South East Technological University- Waterford

The South East Technological University came into existence after 2 institutes of technology- Waterford IT and IT Carlow came together into existing university of over 50 years of experience in higher education, research, etc. In 2022, SETU was established under the Universities Act 2018 by Minister for Further and Higher Education.  

The South East Technological University Waterford is not ranked official by the university itself. SETU Waterford is neither ranked by any top ranking bodies such as THE Ranking, Shiksha Popularity Ranking, etc. The university is only ranked by QS Sustainability Ranking at #1501 in 2026. As per Shiksha Popularity Rankings, the South East Technological University Waterford is ranked at #917 in World and #12 in Ireland.

The annual tuition fees for some of the top courses at South East Technological University are given as follows:

According to various sources, South East Technological University Waterford has an overall acceptance rate of around 66% that makes it moderately selective for international student admissions. Some of the general requirements to receive admission at the university are given as follows:

• Academic Record
• High School Transcripts 
• Proof of English Language Proficiency 
• Copy of Passport

South East Technological University offers employment in some of the top industries after graduation. Some of the most popular sectors at the university are given as follows:

• Operations
• Engineering
• Education
•  Information Technology
• Business Development
• Community and Social Services
• Marketing

South East Technological University Waterford offers employment to graduate students in some of the top companies and industries after their course is complete. Some of the top employers at the university are given as follows:

• Health Service Executive
• Irish Defence Forces
• Sanofi
• Sun Life
• Abbott
• Teagasc
• McDonalds