Monaghan Institute offers a wide range of further education and training (FET) courses. Each course is specifically designed for employment - the balance between theoretical and practical study is decided with the job-market firmly in mind. Close links with local employers and the community ensure that the focus of FET course provision is reflective of local needs and current/future skills shortages. The work experience you complete as part of your training keeps both you and staff attuned to the realities of modern business/industry/commerce. Monaghan is a pleasant provincial capital town - large enough to provide a city college atmosphere, yet small and intimate enough to enjoy a real town life style. Local shops, restaurants, cinema and night clubs give a quality service and if you are the sporty-type, there are playing-pitches, football and rugby clubs, a running-track, swimming pools, gyms, tennis courts, leisure centres, golf-clubs, equestrian centre, etc. The Students' Union social programme also ensures balanced learner development and you are encouraged to participate in its extra curricular activities.