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I loved helping him in the shed working on different projects. In school, my favourite and best subject was construction, and I knew that was the career I wanted to follow. I decided I would study in IT Sligo after attending the open day and seeing the amazing facilities. I love the course. I find myself getting more and more interested in the modules and subjects associated with Construction Project Management. The small class size is great. Everything we need to know is explained to us clearly, and our lecturers help each student as we progress through the course. We spend a lot of time in the workshop. My favourite module is Applied Construction Technology. We draw, design, and construct our own projects, from roofs and stairs to model houses. I have secured a position with a local Mechanical/Electrical Contractor, Jim McCabe (Ferm Engineering) for the summer months. Working on site with qualified electricians, plumbers, and labourers, gives me a chance to learn more about the industry. Once I finish my degree at IT Sligo, I plan to take some time to travel. Luckily, with my qualification, there will be construction work all over the world for me. Long term, I would love to be a Construction Project Manager – it’s a vitally important role in the industry. I have no doubt that my degree from IT Sligo will help me to achieve all this and more.

Nathan Wray, BSc (Hons) in Construction Projects Management and Applied Technology. IT Sligo

There are no silly questions – we are all here to learn and the staff at the college are brilliant with helping us.

Growing up, I have always had a keen interest in construction, inspired by my dad. He runs his own joinery business.