University of Galway recognises local schools as Champions of Sanctuary

Thu, Nov 27, 2025

University of Galway has recognised Coláiste Muire Máthair and Galway Educate Together Secondary School for their commitment to creating welcoming, inclusive, and safe environments for students.

'Evenings well spent' – Part-time courses at Galway Community College

Wed, Nov 26, 2025

Galway Community College is now enrolling for its Adult Education Part-Time Courses starting in January 2026.

University of Galway recognises local schools as Champions of Sanctuary

Wed, Nov 26, 2025

University of Galway has recognised Coláiste Muire Máthair and Galway Educate Together Secondary School for their commitment to creating welcoming, inclusive, and safe environments for students.

Your future starts here: Explore ATU Open Day

Thu, Nov 20, 2025

Atlantic Technological University (ATU) will host an Open Day at both the Galway City Dublin Road and Wellpark Road campuses from 10am to 2pm on Friday, November 28.

University of Galway consortium secures €1.7 million investment

Thu, Nov 20, 2025

A consortium led by University of Galway medtech startup Spiorad Medical has secured a €1.7million euro investment through the Government’s Disruptive Technologies Innovation Fund (DTIF).

Your future starts here: Explore ATU open day

Tue, Nov 18, 2025

Atlantic Technological University (ATU) will host an Open Day at both the Galway City Dublin Road and Wellpark Road campuses from 10am to 2pm on Friday 28th of November.

University of Galway’s Youth Academy renews partnership with Merit Medical

Thu, Nov 06, 2025

The University of Galway's Youth Academy has renewed its partnership with leading multi-national medical device company Merit Medical.

Admissions open at Cuan na Gaillimhe CNS for next academic year

Thu, Nov 06, 2025

Admissions are now open for the 2026/2027 school year at Cuan na Gaillimhe CNS, where curiosity, creativity, and community come to life.

Cuan na Gallimhe CNS offers a nurturing and creative learning environment. At Cuan na Gaillimhe CNS, every child is encouraged to explore, create, and discover at their own pace, developing confidence, empathy and a lifelong love of learning. The school delivers the national curriculum using the Steiner methodology and provides a child-centred education that seeks to nurture 'the hand, the head and the heart' of every child.

Careers in Ireland’s motor industry: driving the future forward

Thu, Oct 30, 2025

So you like cars…but have you ever considered the industry for your career. Ireland’s motor industry is one of the country’s most diverse and dynamic employment sectors, providing jobs for more than 40,000 people and contributing significantly to the national economy.

Studying overseas can shape your future

Thu, Oct 30, 2025

Choosing what to study — and where — is one of the most important decisions you will make in your life. For many students, that choice does not stop at selecting a subject or university within their own country. Increasingly, young people are looking beyond their borders and considering universities overseas.

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.

Future proof your career with the Level 6 OEM Engineering Apprenticeship

Thu, Oct 30, 2025

The OEM Engineering Apprenticeship is a three-year Level 6 programme where you learn a wide range of engineering skills such as mechanical, electrical, pneumatics, electronics hydraulics, robotics and much more.

Shaping the world around you: a career in architecture

Thu, Oct 30, 2025

Buildings and structures surround us every day. From the houses we call home to the schools, offices, parks, and iconic landmarks that define our cities, the built environment has a profound and tangible influence on our lives. It frames how we interact with space, how we feel within it, and even how communities function.

Careers in the events industry and event management

Thu, Oct 30, 2025

The events industry is one of the most exciting and fast-growing sectors in Ireland and around the world. From international conferences and large-scale sporting occasions to music festivals, community celebrations, and corporate launches, events play a vital role in how people and organisations connect. Next week’s Pathways conference is an event that requires meticulous planning and organisation.

So you want to be an influencer?

Thu, Oct 30, 2025

If you are looking to build a career as an influencer in Ireland — whether full-time, part-time or as a side hustle — it is a smart move to invest first in targeted education. The good news? There’s no shortage of courses tailored to developing your skills in digital marketing, social media, and content creation. Below is a guide to some of the best programmes in Ireland and how they can help you launch and sustain an influencing career.

Out the gap: the benefits of taking a gap year

Thu, Oct 30, 2025

Not getting the points for a course you had worked so hard for seems like the worst possible scenario, but that wouldn’t happen, right? Lara Quirke thought the same thing. However, the day came when the CAO released their offers, and Lara did not receive hers.That was back in 2021, Lara was 18, fresh out of the Leaving Cert with only dreams of going to college. Now, she was faced with the worst possible outcome. Instead of changing course, or taking her second offer, Lara decided the best decision for her would be a gap year.

Galway Community College of Further Education: Start here, go anywhere

Thu, Oct 30, 2025

Galway Community College of Further Education has always been a place where students can unlock their potential and pursue meaningful educational and career paths. It offers a welcoming environment that encourages growth, learning, and personal development.

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.

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