Technological universities and traditional universities provide a third-level education in a particular subject or subject - how can you tell which is right for you?
College, university, technological university. They’re all higher education institutions, and they all offer a third-level education, so how is a technological university different – and does it matter?
“For students, the CAO application process has become a little easier, as students don’t have to look through as many institutions.” Technological universities do share a similar mission to the traditional universities, but the greater emphasis has always been on responding to the needs of the economy and industry.
“If, for instance, someone was studying a level 5 in software development, and they wanted to progress, I would more likely advise them to study in a technological university or like the National College of Ireland. This is because they are more focused on practical skills and working towards the needs of companies, whereas the traditional universities have a slight bias towards theory.
Each of the campuses offer something different – from the state-of-the-art labs and concert halls in Grangegorman to the new sports facility in Tallaght. “Students at TU Dublin have access to extensive work experience, placement and study-abroad options. Many of our courses offer work placements, to ensure students gain valuable real-world experience. For example, the curriculum for our new biotechnology level 8 programme was co-designed with industry partners and offers a work placement in year three, with additional options to study abroad.
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