Athlone Institute of Technology: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #3581 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #1010 of 2,785 | In Europe |
| #16 of 32 | In Ireland |
| #1702 of 2,313 | For Multimedia |
Quick Review
- Acceptance rate
- 72%
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Public-private
partnership - Highest Degree
- Doctorate
- Website
- ait.ie
- Languages
- English
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Acceptance Rate | 72% |
|---|---|
| Admissions Requirements | Irish leaving certificate or equivalent; English language proficiency exam (IELTS); Letter of recommendation |
| Academic Calendar | September to May (September - December; January - May) |
We've calculated the 72% acceptance rate for Athlone Institute of Technology based on the ratio of admissions to applications and other circumstantial enrollment data. Treat this information as a rough guide and not as a definitive measure of your chances of admission. Different programs may have significantly varying admissions rates.
Research profile
Athlone Institute of Technology has published 1,066 scientific papers with 23,627 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Engineering, Biology, Physics, Computer Science, Chemistry, Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Medicine, Environmental Science, Organic Chemistry, and Materials Science.
Athlone Institute of Technology majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1992 | 0 | 0 |
| 1993 | 0 | 0 |
| 1994 | 1 | 0 |
| 1995 | 0 | 2 |
| 1996 | 4 | 1 |
| 1997 | 1 | 2 |
| 1998 | 0 | 2 |
| 1999 | 2 | 1 |
| 2000 | 6 | 2 |
| 2001 | 5 | 1 |
| 2002 | 7 | 4 |
| 2003 | 9 | 5 |
| 2004 | 5 | 12 |
| 2005 | 7 | 20 |
| 2006 | 11 | 51 |
| 2007 | 19 | 63 |
| 2008 | 21 | 113 |
| 2009 | 25 | 138 |
| 2010 | 35 | 225 |
| 2011 | 28 | 268 |
| 2012 | 38 | 390 |
| 2013 | 39 | 428 |
| 2014 | 47 | 481 |
| 2015 | 54 | 525 |
| 2016 | 60 | 571 |
| 2017 | 55 | 788 |
| 2018 | 87 | 979 |
| 2019 | 112 | 1334 |
| 2020 | 121 | 1934 |
| 2021 | 152 | 3048 |
| 2022 | 57 | 3951 |
| 2023 | 30 | 4097 |
| 2024 | 20 | 3971 |
Tuition
The tuition table for Athlone Institute of Technology gives an overview of costs but prices are approximate and subject to change and don't include accommodation, textbooks, or living expenses. The costs of programs might differ significantly for local and international students. The only source of truth for current numbers is the university's official website.
| Program | EU Students | Non-EU Students |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | €3,000 per year | €10,000 per year |
| Postgraduate Taught | €4,000 - €6,000 per year | €12,000 - €15,000 per year |
| Postgraduate Research | €4,000 - €6,000 per year | €12,000 - €15,000 per year |
All costs are in Euros (€).
Programs and Degrees
The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by Athlone Institute of Technology.
Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.
| Programs | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art & Design | Yes | Yes | No |
| Biology | Yes | Yes | No |
| Business | Yes | Yes | No |
| Chemistry | Yes | Yes | No |
| Computer Science | Yes | Yes | No |
| Economics | Yes | Yes | No |
| Engineering | Yes | Yes | No |
| Environmental Science | Yes | Yes | No |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | Yes | Yes | No |
| Mathematics | Yes | Yes | No |
| Medicine | Yes | Yes | No |
| Physics | Yes | Yes | No |
| Psychology | Yes | Yes | No |
| Post-graduate Diploma | Social Welfare |
|---|
Notable alumni
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Jacksepticeye
- Enrolled in Athlone Institute of Technology
- Studied hotel management
- Occupations
- YouTubertelevision producer
- Biography
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Seán William McLoughlin, better known publicly as jacksepticeye, is an Irish YouTuber whose videos focus on gaming, comedy and vlogging.
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Shane Lowry
- Occupations
- golfer
- Biography
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Shane Lowry is an Irish professional golfer who plays on the European Tour and the PGA Tour. His notable achievements include winning the 2019 Open Championship, the Irish Open as an amateur in 2009, and the 2015 WGC-Bridgestone Invitational.
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Justin Barrett
- Occupations
- politician
- Biography
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Justin Barrett is an Irish far-right political activist, conspiracy theorist, and anti-abortion activist. As of April 2024, he was the leader of a group called Clann Éireann. He was leader of the National Party from 2016 until a leadership rift in July 2023 with his former deputy leader James Reynolds led to a dispute with both men claiming to be leader of the party.
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Robert Troy
- Occupations
- politician
- Biography
-
Robert Troy is an Irish Fianna Fáil politician who has been a Teachta Dála (TD) for the Longford–Westmeath constituency since 2011. He has been a minister of state since January 2025. He served as minister of state from 2020 to 2022, resigning after failing to declare property interests.
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Kevin Moran
- Occupations
- politician
- Biography
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Kevin Moran is an Irish independent politician who has been a Teachta Dála (TD) for the Longford–Westmeath constituency since the 2024 general election, and previously from 2016 to 2020. He was a member of Westmeath County Council from June to November 2024. Moran served as a Minister of State from 2017 to 2020.
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Gabrielle McFadden
- Occupations
- politician
- Biography
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Gabrielle McFadden is an Irish former Fine Gael politician who served as a Senator for the Cultural and Educational Panel from 2016 to 2020. She served as a Teachta Dála for the Longford–Westmeath constituency from 2014 to 2016.
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Pat Deering
- Occupations
- farmerpolitician
- Biography
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Patrick Deering is an Irish former Fine Gael politician who served as a Teachta Dála (TD) for the Carlow–Kilkenny constituency from 2011 to 2020. He served as Chair of the Committee on Agriculture, Food and the Marine 2016 to 2020.
Athlone Institute of Technology faculties and divisions
| Department/Division : Lifelong Learning | Accountancy, Business Administration, Child Care and Development, Chinese, Computer Science, Cosmetology, Design, Education, Engineering, English, Fine Arts, French, German, Hotel and Restaurant, Leisure Studies, Management, Modern Languages, Occupational Health, Parks and Recreation, Physical Therapy, Psychology, Psychotherapy, Social and Community Services, Social Work, Spanish, Sports Management, Teacher Training, Tourism |
|---|---|
| School : Business Studies | Accountancy, Business Administration, Business Computing, Computer Science, Design, Law, Music Education |
| School : Engineering | Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Construction Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Engineering, Maintenance Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Equipment and Maintenance, Mineralogy, Polymer and Plastics Technology, Software Engineering, Technology |
| School : Science | Biochemistry, Biological and Life Sciences, Biology, Botany, Dentistry, Design, Ecology, Genetics, Gerontology, Graphic Design, Health Sciences, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Natural Sciences, Neurology, Nursing, Nutrition, Oral Pathology, Pharmacology, Pharmacy, Physics, Physiology, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Social Studies, Toxicology, Veterinary Science, Welfare and Protective Services, Zoology |
General information
| Alternative names | AIT |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1970 |
| Accreditation | Quality and Qualifications Ireland - QQI (Dearbhú Cáilíochta agus Cáilíochtaí Éireann) |
| Motto | Connect and Discover |
Location and contacts
| Address | Dublin Road Athlone, Co. Westmeath Ireland |
|---|---|
| City population | 23,000 |