The Technological University of the Shannon: Midlands Midwest (TUS) is a public university. It was established in 2021 through the merger of Athlone Institute of Technology and Limerick Institute of Technology, both of which were publicly funded institutions.
As a technological university, TUS is government-supported and operates under the Irish Higher Education Authority. It offers state-accredited programs and receives public funding, aligning with Ireland’s national education strategy. TUS focuses on applied learning, research, and regional development, serving students across the Midlands and Midwest regions.
