Leaving Cert 2023: Get the Balance Right at Christmas

Leaving Cert 2023: Get the Balance Right at Christmas

It’s cold outside and that can only mean one thing – Christmas is coming! This year the Final Day of Christmas Term is 21st December. And while we’re all looking forward to the Christmas Holidays, it’s also an important time for all Leaving Certificate students to take advantage of the time off before starting the […]

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CAO Timeline 2023: Making Your CAO Application

CAO Timeline 2023: Making Your CAO Application

The CAO is now open for applications. The Central Applications Office processes applications for undergraduate courses in Irish Higher Education Institutions (HEIs). Decisions on admissions to undergraduate courses are made by the HEIs who instruct CAO to make offers to successful candidates. When it comes to Making Your CAO Application, you should carefully read the […]

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Increase in Graduate Employment

Increase in Graduate Employment

The Graduate Outcomes Survey: Class of 2021 has been published presenting the findings of a national analysis of higher education graduate outcomes in Ireland. The survey provides an insight into the next steps taken by graduates of 2021. Increase in Graduate Employment The findings make for positive reading confirming an increase in graduate employment with […]

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Ireland Ranks High for Higher Education

Ireland Ranks High for Higher Education

Ireland Ranks High for Higher Education – A new study from The Campus Advisor has ranked Ireland as fifth in the world for higher education. The Campus Advisor is the global network that allows you to discover the colleges and higher education that’s right for you. It surveyed thousands of students to find out the […]

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Majority of LGBTQ+ Students Feel Unsafe at School

Majority of LGBTQ+ Students Feel Unsafe at School

A new online survey has revealed the reality of life at school for 1,208 lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, and queer (LGBTQ+) students across Ireland.  The 2022 Irish School Climate Survey, conducted by Belong To in conjunction with Columbia University, is the largest-ever research into the experience of LGBTQ+ youth attending schools here. BeLonG To Youth Services […]

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CAO 2023 Timeline:  CAO 2023 Timetable of Events

CAO 2023 Timeline: CAO 2023 Timetable of Events

The CAO online application facility has opened for 2023 and applicants must  register with CAO before 5pm on 1st February. It is important to register on the CAO system in advance of the closing date to obtain your CAO application number. Below we take a look at CAO 2023 Timetable of Events. The purpose of […]

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I’ve Got My Leaving Cert Results. What Do I Do Now?

I’ve Got My Leaving Cert Results. What Do I Do Now?

Following on from last week’s release of the 2022 Leaving Cert results, many students may be asking themselves the question ‘I’ve Got My Leaving Cert Results. What Do I Do Now?’ This year’s CAO Round 1 offers will be available online from 2pm on Thursday, 8th September and will also be issued by e-mail and […]

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What Skills Do I Need to Study Law?

What Skills Do I Need to Study Law?

What Skills Do I Need to Study Law? Are you thinking about studying law? Courses in law always appear near the top of the CAO points table and for most students who want to get a law degree the focus is doing well in the Leaving Certificate.  However, while this is necessary it is also […]

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Becoming a Video Game Designer

Becoming a Video Game Designer

Have you ever thought about becoming a video game designer, developing visual content for games? Are you interested in playing a part in plotting a video game’s storyline, shaping its characters, creating its dialogue, managing its look and sculpting its sound?  There is a team of people involved in the creation of video games and […]

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Getting Ready for 6th Year

Getting Ready for 6th Year

We hope you’ve had a nice summer break and enjoyed yourself – whether that was having some holidays away, taking part in a summer camp or simply just having a great couple of months doing whatever you wanted! As we move through August, going back to school is on the Horizon and secondary students will […]

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What is Coding?

What is Coding?

Coding is everywhere. It is all around us. We depend on it to do almost everything these days. Every electronic machine we use and every thing we use it for depends on coding.  So let’s take a deeper look and ask the question: What is Coding? At its most basic – coding is telling a […]

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What is BioScience?

What is BioScience?

What is BioScience? BioScience is any science that deals with the structure and behavior of living organisms These sciences encompass a broad area of specialist subjects linked to the study of living organisms and the science behind ‘life’. Bioscience courses cover a number of different areas, such as biology botany biotechnology genetics microbiology molecular biology, biophysics, and biochemistry ornithology plant science psychology sport […]

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COVID-19’s Affect on Young Adults’ Mental Health

COVID-19’s Affect on Young Adults’ Mental Health

New research shows that the COVID-19 pandemic has had a detrimental effect on the mental health of young Irish adults. Growing Up in Ireland COVID-19 survey has been published by the ESRI and produced in partnership with the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth (DCEDIY). Poor mental health Carried out in December 2020 […]

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Last Minute Advice for Leaving Cert Students

Last Minute Advice for Leaving Cert Students

With just over a week to go to this year’s Leaving Certificate, we take a quick look at how best to approach your final few days before the exams kick off with some last minute advice for Leaving Cert students. Last Minute Advice for Leaving Cert Students Revision Have a plan in place. At this stage […]

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The Joys of Gardening

The Joys of Gardening

As we come towards the end of May, Summer starts to burst out around us and one of the joys of this time of the year is right on our doorstep! For those lucky enough to have a garden, Summer brings the promise of long days spent outdoors without having to travel! And while for […]

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National Green Week: What Can I Do?

National Green Week: What Can I Do?

Campuses around Ireland are coming together this week to promote the first National Green Week. Colleges will be addressing the challenges facing the world and exploring how we can impact positively on the planet and people. There’s a wide range of events, activities and opportunities happening over the week so be sure to get involved […]

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Help! I Don’t Know What to Study in College!

Help! I Don’t Know What to Study in College!

“Help! I Don’t Know What to Study in College!” Is this a worry of yours? Are you struggling to think about what you want do after the Leaving Cert. Well, first of all – don’t panic. Many people are in a similar situation and thinking the exact same thing, so don’t worry. Rather than seeing […]

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Mid-Term Studying

Mid-Term Studying

For many students, this week is mid-term and is the perfect opportunity to recharge batteries, take stock of your studies so far and look ahead to ensure you are going in the right direction and will reach your targets. And yes, while it’s called a break, mid-term is most definitely not a holiday! Rather it […]

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What is the Leaving Certificate Candidate Self Service Portal?

What is the Leaving Certificate Candidate Self Service Portal?

If you are in sixth year and taking your Leaving Certificate this year then now is the time you need to access the Leaving Certificate Candidate Self Service Portal. To help you along the way we’ve put together a handy guide to walk you through the process and provide you with some answers if you’re […]

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CAO Normal Closing Date for Applications

CAO Normal Closing Date for Applications

Tomorrow, 1st February is a big date for students applying to third-level undergraduate courses in Ireland through the CAO (Central Applications Office). It is the CAO Normal Closing Date for Applications… and remember to have your application in by 5pm! Unless you are applying for a restricted course then remember these are not your final […]

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