Shannon College of Hotel Management is affiliated with the University of Galway and is the first specialized hotel management college in Ireland. Established in 1951, the college provides comprehensive training for students committed to the development of the hotel industry, including practical restaurant service, basic accounting management, language skills, and two paid internships totaling 21 months. The college has developed into one of the leading institutions in the European hospitality industry, boasting extensive connections within the hotel sector and maintaining a 100% graduate employment rate, enabling graduates to build successful careers in top hotel companies.
Galway is a small town located on the west coast of Ireland and is the fourth largest city in the country. Rich in artistic and cultural atmosphere, Galway hosts various art, music, and cultural events and exhibitions each year. It was named one of the best city in the world to visit in 2020 by Lonely Planet and was recognized by The New York Times as “Ireland’s Most Charming City”!
Shannon College of Hotel Management is closely connected to this unique travel hub, creating an enhanced learning environment that allows students to gain in-depth knowledge of the hotel industry while further developing their professional skills and quality of service.
Programme Highlights
⟡ Long-standing History: The First Specialized Hotel Management College in Ireland ⟡
Shannon College of Hotel Management was established in 1951 as the first dedicated college of hotel management in Ireland. With 73 years of rich experience in both business and hospitality, the college is ranked between 101-150 globally in the QS Ranking for Hospitality and Leisure Management in 2024.
⟡ Professional Practical Training: Two Years of Paid Internships⟡
Professional practical training is a core component of the curriculum, designed to help students develop practical skills that align with the professional standards of world-class hotels. Students undertake paid internships in their second and fourth years, with salaries ranging from €23,500 to €50,000.
⟡Strong Hotel Partnerships: 100% Employment Rate⟡
Shannon College of Hotel Management has established close partnerships with various hotels around the world, providing students with countless job opportunities. Currently, graduates of Shanon College are employed in 102 hotels across 17 different countries, including Canada, France, Belgium, Germany, Iceland, Spain, and the UK.
