Offers
Welcome to ATU - Your Future is Here
Congratulations if you have received an offer from Atlantic Technological University. You should be incredibly proud and we look forward to welcoming you to ATU.
Going to university is a big step and we’re here to help you on your journey. You will receive an Offer Pack in the post with some information to help you at this point.
For now the most important thing is to accept your offer on the CAO website. Then follow the steps below, and check your Offers Pack for more information.
You can contact our team on cao@atu.ie with any questions you might have.
Step 1: Accept Your Offer
STEP 1: Accept Your Offer
The first step in the process is accepting your offer from the CAO on www.cao.ie
Log on to the CAO website to accept your offer.
You must do this before the reply date published by the CAO. They are listed below:
CAO Acceptance Deadlines 2024
- Round A Thursday 11th July at 3pm
Non-Standard such as deferred, mature or access applicants. - Round 0 Tuesday 13th August at 3pm
Non-Standard such as QQI FET/FETAC applicants. - Round 1 Tuesday 3rd September at 3pm
Main Round of offers following Irish Leaving Certificate results. - Round 2 Wednesday 11th September at 3pm
Subsequent rounds and available place offers.
To accept your offer and see the full list of dates go to www.cao.ie
View your 'Accept Your Offer' FAQs here
Step 2: Registration
Step 2: Registration
After you have accepted your offer through the CAO (www.cao.ie), you will receive a registration email from ATU 3-5 working days after the round closes.
The email will include all the links and information needed to register. Visit www.atu.ie/register for more information.
Once you receive the email from ATU, you can register anytime between the dates listed in the registration email. This must be completed before induction and the start of class.
How to Register:
- Visit our Registration page, www.atu.ie/register
- Click on the relevant campus
- Complete all of the action items to register
What You Need to Register:
To register, you will need your User ID and active directory password, details of which can be found in your registration email. A credit/debit card will be required if you are paying for your fees.
Step 3 - Welcome to ATU
Step 3: Welcome to ATU
Once you have accepted your offer and registered online, it is time to start your journey as an ATU student. It’s an exciting time!
We have several supports in place to help you enjoy these first steps on the journey of becoming a university student that will lead to your independence, your education and eventually, your career.
We recommend you join our comprehensive Induction events and #First5Weeks Welcome Programme to help make your transition to university an easier one.
Our main Induction days will take place on Wednesday, September 11th and Thursday. the 12th across all ATU campuses before teaching starts on Monday 16th September 2024.
We have lots of information on Inductions at each campus available on www.atu.ie/induction
What's Next?
- Visit www.atu.ie/welcome
- Select your campus for details on locally organised events
- Attend Induction, our comprehensive Induction Programme and Connect for Success: Your first five weeks will make your transition to university an easier one
- Induction will take place for full time students on September 11th and 12th across all ATU campuses.
- Teaching will start on Monday 16th of September 2024 for first year students
- Get involved Joining a club or society is a great way to meet people with similar interests, try out something new or pursue your passion. University life is more than just study. It is also about experiences and friendships. That is why we encourage students to join at least one club or society – and with over 100 to choose from, we have something for everyone.
Have you a CAO Question?
Contact our team on cao@atu.ie for more information on programmes, student supports and more!
Available Places
If you are not happy with your CAO offer, you can still apply to ATU through Available Places, where we have a select number of undergraduate courses for entry this September 2024.
CAO Offers FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions to help you with accepting a CAO offer, registering with ATU, and beginning your university experience.