Portobello Institute
43 Lower Dominick Street, Rotunda, Dublin 1
About
Portobello Institute offers specialised, career-focused courses across diverse fields such as Early Years Education, Sports Science, Facilities Management, Travel and Tourism, and Fashion.
The institute provides a broad spectrum of educational programmes, ranging from certificate level through to master’s degrees. Many courses are accredited by respected educational bodies, including Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI), London Metropolitan University, and Liverpool John Moores University, ensuring globally recognised qualifications.
One of the standout advantages of studying at Portobello Institute is its flexible learning formats. The institute offers full-time, part-time, and blended learning options designed specifically to accommodate working professionals and students managing other life commitments. Additionally, Portobello provides advanced entry opportunities, allowing prospective students to use previous academic qualifications or professional experience to potentially shorten the duration and reduce the cost of their studies.
Portobello Institute boasts excellent on-campus facilities, including a modern sports centre that supports its practical sports science, sports therapy, and physical education courses. Situated conveniently in Dublin city centre, the institute offers easy access to public transportation, making it an ideal choice for local and commuting students alike.
The institute places a significant emphasis on student welfare and academic support. Students benefit from personalised guidance through dedicated tutors and a student liaison officer. There is also targeted support available for learners with specific educational needs, ensuring that every student can successfully navigate their academic journey.
Courses at Portobello Institute
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Videos & Brochures From Portobello Institute
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video Business of Fashion - Portobello Institute
Fashion tutor at Portobello Institute, Sinead Kelly, shares insights into the student experience in our Business of Fashion faculty and what sets these courses apart when it comes to securing real careers.
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video Sports Degree Programmes - Portobello Institute
Dr. Susan Giblin, innovative sports programme manager at Portobello Institute has been heavily involved in both the creation and development of the innovative sports degrees at the college. Students can now specialise across 4 distinct disciplines from BSc (Hons) in…
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video Early Childhood Care and Education degree student - Portobello Institute
A video highlighting a student of Early Childhood Care and Education at Portobello Institute, showing what's involved in this and other Childcare courses at Portobello Institute
News From Portobello Institute
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Amy Griffin, Fashion student tells her story
9 Jan 2019
Amy was working at a supervisor level for Topshop/Topman and dabbled in both visual and merchandising and had a keen interest in all things fashion. Amy had been working on a fulltime basis while completing her studies in fashion buying…
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Sheena Heavey, recent SNA & Montessori graduate shares her story
9 Jan 2019
Sheena Heavey, recent graduate shares her inspirational journey to the beginning of an exciting new career armed with new qualifications after a busy academic year at Portobello Institute. Before commencing her journey in the Early Years sector Sheena had been…
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An insight into our Beauty, Makeup and Fashion departments
23 Oct 2018
Here at Portobello Institute we are delighted to share a snapshot of the head of our Fashion, Beauty and Makeup departments, Annemarie McAuley. We would like to give an insight into the sheer level of support in place across our…
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Our ethos at Portobello Institute
23 Oct 2018
With our autumn intake of full time programmes commencing in the coming two weeks we are delighted to share this insight with you into our college ethos across all departments originating from 1981. Our mission is to make education accessible to…
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Launching our new gym facility at Portobello Institute
23 Oct 2018
When it came to kitting out our new sports facilities at Portobello Institute we only wanted the best so BLK BOX Fitness were the obvious choice for us. BlkBox Fitness are renowned for their gym facility construction and equipment provision.…