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Now that many students have completed the Leaving Cert, it is an ideal time to reflect on their previous CAO choices and avail of the change of mind facility, based on anticipated exam results. The change of mind form is open until July 1 at 5pm and students can change their mind as many times as they like, up until this date, free of charge. No further CAO changes can be made after July 1. Students should avoid last minute changes to reduce any potential errors and complete the form well in advance of the deadline. It is important to note that courses marked as ‘restricted courses’ typically require assessments or interviews and must have been included in the original CAO application before the closing date of February 1, 2025. Students are therefore unable to apply to ‘restricted courses’ with the CAO change of mind facility.

Galway Community College (GCC) Further Education offers a wide variety of courses designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary for success in their chosen careers. The comprehensive selection of courses spans multiple disciplines and is carefully aligned with industry needs, creating pathways for further education or direct employment.

Connacht Rugby’s first-serving CEO Gerry Kelly took centre stage at this year’s annual awards at The Galmont, winning the Lifetime Contribution to Rugby Award.

During May: The Central Applications Office (CAO) change-of-mind facility opened, enabling applicants to amend, or list for the first time, their course choices. Candidates get a statement of application record online in the correspondence section of their CAO account, before the end of May, listing all details supplied by applicants to date. Applicants must inform the CAO immediately if they do not receive this record, or if there are any errors on this form.

While I would advise all Leaving Cert students to focus on their exams now, it is important that all students who have applied to the CAO before February 1 and are hoping to complete a level 6-9 course this year, are aware of both the CAO statement of application process and the SUSI grant scheme.

Fine Gael Senators have tabled a motion to be debated in the Seanad this week urging the Government to continue to reduce the student contribution fee during its lifetime.

With just over five weeks until the start of the Leaving Cert, it is time to make the best use of your time to help alleviate stress, get organised and maximise your study strategies so that you can manage your time effectively for these last few weeks. Here are my top 10 tips to help you prepare in the five weeks leading up to the exams.

Choosing a university is a big decision, and the University of Galway open day on Saturday, March 22 from 9am to 3pm, is your chance to explore everything this vibrant campus has to offer. Whether you're finalising your course choice, curious about student life, or eager to meet lecturers and current students, this event provides valuable insights to help you make an informed decision about the next steps in your academic journey.

Galway Technical Institute has announced that its annual open day will take place on Tuesday, March 4 from 9am to 4pm, providing an opportunity for all prospective learners to view the facilities, speak with staff and students and have any queries addressed on the day.

Recently retired, after 23 years in a number of Galway schools as a guidance counsellor, Patricia O’Flaherty spoke with the Galway Advertiser about the importance of making a good first impression, what employers need to work on, and what the “real killer” for employees is.