ATU First5Weeks Brochure Sligo

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Atlantic Technological University Sligo #First5Weeks Induction Programme

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Welcome to ATU

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First5Weeks

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On-campus Induction days

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First5Weeks Themes and Events

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Student Hub

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FAQs

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Hello and Welcome to ATU Ba mhaith liom fáilte mór a chur romhaibh ar fad anseo go dtí Ollscoil Teichneolaíochta an Atlantaigh … and to say a big THANK YOU for choosing to study in Atlantic Technological University!

At ATU, students benefit from our very positive staff-student interactions and learn through small classes, hands-on practical work, mentoring, internships, and opportunities to study abroad, and this ethos remains strong even as we have joined forces across the three former institutes of technology.

As you start the new academic year with us, I want you to remember some key pieces of advice: connect with each other and engage with your academic Department and School. A significant part of our examination and assessment involves continuous assessment and you can improve your chances of good results by ensuring you maintain a high attendance rate throughout the year. Most of all, do engage with the campaigns and activities organised for you during the induction programme and throughout the year (www.atu.ie/welcome). Participate in Clubs and Societies where possible and follow your Students’ Union on social media to keep up to date and stay connected.

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It is my great pleasure to welcome you to one of our nine campuses. We are one of the largest providers of third level education in Ireland, and you are now part of this success story for our future.

Your third level journey can yield huge rewards for you after you graduate in a few short years from now. Work hard while you are with us, but make sure you also enjoy that journey.

Stay well, look after each other, and I hope to meet you along the way!

Dr Orla Flynn Uachtarán/ President

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First5Weeks Induction Programme Welcome to ATU, your third level journey is beginning and to help you settle in, we have created the First5Weeks Welcome Programme. Our First5Weeks Programme provides you with the opportunity to actively engage in college life, get to grips with your course, join a club or society, become a volunteer, and develop a personal toolkit to live a healthy balanced and enjoyable lifestyle. We want you to achieve your academic goals and we want you to enjoy your student experience.

Family Day (9 September)

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Our welcome programme kicks off with Family Day from 3-5pm on Tuesday 9 September.

You and your family will have the chance to meet academics and support staff, attend talks and take a campus tour.

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Welcome & Induction (10 or 11 September 2025) Your on-campus induction day which will take place on Wednesday 10 OR Thursday 11 September.

Visit https://atu.ie/sligocao-induction to find out which day you should attend campus.

All students should check-in at the Main Reception (near the Fish sculpture) on arrival - it is marked as letter A on the campus map here

First5Weeks Themes and Events Find your First5Weeks on the website with details of the activities and events that will be running each week. Follow us on instagram @ATUSligo_studentservices so you don’t miss out on anything planned!

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Week 1 (15 - 19 September)

GETTING THE RIGHT START: Get to know your campus, figure out your timetable, class locations and get help from IT support.

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Week 2 (22 - 26 September)

GET INVOLVED: Campus activities will take place throughout this week from Clubs & Societies Day to meeting Student Services & Student Union.

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Week 3 (29 September 3 October)

HEALTH & WELLBEING: Balancing College Life and the Student Experience. By taking care of yourself, you set yourself up for greater success.

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Week 4 (6 -10 October)

ACADEMIC SUPPORT: Discover the Yeats Library, Academic Writing Centre, Maths & Engineering Support Centre and more this week.

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Week 5 (13 - 17 October)

CHECK IN WEEK: Find out more during this week about the Student Support Services on campus, all of which are free and here to support your needs.

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Student Hub The Student Hub is where you will find the answers to all your queries throughout college.

After you register and get your login details, go to the Student Hub at https://studenthub.atu.ie and click registered students.

The site includes information on: The academic calendar with the all the important dates for the year ahead Your class timetable Student Services Health and Wellbeing supports such as nurse and GP care and counselling

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Academic Supports including the Maths and Engineering Support Centre and the Academic Writing Centre Library Examinations Financial supports and Scholarships Academic Policies and Regulations And much more…

The A-Z of Student Life and Freshers’ Dictionary These handy digital guides are here to help!

