The Centre for Talented Youth, Ireland

Centre for Academic Talent (CAT)

CAT is a programme for primary and second level students who scored in the top 10% in our assessments. Saturday courses are available for primary school students, while summer programmes (during the month of July) are offered to second level students. These courses take place in DCU.

CAT Saturday Programme for 8-12 year olds

Autumn term 2010: October 9th - December 11th (no classes on October 23rd or November 20th)

Saturday Morning (10am – 12.30pm)Saturday Afternoon ( 1.30pm to 4.00pm)
Chemistry Forensic Science
Veterinary Science Journalism

CTYI course fees click here

CAT Summer Programme

Sunday 11th July to Friday 22nd July 2011

Courses available on the CAT Programme

  • Archaeology - Data from the Dead
  • Computer Gaming
  • Engineering
  • Medicine
  • Psychology
  • Write, Act, Perform
  • Veterinary Science

We offer Residential & Commuter Places. As well as having a strong academic structure, the CAT summer programmes for second level students have an extensive social programme. Outside of classes, students participate in sporting activities, day trips, discos, table quizzes etc. We employ a team of residential staff who coordinate the social activities and ensure that the students settle in, have a balanced timetable and an altogether enjoyable time.

CAT Summer Programme 2011

Sunday 10th to Friday 22nd July 2011

2011 CAT Brochure (PDF)

2011 CAT Medical Form (PDF)

2011 CAT Application (PDF)

2011 CAT Fees (PDF)

Commuter Fees: €600
Residential Fees: €1200

For more information please contact: Stuart Kehoe at 01 7005090