For career-minded individuals looking to upskill to gain a promotion or reskill to change industries there are many options available when it comes to lifelong learning. Many of us are familiar with terms such as Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and short courses but less is known about micro-credentials. So, what are they, how do they […]
We’ve been blessed recently with fabulous weather and many people have been taking advantage of it and been out and about enjoying the sunshine. And a lot of these people have chosen the bicycle as their favourite way to spend time outdoors. There has been a noticeable increase in cycling over the last couple of […]
Cultural Studies Course Cultural studies course looks at human society and the different variations of it that have sprung up across the world. It is closely related to anthropology. What are cultural studies? Cultural studies look at the history and society of people across the world. It can focus on history, gender, politics and even […]
You’ve done all the shopping but you’d like to give the student in your life an extra present, one that will be perfect for college life. It’s too late at this stage to add to Bezos’ bank account and order online so we take a look at some last-minute gifts for students that you can […]
What Does a Civil Engineer Do? A civil engineer is a professional who plays a crucial role in the design, construction, and maintenance of infrastructure projects. Their work primarily revolves around designing, planning, and overseeing the implementation of various projects related to public and private infrastructure. According to engineersireland.ie civil engineers “improve and protect the […]
We hope you are all looking forward to a safe and festive holidays this Christmas. You’ve earned a break! So why not settle down in front of the TV over the holidays and watch your favourite Christmas films with your loved ones. After all, ’tis the season! Below we pick out 10 of our favourite […]
Here is the most important career planning question: What do you want to be when you grow up? It is not an easy question to answer. Careers are not what they used to be. Neither is studying. In the 21st century it is not unusual for people to change careers in midlife. Studying does not […]
What is Springboard+ Springboard+ is an initiative that aims to provide free/ subsidised education, upskilling and reskilling opportunities through higher education in areas where there is a skills need. Courses are free for people who are unemployed, who were previously self-employed, and for people returning to work. The courses are also available at a 10% […]
Today, the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, Simon Harris, TD, announced a national investment of €5.2 million through the Science Foundation Ireland Discover Programme. The funding will support 49 public engagement and education initiatives that aim to improve public understanding of science, technology, engineering, and maths (STEM) and engage a […]
Fashion a career with costume design! If you are a creative person with a flair for fashion, the costume design industry could be absolutely perfect for you. What is costume design? There are many different roles that a costume designer can play. They might simply work in the fashion industry, creating amazing couture garments for […]