Located in Thurles, County Tipperary, St. Patrick’s College has a rich history of learning dating back to 1837.  In recent times it has established itself as one of the newest Colleges of Education in the country.  The College offers a winning combination of state-of-the-art facilities, dedicated staff and a unique and friendly atmosphere.  Students benefit from a stimulating and inclusive learning environment in a picturesque setting steeped in history and culture. 

The College offers two concurrent teacher education programmes, which fully qualify graduates as post-primary teachers.  The BA in Education, Business Studies and Religious Studies qualifies graduates to teach Business Studies, Accounting and Religious Education to honours Leaving Certificate level and the BA in Education, Irish and Religious Studies qualifies students as post-primary teachers of Irish and Religious Education.

In 2011 the University of Limerick and St. Patrick’s College entered into an academic linkage. St. Patrick’s college programmes are accredited by the University of Limerick, meaning graduates are awarded University of Limerick degrees. Both teacher education programmes are also recognised by the Teaching Council and students are already registered with the Teaching Council on graduating.

The College is extremely accessible due to its central location just off the Dublin to Cork motorway (M8) and under a mile from Thurles train station which is also on the main Dublin to Cork route. Programmes at the College are in included in the Government Free Fees initiative.

BA (Honours) in Education, Business Studies and Religious Studies
CAO (TH001)

BA (Honours) in Education, Irish and Religious Studies
CAO (TH004)

Night Courses (Community Learning)

Adult Irish Classes - Beginners 2 (T.E.G. A2)
Adult Irish Classes - Intermediate 1 (T.E.G. B1)
Adult Irish Classes - Intermediate 2 (T.E.G. B2)