New International Students
We are delighted to welcome you to ATU Sligo!
This is a helpful guide for new international students who are beginning their academic studies in January 2023.
Induction
Induction in an introduction to ATU Sligo that occurs before teaching begins. You will complete important tasks, learn useful information and meet other new students.
Non-EU, Erasmus and Partnership/Exchange students will have Induction on Thursday 19th January 2023
You can expect campus tours, information sessions, help desks, social activities and much more!
Some of the topics that will be covered during Induction will include:
- Campus Tours
- Registration
- Timetables
- Email and Moodle
- Student Cards
- Student Support Services
- Library & IT Services
- Registering with Immigration
- Opening Bank Accounts
- Course/Programme Information
- Student Union
- Clubs and Societies
The Induction schedule will be available in early January.
Please be aware that there may be minor changes made to the schedule between now and January 2023.
Induction will be held on the ATU Sligo Campus.
Address: ATU Sligo Campus, Ash Lane, Sligo, F91 YW50, Ireland
You should report to ATU Sligo Main Entrance (No. 14 on the campus map) on the morning of 19th January.
Yes. All new international students are required to attend Induction.
Please see our Induction schedule for further information.
Our FAQ section also has answers to the most frequently asked questions.
International Induction Schedule 2023
Checklist for New International Students
There are many tasks that new international students must complete after they arrive in Ireland and our checklist will help you keep track of the most important ones.
These activities can only be completed after you formally register as an ATU Sligo student. Registration is an online process and occurs in early September. You will receive an email notification once registration opens.
First Steps..
Student Email
Email Address format: studentnumber@nullatu.ie
Password: date of birth in the DDMMYYYYATUS format.
New Student Registration
Here's all the registration information you need to get you started at ATU Sligo
Moodle
Moodle is your virtual learning environment . You can access information and resources about your course.
Update Contact Details
You will need to add your Irish address and phone number to your student record.
Student Cards
Important: Please add your address in Ireland to your student record.
Timetables
The video guide provides information about accessing and understanding your timetable.
International Activities...
Documents & Forms
international.sligo@nullatu.ie
Letters of Registration
Open a Bank Account
Register with Immigration
Working in Ireland as a Student
International Student Society
Explore Further....
What's Happening on Campus
Practical Matters....
There are many practical activities that you will need to complete after travelling to a new country and city. You will find useful resources online and in the ATU Sligo Student Guide.
There are different options available to students including traditional and digital banks.
Please see our information guide for further information about banking options in Sligo.
International Student Guide – Opening a Bank Account
There are several mobile phone networks in Ireland that offer a range of different plans and packages including sim-only deals.
You can purchase a new phone after you travel to Ireland. Or if your phone is unlocked, you can use an Irish sim card in your current phone.
Sim cards can be ordered from your preferred network provider and sent to your address in Ireland. Mobile/sim providers in Ireland include:
Sligo has many grocery shops to choose from including:
Sligo Spice Irish & Asian Supermarket
Tesco (also offers home delivery)
Help and Support
If you have questions or need further assistance, there is support and guidance available. We also have a helpful FAQ section to provide answers to the most frequently asked questions!
Frequently Asked Questions
Induction for Non-EU, Erasmus and Partnership/Exchange students will begin on the 19 January 2023 at 9am.
You will need to travel Sligo before Induction begins.
Further information for international students travelling to Ireland/Sligo is available here
Please see our Preparing for Arrival page for information about travelling to Ireland / Sligo.
Yes.
Induction will occur across 2 days on the 19th and 20th of January.
There will be different activities and events on each day so you will need to attend both days.
Induction is a very important part of preparing for your academic studies. All new international students should attend Induction.
If you are unable to attend Induction due to a circumstance outside of your control, please contact the International Office at internationaloffice.sligo@nullatu.ie
You will be able to register in January 2023. Registration is an online process. You will receive an email notification once registration is open.
You will need to register before you can begin your classes, access your student account and login into Moodle/Email.
You will be able to access these in September after you have registered as an ATU Sligo student.
Please see the New International Student Checklist for further information
All Non-EU students must register with immigration within 90 days of arriving to Ireland.
Please see the New International Student Checklist for further information
Timetables are normally released online in early September (1-2 weeks before teaching begins.)
This is known as a ‘Letter of Registration’
Letters can be requested from the International Office after you have registered as an ATU Sligo student.
Please see the New International Student Checklist for further information
You can find information about all of these matters on the International Offer Holder Portal.