Faculty of Business & Hospitality - TUS

Faculty of Business & Hospitality - TUS Whatever your goal, the Faculty of Business & Hospitality will open doors nationally and internationally for a sustainable and rewarding career.

The Faculty of Business and Hospitality at TUS consists of three departments: Business and Management; Accounting and Business Computing, and Hospitality, Tourism & Leisure. The courses offered by the Faculty cover a wide range of areas including accountancy, business, digital marketing, data analytics, and much more. You will have the opportunity to acquire knowledge, develop skills and cultivate

attitudes which will help you to fulfill your potential and maximise your career prospects. New programmes are developed on a regular basis, and recent additions to the range of courses on offer include the Bachelor of Business and Law (Hons), the Bachelor of Business (Hons) in Sport Management (with international placement), the PG Diploma in Tourism Management and Destination Leadership, and the Bachelor of Business (Hons) in International Business. The theoretical and practical content of each course is reviewed regularly to ensure that graduates are prepared for the challenges and opportunities to be expected in a variety of careers at appropriate levels. The ‘ladder’ system of qualifications allows you to progress from higher certificate through to honours Bachelor degree, and on to postgraduate studies. The learning process within the faculty takes place in an environment where you have access to modern resources, expert staff knowledge, links with employers and the latest technology. Opportunities exist to study at partner institutions overseas – either on a short-term or a longer-term basis – which can add to your educational experience at TUS. The enrolment of international students on courses within the faculty also enhances the learning environment. Many of our graduates have become very successful on the national and international stage. We are very proud of their achievements and successes. If you wish to learn more about our programmes of study and related career opportunities, please contact any member of the staff for assistance. You are most welcome to visit the campus; a meeting can be arranged as part of the university's overall focus on student care. Whether you are joining third-level education straight from the Leaving Certificate or as a mature student, the scope for progress is unlimited, provided aptitude and ambition are matched with commitment and effort. The staff of the Faculty of Business and Hospitality wish you every success and will be honoured to facilitate your progress.

Big smiles all around last Thursday  as we unveiled our first textile wall hanging, created by first-year Bachelor of Ed...
23/04/2026

Big smiles all around last Thursday as we unveiled our first textile wall hanging, created by first-year Bachelor of Education in Home Economics and Technology students from and

Thank you to Professor Vincent Cunnane, President of Technological University of the Shannon and Dr Anna Logan PFHEA, Interim Executive Dean of the DCU Institute of Education for joining us for the unveiling.

Designed using 100% recyclable and upcycled materials, this unique piece highlights the synergy between Home Economics and Technology, while also reflecting the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

This student-led creation is intended to inspire future Home Economics and Technology students. We are proud to display it in the Department of Hospitality, Tourism & Leisure at Campus. A special mention to Lecturer and Home Economist Roisin Lydon for guiding the students with this project from concept to completion. A huge well done to all involved.

Learn more - https://www.dcu.ie/courses/undergraduate/institute-education/bachelor-education-home-economics-and-technology-post

A highlight of Semester 2 in the Department of Hospitality, Tourism and Leisure  Campus is welcoming Level 5 learners fr...
22/04/2026

A highlight of Semester 2 in the Department of Hospitality, Tourism and Leisure Campus is welcoming Level 5 learners fromLaois and Offaly Education and Training Board in Tullamore. It is wonderful to be able to facilitate students in gaining hands-on culinary experience in a higher education environment.

A pleasure to collaborate with Patricia Patterson from Laois and Offaly Education and Training Board on this module, and a special mention to Lecturer John Killeen for his continued support and commitment to this project.

To Yasmin, Leighton, Jack, Oliwia, Wiktoria, Margaret, Natalia, Robyn, Agne, Craig, Anhelina & Lucy, congratulations on what you have achieved with us this past Semester at We wish you every success with your future studies.

30/03/2026

Department life lately, in no particular order ✨

Wishing all our Department of Hospitality, Tourism and Leisure Students a restful and well-deserved Easter break 🐣 See you all on April 13th!

