Learn to play the Rolls-Royce of card games with Better Bridge

Thu, Sep 06, 2018

Bridge is said to be the Rolls-Royce of card games, offering the suspense of poker and the excitement of athletic sports in a social setting. It is the most stimulating, most intriguing, most fascinating, and most challenging of all card games. Each deal has some quality of strangeness, providing challenge, enjoyment, laughter, and sheer entertainment. Since the 1930s, bridge has been the most popular card game in the world.

Further education at GTI — your pathway to future success

Thu, Sep 06, 2018

Whether you have received the offer you want or are having second thoughts about the course you chose, it is worth checking out the further education options available to you at Galway Technical Institute, the largest provider of full-time QQI Level 5 and 6 programmes in the west of Ireland. GTI will host a final open day on Tuesday September 11 from 10am to 4pm.

A career in sports massage therapy

Thu, Sep 06, 2018

The Institute of Massage & Sports Therapy has been providing the highest level of training in sports massage for almost 20 years.

Four steps to finding your perfect career

Thu, Sep 06, 2018

In this article JobChanger identifies four steps you need to consider when planning your career for the future. These are important, no matter what stage you are at in life, if you wish to find your ideal career and enjoy life.

Develop your career with a Level 7 science degree

Thu, Sep 06, 2018

Would you like to develop your career in the medical device, biopharmaceutical, and pharmaceutical sectors in the west and midwest? Enrol now to gain a Level 7 science degree in one year part-time, funded through Springboard.

Open day at the French Institute

Thu, Sep 06, 2018

The French Institute Galway is holding an open day on Saturday September 8 from 12 noon to 4pm at the historic Bridge Mills. Its director Brigitte Demay O’Carroll and her staff will be in attendance to answer questions. Free assessment tests can be taken on the day.

Higher level Junior and Leaving Cert maths grinds course

Thu, Sep 06, 2018

Do not leave mastering your maths problems too late. The school year is about to begin so now is a great time to get to work on your maths.

Foghlaim Gaeilge do Bhliain na Gaeilge 125

Thu, Sep 06, 2018

Ar smaoinigh tú riamh Gaeilge a fhoghlaim? Is é anois an t-am é a dhéanamh. Tá Conradh na Gaeilge ag deánamh ceiliúradh 125 bliain ar an bhfód i mbliaina, 2018.

Make the cut at Celtic Hair College - Now Enrolling!

Mon, Aug 27, 2018

It is said that the first noticeable part of a woman’s beauty is her hair and that sets the tone for her entire look. For a man, a haircut is believed to say a lot about his personality. There are lots of opinions on the subject but one aspect of hairstyles that is universally agreed by man, woman, and child is that we want the best-trained hairdresser or barber to carry out the job on our hair, and Celtic Hair College is one of the best institutions in Galway for budding hopefuls to start their journey in the craft of barbering and hairdressing.

Galway Business School - Full & Part Time Options available - Now enrolling!

Fri, Aug 17, 2018

At Galway Business School, one of the leading independent third-level colleges in Ireland, they pride themselves on their ability to respond quickly to the changing needs of students, industry and labour markets. With their commitment to flexibility, accessible progression routes and a strong academic record, they support you as you embark upon a lifelong learning journey. If you are the kind of student who enjoys being challenged — intellectually, socially and personally — then Galway Business School is an institution you should consider for your studies.

Bubbles and Barks dog grooming academy is now enrolling

Thu, Aug 09, 2018

Do you want to work with dogs? Are you a creative, kind, person? Dog groomers have such a rewarding job. You can have that too.

Back to school without a bang

Thu, Aug 09, 2018

Pioneers of wellbeing in Irish schools, Dr Ann Caulfield and Derval Dunford of Mindfulness Matters, have just released a video giving teachers' and children’s perspectives on the difference that simple practices can make to anxiety, worry, concentration, and the overall classroom climate. One cute example from the children demonstrates how to magically manage ‘butterflies in their tummies’, something that may be useful for some teachers and parents, as well as children going back to school.

NUI Galway engineering maths qualifying exam offers Leaving Cert students a second chance

Thu, Aug 09, 2018

The College of Engineering and Informatics at NUI Galway has announced details of this year’s engineering maths qualifying exam, which gives students a second chance to pursue a career in engineering. The exam, which takes place on Wednesday, August 22, is for students who achieve the CAO points for an undergraduate engineering degree course at NUI Galway but who have not met the obligatory maths requirement.

FRS Training Ltd – providing qualifications in healthcare

Thu, Aug 09, 2018

Helping to prepare learners for a career in healthcare has been hugely rewarding for FRS. Graduates of the company’s QQI Level 5 major award in healthcare have gone on to work in hospitals, in residential care, childcare, and in communities around the country.

Free card making demonstrations at Cregal Art

Thu, Aug 09, 2018

Cregal Art welcomes Kerry Manning Colson as a demonstrator and craft teacher.

Your career in make-up artistry starts here

Thu, Aug 02, 2018

The School of Make-up Artistry offers a wide range of specialised make-up artistry courses, ranging from beginners to advanced levels, and suitable for adults of all ages. If you are interested in a career in make-up artistry, or if you would like to enhance your current qualification in beauty or make-up, the School of Make-up Artistry can provide a training course to suit you.

For those who already hold a qualification in make-up artistry or beauty therapy, and wish to further their knowledge in the area, the higher level masterclass diploma course is an excellent option. This course covers higher level beauty make-up, including fashion/trend, bridal, editorial looks, special effects make-up, prosthetics, body art, and much more. The school also offers courses specialising in bridal make-up application and all styles of beauty make-up.

Two GMIT architectural technology students through to finals of international competition

Thu, Aug 02, 2018

Two GMIT architectural technology students, Declan Moran from Killanin, Co Galway, and Gerard Fay from Drung, Co Cavan, will compete in the finals of the prestigious Chartered Institute of Architectural Technology (CIAT) Student Architectural Technology Awards, which will take place in Shoreditch, London on September 14.

MSc in Biomedical Science via distance learning/modular available at NUI Galway

Thu, Aug 02, 2018

The MSc in Biomedical Science (via distance learning/modular) is ideal for those interested in earning a master’s degree while remaining in employment. Developed for working graduates of engineering, technology, or science who wish to upskill or change career direction, this flexible programme allows you to complete your degree in two to six years.

Professional cookery course now enrolling

Thu, Aug 02, 2018

If you have an interest in food and would like to work with food now is the time to do it. There are currently up to 5,000 vacancies for qualified chefs in Ireland. The Irish International Hotel and Catering School can help to get you on the right track to start your career. It offers a full-time and part-time QQI major awards in professional cookery at Level 5 and 6 on the National Framework of Qualifications.

European Research Council grants for NUI Galway projects

Thu, Aug 02, 2018

Two researchers supported by NUI Galway have been awarded significant European Research Council (ERC) Starting Grants for their research into bone fragility in type 2 diabetes and the roles and voices of youths in the study of minority and regional language preservation.

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