University of Galway launches new civic engagement scholarship

Thu, Oct 20, 2022

University of Galway has launched the first civic engagement scholarship in an Irish higher education institution, cementing its position as a centre for excellence in engaging students in societal change, social impact, and building civic skills.

Do you want a job in a pharmacy?

Thu, Oct 20, 2022

The pharmacy retail counter assistant course has been running for 20 years at the GRETB Training Centre in Mervue, Galway. The course regularly provides staff to pharmacies in both full and part time positions as pharmacy assistants, cosmetic sales assistants, and pharmacy managers. Over 80 per cent of course graduates have secured employment in pharmacies.

This course will give you extensive knowledge of over the counter (OTC) medicines and a 10 week full time placement in a pharmacy where you will work as part of a pharmacy team which gives invaluable experience of the job and may also offer an opportunity to pursue a pharmacy technician qualification in the future.

Galway Community College welcome Erasmus+ students for their final visit as part of their joint climate change study in the EU

Thu, Oct 13, 2022

Galway Community College (GCC), GRETB welcomed another delegation of Erasmus+ students and teachers from schools in Croatia and Spain, to Galway city this week, for the final mobility of the endangered species and biodiversity project, a climate change research study in the European Union, that all three schools have been working on for the last year.

ATU to host Mathemagical shows for primary and secondary school pupils during Maths Week

Thu, Oct 13, 2022

Atlantic Technological University (ATU) in conjunction with Maths Week 2022 will host two of Steve Sherman’s Edutaining Mathemagical Shows for primary and secondary school pupils at its Galway city campus next Friday, October 21.

GRETB Further Education & Training Centre now accepting applications for Skills to Advance - care of the older person QQI Level 5

Thu, Oct 13, 2022

GRETB Further Education & Training Centre on the Tuam Road (H91 Y8C2), Galway, is now accepting applications for its Care of the Older Person module. This module is funded through the Skills to Advance initiative for people in employment living/working across the Galway and Roscommon region.

This module is ideal for anyone hoping to work in elderly care in public, community and private sectors. This module has been designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and competence to meet the needs of older people in a variety of care contexts and to help you develop an awareness of the increasing needs of older people in the community.

University of Galway MBA50: A year of celebration

Thu, Oct 13, 2022

The MBA at University of Galway’s JE Cairnes School of Business & Economics is one of the leading MBA programmes in the country. With more than 650 graduates to date numbering among the leaders in their field, it was awarded five years' AMBA accreditation this year, the highest level available from this global mark of excellence for MBA education.

The potential for growth through self-learning is endless

Thu, Oct 13, 2022

The Kumon maths and English programmes are designed to develop the student as a self-learner. A free assessment finds the ‘just right’ start point for each student in the programmes, which stretch from pre-school to university entry level.

Having established the correct start point, students then progress through the subject(s) of their choice at the pace with which they are comfortable. Daily study (20 minutes maximum for primary school work) of an individualised programme of the graduated worksheets is supported by a weekly class. The development of students as self-learners enables many committed Kumon students go on to work far beyond their age with impressive confidence and maturity.

Peugeot reveals all-electric 308 range

Thu, Oct 13, 2022

Already available in electrified plug-in hybrid, Peugeot has revealed the first fully electric versions of its new 308.

Home EV charger grants now open to those without an electric car

Thu, Oct 13, 2022

A total of four new electric vehicle grant schemes and initiatives were launched recently by the Minister for Transport, Eamon Ryan.

Among them is an expansion to the home charger grant which will enable any tenants and homeowners to apply for a grant, whether they own an EV or not. This can also be used for visitor use or at rented accommodation.

DRIVING HISTORY

Thu, Oct 13, 2022

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Driving History

Heart-warming Heartstopper is a deserved hit

Thu, Oct 06, 2022

Heartstopper is a Netflix original TV series based on the graphic novel series by Alice Osman. Originally a webcomic on Tumblr and Tapas, volumes 1 and 2 of the books was published by Hachette Children’s Group in 2019. It’s a story of ‘boy meets boy, boys become friends, boys fall in love.’ Both the books and show demonstrate the feeling of first love, friendships, coming out, and mental health. One season of the show has been released, with seasons two and three confirmed by Netflix.

Coláiste Muire Máthair — your new school adventure starts here

Thu, Oct 06, 2022

Starting a new school is a landmark moment in the life of a child. It can be a daunting prospect, filled with anxiety and excitement. However, it is also the beginning of a new adventure, a chance to make new friends, to try new sports and activities, to learn new subjects, a time to stand on your own two feet with a newly-found air of independence.

ATU engineering lecturer wins Learning Technologist of the Year award

Thu, Oct 06, 2022

Atlantic Technological University (ATU) Galway-Mayo civil engineering lecturer Dr Wayne Gibbons has won a prestigious award for creating and developing a suite of digital open badges to enhance a module to keep students motivated throughout their studies and increase their employability.

Coláiste Éinde — supporting students to reach their potential

Thu, Oct 06, 2022

Coláiste Éinde is a co-educational, voluntary, secondary school situated in Salthill. The school caters for boys and girls from first year to Leaving Certificate, including an optional transition year programme. For nearly a century, the school has helped students mature into young adults with a balance of skills, knowledge, experience, and values that enables them to enjoy fulfilling lives and rewarding careers. Operating under the patronage of the Bishop of Galway, today’s vibrant school community continues in this proud tradition of excellence in education.

Master maths and English with Kumon

Thu, Oct 06, 2022

The Kumon maths and English programmes are individually tailored to students of all ages and abilities. The aim of these worksheet based programmes is to discover the potential of each individual and develop their ability to the maximum.

A valuable resource for parents/guardians of primary school children in sixth class

Thu, Sep 29, 2022

If you have a child in sixth class in primary school, Galway City Partnership has developed an informational video for you.

This guide is an aid for applying to secondary school and is available in both English and Ukrainian. It clearly informs on when to apply, how to apply, and how to accept an offer of a school place. There is also a list of secondary schools in Galway city and county available on the Galway City Partnership website.

University of Galway welcomes visitors to campus for autumn undergraduate open days

Thu, Sep 29, 2022

University of Galway will welcome thousands of prospective students and their families to campus next week for this year’s annual autumn undergraduate open days.

Apply now for GRETB's media production course

Thu, Sep 29, 2022

Following a hugely successful first couple of years of the Media Production Assistant Traineeship, Galway and Roscommon Education and Training Board (GRETB) and Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland (Screen lreland) has announced a fourth year of the course.

Galway bodhrán classes

Thu, Sep 29, 2022

Everybody has rhythm, and there is never a better time than September to take up a new challenge and learn a new instrument. If you have always wanted to play music but don’t know where to start, or you are already playing but don’t know how to take your playing to the next level, now is the time. The hugely popular Bodhrán Magic adult group beginner courses are registering now and starting very soon in the city centre in a school venue with very easy and free parking. Simply park at the door and go in and play.

The bodhrán is a brilliant instrument to play, is very accessible for all ages, and has become extremely popular for very good reason. Run by professional Galway musician and educator Brian Ferguson, the courses provide proper tuition and a brilliant step by step learning system that keeps students motivated, inspired, and is very enjoyable as you progress and learn to play along to tunes with confidence and clarity.

Merlin College to host open night

Thu, Sep 29, 2022

For the first time in three years, Merlin College will host an in-person open night for all sixth class students and their parents/guardians on Monday October 3 between 7.30pm and 9.30pm. The school, which is celebrating its 10th year in Doughiska, on the east of the city, will again give an opportunity to parents and their children to see all that the school has to offer.

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