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
- Built Environment
IWFM Level 5 Diploma in Facilities Management
Advance Your Career with the IWFM Level 5 Diploma in Facilities Management Are you looking to take the next…
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- 8 Months
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- Ongoing enrolment
The Special Needs Assistant Certificate is course suited to anyone who has an interest in Special Needs…
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- Ongoing enrolment
Course Details This level 7 BA (Ord) Early Childhood Care & Education degree is delivered through blended…
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- Ongoing enrolment
Course Overview This course is aimed at those seeking Continuing Professional Development (CPD) at…
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The Special Needs Assistant course is designed for learners who wish to progress from a QQI Level 5 to a QQI…
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- Fitness and Health
BSc Sport & Exercise Science
Portobello’s Institute’s BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science has been designed, in collaboration with…
- Duration
- 3 years
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- Ongoing enrolment
- Fitness and Health
MSc in Sports Performance Analysis
Course Details Delivered through blended learning, you can work full-time and study this MSc in Sports…
- Duration
- 3 Semesters
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- Ongoing enrolment
- Style and Fashion
Postgraduate Cert Fashion Buying & Merchandising
Course Details Delivered online through interactive webinars, this course offers you a Postgraduate…
- Duration
- 2 semesters
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- Ongoing enrolment
- Built Environment
PGC Workplace and Facilities Management
Course Overview This internationally recognised Postgraduate Certificate (PGC) in Workplace and Facilities…
- Duration
- 1 semester
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- Ongoing enrolment
- Style and Fashion
BA Fashion Management
Overview Are you interested in becoming a fashion manager?
- Duration
- 3 years
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- Ongoing enrolment
- Childcare
Special Needs Assistant QQI Level 6
Course Overview This QQI level 6 Minor Award Special Needs Assisting is the ideal next step for upskilling…
- Duration
- 1 week
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- Ongoing enrolment
- Childcare
Special Needs Assistant QQI Level 5
Course Overview Are you interested in becoming a Special Needs Assistant?
- Duration
- 1 week
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- Ongoing enrolment
- Built Environment
PGC in Innovation for Sustainability in the Workplace
Delivered by experienced industry experts via blended learning with online webinars, this level 9 Post…
- Duration
- 4 months
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- Ongoing enrolment
Course Overview This pre-registration course aims to develop highly skilled, evidence-based therapists,…
- Duration
- 2 years
- Fitness and Health
MSc Sports Rehabilitation Therapy
Course Overview This MSc Sport Rehabilitation and Therapy aims to cultivate highly competent, industry-ready…
- Duration
- 1 year
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- Ongoing enrolment
- Childcare
MA Inclusive Education and SEN
Course Details Delivered through blended learning, you can work full-time and study this innovative Masters…
- Duration
- 2 years
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- Ongoing enrolment
- Education and Teaching
Graduate Diploma in Physical Education
Course Details Delivered through blended learning, you can work full-time and study for this Graduate…
- Duration
- 8 months
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- Ongoing enrolment
- Travel and Tourism
BSc Airline, Aviation & Airport Management
Overview Ranging from the technological excellence to aviation engineering to the management of global…
- Duration
- 3 years
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- Ongoing enrolment
- Childcare
Therapeutic Play Skills - QQI Level 6
Course Details This blended learning course in Therapeutic Play Skills will provide you with the knowledge,…
- Duration
- 3 months
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- Ongoing enrolment
- Childcare
MA Early Childhood Studies
Delivered through blended learning, you can work full-time and study this MA in Early Childhood Care &…
- Duration
- 2 years
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- Ongoing enrolment
- Fitness and Health
Anatomy and Physiology
Course Details Anatomy and Physiology is a QQI Level 5 course that is delivered through blended learning.
- Duration
- one semester
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- Ongoing enrolment
1 Year Top-up Course Overview If you hold a level 7 BA (Ord) in Early Childhood Care & Education, a BA (Ord)…
- Duration
- 1 year
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- Ongoing enrolment
- Built Environment
IWFM 5 Sustainability & Environmental Issues in FM
Course Overview Over six weeks, this course equips you to assess sustainability and environmental management…
- Duration
- 6 weeks
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- Ongoing enrolment
- Fitness and Health
BSc (Hons) Sports Therapy Advanced Entry
Course Overview This course page is only for students who have been approved for advanced entry and are…
- Duration
- 2 years
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- Ongoing enrolment
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.…