Faculty of Education and Health Sciences

The Faculty of Education and Health Sciences (EHS) is grounded in meaningful community engagement, innovative education, and cross-disciplinary research informing policy, generating impact and improving lives. Our programmes are strategically designed to meet real-world needs in healthcare, education, and society, producing graduates who are work-ready, values-driven, and equipped to lead in their fields.

EHS brings together a diverse community of disciplines and practices, including allied health, education, medicine, midwifery, nursing, psychology, and sports science, in a unique ecosystem that values collaboration, innovation, and diversity. Through shared facilities, mentoring, and strong connections with public services and industry, we support a student experience that is both ambitious and supportive. EHS benefits from access to wider university research centres and academic schools. We take pride in shaping the future of professions through strong graduate attributes, research-informed teaching, and long-standing partnerships driving real-world impact.

Based in Ireland’s Mid-West, one of the world’s most peaceful and globally connected regions, we welcome all those who share our ambition to contribute meaningfully through education, research, and leadership.