A new degree course in teaching Home Economics has been launched at Mary Immaculate College campus in Thurles.
The Education Minister Norma Foley officially launched the new B-A course on a visit to Tipperary yesterday evening.
It will allow students to attain a post-primary teaching qualification in both Home Economics and Business Studies.
The MIC Thurles campus is one of only two locations in the country, along with Sligo, where this teaching degree is available.
