Schools invited to join Ireland’s Premier Rubik’s Cube Competition and Tricks Day at ATU

Thu, Feb 12, 2026

Galway Community College (GCC), in partnership with Atlantic Technological University (ATU) and Galway City Partnership, is proud to announce an upcoming Rubik’s Cube competition and tricks day. Following the success of the first-ever event of its kind in Ireland, schools nationwide are invited to express their interest in this unique event held at ATU on Friday, March 13.

Connolly welcomes positive steps towards new Irish language teacher training Masters at University of Galway

Thu, Feb 12, 2026

An important new post-grad course at the University of Galway, for primary teachers working in Irish language schools, has taken a major step towards gaining approval, according to Fianna Fáil Galway West TD, John Connolly.

Level up your career with a Postgraduate degree from ATU

Thu, Feb 05, 2026

Atlantic Technological University (ATU) is inviting prospective students to explore its wide range of postgraduate opportunities with applications open this February for courses starting in September 2026.

Register for beginner bodhrán course now

Thu, Feb 05, 2026

Everybody has rhythm, and there is no better time than now to take up a new challenge and learn a new instrument. If you have always wanted to play music but don’t know where to start, or you are already playing bodhrán but don’t know how to take your playing to the next level, now is the time.

GRETB hosts 300 principals and deputy principals

Thu, Feb 05, 2026

Galway and Roscommon Education and Training Board (GRETB) hosted over 300 principals and deputy principals at the Education Training Board Ireland's annual conference.

CAO deadline fast approaching

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

Applications to the Central Applications Office (CAO) for the 2026-27 academic year will close this Sunday, February 1.

Galway students recognised for antioxidant research project

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

Two Coláíste Muire Máthair students have been recognised for their project investigating antioxidant levels in everyday foods and drinks at the SciFest@Teen-Turn event held in Avantor, Dublin.

University of Galway law students receive scholarships

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

Two University of Galway students have been awarded the RDJ Diversity and Inclusion Scholarships.

Make 2026 the year you learn French

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

What if this year you decided to take up a new language, refresh your school French, or even avail of greater job opportunities? Would you like your children to get a head start in French or achieve a H1 in their Junior or Leaving Cert examinations? Then, the French Institute has a course for you.

The French Institute offers classes for all ages and all levels with qualified native French teachers, and are now enrolling for the new term, starting on the week of January 26 for teenagers and children, and February 9 for adults.

Pros and Cons of doing Transition Year

Thu, Jan 22, 2026

By Amy Joyce
Following the hustle and bustle of third year and the Junior cycle examinations, TY is an optional year where students can take a break from the classroom and have some fun. But is it worth doing TY, or are students better off going straight to fifth year or Leaving Cert Applied?

University of Galway postgraduate open day showcases over 160 courses

Thu, Jan 22, 2026

University of Galway is inviting prospective students to explore their next academic or professional step at its upcoming Postgraduate Open Day.

Happy New Year from the French Institute

Thu, Jan 22, 2026

What if this year you decided to take up a new language, refresh your school French, or even avail of greater job opportunities? Would you like your children to get a head start in French or achieve a H1 in their Junior or Leaving Cert examinations? Then, the French Institute has a course for you.

The French Institute offers classes for all ages and all levels with qualified native French teachers, and are now enrolling for the new term, starting on the week of January 26 for teenagers and children, and February 9 for adults.

GRETB to host first-ever Open Day - Further Education and Training (FET)

Thu, Jan 22, 2026

Choosing the right pathway in education or employment is an important decision. To support individuals at every stage of their journey, Galway and Roscommon Education and Training Board (GRETB) is bringing all of its Further Education and Training (FET) services together for the first time at a major regional Open Day.

Bridge Mills Galway Language Centre TEFL courses 2026

Thu, Jan 22, 2026

Bridge Mills Galway Language Centre is a Department of Education recognised training Institute now in its 39th year of business. It is a quality school with Cambridge Exams Centre recognition, EAQUALS, ACELS/QQI and FETAC accreditation.

The school has just successfully completed reaccreditation with EAQUALS and The International House World Organisation.

New special classes for Galway schools

Thu, Jan 15, 2026

Minister for Education Hildegarde Naughton has approved an initial seven new special classes for schools in Galway. This is the first round of approvals, which will take place over the coming weeks.

University of Galway to host Virtual MBA Open Evening

Thu, Jan 15, 2026

Are you considering an MBA at the University of Galway? Their AMBA accredited MBA programme will host a Virtual MBA Open Evening on Wednesday, January 21 at 6pm.

Speak and learn Irish with Gaeilge Locha Riach

Thu, Jan 15, 2026

Opportunities to speak and learn Irish in Loughrea are back in full swing this January with Gaeilge Locha Riach.

Learn Spanish in Galway with The Spanish Institute

Thu, Jan 15, 2026

The Spanish Institute is starting a new term in the first week of February, full of courses and activities for their students.

Short Courses at University of Galway 2026

Mon, Jan 12, 2026

Do you have one free evening a week and a curiosity to learn something new? Whether your motivation is personal enrichment, skill development, or exploring a long-held interest, the Centre for Adult Learning and Professional Development at University of Galway is now offering its Short Courses Series for 2026.

New year, new start at GRETB Tuam Road

Thu, Jan 08, 2026

If you would like to update your skills, change career, get ready for employment, or simply return to education then take a look at GRETB Tuam Road’s January courses.

The Return to Learning course is an ideal place to start, particularly if you have been away from education for a long time or if you left school early. With modules in Word Processing, Personal Effectiveness and Container Gardening starting in January, you can then continue with additional courses in September.

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