In May 2026, we marked 75 years of hospitality education with a milestone anniversary celebration. Founded in 1951 by Dr Brendan O’Regan, Shannon College of Hotel Management has grown from an ambitious idea in the Shannon region to become a world-renowned school as part of University of Galway which has a distinctive place in Irish and global hospitality education.
Together with Head of College, Mr. Adrian Sylver, we are proud to launch our brand-new undergraduate degree programme: the Bachelor of Business Studies in Global Luxury & Experience Management, available on the CAO for entry in September 2027.
Our Vision for our Students
We ensure that you are empowered to discover your true potential, direct your own future, and to articulate clearly how your university experience has made you a distinctive and well-rounded global citizen.
Students Services aim to make your time at Shannon College of Hotel Management a rewarding, personal and professional experience. We provide high quality and comprehensive non-academic support and wellbeing services for students.
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At Shannon College, our Global Alumni network continues to grow with chapters all around the world
It is our priority to maintain a strong network with our graduates and also that our graduates develop a strong network with one another.
In order to #KeepTheContact, International Chapters organise events in different cities around the globe.
We stand at almost 3,000 alumni and continue to grow every year!
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The hospitality industry is unique. It offers the guest a chance to escape from every day life chores and challenges. We supply an idealistic experience of a second home, and that’s what is special. Dr. Philip Smyth (previous Head of College) famously said on my first day at Shannon; ‘the hotel is your stage, and you’re the actor’, he could not be more right. I have Shannon to thank you for the amazing opportunities that have come my way this far in my career and being the recipient of the Patrick Lane Scholarship at graduation has given me something once more, to be proud of.in Connect with Mark
Over the course of four and a half years at Shannon, I've had more opportunities than I could have ever imagined. One of the key benefits of studying at Shannon College lies in its community - comprised of both alumni and faculty. Together, they are the pillars of its success. Often referred to as a family, Shannon's sense of community becomes evident once you become a part of it. Throughout your time at Shannon, lecturers and staff offer unwavering guidance and support, which is unmatched to any other course and extends far beyond graduation. The staff at Shannon instils true hospitality in its students, which we learn and carry with us as alumni. This mindset is what distinguishes Shannon students from everyone else. I graduated in March 2024 and received the Mitzi Corscadden Scholarship, awarded to the graduate who demonstrated entrepreneurship and leadership during their time at Shannon College. Various scholarships are given at Shannon College graduations, acknowledging students' contributions and rewarding their hard work.in Connect with Rachel
Shannon College of Hotel Management, founded in 1951, is Ireland's only dedicated hotel management college. We offer two level 8 degrees, 3 Level 9 degrees all preparing students for careers in business and hotel management. We also offer an International Business Foundation course as well as micro credentials and continuous professional development courses throughout the year.
Shannon College of Hotel Management
Shannon International Airport
Co. Clare
Ireland
V14 DP03
+353 (0)91 497200
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