Study at Dundalk Institute of Technology (DkIT) : Heart of Ireland's Innovation Hub
11 January 2024
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DkIT in Dundalk City is strategically situated at the beating heart of the Belfast-Dublin economic corridor, an area marked as having significant importance due to its growing population and strong economic links between Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland

Dundalk, a town famous for its eclectic music scene. From traditional Irish music sessions in local pubs to gigs from up-and-coming performers in intimate venues – music lovers will be in their element.

Why study at DKIT?

  1. Award Winning Teaching 2018 DELTA Awards Winner & Winner of 2 Irish Education Awards 2018.
  2. 2/3 of all courses have work placement - More than half of all DkIT courses (55%) have work placement opportunities. Allowing you to develop practical skills and get industry experience which will look great on your CV.
  3. 70+ Industry focused Bachelor Degree and Masters programmes.
  4. 54% cheaper to live in Dundalk in comparison to Dublin
  5. A global campus with international students from over 30 countries.
  6. 94% of DKIT graduates progress into employment or further study within 9 months of graduating.
  7. Smaller class sizes for a hands on learning approach - No one wants to be stuck at the back of a 200 seat lecture theatre. To make sure you get enough contact hours with tutors we keep our class sizes small to ensure you never feel lost and can easily ask for support.
  8. The Personal Touch - At DkIT, you will never be just another face in the crowd. This is a friendly place where staff and students know each other by name. Our lecturers pride themselves on being approachable.

Why study in Dundalk City?

  1. Located in Dundalk, Co. Louth, in the north east of Ireland.
  2. Dundalk is the 2nd largest town in Ireland.
  3. 2.25 million people within 60 mins of Dundalk, over one third of Ireland’s population.
  4. DkIT campus is around 10 minutes’ walk from the centre of Dundalk town.
  5. Less than 45 min drive to Dublin Airport.
  6. Access via ferries, trains and busses.

Why Study in Ireland?

  1. Ireland is home to the Top 5 Global software companies
  2. Ireland is home to 9 of the top 10 US technology companies
  3. Ireland has all of the world’s Top 10 pharmaceutical companies
  4. 14 of the top 15 Medical technology companies are located in Ireland
  5. Europe’s only English speaking countries
  6. One of the friendliest and safest countries in the world
  7. Study in one of the best education systems in the world for higher education achievements