Why are so many Irish students now opting to study in the Netherlands?

Thu, Apr 18, 2019

There are now more than 1,000 Irish students registered on degree programmes, taught through English, in Dutch universities. Dutch admissions officers are reporting to EUNICAS that this number is likely to be significantly higher this September.

This phenomenon is radically changing the palette of third-level opportunities available to Irish students who can now access a wide range of programmes in institutions with a very high international reputation, at a cost lower than studying at home. “The numbers enrolling in Dutch universities, and in other continental European universities, represents a refreshing opportunity for Irish students seeking an alternative outside the troubled third-level sector in Ireland. Significant numbers of students are rejecting offers from high-points courses, to accept offers from Dutch universities,” said Guy Flouch of EUNiCAS (www.eunicas.ie), the Irish-based European Universities Application and Support service. So why The Netherlands? Firstly, these are excellent programmes in highly-ranked (11 are higher ranked than UCD) and well-resourced institutions.

Demand for NUI Galway degrees on the rise

Thu, Mar 28, 2019

NUI Galway has seen a substantial increase in demand for its courses this year, with more than 5,000 students making it their university of choice for the 2019-2020 academic year. This marked a year-on-year increase of five per cent in first preference applications, against a national picture which saw the number of applications received by the CAO by February 1 grow by 0.5 per cent on last year’s levels.

I still feel ‘winter grey and bland’. Can anything help me get into a better spring mood?

Thu, Mar 28, 2019

Naturopath Elle Fox, a graduate of the College of Naturopathic Medicine, discusses how to boost your mood naturally for spring.

Swimming is an essential life saving skill

Thu, Mar 28, 2019

Everyone is capable of learning to swim. The team at Braemor SC have successfully taught the very young from three years of age to the more senior age groups to swim. Having an experienced instructor in the water as well as on the side of the pool helps even the most nervous pupils overcome their fear of water and succeed in learning to swim.

At the improvers class the fully qualified instructor, Anne Page, who is a former international and Olympic panellist swimmer, puts great emphasis on the breathing technique on front crawl, helping swimmers to swim for longer distances and with ease.

The continuing success of PLC programmes

Thu, Mar 28, 2019

The further education sector in Ireland is stronger than ever and offers great opportunities for students in a variety of ways. Further education offers a range of learning experiences such as apprenticeships and traineeships, workplace learning, and community education.

Learn SolidWorks/CNC milling and turning at GRETB Training Centre

Thu, Mar 28, 2019

GRETB Training Centre will be offering a free 44 week full-time course with four weeks in company training planned for April.

Are you looking for a rewarding career in teaching?

Thu, Mar 28, 2019

There has never been a better time to become a teacher. If you are passionate about teaching, take the first step by starting your master's with Hibernia College and joining the alumni network of almost 10,000 teachers.

Learn 3D modelling with Blender

Thu, Mar 14, 2019

There is a demand for 3D art and animation skills in Ireland, in the animation industry and games industry. Blender is a free and open source 3D creation suite. It supports the entirety of the 3D pipeline — modelling, rigging, animation, simulation, rendering, compositing, and motion tracking, even video editing and game creation.

Party foods for your coeliac child — advice from the College of Naturopathic Medicine

Thu, Mar 14, 2019

Q: How can my coeliac daughter have fun at friends' birthday parties without worrying about food?

Courses for all levels at the International School of Make-up Artistry

Thu, Mar 14, 2019

The International School of Make-up Artistry, based in Galway, has a wide variety of diploma courses to suit all ages and levels. Whether you are just starting out and would like to become a professional make-up artist, or you currently have a qualification in make-up or beauty and would like to enhance your skills, the school has courses designed to suit.

Students take to the streets tomorrow in climate change call

Thu, Mar 14, 2019

Students from across Galway will take to the streets tomorrow (Friday) to demand action on climate change. The events, organised by local students and youth groups, will see teenagers skip school to attend a demonstration in Eyre Square calling on the Government to secure the future of the environment.

PLC biomed course at Galway Community College provides an access route to a science degree

Thu, Mar 14, 2019

Galway Community College has been successfully running a QQI Level 5 biomedical/laboratory skills course for the past three years. This course gives students many options to progress into university degree courses and to access employment in the thriving medtech sector in Galway.

This one-year course is designed to allow students who may have missed out on CAO points to gain entry into science degree courses which reserve a number of places for PLC students. Many past graduates have progressed into science courses at NUIG, GMIT, UCD, and UCC.

CareerClub for senior cycle students and their parents/guardians comes to Galway

Thu, Mar 14, 2019

Are you a student starting senior cycle in September or currently in fifth or sixth year? Are you the parent/guardian of such a student? Then CareerClub might be just what you need.

The countdown is on to Pathways

Thu, Mar 14, 2019

Whether you are sitting the Leaving Cert this June, thinking about what subjects to choose for senior cycle, or planning your next steps in college or your career, now is the time to plan a trip to Pathways. Organised by the Galway Advertiser group, this event promises something for everyone planning their next steps.

Searching a for the dream job in 2019

Thu, Mar 14, 2019

As we approach the middle of April, it is likely that your New Year, new me ideals and promises have sadly fallen by the wayside; it happens to us all.

Java software developer course at the GRETB Training Centre

Thu, Mar 07, 2019

Build your career as a computer programmer with the Java Software Develop Course starting shortly at the GRETB Training Centre in Mervue Business Park, Mervue, Galway.

What is a computer programmer?

CareerClub launches nationwide offering support for senior cycle students and their parents/guardians

Thu, Mar 07, 2019

Are you a student starting senior cycle in September or currently in fifth or sixth year? Are you the parent/guardian of such a student? Then CareerClub might be just what you need.

Upskill in 2019 with a payroll qualification

Thu, Mar 07, 2019

This year has seen some mandatory changes to how we process payroll. GPA Solutions has scheduled a QQI Level 5 payroll award which commences on March 14 in Galway. This four day course will be delivered one day a week, over four weeks. Learners will acquire a thorough knowledge of basic PAYE, USC, and PRSI computations to include the cumulative, week one, and emergency tax basis.

Galway Rural Development — working through partnership

Thu, Mar 07, 2019

Many hands make light work — the key to success. Galway Rural Development is pleased to be collaborating with a number of different organisations in Galway in order to deliver top quality education and training. Many of the courses are offered in partnership with Galway and Roscommon Education and Training Board, and in the past few years GRD has also hosted workshops with Croi, Youthwork Ireland, Aids West, Healthy Ireland, TUSLA, Galway County PPN, and Galway County Libraries.

Galway schools help to pioneer national programme in computer coding

Thu, Mar 07, 2019

A pilot programme to help schools introduce coding at junior cycle is to be extended to a second phase from September 2019, Minister for Education and Skills Joe McHugh has announced this week.

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