The A–Z of Student Life has everything you need to know about being a student at ATU Sligo.

The Fresher’s Dictionary explains important words and phrases you’ll hear around campus and in your course.

Staying Connected Starting college is an exciting time in your life but it’s also normal to feel anxious about what’s to come. Once you have registered and have access to Moodle, your Virtual Learning Environment, you can access the “Being Well Living Well!” programme. This is an interactive, online support that takes a positive, preventative approach to help you to maintain your mental, physical, emotional and financial wellbeing.

The #First5Weeks is the perfect time to start building connections so you have a support network during your time in college. Remember, please reach out to someone if you are struggling – one of the many staff, your Class Rep or the Students’ Union.

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FAQs Do first years go straight into classes?

No, first years attend induction before they attend any classes. Induction days are Wednesday 10th and Thursday 11th September with classes due to start the week beginning Monday 16th September. Please go to https://www.atu.ie/student-life/induction/undergraduateinduction/sligo-induction to find out when your induction is scheduled. You are also welcome to attend Family Day on Tuesday 9th September @ 3-5 pm.

When will I get my class timetable?

How long is the induction?

Induction is a full day of activity starting with a welcome breakfast in the morning and some fun icebreaker activities. Throughout the day you will get the opportunity to learn about student supports, tour the campus and attend academic talks focused on your programme of study.

I am having problems registering online, who do I contact for help?

Before contacting a support team, please review the registration guides available at https://www.atu.ie/student-life/registration/new-students If you still have issues, please email studentreg.sligo@atu.ie. You should include your student number and detailed information about the specific problem you are having (include screenshots when possible).

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You will normally get your class timetable at your Programme talk during your on-campus induction day. To find it online, go to https://timetables.atu.ie/ The first time you access this you can find your student set code by browsing the student sets - simply search for a key word from your programme title e.g. business / fine art / computing and you will see a list of all programmes and years.

I have an IT problem, how can I get help?

You can contact the student IT helpdesk at https://studenthub.atu.ie/helpdesk

Can I register online now and pay my fees later?

Yes, students can choose a number of payment plan options.

See https://www.atu.ie/study/fees-and-funding/fees/payment-options-and-paymentdeadlines/ for details.

When will I get my Student ID Card?

It can take several weeks after registration for your card to arrive by post to the primary address that is listed on your student record – please ensure that your address is correct.

How can I find accommodation?

Regularly check the accommodation page on https://atussu.ie/student-accommodation/ as well as local papers and accommodation providers online. The Students’ Union will be actively updating a list featuring available Self-Catering and Digs accommodation. To get in contact with the Students’ Union, please call 071-9141887 or email support@atussu.ie.

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Further Questions?

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Please email the following services for any specific queries:

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Topic

Email

General registration Requesting letters Student ID cards Troubleshooting relating to online registration

studentreg.sligo@atu.ie

Fees and Grants and Payment Options/ Instalment Plans

feecollection.sligo@atu.ie

Induction and First5Weeks

success.sligo@atu.ie

International students

international.sligo@atu.ie

Admissions, such as Deferring, Withdrawing or Interrupting your studies

admissions.sligo@atu.ie

Financial supports including HEAR, 1916 Bursary, Student Assistance Fund

access.sligo@atu.ie

Disability and Learning supports including DARE

disability.sligo@atu.ie

IT issues accessing ATU systems

Raise an IT helpdesk request at https://studenthub.atu.ie/helpdesk/

Useful Contacts Instagram ATU Sligo Student Services

atusligo_studentservices

ATU Sligo Students’ Union

atussu.ie

ATU Sligo

atusligo_ie

ATU Global Sligo

atusligo_global

ATU Sligo International Society

atusligointernationalsociety

Knocknarea Arena

knocknareaarena

ATU Sligo Wellbeing

atusligowellbeing

ATU Sligo Healthy Campus

atuhealthysligo

ATU Pastoral Care

atupastoralcare

Yeats Library

yeatslibraryatu

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www.atu.ie/induction

www.atu.ie/induction

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