Brew for BUMBLEance Charity Coffee Morning  Congratulations to our Second-Year Business Studies with Event Management st...
25/03/2026

Brew for BUMBLEance Charity Coffee Morning

Congratulations to our Second-Year Business Studies with Event Management students, along with First-Year Culinary Arts students, who raised €600 for Ireland’s only dedicated Children’s Ambulance Service. The students recently hosted a Brew for BUMBLEance Charity Coffee Morning in the Department of Hospitality, Tourism and Leisure , along with their lecturers Dymphna Scnalon, Kelly Gallagher and Sandra Griselain.

Thank you to our community for showing such generosity and support to our students, and more importantly, BUMBLEance.

Learn more about our Business Studies with Event Management programme - https://tus.ie/courses/us942/

21/03/2026

A year on from the launch of the & BEd in Home Economics and Technology programme, it is a joy to celebrate World Home Economics Day in 2026, with our first cohort of students. Happy World Home Economics Day to all who celebrate!

Discover more about our innovative BEd HET programme at the Campus Spring Open Evening on April 15th from 6 pm, or join us at the Spring Open Day on April 18th from 10 am on the St. Patrick’s Campus

A special congratulations to second-year  Culinary Arts student, Lesslie Angeles Terrazas Miguel, who recently earned a ...
18/03/2026

A special congratulations to second-year Culinary Arts student, Lesslie Angeles Terrazas Miguel, who recently earned a Bronze Medal at the Knorr Professional Student Chef of the Year 2026 competition. Lesslie was assisted during the competition by her Culinary Arts classmate Oisín O’Flanagan and mentored by Lecturers John Killeen and Shane Sheedy. 

Lesslie, originally from Bolivia and now living in Athlone, is a rising culinary talent who was also recognised in last year’s competition as the Assistant Skills Test Award Winner.   

Thank you to our colleagues on the TUS Moylish campus for hosting. Congratulations to Rebecca Mahon of on winning the competition, and to Moira Fitzgerald from for achieving the silver medal.

Order in the court ⚖️ 4th year moot court in session!Last Thursday, we were delighted to welcome Solicitor Phil O’Laoide...
16/03/2026

Order in the court ⚖️ 4th year moot court in session!

Last Thursday, we were delighted to welcome Solicitor Phil O’Laoide to our new mock courtroom to preside over our fourth year Business and Law student’s final moot of the Semester.

There was an impressive amount of legal knowledge and skill on show with plenty of persuasive arguments made for Phil to deliberate over. Many thanks to Phil for her thoughtful judgments and a very well done to our students.

🎉 Congratulations to  student Kenneth Cahill on being named February Employee of the Month at the Edinburgh Marriott Hot...
10/03/2026

🎉 Congratulations to student Kenneth Cahill on being named February Employee of the Month at the Edinburgh Marriott Hotel!

Kenneth is currently completing his Year 3 International Placement as part of our Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Hospitality Management programme This recognition highlights his hard work and professionalism.

Well done, Kenneth - a great example of TUS students making their mark in the industry! 👏

Learn more ➡️ https://tus.ie/courses/us932/

The Department of Hospitality, Tourism and Leisure  was delighted to welcome Niall Farrell, Doctoral Candidate from  to ...
03/03/2026

The Department of Hospitality, Tourism and Leisure was delighted to welcome Niall Farrell, Doctoral Candidate from to deliver a guest lecture to our & B.Ed in Home Economics and Technology students

Niall’s talk, “Awareness to Action: LGBTQ+ Inclusion in Education,” shared insights from his PhD research and offered thoughtful, practical guidance to our students on fostering inclusive learning environments at post-primary level. The session encouraged reflection, broadened understanding, and equipped our students, as future teachers, with practical strategies to move from awareness to meaningful action in their classrooms.

The BEdHET is the only teacher-education degree in Ireland combining Home Economics and Technology and is fully accredited by The Teaching Council.

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