College Life

College life throws up plenty of challenges. There’s the studying, time management and budgeting, as well as making space for fun.

In this section, we look at different aspects of college life. That’s everything from managing your money to taking a gap year and everything in between.

€500 Student Grant

€500 Student Grant

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Students are being reminded to take advantage of the new student supports as it emerged only one in four of those eligible had applied for a €500 student grant towards…
What Will My First Week in College Be Like?

What Will My First Week in College Be Like?

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Congratulations,. You’ve got your CAO points & you’ve accepted your place and now you’re starting to think about what college will be like. A new exciting chapter is beginning in…
What Are You Planning This Summer Before College?

What Are You Planning This Summer Before College?

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Before starting college, many students often have various plans and activities they would like to pursue during the summer. We hope you have some great plans and make the most…
Speak Out Against Racism Survey

Speak Out Against Racism Survey

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The Irish Council for International Students (ICOS) is conducting a Speak Out Against Racism Survey.
Ireland Ranks High for Higher Education

Ireland Ranks High for Higher Education

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Ireland Ranks High for Higher Education – A new study from The Campus Advisor has ranked Ireland as fifth in the world for higher education. The Campus Advisor is the…
Going to College Podcast

Going to College Podcast

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Guidance Counsellor Donnchadh O’Mahony presents a special two-part Going to College Podcast, in association with Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI), on the CAO offers and preparing for college life.
Help! I Don’t Know What to Study in College!

Help! I Don’t Know What to Study in College!

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“Help! I Don’t Know What to Study in College!” Is this a worry of yours? Are you struggling to think about what you want do after the Leaving Cert. Well,…
Online Consent Hub

Online Consent Hub

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An Online Consent Hub has been launched for the third level sector.
Ireland’s Change Makers on RTE in January

Ireland’s Change Makers on RTE in January

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Ireland’s Change Maker is a new series coming to RTE that puts a spotlight on the most transformative research-led projects and the inspiring people behind them. 
College Awareness Week 2021

College Awareness Week 2021

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College Awareness Week  is running this week around the country and aims to Celebrate going to college and showcasing local role models.
What Should I Study in College?

What Should I Study in College?

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With the 2022 CAO Application form opening on the 5th of November at 12:00, it’s time to really start thinking about the question ‘What Should I Study in College?’ and…
Maynooth University ‘Digital Wealth Project’

Maynooth University ‘Digital Wealth Project’

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The Digital Wealth Project, a collaboration between Maynooth University and Microsoft Education Ireland, has been awarded a Rethink Ireland Education grant of €450,000.
#UnmuteConsent Campaign

#UnmuteConsent Campaign

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As students return to campus, Higher Education Institutions launch the #UnmuteConsent Campaign to drive a positive conversation on consent, and to end sexual violence and harassment.