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Study abroad in the Netherlands and Italy: ‘It all started with a leap of faith’
Even if the international experiences don’t tempt you, the cheaper tuition fees and sunshine just might
Education abroad: ‘Moving from Limerick to Dublin as it used to be is now like moving from Ireland to the Netherlands’
Most universities on the Continent pay little heed to points a student has accrued in the Leaving Cert
Why are so many school leavers, and parents, oblivious to the existence and benefits of the Further Education system?
There’s a big rise in school leavers choosing Further Education and Training courses and apprenticeships as a first destination after the Leaving Cert
How can new students get the best from their college experience?
Societies are a great source of community which is important when coping with the big changes of being away from home
Taking the road less travelled can make all the difference
Students across the country are set for another nail-biting day as they gear up for the first round of CAO offers, which will be released from 2pm tomorrow
Should you be considering further education and training as an attractive pathway?
‘The message to learners is that it’s never too late to learn ... we should all rethink what success looks like’
A to Z: what you need to know about further education and training
From apprenticeships to national tertiary degrees and work experience, here’s a quick guide to the many available routes outside CAO
‘I took a non-traditional route through further education that helped me decide what I wanted’
Starting fast and traditionally is not for everyone; Lee O’Connor is one such late developer
‘I fell 11 points short of the course I wanted and went down the PLC route’
Amy Moore on going down the route of a PLC course
What is an apprenticeship - and what are the benefits?
A student is not contracted to an employer and is not paid, whereas an apprentice is, but a student has more time to socialise and join clubs
‘You have to like people’ – why should you study physiotherapy?
To qualify as a physiotherapist in Ireland, 1,000 hours of clinical placements need to be completed
From personalised tutoring to improved accessibility, why AI can democratise higher education
Artificial intelligence is to be embraced rather than feared, but educators and students cannot ignore its dark side
‘A great option’: The rise of FET courses – and whether they’re right for you
More students are choosing alternative routes such as PLCs, apprenticeships and new tertiary degree programmes
College applicants set for a life in limbo for the next few days
The reality of third level is often quite different from how it’s portrayed on screen
Should you repeat the Leaving Certificate?
Repeating the Leaving Cert is not a path to be taken lightly and it is not suitable for everyone
On Leaving Cert results day, it’s important to remember the road to adult life is not linear
Leaving Cert 2025: Take a moment to be proud of your accomplishments
Disappointed with your Leaving Cert results? Here are nine options to consider, including how to appeal
Leaving Cert appeals process 'can be cathartic', says one guidance counsellor
What impact will 2025 Leaving Cert results have on the CAO?
Leaving Cert grades still subject to an ongoing distorting effect
Beyond Leaving Cert results: From CAO offers to further education, what are the next steps?
Leaving Cert students are about to discover the fruits of their labour
Leaving Cert results day 2025: How grades will mark a gradual return to pre-Covid-19 norms
Leaving Cert students to receive results after six uniquely challenging years
Leaving Cert grades for 2025 will drop back by average of just over 1% on 2024 results
2025 Leaving Cert results will be available on Candidate Self Service Portal on State Examinations Commission portal
Could this be the most controversial set of Leaving Cert results in history?
This year there has been – as expected – a drop in the average grades
Leaving Cert 2025: Grades deflate as H1s make up 12% of higher-level exam results
More than 65,000 students receive their results at 10am today
Tips for first-year college students: Recent graduates offer advice and share biggest regrets
Recent UCD and DCU graduates offer advice for incoming first years, and share their regrets
The night before Leaving Cert results: Take a deep breath and silence the background noise
Our Classroom to College newsletter is the perfect guide to keep you on track ahead of CAO offers
‘I was commuting from Meath for three hours a day, so I know that it can be hard’
Health students are getting involved in programmes which help their work life balance
‘The idea of students who go to class during the day and party in the evening is dying’
Many third-level students don’t have time to socialise or get involved in clubs and societies
Key dates for the 2025 Leaving Cert class to know
All you need to know about available places, viewing scripts and much more
Does the Leaving Cert prepare you for life? Singer Mary Coughlan and a school principal debate
Mary Coughlan has watched her children and grandchildren trying to fit into the Leaving Cert system, while principal John McHugh says it teaches key life skills
Student fees: Minister gets barrage of complaints after suggesting €1,000 cut may not happen
Parents and students raise concerns with James Lawless after suggestion third level fees cut may not be repeated
Student accommodation scams: ‘People try to get you to pay deposits for a viewing’
Consumer Protection Commission warns of increase in rental scams during summer months
Changes announced to Hpat system for studying medicine
Modifications to Central Applications Office calculations not to begin until 2027
Should the €1,000 relief on student fees continue? A student representative and a former government adviser debate
Ireland is one of the most expensive places for higher education in the EU, but is cutting fees the answer?
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