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News and advice covering the third level education system.
MBA courses in Ireland: A guide to some of the most popular options
Many factors play a part in deciding which programme best suits your needs and expectations
What to consider when deciding on a postgraduate course in Ireland or abroad
From PhDs to master’s, research programmes or taught: we look at the types of courses available and where you can source further information
Office of the Planning Regulator faces overhaul amid concern over delays
Jack Chambers to brief Cabinet on plans aimed at speeding up critical infrastructure delivery
You don’t have to do a master’s: alternatives to traditional postgrad pathways
From microcredentials to Moocs, here is a quick guide to some of the faster, cheaper and more flexible education routes
What are your options? A selection of postgraduate courses
From brewing and distilling to supply chain management, a wide range of postgrad study options is available
‘I think my daughter would be suited to a job with a strong hands-on element or apprenticeship’
A three‑year OEM engineering apprenticeship opens doors internationally and provides access to further study in higher education
Is a plumbing career the answer to surviving AI?
Skilled trades regarded as safe from automation but still face social resistance
‘Returning to education as a working parent is daunting’
If you are studying something in an area you enjoy, it makes it a lot easier. Just remember to prioritise time for yourself and family
‘My son is anxious about the Irish orals. How can we help him prepare?’
Immersion in the language is key – as is understanding the structure of the assessment
Union fears for up to 150 research jobs at Trinity College Dublin after funding lost
University says impact of Research Ireland funding loss still being assessed
Fifty years of the CAO: adapting to meet changing needs of students and institutions
The CAO has stood the test of time, providing a transparent, trustworthy, fair and efficient service for students
‘My four children are all using AI in various ways in their studies’
Spending hours doing traditional academic work that can be generated by AI in seconds just seems wasteful
Budget of €2.2m for cancelled student grant IT project not ‘in any way’ realistic, department says
Project incurred costs of €6.4 million by end of 2024 while still in initiation phase
Is a general arts degree still fit for purpose?
Leaked University of Galway report said there was a ‘sustained decline’ in undergraduate enrolment for degree but what is the value of one?
The traditional arts degree has had its day. It needs to be reinvented, not dumped
A narrow definition of value has crept into the debate about the worth of third-level courses
Adults aged under 35 and women most enthusiastic about learning Irish language, survey finds
Survey on behalf of Údarás na Gaeltachta measures public attitudes towards Irish language and Gaeltacht
‘Are there paths into careers in technology other than through the university route?’
As tech evolves at an unprecedented pace, employers increasingly value what you can do today and how quickly you can learn
Reducing on-campus hours: education is not a product you simply pour in to students’ heads
Attempting to compress students’ time on campus undermines both learning quality and the European study credit structure
Weaknesses in policymaking: A challenge to the Convention on Education
Reviews of the Department of Education have found it to be overworked, reactive, overly absorbed in short-term operational issues and lacking space for long-term strategic thinking
How to make the most of the months before the Leaving Cert
Here are some important dates in the CAO calendar in the next few months - along with important links, reminders and information about fees.
Apprenticeships have changed, but people’s opinions have not
Nine out of 10 employers consider ‘serving your time’ as a valuable way to train and develop staff, notes State research
‘How does education need to evolve to support children?’: Convention invites public to speak up
Public invited to have their say into how education system needs to evolve
Athena SWAN award a driver of change - or just genderwashing?
No hard evidence that award scheme has demonstrable impact on gender profile of professoriate or presidents in Irish universities
How Ireland’s economy shifted to cater for the surge in college graduates
The Republic has been something of an outlier in how the drop in jobs for those without third-level education has affected the political climate
I Wish Festival targets gender gap in construction and applied Stem subjects
Nearly 4,000 women students expected to attend RDS event in February
Post-Leaving Certificate courses play growing role as routes to work and higher education
Exploring PLC options is now considerably more straightforward in Co Dublin, thanks to a clearer, unified application system
What are the key factors to be aware of when filling out a CAO application form?
Every year some students miss out on round-one offers due to errors, omissions or failure to spot an important message
Here’s a study guide for the final months before the Leaving Cert exams
We got expert tips from two of Ireland’s leading study websites and their learning experts
Forget the CAO: Here are some alternatives to college
Apprenticeships, traineeships and PLCs provide alternative routes to exciting, well-paid careers
College Choice: Essential reading for Leaving Certificate students
We hope there’s something for every Leaving Cert student (and parent!) in today’s College Choice guide in The Irish Times
What should you be thinking about when deciding on a third-level college?
Students should think beyond their course choices towards career options, experts advise
Key dates for 2026 CAO applications: from early-bird applications to Leaving Cert appeals
Here is every important date in the CAO calendar along with important links, reminders and information about fees
Six things you need to consider before making your third-level and further education choices
CAO applicants for 2026 will need to register before February 1st at 5pm
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Crosswords & puzzles to keep you challenged and entertained
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