Educational bodies say solution 'far from ideal' but at least gives certainty to students

ASTI says it ‘will be seeking clarifications’ over rescheduling of exams

Alternative arrangements for assessment to be put in place by colleges and universities

Timothy McGrath from Killorglin Community College was one of record 10,000 entrants

New research shows affluent students are far more likely to study such programmes

Despite access initiatives, a large divide remains between rich and poor at third level

Mary Mitchell O’Connor says gender equality move is ‘game-changing moment’

Government to back roles in third level institutions at cost of €6 million

Move comes from library, clerical and administrative staff at State’s 14 tech institutes

An intractable gender imbalance persists at the most senior levels

Report to send ‘blunt message’ to colleges on gender gap, Minister of State says

Up to €400 million required over next five years to ensure sector is fit for purpose

Reforms will see colleges receive increased funding for Stem courses

Non-progression in some computer courses of particular concern due to skills shortages

Drop-out rates highest among low-points courses at institutes of technology

Graduates could repay €16,000-€20,000 in tuition fees over a 10- to 15-year period

The scale of the impact of funding cuts and fewer resources highlighted in a new report