Salerno Student Council visit Áras an Uachtaráin

Thu, Apr 23, 2026

It's been a busy few weeks for the Salerno Student Council.

New report on female tech students launched

Thu, Apr 23, 2026

Minister for Education and Youth, Hildegarde Naughton TD has launched a research report into CodePlus, a computing education outreach programme for female students.

Sports scholarships at the University of Galway

Thu, Apr 16, 2026

The University of Galway is offering sports scholarships to students who have performed at a high level in sport recognised by a national sports governing body and the Sports Council.

Locals invited to share stories and shape climate responses

Thu, Apr 16, 2026

Galway’s coastline is changing, and the people who live closest to it are seeing the effects every day.

From Salthill to Silverstrand and Barna, residents are seeing shifting sands, stronger storms, and coastal places that look different each season. These local observations are essential to shaping meaningful climate responses.

ATU student teachers collaborate on international AI in education programme

Thu, Apr 16, 2026

Student teachers from Atlantic Technological University (ATU) recently participated in an Erasmus+ programme focused on the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in education, hosted by Hanze University of Applied Sciences in Groningen, the Netherlands.

Explore courses, campuses and student life at ATU Galway Open Day

Thu, Apr 16, 2026

Atlantic Technological University (ATU) will welcome prospective students to its Galway City Open Day on Saturday, April 18, from 10am to 1pm, across its Dublin Road and Wellpark Road campuses.

The Open Day offers visitors a unique opportunity to explore the wide range of undergraduate programmes, facilities and student supports available at ATU Galway, while meeting lecturers, students and professional services staff in person.

GRETB hosts Celebration of the Arts

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

Galway and Roscommon Education and Training Board (GRETB) hosted its annual Celebration of the Arts at Galway Community College on Friday, March 20, bringing together students, staff and guests to celebrate creativity across the region.

Funding for over 40 ATU courses announced

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

Atlantic Technological University (ATU) has announced Springboard+ funding for over 40 courses starting from September this year.

Why Montessori Education matters more than ever

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

Owner & Early Years Educator, Coole Montessori, Gort

MG launches Europe's first semi-solid-state battery

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

Solid-state batteries have long been viewed as the pinnacle of the electric vehicle technology, with claims that a full charge can be achieved in around nine minutes.

Cupra launches used-car programme

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

Cupra has launched its own approved used-car programme.

Every Cupra Approved Used vehicle undergoes a comprehensive inspection by trained technicians. The Cupra Approved Used programme spans the full model line-up, giving drivers access to a range of pre-owned models from petrol and diesel to plug-in hybrid and fully-electric.

Tertiary Degree Courses offer alternative route to higher education

Thu, Mar 26, 2026

With CAO applications increasing by 6.5 per cent this year, students are being encouraged to consider all available pathways into higher education and to have alternative options in place if their first choice does not work out. One option that is still not widely known among students is the tertiary degree programme, which is now available in locations across Ireland.

Junior Cycle students presented special Gaeilge awards

Thu, Mar 26, 2026

University of Galway has presented Special Gaeilge Recognition Awards to students who achieved a distinction in Higher Level Irish in their Junior Cycle examination.

Funding awarded for STEM through Irish at University of Galway

Thu, Mar 19, 2026

University of Galway has been awarded €268,000 by Taighde Éireann to lead a national initiative to advance STEM engagement through Irish.

GRETB Open Day draws over 2,000 attendees

Thu, Mar 19, 2026

On Tuesday, March 10, the GRETB Open Day at the Galmont Hotel proved an outstanding success, bringing together more than 2,000 attendees including over 30 schools and over 60 stands for a dynamic celebration of learning, skills development and community partnership.

Studying medicine and healthcare disciplines in Poland

Thu, Mar 12, 2026

While the Irish government has pledged a €28.5 million investment to deliver over 1,100 new healthcare places across key healthcare disciplines such as Medicine, Nursing, Allied Health, Social Care, Pharmacy, Dentistry, Radiography and Veterinary Medicine nationwide, it is not yet known how these extra places will affect demand for these courses.

Jes students visit Lough Corrib Angling Federation Trout Hatchery

Thu, Mar 12, 2026

TY Students from Coláiste Iognaid returned to Lough Corrib Angling Federation Trout Hatchery in Oughterard to release their hatched out fry.

Post Leaving certificate course options

Thu, Mar 05, 2026

Post Leaving Certificate courses are usually one-year programmes (mainly QQI Level 5 and 6) which are delivered by further education colleges all over Ireland. Some of the larger further education colleges in Galway include Galway Technical Institute, Galway Community College, Coláiste Mhuire, Ballygar and Glenamaddy Community School, which collectively provide a vast range of PLC courses.

University of Galway announces two new scholarships

Thu, Mar 05, 2026

University of Galway has announced two new scholarships in collaboration with Davy, Ireland's leading provider of wealth management and investment banking services.

Canney welcomes approval of new special classes for schools in Galway East

Thu, Mar 05, 2026

Minister Seán Canney has welcomed the approval of new special classes for schools in Galway East, with Gaelscoil Iarfhlatha Tuam and High Cross College, Tuam each approved for one new special class for the 2026/27 school year.

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