising projects have more chances to get funding now. For example, recently TUS has launched a €2.9m project aimed at tackling plastic pollution.

At the moment, TUS is among the top ranked technological universities and this is only the beginning of our journey. With such an amazing team working in TUS I believe we have all the chances to become the top technological university in Ireland.

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Dara Lenihan | Digital Marketing

Hello, my name is Dara, I’m a third-year Digital Marketing student. My typical day seems to get busier and more exciting each week as I work toward the end of my degree.

This year, I decided to approach college like a well thought out heist! I’ve planned everything down to a T but… every day a new challenge gets thrown at me from every angle.

Typically, I start my day with coffee from either the canteen coffee dock or our college ‘Grumpy Mule’ Café. Around 8:50 AM I get a 10-minute warning from my google calendar alert that my first lecture is about to start. I meet my friends in class and having light-hearted fun with the lecturers surrounding module topics is one of my favourite parts of the day.

After the first few classes, around twelve or one o’clock, the topic of lunch circulates the classroom and suddenly I’m being pulled off on some adventure into the town of Athlone to a new café, restaurant, or picnic spot. Or if we’re just in the mood to relax, the canteen or the Student’s Union is the place to be.

After evening classes I usually head to a society. There is something on every night of the week for students to get involved in, this is also a great way to meet new people and make some new friends. Clubs and Societies are an excellent way to force myself to relax, unwind and have fun. What I find fascinating are the skills that you can learn through being a member of a society, not to mention how easy it is to mix with people who enjoy similar interests as you.

After all that, it’s study and dinner time. Occasionally, I go out and meet my friends in town to go on another adventure or to have fun in general.

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Amelia Lown | Business and Law

When I came into the Business and Law degree in semester one of the first year, I was unaware of what to really expect. Coming into a new environment with different surroundings can be daunting. The introduction day for the Business Faculty was a great way to meet new people and it was where I started to make new friends. Within the room, all of the students in the business department were present and ultimately, we were all in the same boat undertaking this new adventure. This was a very interactive day and allowed us to mix with people who were in our class along with those who weren’t.

The course itself contains many interesting and exciting modules. I came from a setting where I wanted to study business and I had a concept of what that entailed, but the elements of the law were eye opening for me. I understood we were going to be studying the likes of Management, Human Resources, Micro and Macro Economics, but the elements of law such as Company Law, Tort Law and Contract Law were all new to me.  

This degree has given me a really solid base for the future as there is always an element of law required in business and having the knowledge of general business will mean that I can go into a wide variety of areas too. I feel like I have learned and continue to learn so much about the fundamentals of law, while I am developing a wide range of skills through the various key areas of business, like Managerial Finance, Business Modelling, and Enterprise. Each semester we are being introduced to new modules, and gaining new skills to prepare us for life after college.

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Sarah Cahill | Athletic and Rehabilitation Therapy

Hi, my name is Sarah and I am a current 2nd year student here at TUS Athlone. I am studying Athletic and Rehabilitation Therapy which is a 4 year Honours Degree. Athletic and Rehabilitation Therapy teaches you all about how the human body works and what happens to our body when something goes wrong, how to diagnose a problem and how to treat that problem. 

Anatomy and human physiology are two primary modules we study at the beginning of the course, giving you an in-depth knowledge of what goes on beneath our skin. After we understood the fundamentals behind the human body, we then begin to look at different injuries and conditions of the human body and how we can treat them. 

At the end of this 4 year course, we will be qualified Athletic Therapists and our job will be to diagnose and rehabilitate patients. A major component of this course (which is pretty cool), is that we run student-led clinics. This is where, we as students, get the opportunity to put everything we learned into practice by trying to diagnose and rehabilitate patients. We also work along-side the college sports teams and treat any injuries that may occur during training or during a match. 

Overall its a pretty intense, but very cool and rewarding course!