Three Galway students awarded Scholarships of Excellence from AIT

Thu, May 13, 2021

Three Galway students were among the 30 recipients of awards at Athlone Institute of Technology’s Scholarship of Excellence ceremony this week – the highest number of recipients since the awards’ inauguration four years ago.

Learn French online with the French Institute Galway

Thu, May 13, 2021

Keep studying French, or take it up. The new term at the French Institute starts on May 17.

The French Institute is Galway’s French language school located in the Bridge Mills since 2005. It has an excellent reputation thanks to the dedication of its teachers who are qualified native speakers with extensive teaching experience.

Study pre-university business at Galway Community College of Further Education

Thu, May 06, 2021

Galway Community College (GCC) continues to offer a wide range of further education courses in the business area. The college offers Level 5 QQI accredited courses in business and accounting, legal and medical secretary, marketing and web design, business administration, and retail pharmacy assistant. GCC also offers Level 6 Advanced Certificate in business management and accounting. These courses help students to develop crucial communication skills, presentation skills, and improved project management while learning key IT programmes and techniques.

GMIT creates new Department of Engineering Apprenticeships

Thu, May 06, 2021

GMIT has created a new Department of Engineering Apprenticeships and has appointed James Boyle as the new head of department. The move comes in response to growing demand and in line with the Government’s recently launched Action Plan for Apprenticeship 2021 – 2025.

CAO Change of Mind facility opens

Thu, May 06, 2021

CAO applicants wishing to make changes to their course choices can do so from now until July 1 using the Change of Mind facility, which opened on the CAO website this week.

Globally recognised CIAT accreditation for GMIT architectural technology programmesGlobally recognised CIAT accreditation for GMIT architectural technology programmes

Thu, May 06, 2021

GMIT’s Department of Building & Civil Engineering has announced its degree programmes in architectural technology have received Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT) accreditation for the next five years. The CIAT is the professional accreditation body for architectural technologists; chartered membership (MCIAT) is a globally recognised standard of excellence and professionalism.

Learn French online with the French Institute Galway

Thu, May 06, 2021

Keep studying French, or take it up. The new term at the French Institute starts on May 17.

Irish language classes with Áras na nGael

Thu, Apr 29, 2021

Whether you are looking for something to lighten the lockdown, to learn a new skill, or even just to get back into the swing of it. Áras na nGael is offering Irish language classes this summer. Whether you are fluent and looking to improve your grammar, looking to get back in touch with your Irish from school, or looking to start your Irish language journey from scratch, with a wide range of classes, from beginners' conversational Irish to advanced classes and everything in between, there is something for everyone.

Important dates and advice for the class of 2021

Thu, Apr 29, 2021

Preparations for Leaving Certificate 2021 are in train, with most students having registered for examinations, accredited grades, or both. There is ongoing engagement with education partners. Students have been informed of changes that have been made to the examination papers in light of the disruption to learning for the Leaving Certificate class of 2021 caused by the Covid-19 pandemic.

Gort student wins international songwriting competition

Thu, Apr 29, 2021

There was great excitement in Gort Community School this week as a talented sixth year music student at the school won a prestigious international award.

GMIT engineering student is CABE Student of the Year

Thu, Apr 29, 2021

The Chartered Association of Building Engineers has presented Simon O’Grady from Rinneen, Gort, with its annual award for best first student in CABE-accredited programmes in the built environment.

Achieve a worldwide recognised computer qualification with GRETB Training Centre

Thu, Apr 22, 2021

GRETB Training Centre is now offering a free fully funded International Computer Driving Licence (ICDL) course. This course is online and runs from May 10 for a duration of 20 weeks.

The tutor-led course provides learners with the skills, knowledge, and competencies to use a wide range of software applications on a computer and achieve a worldwide recognised qualification in computing. ICDL (rebranded ECDL) provides a practical programme of up-to-date skills and knowledge areas which are validated by a test.

Free 2D AutoCAD blended learning course at GRETB Training Centre

Thu, Apr 22, 2021

GRETB Training Centre is offering a free 2D AutoCAD course starting May 10. AutoCAD is a design tool used by architects, civil engineers, product designers, and many other engineering professionals in a wide variety of industries.

GTI launches exciting new courses for 2021

Thu, Apr 22, 2021

Galway Technical Institute is the largest and longest established college of further education in the west of Ireland, catering for up to 2,000 students annually both full and part-time. One-year courses at GTI provide a launch pad for learners to enter the workplace, start an apprenticeship, or progress to further and higher education. GTI offers a range of courses which provide the ideal starting point for learners who are keen to progress to third level education and are particularly suitable for those who may be undecided at present as to what they would like to study in the future.

Take the first step to a career in counselling and psychotherapy

Thu, Apr 22, 2021

The International College for Personal and Professional Development, ICPPD, based in Athlone, is a leading provider of accredited personal and professional programmes with a difference, nationally and internationally at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. The programmes are different, the tutors are different, and the adult learners are different.

Mayor offers help to young people as they return to school

Thu, Apr 15, 2021

With young people returning to school this week, the Mayor of Galway, Cllr Mike Cubbard, has offered help to those who are “anxious about going back to education”.

NUI Galway to host information session on Access Programme for Mature Students this evening

Thu, Apr 15, 2021

NUI Galway will hold a virtual information session for those interested in the Access Programme for Mature Students this evening (Thursday) from 7pm to 8.30pm.

The application process for the Access Programme for Mature Students will open this month, and this evening's session will provide information on courses, the application process, and various supports available to prospective students aged 23 and over.

NUI Galway to host virtual MBA open evening

Thu, Apr 15, 2021

NUI Galway’s AMBA and AACSB accredited MBA programme, which celebrates its 50th anniversary next year, will host a virtual MBA open evening on April 21 at 6pm. The open evening is a great opportunity to learn about the programme and to meet MBA faculty, students, and graduates.

Explorers Education Project features in the new European Blue School handbook

Thu, Apr 15, 2021

The Marine Institute Explorers Education Programme has been included in the European Blue School handbook for teachers, that was recently released as part of the launch of the European Blue School project.

Irish language classes with Áras na nGael

Thu, Apr 15, 2021

Whether you are looking for something to lighten the lockdown, to learn a new skill, or even just to get back into the swing of it. Áras na nGael is offering Irish language classes this summer. Whether you are fluent and looking to improve your grammar, looking to get back in touch with your Irish from school, or looking to start your Irish language journey from scratch, with a wide range of classes, from beginners' conversational Irish to advanced classes and everything in between, there is something for everyone.

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