NUI Galway will hold an information evening next week focusing on the needs of mature students and adult learners who may be considering full-time or part-time studies for the 2020 academic year. The evening will take place on Wednesday, January 15, from 5.30pm to 8.30pm in the Institute for Lifecourse and Society on NUI Galway’s north campus.
The event focuses on the diversity of learners’ needs and showcases the breadth of study opportunities the university offers to prospective students who may not have considered third level education previously.
The Mature Students Office, in collaboration with the Centre for Adult Learning and Professional Development, offers support in making the right decision in relation to the range of courses on offer and which would best suit an individual’s personal circumstances and professional development needs.
Trish Bourke, mature student officer at NUI Galway, will give a welcome presentation at 6pm explaining the CAO application procedure for anyone wishing to apply for a full-time degree in 2020 and who is aged 23 or over.
“Mature students are a growing group of students at NUI Galway," Ms Bourke said. "They bring a wealth of experience and skills which supports them while undertaking a full-time degree. If you live at a distance from the university or if you work full-time, don’t let this be a barrier to returning to learn. Information on the university’s range of part-time, blended learning, fully online, and short courses will also be available on the night.”
Teaching staff from the university’s undergraduate and postgraduate courses, along with representatives from the university’s support service, will also be on hand to discuss the range of course options and supports offered by the university. Career advisors will also provide a free, one-to-one consultation, to advise on possible career pathways.
“Feedback from students who availed of career consultations at previous events have indicated that the opportunity to discuss career pathways and your personal strengths with a trained advisor was pivotal in their choice of course," said Nuala McGuinn of NUI Galway’s Centre for Adult Learning and Professional Development. "We strongly advise prospective students to avail of this free service, as it’s an important first step in your learning journey.”
The Access Office will be in attendance to offer advice on pre-university courses in terms of Access courses. Also present, will be representatives of the Disability Support Services who have expertise in supporting students at third level who may have a long-term health condition (physical or mental ), or a specific learning difficulty.
To attend the information evening register at www.nuigalway.ie/adultandmaturesinfo
