AIT Information Evening
Athlone Institute of Technology is hosting a CAO Information Evening for Parents, Mature Students, and QQI Applicants next Tuesday, 15th January 2019 from 6 pm to 8 pm. Event Information:…
Preparing for College
It is probably fair to say that you have been preparing for third-level education since your Junior Cert year, but there’s more to know!
In this section we look at all and every aspect of preparing for college. That means we look at Transition Year and Leaving Cert options. We also look at finding the right college and open days. We have a college jargon buster, and we tell you what to expect during Registration Week and Freshers Week. Furthermore, we have advice on finding student accommodation, student services and a lot more to help you get ready for college.
IT Sligo Open Evening
An Open Evening will be held at IT Sligo on Tuesday, January 15th, 2019 from 6-8pm. The evening will provide Mature Students, QQI/FETAC students, school leavers and parents with a wealth of…
Going to College: The Financial Lowdown
Nowadays, college is a very costly endeavor. Even if you are eligible for a grant, thanks to skyrocketing rent prices and the overwhelming cost of living, those supports are unlikely…
Free NCAD Design Portfolio Preparation Workshops and Portfolio Clinics
The team at NCAD understand that the application process can seem daunting at times so they are going to help you complete your portfolio in one day! Staff members and…
University facilities: make the most of your degree
If you’re about to start your third-level educational journey, there’s more to university life than just academic study. This will be your time to explore hobbies, make new friends, pick…
CAO Applications Open Now
Earlybird Discount Are you prepping for your future? Now’s the time to get researching colleges and options. The CAO is accepting applications now. Apply on-line before 20th January for a…
Open Days: Why you should try before you buy
There are several good reasons to attend college Open Days. Here we have a look at the benefits of visiting a college before signing up to study a course. Understand…
Maynooth University Open Days
Start planning your visit to Maynooth for their next Open Day on November 23rd and 24th 2018. Throughout the open days, student ambassadors lead guided tours of the campus and…
5 Reasons to Study Law at Griffith College
If you’re planning to study law, then Griffith College just might be the best choice for you. Training at Griffith College means you will come out with a qualification that…
Career Choices: Colleges of Education
Are you thinking that a future in teaching primary school might be for you? There are five Colleges of Education for primary teacher training in Ireland. Four of these –…
10 Tips for Settling Into Your First Year at College
Moving to college is a big step and can be nerve-wracking, but it’s also a very exciting time. Settling into a new routine and being independent doesn’t need to be…
Parents and full-time third level applicants invited to fees talk at Central Library, Waterford
Regional Educational Guidance Service for Adults (REGSA) is delivering a presentation on the various Financial Supports available for anyone starting full time third-level or further education in September. The event…
Portobello Institute Announces Open Days
The Portobello Institute is holding open days this summer. Open days can be incredibly helpful for new students. They offer a chance to meet with department experts who can guide…
European Institute of Communications Course Dates
Earlier this year we decided to rebrand the European Institute of Communications (EIC) and create three divisions to within the EIC as follows: European Institute of Public Relations; European Institute…
Open Univeristy’s Upcoming Events Throughout Ireland
Open University Republic of Ireland events in July & September 2015 for your information. Tuesday 21 July 2015 – 12.00pm – 2.00pm Cork Central Library Information Session 57 – 61…
College fees lowered for children of Irish emigrants
There was some good news for Irish emigrants this week when it was announced that colleges would cut fees for children of Irish emigrants. Previously, if a student was not…
Student voices: What students think about college life
When it comes to college life, an important voice is often a bit under-appreciated – that of the student. The Irish Survey of Student Engagement is a pilot national survey…
Gold stars all round as Irish students rank among world’s best
New figures from the OECD (Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development) show that Irish students are among the top performers in the world when it comes to maths, reading and…
Leaving the Leaving Cert
So the fuss is almost all over for 2013’s Leaving Cert students. I say nearly, because there is still the bevy of first- and second-round college offers to look forward…
Philosophy in school? There’s thinking ahead.
At a time when the calls for more ICT and science training in secondary schools grow louder by the day, some are now asking if it might be time to…
