Over 2,500 visitors explore Dundalk IT during recent open days

More than 2,500 prospective students and their families recently attended Dundalk Institute of Technology's (DkIT) two-day Open Day events.

Schools from across the North Leinster-South Ulster region visited the campus to gain insight into student life, meet lecturers, interact with current students, and explore the state-of-the-art facilities available at DkIT.

During the events, attendees had the chance to explore nearly seventy degree courses on offer and participate in a range of engaging activities. Highlights included demonstrations in Electronic and Mechanical Engineering, as well as a special screening of student films.

Many visitors also took part in lab tours, including visits to the new €18m Science Extension, veterinary nursing, exercise physiology, and clinical skills labs for nursing and midwifery. These tours showcased the cutting-edge equipment used across the School of Health and Science.

Young aspiring chefs had the chance to speak with culinary staff and students and even visited the Hospitality Restaurant for a first-hand look at life in the kitchen.

DkIT's Multi-Purpose Centre was transformed into an exhibition hall, featuring a wide range of courses from Accounting and Finance to Sound Design, Early Childhood Studies, and Agriculture. Visitors were able to engage with lecturers and student ambassadors about various programmes and potential career pathways.

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Diarmuid Cahill, Schools Liaison Officer at DkIT said: "It was fantastic to welcome so many prospective students, guidance counsellors, and their families to the DkIT campus for our Open Days. At DkIT, we are committed to offering innovative courses across all of our four schools, designed to meet the ever-evolving needs of industry.

"With sixty eight degree programmes available in a variety of disciplines, prospective students have a huge range of options. Coupled with small class sizes and a hands-on approach to learning, DkIT offers a wealth of opportunities for those seeking the next step in their educational journey."

DkIT's next Open Day will be held on Saturday, 18th January 2025.