‘Check your spam’: Six things to know ahead of CAO deadline day
No CAO applicant should allow the 1st July deadline to pass without reviewing their course choices
Brian Mooney’s Leaving Cert survival guide: Get seated 30 minutes before the exam – and don’t wear a smartwatch
There is no need for parents to overhype the importance of the exams – students put themselves under enough pressure as it is
The class of 2025 will pay the price of reversing Leaving Cert grade inflation. Is there a fairer approach?
A candidate who secured 550 points last year can expect to get about 538 points in the 2025 exams due to efforts to gradually return exam results to pre-Covid levels
‘I worry that my anxious son will buckle under pressure during the Leaving Cert’
Simple steps can help students navigate stress and promote greater resilience
Decision time nears for final CAO course selection – here’s what you need to know
Final list of course choices must be submitted to the CAO by 5pm on July 1st
Everything you need to know about the CAO change-of-mind deadline
You can still revise your CAO application before the July 1st deadline – here’s what to consider
Beyond the CAO: Exploring the bright pathways of further education and apprenticeships
For many students, the combination of small class sizes, hands-on projects and local work placements makes further education courses a strong choice
CAO 2025 calendar: Important dates for college applications
Timeline for this year’s college application process
Does my daughter need a postgrad to get a decent job in engineering?
Degrees with integrated work placements help students can gain essential industry skills and personal attributes which employers look for
My son wants to be a pilot. Is there any way of learning without breaking the bank?
It is very expensive, but joining the Air Corps can provide a route into civilian aviation
Will CAO points drop due to efforts to tackle grade inflation this year?
Why students on bumper grades from recent years will have an advantage in race for college places
Could my son really lose a college offer if his CAO details are incorrect?
Many students are left devastated each year due to errors or omissions in their applications
My son wants to study sustainability but has no idea what course to choose. Can you help?
There are lots to choose from at university, with new options well worth considering
My son is struggling with his college course. Should he drop out ahead of his final year?
There are lots of options – but some can carry a heavy financial cost
I want to do a master’s degree but they’re so expensive. Are there grants available?
Grants for postgraduate courses were axed during the recession but have been restored in recent years