Third Level

It can be difficult for graduates without formal industry experience to understand their expectations for a job

I worry about my daughter. Our education system is preparing students for a world that may disappear

Students face a dearth of on-campus beds, hours-long commutes, couch-surfing and a scrap for rooms in an already overheated private rental market. There is no quick fix

Higher Options will have many people to help you decide what to pursue after the Leaving Cert

Two-thirds of those surveyed, aged 18-24, believe they would be better off in other countries

Global Student Accommodation Group has deferred the investment amid policy uncertainty over the sector

Parents of children studying away from home are spending up to €58,000 over a four-year degree

Practical and financial help and guidance are available for students with a disability or other additional needs

From Abigail Ruth Freeman on science and IT to Artur Banaszkiewicz on studying in Poland, there are many to choose from, so plan ahead

Report indicates Ireland’s ratio of 19 students per member of teaching staff exceeds OECD average of 15 to one

There’s a right and a not-so-right way to approach your visit to the RDS

Higher Options, Ireland’s largest education expo, is back in Dublin from Wednesday to Friday, September 17th to 19th.

Rodhan Harris (20) from Co Clare is on a placement in Singapore – an experience he says has been the opportunity of a lifetime

For those considering further and higher education, the expo has information that could shape the path ahead

As students turn to ChatGPT, educators warn that critical thinking, academic integrity and the future of the humanities are at stake

Remaining focused on CAO points means overlooking ‘wonderful’ alternatives such as apprenticeships and tertiary degrees

Whether you choose a PLC, an apprenticeship or the straight-to-college route, there’s more than one way to take the next step

Decades of reform and cultural change have made our colleges European leaders in gender equality and diversity – but the work of protecting rights continues

Heading to college is a big step, and while most of the young adults preparing to fly the nest will be excited at the prospect of independence, parents might have some concerns about what this will mean

Students have passed their exams, but Government has failed to act on housing them

‘Flying the nest is the natural next step ... we weren’t going to be all maudlin and upset around them’

You can have your own reason for doing what you’re doing - just know what it is

While studying in Ireland has its appeals, going abroad offers the experience of a different culture or language and fees are often lower

Irish students are entitled to study at any university in the EU under the same conditions as nationals

Even if all the known issues were magically resolved, we would still not want our students to use GenAI

The period between Leaving Cert results and the first week of college goes by in an instant

Entry points tend not to drop for very high-demand courses, but there are alternative pathways

If you want to accept a round one offer and haven’t done so yet, make sure you do in the next few days

We answered a variety of questions as grade deflation kicked in for the 2025 Leaving Cert class

More than a dozen international students share how they find life and study in Ireland

Random selection for some courses applies again, but some universities have increased places to try to meet demand

There are many sources of support that can lessen your chance of dropping out

The early school-leaver is now pursuing a full time undergraduate degree in history

Whether you want to accept or defer, take time to think clearly and do your research before you act

The dates for third level education next steps after Leaving Cert results day

How to maximise chances of finding a student place to live and figuring out costs

All you need to know about taking an alternative route into higher education

Will the Leaving Cert class of 2025 challenge the reduced enhancement process, and is the Dare scheme fit for purpose?

The number of CAO applications this year is 7% higher than in 2024 leading to additional pressure on college places

My college offer came while I was sitting in the back of my family’s car, and I screamed so loud that I almost caused a collision