CAO application deadline fast approaching

Thu, Jan 20, 2022

Applicants who have not yet completed their application are urged by CAO to do so immediately, particularly mature applicants, applicants for the HEAR or DARE schemes, or those who are thinking about applying for a restricted course.

The Central Applications Office (CAO) application deadline for undergraduate courses in Irish Higher Education Institutions is Tuesday, 1 February at 5pm.

Choose a degree in computer science for a career in global tech

Thu, Jan 20, 2022

It is coming up to CAO time of the year, and once again students are being bombarded with all sorts of course choices. However, the most lucrative course of all is often overlooked by many: computer science (or its related course electronics and computing). Computer science is a direct gateway to the global tech industry that has spawned the largest companies in the world such as Amazon, Microsoft, Stripe, and of course, Genesys, the global leader in cloud based software for customer care. Marc Andreessen, who developed the first widely used browser, Mosaic, stated that “software is eating the world”. This is being borne out as we see AirBnb (travel), Spotify (music), Netflix (television), Zoom (video conferencing), and many more disrupt their respective industries and change the way we live, work, and play.

Hoping to secure a college place in 2022?

Thu, Jan 20, 2022

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The range of educational and Career progression opportunities on offer to those seeking educational and career progression pathways has never been greater.

Why I chose Galway for college?

Thu, Jan 20, 2022

If you’re reading this, you probably live here. Maybe you’re a leaving cycle student, doubting that the college closest to home is far enough away. Maybe you’re already neck-deep in a degree and losing faith in the place. Don’t worry. The article isn’t going to beg you to stay. It won’t meander on about the famous old Claddagh or glorify the old person stench of certain local well-established taprooms. These are no more than an outsider’s observations on a town he chose to study in.

Make TUS your CAO choice

Thu, Jan 20, 2022

The Technological University of the Shannon is made up of six diverse and vibrant campuses in Athlone, Limerick, Thurles, Clonmel, and Ennis, which all come together as one united college community. Smaller class sizes at TUS mean you will be more than just a number and lecturers will know your name, allowing you benefit more easily from the full extent of their expertise and insights. And after class, outstanding sports facilities alongside a host of clubs and societies all help to create a sociable and fun place to study.

As well as having excellent access and support programmes in place, TUS has taken the time to weave a very distinct culture of friendliness and openness into every corner of each campus. From lecture halls to coffee docks and from canteens to corridors, the warm, friendly, and inclusive campus culture makes students feel right at home. Right from the start, you will meet lots of people just like you and many more a whole lot different.

The National Sales Apprenticeship: graduating through the workplace

Thu, Jan 20, 2022

The National Sales Apprenticeship is a two-year “earn and learn” programme, which leads to a recognised QQI qualification – a Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Sales.

The value of choosing a course with placement

Thu, Jan 20, 2022

Choosing a college course can feel like the biggest decision a student has ever made. The sheer amount of choice available can be overwhelming and it can be hard to determine what is right for you.

Exciting new training opportunities with Longford and Westmeath Education and Training Board

Thu, Jan 20, 2022

Longford and Westmeath Education and Training Board, Further Education and Training is committed to delivering an extensive range of training courses to its learners. LWETB offers full-time, part-time, and blended learning courses along with a comprehensive suite of fully online programmes. These programmes range across many sectors including information communication technology, social media, health care, construction, engineering, health and beauty, and software development.

How to make the best choices

Thu, Jan 20, 2022

The choice of career path options are many and varied. 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 August/September next.

Create your bright future at NUI Galway

Thu, Jan 20, 2022

Ranking in the top 2% of universities worldwide and the Sunday Times University of the year 2022, choosing to study at NUI Galway will provide you with a world of opportunity. Choose the course that is right for you, www.nuigalway.ie/cao.

Here are five reasons to make this choice:

Cavan Institute – What the students say

Thu, Jan 20, 2022

Despite the challenges faced by students with the COVID 19 Pandemic, Cavan Institute remains one of the largest providers of PLC courses in Ireland.

They offer quality courses, state of the art facilities, with very high standards of teaching and learning and sporting achievements.

NUI Galway launches Designing Futures programme for next generation graduates

Thu, Jan 20, 2022

NUI Galway has launched a new educational programme that will prepare students to deal with the complexity and uncertainty of life and the future world of work.

Beginner group bodhran classes

Thu, Jan 20, 2022

Rhythm is in all of us, and there has never been a better time to take up a new challenge and a new instrument than now. If you have always wanted to play music but do not know where to start, or you are already playing but do not know how to take your playing to the next level, now is the time. The next batch of Bodhran Magic adult group beginner courses is registering now and starting very soon in the city centre.

The bodhran is simply a brilliant instrument to play, is very accessible for all ages, and has become extremely popular now for very good reason. Run by professional Galway musician and educator Brian Ferguson, the courses provide proper tuition and a brilliant step by step learning system that keeps students motivated, inspired, and is just so enjoyable as you progress and learn to play along to tunes with confidence and clarity.

New course on colour at Aine's Art Studio

Thu, Jan 20, 2022

"The purest and most thoughtful minds are those which love colour the most" - John Ruskin.

GMIT maths lecturer publishes first empirical evidence-based report on Irish post primary students’ knowledge of algebra

Thu, Jan 20, 2022

An important new empirical evidence-based report on Irish post-primary students’ knowledge of algebra identifies strengths and weaknesses in their knowledge of the subject and proposes recommendations to address the weaknesses.

Spanish courses starting at The Spanish Institute

Thu, Jan 20, 2022

The spring term at The Spanish Institute will start the first week of February and will offer a variety of group classes to all levels, as well as one to one classes, both on site and online. The new schedule is now available on the institute’s website, www.spanishinstitute.ie, where students will be able to book their chosen course until January 29.

Irish language classes for all levels at Áras na nGael

Thu, Jan 13, 2022

If you are looking for a New Year’s resolution, why not learn Irish as a new skill, or get back into the swing of it. Áras na nGael is offering Irish language classes this spring. Whether you are fluent and looking to improve your grammar, want to get back in touch with your Irish from school, or are looking to start your Irish language journey from scratch, the Áras offers a wide range classes. From beginners' Irish to more advanced classes and everything in between, there is something for everyone.

Accountancy apprenticeship applications now open

Thu, Jan 13, 2022

An accountancy apprenticeship programme which allows students to work, earn, and learn, has been hailed by a Kilconly man, who has said students should consider every option available at third-level.

Happy New Year 2022 from the French Institute

Thu, Jan 13, 2022

This is the time of the year for ‘les bonnes résolutions’. Start this New Year by joining a French class in the pleasant environment of the French Institute, Galway's very own French school, located in the Bridge Mills. The friendly staff members are all fully qualified, very experienced, and native, ensuring all students are immersed in an authentic linguistic and cultural experience.

Spanish courses starting at the Spanish Institute

Thu, Jan 13, 2022

The spring term at the Spanish Institute will start the first week of February and will offer a variety of group classes to all levels, as well as one to one classes, both on site and online. The new schedule is now available on the institute’s website, www.spanishinstitute.ie, where students will be able to book their chosen course until January 29.

All the courses at The Spanish Institute are designed to be fun and interactive. The fully qualified and experienced teachers at the institute are all native Spanish speakers committed to finding the right course for each student and helping him/her to meet his/her individual language learning goals.

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