‘Crude and unfair’ CAO system must change, say school principals
A narrow approach to measuring students’ aptitudes may contribute to high dropout rates
Irish Universities Association
Universities say they face shortage of funds to pay existing staff this year
€92m hole in college finances due to unfunded pay awards for thousands of staff agreed by Government, says association
Are the mistakes of Junior Cycle reform about to be repeated in the Leaving Cert?
There used to be more than 20 mandatory student practicals in the science subjects but in the new specification there are just 10 to 12 experiments
Thousands of State-subsidised courses on way to upskill in AI, sustainability and construction
More than 650 short, online university-accredited courses subsided by 50-80 per cent of normal costs
Student landlords’ decision to insist on 51-week tenancies a ‘retrograde step’, Irish universities say
Irish Universities Association ‘does not believe there is strong demand’ for longer leases
‘One second over and you’re disqualified’: Students compete in Ireland’s first ‘three-minute thesis’ final
Eight PhD researchers compete against the clock to distil their niche findings into bite-sized presentations
Over one-third of higher education teaching staff are considering leaving - survey
Staff complain of not being paid out of term and being employed on temporary or part-time contracts
Colleges’ capacity to deliver skilled graduates is ‘stretched to the limit’, warn university presidents
Government told rising student-staff ratios threaten education quality in a sector facing a €600m financial shortfall
‘Staggering’ surplus in State training fund may be used to boost workers’ skills in face of AI threat
Simon Harris says €1.5 billion surplus could be used to help upskill or reskill thousands of employees
Ireland needs to double healthcare places in college to meet skills demand, Donnelly says
Expansion plans would see a sharp increase in medical and nursing students in ‘coming years’
How micro-credentials play a major role in game-changing skills development
A new initiative from Ireland’s universities offers skills development to help fast track career growth and job sector switches
Postgraduate researchers protest at Dáil over pay and conditions
Those working in sector paid average of just €7.88 per hour while excluded from supports for other workers, say representatives
Universities call for end to ‘restrictive’ Government controls on staffing and salaries
Europe-wide report says Irish universities face greater controls and lack of freedom over recruitment
Growing unease over Chinese domination of applications to Irish ‘golden visa’ scheme
Anxiety in Government as all but 41 of 1,316 applications last year came from people in China amid geopolitical tumult
David McWilliams: Ignore the false stories – the facts show that immigrants make a country richer
Statistics show host nations often get the best and brightest the world has to offer
Universities want Leaving Cert moved to May to ease pressure on students
Results delay risks chaos finding accommodation or studying abroad, students warn
Student contribution fee of €3,000 to be reduced – Harris
Third-level funding plans seeks university reforms in exchange for extra funding
Irish students will ‘not lose out’ over providing university places for Ukrainians
New arrivals will have access to same supports and grants available to Irish students
Irish students fleeing Ukraine can continue studies in Ireland, Minister says
Harris says central point of contact needed for Ukrainians wishing to study here
Extra funding for third level should take priority over cuts to fees, says Varadkar
Tánaiste says it would be a mistake to cut €3,000 student charge and only leave ‘small bit’ for core funds
Number of Leaving Cert students who secured top grades soars by 1,600%
Move to teacher-assessed marks linked to dramatic increase in grade inflation
Students could miss out on preferred courses under hybrid Leaving Cert, universities warn
Candidates who have never had to sit a State exam may struggle in college, CAO chair says
Eight researchers receive ERC ‘starting grants’ totalling €12m
Six of eight grants awarded to women, with five grantees previously supported by IRC
Cut in €3,000 college student contribution charge under consideration
Plan to increase number of students eligible for grants as part of third level funding package
‘We won’t be teaching philosophy’: Meet Ireland’s five newest universities
Higher education is being transformed with merger of institutes of technology - but some fear it is a step in wrong direction
Universities call for Leaving Cert results to be given in June
Issuing results in August ‘no longer fit for purpose’ and limits students’ options
Ethnic minorities in higher education more likely to be on lower pay
HEA survey finds high percentage of black and Asian staff earn less than €60k
Covid-19: Universities in deficit as commercial losses climb to €270m
Colleges say growing student numbers and higher costs are pushing them into the red
Exploring alternative options after the Leaving Cert
There are other avenues available to those who don’t want to go straight to third-level
Vaccination not mandatory for college campus access from September
Students will need to show proof of vaccination to avail of college canteens or bars
Colleges plan to ‘maximise’ on campus experience for students
‘Vast majority’ of adults will have had opportunity to get vaccinated by September
Offering extra places is not sustainable, universities warn
Association hopes Government plan will dampen potential rise in college points
Irish universities hopeful students can return to large-scale lectures in autumn
Announcement on status of rapid-testing pilot programmes due later this week
College campus reopening plan to allow large lectures, sports activity and societies
Students to have monthly-payment option for accommodation in case of fourth wave
Irish third level sector needs “significant funding” to capitalise on Brexit
Impact of Brexit on higher level institutions discussed at Seanad committee
What type of third level institution should I opt for?
What are the different types of third level learning institutions in Ireland?
‘Creaking’ universities may struggle to provide extra third-level places this year
Government has pledged to expand college numbers in bid to ease CAO pressure
Universities fear sweeping reforms will undermine autonomy
Trinity seeks private legislation to exclude it from some proposed Government changes
Trinity College Dublin fears third-level reforms will threaten its autonomy
University says regulators will have ‘dawn raid’ powers under new legislation
Miriam Lord: Why did the secretary general cross the road? Because he’s worth it
Forget the Fitbit – this short stroll is bringing one public servant a very healthy salary boost
College Choice: Support available to level the playing field
Students from disadvantaged backgrounds significantly under-represented in third level
Covid 19: Universities warn of ‘devastating’ financial losses this year
Third-level institutions set to run combined deficit of €100m due to drop off in income
University governing bodies to be slimmed down under new reforms
Higher education governance legislation is ‘not fit for purpose’, says Harris
Trinity and Richard Dawkins: Better to debate ideas than to ban them
Cancelling motions and deplatforming controversial speakers is becoming common
Universities face stronger governance and accountability requirements
Harris says agility and flexibility of colleges are key strengths, and this required an appropriate level of autonomy
I find it hard to learn online. How will I survive in college this year?
Ask Brian: Most teaching in third level will be online, but there are supports available
We’re obsessed with university degrees in this country – but college isn’t for everyone
Students should consider all options including apprenticeships and further education
UCD proposes new ‘zero tolerance’ policy to deal with sexual harassment
Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin was subjected to two years of harassment by fellow academic
Universities say Leaving Cert results delay means first years will start college later
Plan for orientation weeks may be cancelled, Irish Universities’ Association warns
UCC president to retire early for ‘personal reasons’
Professor Patrick O’Shea due to leave just over three years into 10-year term of office
Colleges face crisis as funding in freefall
The third-level sector is expected to operate within budget and make cuts where necessary
Student accommodation sector set for harsh Covid-19 lesson
Loss of students will be felt most keenly by the providers
Time to be ambitious. We need a Department of Higher Education and Research
We need to create globally-competitive universities that perform ground-breaking research which drives innovation economies
Modelling citizen: Prof Philip Nolan and the battle against Covid-19
President of Maynooth University talks about public health role and has advice for CAO applicants
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