Advice for prospective new students from current students at University of Galway
Thu, Feb 01, 2024
Eoin Maher
University of Galway student
Noel Guckian Newell
Thu, Feb 01, 2024
University of Galway student
Managing Your Money at University
Rachel O’ Dea
Thu, Feb 01, 2024
University of Galway student
My Top Ten Tips for First Years
Would you like to start a new career as a Bookkeeper and Payroll Specialist in 2024?
Thu, Jan 18, 2024
Get ready to elevate your skills with GRETB Training Centre’s comprehensive Manual & Computerised Accounts & Spreadsheet Methods training course commencing on Monday, February 19.
This 16-week full-time course, running from Monday to Friday, provides an in-depth exploration of bookkeeping and payroll techniques using the latest Sage software. This course will give you the chance to acquire invaluable skills and earn industry-recognised, QQI-accredited qualifications, including:
Read more ...Are you considering an MBA at the University of Galway
Thu, Jan 18, 2024
Are you considering an MBA at the University of Galway? Our AMBA accredited MBA programme will host a Virtual MBA Open Evening tonight on Thursday January 18, 2024. With over 50 years of experience in MBA provision, and accreditation from the International Association of MBAs, choosing University of Galway is a smart decision.
Read more ...Short Courses at University of Galway 2024
Mon, Jan 15, 2024
Have you one evening free per week? Are you interested in pursuing an area of study for your own personal motivation and development? The Centre for Adult Learning and Professional Development at the University of Galway launched its Short Courses Series 2024. Commencing the week of February 12th, courses are eight-weeks in duration (online or classroom-based) and cost €145 each.
Read more ...Is Transition Year worth doing?
Thu, Jan 04, 2024
What appealed to me most about transition year is that I would be able to stay in the same year as all my friends. I would be able to relax for a year and not have to worry about homework or projects or exams.
Read more ...Learn about University of Galway's MBA programme at virtual open evening
Thu, Jan 04, 2024
University of Galway’s Association of MBAs and AACSB-accredited MBA programme will host a virtual open evening on Thursday, January 18 at 6pm. The virtual open evening is a great opportunity to learn more about this part-time, flexible programme, providing an opportunity to meet MBA faculty, students, and graduates.
Read more ...Harris announces funding for students with a disability to access third level education
Thu, Jan 04, 2024
Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science Simon Harris TD recently announced additional funding to help students with a disability access third level education.
Read more ...Happy New Year from the French Institute
Thu, Jan 04, 2024
Is taking up a new language, refreshing your school French or preparing for your holidays one of your resolutions this year? Or maybe your children would like to get a head start in French or get good grades in their Junior or Leaving Cert Examinations? If so, the French Institute and its friendly, native, fully qualified staff members would be pleased to welcome you in the Bridge Mills, in the heart of Galway city.
Read more ...Careers in tech – are you thinking of studying IT or computer science?
Thu, Dec 28, 2023
With more than 100,000 people employed in the Irish tech sector, and with many of the global tech leaders choosing to have their headquarters in this country, the tech industry here is booming. The Central Statistics Office has valued the IT industry in Ireland at over €241 billion. Dublin is home to Google, Meta, LinkedIn, and HubSpot, to name a few. Studying IT or computer science can offer a rewarding and exciting career. Nowadays, almost every company, whether it is an SME or a large multinational, has its own IT department, meaning that IT and computer science graduates can choose to work in a range of industries such as healthcare, banking, insurance and education. University of Galway, ATU, and TUS offer courses in information technology and computer science.
Read more ...Minister Harris announces €5 million in mental health supports for third level students
Thu, Dec 28, 2023
Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science Simon Harris has announced €5 million in mental health support for students.
Read more ...Experiencing TY and how to make the most of it
Thu, Dec 14, 2023
BY SEMI MCHUGH
After the Junior Cert, students have a choice to make: continue swiftly through two more years or take a break and enter TY. I chose the latter. but a lot choose to get it over with. Some of you trying to make this decision may be undecided and that's why I'm here. Time to get the ball rolling in your mind on what you want to choose.
Bumper funding announced for expansion apprenticeships across higher education sector
Thu, Dec 14, 2023
Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science Simon Harris and Minister of State for Skills and Further Education Niall Collins have this week announced €17 million in capital funding to respond to the growing demand for apprenticeships in the higher education sector.
Read more ...More than sixty Galway primary schools to join Hot School Meals Programme
Thu, Dec 07, 2023
Minister for Disability and Fianna Fáil TD for Galway East, Anne Rabbitte, has welcomed the approval of 62 additional primary schools in Galway for the Hot School Meals Programme.
Read more ...The advantages of studying abroad
Thu, Dec 07, 2023
Many universities all over the country have dramatically increased their number of Erasmus and study abroad options for students as many universities have realised the benefits of studying abroad for students, most notably increased ‘employability’.
Read more ...Galway schools to benefit from solar panels scheme
Thu, Nov 30, 2023
Schools across Galway will be fully funded to install up to 16 solar panels on their roof under a new Government scheme.
Read more ...Minister announces details of €113 million cost of education package for university students
Thu, Nov 30, 2023
Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science Simon Harris has announced further details of the cost of education measures under Budget 2024.
Read more ...Breakfast information session on University of Galway MBA tomorrow
Thu, Nov 23, 2023
Are you considering an MBA at the University of Galway? The university's AMBA (Association of MBAs) accredited MBA programme will host an on-campus breakfast information session tomorrow, November 24. With more than 50 years of experience in MBA provision, and accreditation from the international Association of MBAs, choosing University of Galway is a smart decision.
Read more ...Studying engineering at third level
Thu, Nov 23, 2023
by Claire Murphy
An engineering qualification offers a chance to work in a large variety of industries such as biomedical devices, pharmaceuticals, construction, consultancy, energy, ICT (hi-tech) manufacturing, utilities, public sector and infrastructure, and with great career progression and a good salary, many view engineering as a very rewarding profession.
An engineering qualification offers a chance to work in a large variety of industries such as biomedical devices, pharmaceuticals, construction, consultancy, energy, ICT (hi-tech) manufacturing, utilities, public sector and infrastructure, and with great career progression and a good salary, many view engineering as a very rewarding profession.
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