GRETB: Empowering people for life

Thu, Oct 30, 2025

Galway and Roscommon Education and Training Board (GRETB) is the largest provider of Further Education and Training (FET) in the West of Ireland. In the 40 FET centres across both counties, full-time and part-time courses, apprenticeships, and traineeships are offered across a wide range of disciplines.

Maynooth University, the home of academic strengths and traditions

Thu, Oct 30, 2025

Maynooth University is located in the heart of Ireland’s first university town. At just 25 kilometres from the city of Dublin, Maynooth was voted Ireland’s Tidiest Town in recent years. Surrounded by the rich heritage and beauty of Kildare, students enjoy the conveniences of a busy town, a growing university campus, and close proximity to Dublin.

From curiosity to code: A journey into technology

Thu, Oct 30, 2025

Irene Tressa Boby, associate software engineer at Fidelity Investments Ireland, traces her technology journey back to a simple curiosity — a love for understanding how things work and solving puzzles. “I have always enjoyed figuring out how things work and solving puzzles,” she says.

The realities of college life

Thu, Oct 30, 2025

Starting college can be one of the most exciting times of your life. For some it may be the first time moving out of your family home and moving to a new city, and for others it means having to commute hours to get from the countryside into the city for a 9am lecture.

Why I chose my course at University of Galway

Thu, Oct 30, 2025

William Duggan
When I was choosing my course, I wanted something that combined my interest in business with my curiosity about technology, and Business Information Systems (GY206) was the perfect fit. It bridges both worlds, showing how technology drives smarter business decisions and innovation. In the first year, I learned the foundations of programming, databases, and business strategy, which gave me a strong understanding of how organisations use data. Now, in my second year, I’m exploring how emerging technologies like Artificial Intelligence are transforming the business landscape. From chatbots improving customer service to data-driven decision-making, it’s exciting to see how digital tools are reshaping every industry. What I enjoy most about BIS is its practical, hands-on approach. The projects are industry-focused, helping me build real-world skills in analytics and digital strategy skills that will be vital in a world shaped by AI and innovation.

A tradition of excellence at St Patrick’s Pontifical University

Thu, Oct 30, 2025

St Patrick’s Pontifical University, Maynooth, is a specialised university focusing on theology and philosophy at undergraduate, postgraduate, and professional programme levels.

Why choose Atlantic Technological University?

Thu, Oct 30, 2025

Atlantic Technological University (ATU) is one of Ireland’s largest multi-campus universities, with nine campuses located across the west and northwest of Ireland. From Galway to Donegal, each campus offers a unique learning environment.

Discover postgraduate opportunities at UoG Open Evening

Thu, Oct 30, 2025

The University of Galway is inviting prospective students and professionals to take the next step in their academic and career journey at its Postgraduate Open Evening on Tuesday, November 11, from 4.00pm to 6.00pm, in the Bailey Allen Hall, Áras na Mac Léinn.

11,000 applications for Garda recruitment shows massive interest in making difference to communities

Thu, Oct 30, 2025

A career as a Garda and all it offers is still a very attractive proposition to young people, based on the massive number of applications received by the recruitment agency given the task of finding new officers.

‘A life less ordinary’: local opportunities in the Irish Defence Forces

Thu, Oct 30, 2025

For those seeking a career that combines adventure, purpose, and the chance to serve close to home, the Defence Forces offers an opportunity like no other. With recruitment now open locally, aspiring soldiers can begin their journey with the possibility of being posted right in their own community, providing a chance for recruits to serve their country while remaining connected to family and friends.

Why you should go on Erasmus

Thu, Oct 30, 2025

Since 1987, the University of Galway has participated in the Erasmus Programme, giving thousands of students the chance to study abroad while exploring a new country. It is a unique opportunity to combine academic learning with travel and cultural experiences.

The real cost of university

Thu, Oct 30, 2025

Once you get to college, the reality is it’s a costly endeavour. Between accommodation costs, the price of a pint and the expenses for everyday travel, groceries and college supplies, university can be pricy for students as well as their parents.

Pathways: a starting point for your career path

Thu, Oct 30, 2025

Representatives from every conceivable option open to school leavers will be present in the Galmont Hotel in Galway on Thursday 6th November. They are all looking forward to discussing career choices with you at this year’s Pathways expo.

Empowering carers: Galway Autism Partnership’s Career Guidance & Well-Being Programme

Thu, Oct 30, 2025

Galway Autism Partnership (GAP), a registered charity based in Galway city, is committed to supporting autistic people and the dedicated carers in their lives. As part of this mission, GAP is proud to launch a transformative Career Guidance and Well-being Programme designed specifically for family carers and young carers under 25, funded by the Pobal Dormant Accounts Fund Scheme.

Supporting Ireland’s creative future: Increased funding and opportunities for young talent

Thu, Oct 30, 2025

Ireland has recently made a significant commitment to nurturing its creative sector, with increased funding for artists aimed at fostering sustainable careers and supporting emerging talent. The government’s Basic Income for the Arts scheme has been made permanent, providing financial stability to artists and enabling them to focus on their craft. Alongside this, expanded investment in arts education and development programmes ensures that the next generation of creatives—especially young people—have access to the resources and opportunities they need to thrive.

Ardán: Giving the West’s storytellers their stage

Thu, Oct 30, 2025

“There are ideas sitting in sheds and notebooks all over the West of Ireland,” says Kathryn Reynolds of Ardán. “We exist to make sure those stories find their way to the screen.”

How do I go about deciding what I want to do once I finish my Leaving Cert?

Thu, Oct 30, 2025

Selecting the correct career progression option following your Leaving Cert or at any other stage in life is a major challenge for any of us. For the majority of those reflecting on this dilemma today the ultimate answer will be found in receiving and accepting a CAO offer in late August 2026.

Staying informed: New CAO courses for 2026

Thu, Oct 30, 2025

There are currently many CAO course choices available to students sitting the Leaving Certificate in 2026, and it can sometimes be difficult to keep up with all the new developments. However, it is extremely important for students to research both new and existing courses thoroughly to make informed career decisions.

Empowering STEM careers: your future with Pale Blue Dot®

Thu, Oct 30, 2025

Pale Blue Dot® Recruitment are the STEM Recruitment specialist connecting bright talent with innovative companies across Ireland's thriving industries. Its focus is exclusively on MedTech, Life Sciences, Digital Health, and Technical Manufacturing, where professionals are placed in critical roles like engineering, quality, regulatory, R&D, and more.

Ireland’s First All-Island apprenticeship helping develop new talent

Thu, Oct 30, 2025

In a landmark moment for education and cross-border cooperation, the first-ever all-island apprenticeship programme has been launched, marking a new chapter in how Ireland and Northern Ireland develop talent for the future.

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