About the university
Technological University of the Shannon: Midlands Midwest (TUS) was formed in 2021 by merging Athlone Institute of Technology and Limerick Institute of Technology. It has seven campuses across the Midlands and Midwest of Ireland, with its two main bases at Moylish in Limerick and in Athlone.
TUS teaches practical, career-focused courses in computing, engineering, business, pharmaceutical science, health, sport and creative subjects. Its one-year master's courses in data analytics, software design, business analytics and pharmaceutical regulatory affairs are the ones Indian students ask about most.
For Indian students the draw is lower fees than Dublin universities: most computing and engineering master's courses cost €17,500 a year for non-EU students in 2027/28, and TUS publishes merit scholarships of up to €4,000. It also sets clear entry rules for Indian degrees, including some three-year degrees.
Limerick is Ireland's third-largest city, on the River Shannon, Athlone is a smaller town in the centre of Ireland. Both are cheaper to live in than Dublin.
- Founded
- 2021, when Athlone Institute of Technology and Limerick Institute of Technology merged
- Type
- Public technological university
- Campuses
- Seven: Athlone, Moylish, Clare Street and Coonagh (Limerick), Clonmel, Ennis and Thurles
- International students
- Applicants from over 100 nationalities
- Non-EU fees (2027/28)
- €14,500 a year for undergraduate degrees; €14,500 to €21,500 for postgraduate courses
- Intakes
- September for most courses
Rankings
Popular courses with Indian students
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- €18,500
- Duration
- 1 year (one calendar year)
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.5
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- €17,500
- Duration
- 1 year
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.5 or equivalent
- Postgraduate
MSc Business Analytics (Limerick)
- Fee / year
- €18,500
- Duration
- 1 year (full time)
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.5 or equivalent
- Postgraduate
MSc Software Design with Artificial Intelligence
- Fee / year
- €17,500
- Duration
- 1 year
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.5
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- €18,500
- Duration
- See course page
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0; one band at 5.5 accepted)
- Postgraduate
MSc Software Design with Cyber Security
- Fee / year
- €17,500
- Duration
- See course page
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0; one band at 5.5 accepted)
- Postgraduate
MSc Software Design with Cloud Native Computing
- Fee / year
- €17,500
- Duration
- See course page
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0; one band at 5.5 accepted)
- Postgraduate
MSc Applied Artificial Intelligence for Business
- Fee / year
- €17,500
- Duration
- See course page
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6.0; one band at 5.5 accepted)
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (EUR) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSc Data Analytics (Athlone) | 1 year (one calendar year) | €18,500 | ≈ ₹19.6 lakh |
| MSc Software Engineering | 1 year | €17,500 | ≈ ₹18.6 lakh |
| MSc Business Analytics (Limerick) | 1 year (full time) | €18,500 | ≈ ₹19.6 lakh |
| MSc Software Design with Artificial Intelligence | 1 year | €17,500 | ≈ ₹18.6 lakh |
| MSc Data Analytics (Limerick) | See course page | €18,500 | ≈ ₹19.6 lakh |
| MSc Software Design with Cyber Security | See course page | €17,500 | ≈ ₹18.6 lakh |
| MSc Software Design with Cloud Native Computing | See course page | €17,500 | ≈ ₹18.6 lakh |
| MSc Applied Artificial Intelligence for Business | See course page | €17,500 | ≈ ₹18.6 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at Technological University of the Shannon with similar universities in Ireland.
Scholarships
- Postgraduate
TUS Global Merit-based Academic Scholarship (Postgraduate)
Value: Up to €4,000
Eligibility: Based on your GPA; awarded at application and kept for the course. The TUS Global Office decides.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Undergraduate
TUS Global Merit-based Academic Scholarship (Undergraduate)
Value: Up to €3,000
Eligibility: Based on your GPA; awarded at application.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - All levels
TUS Global Scholarship (previously Presidents)
Value: Up to €3,000
Eligibility: Awarded by the TUS Global Office. The maximum combined scholarship is €4,000 (except Homecoming and Partnership awards).
Official page (opens in a new tab) - All levels
Sibling or Family Member Scholarship
Value: €1,000
Eligibility: For relatives of TUS students; ask the TUS Global Office for conditions.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Indian Class 12 (HSC, ISC, Senior Secondary or Senior School Certificate) is accepted.
- First-year entry needs 60% for courses with 200–299 CAO points, 70% for 300–399 points and 80% for 400–499 points.
