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SETU - South East Technological University

Waterford, IrelandPublic technological universityVisit website
2022
Founded
4
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About SETU - South East Technological University

A public technological university in the south east of Ireland, created in 2022 from Waterford Institute of Technology and Institute of Technology Carlow, with campuses in Waterford, Carlow, Wexford, Kilkenny and Wicklow and more than 18,000 learners.

SubjectsComputingEngineeringBusiness

Courses

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4 courses

Highlights

South East Technological University, or SETU, is a public technological university created in 2022 from the merger of Waterford Institute of Technology and Institute of Technology Carlow. It has campuses in Waterford, Carlow, Wexford, Kilkenny and Wicklow, and offers certificates, bachelor's and master's degrees in computing, engineering, business, science, health and the arts.

Campuses

  • Waterford Campus

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    Waterford · Cork Road, Waterford

    The largest campus, close to Waterford city, with many schools and a sports hall. Confirm the address and which programmes are taught there.

  • Carlow Campus

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    Carlow · Kilkenny Road, Carlow

    A campus in Carlow town, with business, science and engineering programmes and a large South Sports Campus. Confirm which programmes are taught there.

  • Wexford Campus

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    Wexford · Summerhill Road, Wexford

    A campus in Wexford town. Confirm the address and which programmes are taught there.

  • Kilkenny and Wicklow Campuses

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    Kilkenny · Kilkenny and Wicklow. Confirm the street addresses with the university.

    Smaller sites with a local focus. International students usually study at Waterford, Carlow or Wexford. Confirm which programmes are taught at each one.

Required documents

Identity

  • Passport

Academic

  • Secondary school transcripts and certificates
  • English language test result

Financial

  • Bank statement showing proof of funds
  • Proof of tuition fee payment

Visa

  • Letter of offer from the university
  • Irish study visa application, if required
  • Private medical insurance

General checklist. Your counsellor will confirm exactly what this institution needs.

Frequently asked questions

Is SETU a public or private institution?

It is a public institution in Waterford, Carlow and Wexford, Ireland.

What is SETU known for?

SETU is known for computing, engineering, business and science programmes, five campuses across the south east of Ireland, and a lower cost of living than Dublin.

What English score do I need for SETU?

IELTS 6.0 is a typical score, and other tests may be accepted, but these figures were not checked online. Non-native English speakers must show proof of English. Confirm the score for your course with admissions.

How much are tuition fees for international students at SETU?

No tuition figure was confirmed for this listing. Non-EU fees differ by programme and campus, and housing and living costs are extra. Confirm the current figures on the SETU website.

When can I start at SETU?

Most programmes start in September, and a few start in January, but this was not confirmed. Check the SETU global pages for deadlines, and apply early to leave time for your Irish study visa.