Students will soon be able to avail of a Bachelor of Arts in Home Economics in our region.
South East Technological University has launched the first of its kind in the southeast region that gives students the opportunity to study home economics at degree level alongside an additional minor subject from arts and humanities.
This is a future-focused, dynamic degree that promotes healthier, more sustainable ways of living across homes, schools, and communities. On a practical level, the programme creates greater access for students of the southeast who aspire to teach home economics, or who wish to enter other related professions.
On the significance of SETU’s offering, Dr Don O’Neill, Head of Department of Culinary Arts, Hospitality, and Tourism, said, “The launch of our bachelor’s degree in home economics in combination with a minor subject is the start of an exciting new chapter at SETU.”
“Previously, students would have to travel outside the region to complete home economics studies. This degree offers a strong foundation for progression to home economics teaching qualifications, or work in a very diverse range of areas such as nutrition, textile design, or community health,” says Dr O’Neill.
Dr Don spoke to KCLR News’ Martin Quilty about the launch.