- A foundation programme (non-EU fee €12,000) is open with at least 60% in Class 12.
Postgraduate
- Four-year BTech or BE degrees: 70% for pharmaceutical and applied science courses, 60% for IT, quantity surveying, analytics and accounting, and 55% for other subjects.
- Four-year BSc Nursing and BPharm degrees: 70% for pharmaceutical and applied science, 60% for other courses.
- Three-year degrees are accepted for some courses: BBA, BMS and BCom at 60% (not for IT, analytics or pharmaceutical courses), and BCA at 65% for IT, analytics and accounting.
- Your degree must be equivalent to an Irish Level 8 award.
Documents
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- Bachelor's transcripts and degree certificate (postgraduate)
- English test score
- Statement of purpose and CV where the course asks for them
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | Postgraduate 6.5 with no band below 6.0 (one band at 5.5 accepted); undergraduate 6.0 with no band below 5.5; Year 1 Nursing 7.0 (IELTS only) |
| PTE Academic | Postgraduate 56–65 (no score below 46); undergraduate 46–55 |
| TOEFL iBT | Postgraduate 4.5 (no band below 3.5); undergraduate 4 (no band below 3), on the new 1–6 score scale |
| Duolingo English Test | Postgraduate 120–125 (no band below 105); undergraduate 105–115 |
| Class 12 English | No Class 12 English waiver is listed; ask TUS Global before you apply |
Accommodation and living costs
TUS does not run large halls of residence on these pages. Most students rent rooms in shared houses or purpose-built student accommodation. The Students' Union lists rooms near the campuses; the Limerick examples below show what local rooms cost.
| Item | In EUR | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Room in a shared or owner-occupied house near the Moylish campus, LimerickTUS Students' Union listings (about €500–€650 a month) | €125–150per week | ≈ ₹13,250 – ₹15,900 |
| Money you must show for living costs (visa)Minimum set by Irish immigration, on top of tuition | €10,000per year | ≈ ₹10.6 lakh |
Campus and location
TUS spreads across seven campuses in the Midlands and Midwest. Most international master's courses run at Moylish in Limerick or at Athlone.
- Moylish campus in Limerick city for courses such as MSc Business Analytics.
- Athlone campus for courses such as MSc Data Analytics, MSc Software Engineering, MEng Engineering Management and MA Accounting.
- Smaller campuses in Clonmel, Ennis, Thurles and central Limerick (Clare Street, Coonagh); MSc Applied Sports Performance runs in Thurles.
- Applicants from more than 100 nationalities.
Careers and graduate outcomes
TUS courses are built around industry needs, with many master's courses in areas such as data analytics, software and pharmaceutical regulatory affairs where Irish employers recruit. After graduating, non-EU students can apply to stay on in Ireland to look for work; see our Ireland guide.
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Studying in Ireland
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FAQs
How much does a master's at TUS cost?
For 2027/28, non-EU fees are €17,500 a year for most computing and engineering master's courses, €18,500 for MSc Data Analytics and MSc Business Analytics, €20,500 for the MBA and up to €21,500 for MSc Biopharmaceutical Technology.
Does TUS accept a three-year Indian degree?
Yes, for some courses. BBA, BMS and BCom degrees with 60% are accepted for business-type courses, and a BCA with 65% for IT, analytics and accounting courses.
What IELTS score do I need?
IELTS 6.5 for master's courses, with no band below 6.0 (one band at 5.5 is allowed). Undergraduate courses need 6.0.
Are there scholarships for Indian students?
Yes. TUS offers merit scholarships of up to €4,000 for postgraduates and up to €3,000 for undergraduates, based on your grades.
Which campus will I study at?
It depends on the course. For example, MSc Data Analytics runs in Athlone (and a separate version in Limerick), while MSc Business Analytics is at Moylish in Limerick.
Sources
- TUS: Non-EU fees and scholarships (2027/28) (opens in a new tab)
- TUS: South Asia entry requirements (opens in a new tab)
- TUS: English language requirements (opens in a new tab)
- TUS: MSc Data Analytics (Athlone) (opens in a new tab)
- TUS: MSc Business Analytics (opens in a new tab)
- TUS: MSc Software Engineering (opens in a new tab)
- TUS: MEng Engineering Management (opens in a new tab)
- TUS: international students (opens in a new tab)
- TUS Students' Union: accommodation (opens in a new tab)
- Irish Immigration Service Delivery: student finance requirements (opens in a new tab)
Official website: tus.ie (opens in a new tab)
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