Christmas revision courses at Mill Street

Thu, Nov 30, 2017

Enrolments for the Leaving and Junior Cert intensive Christmas courses are currently being taken at the Galway Study Centre at Mill Street. Classes will start on Tuesday morning, January 2, and continue until Saturday, January 6.

GRETB Training Centre holds apprenticeship information day

Thu, Nov 30, 2017

On Thursday November 23, as part of European Vocational Skills Week, the GRETB Training Centre in Mervue Business Park opened its doors to more than 400 students, teachers, and parents.

Our Lady’s College, Galway, celebrates a successful first year

Thu, Nov 30, 2017

Our Lady's College, the newest all girls secondary school in Galway city, is celebrating its first birthday.

NUI Galway graduate launches unique new taxi app

Thu, Nov 30, 2017

Flag - A new taxi app designed for students wil launch in Dublin City this December. The unique app is the only service in the world that allows a passenger to travel and pay for taxis with no phone, cash or bank card while ensuring the driver still gets paid.

Leaving and Junior Cert revision courses

Thu, Nov 23, 2017

The Study Centre at Mill Street has been based in Galway since late 1983.

Learn Gaeilge at Coláiste Néifinn

Thu, Nov 23, 2017

Coláiste Néifinn is an established Irish college in Athenry, Glenamaddy, Castlebar, and Ballina.

Our Lady’s College celebrating its first anniversary

Thu, Nov 23, 2017

Our Lady's College, the newest all girls secondary school in Galway city, is celebrating its first birthday.

Safe Pass and health and safety courses

Thu, Nov 23, 2017

In order to work in any type of building or construction site you must have a Safe Pass card. This card is mandatory for many jobs involving maintenance, building, painting, landscaping, etc.

To get your Safe Pass card you must complete a one day course. You do not need previous experience in the building industry to do the course as the focus is on general safety awareness.

An scoil Ghaeltachta áitiúil

Thu, Nov 23, 2017

Ó 1955 i leith tá Coláiste Cholmcille, Indreabhán ag freastal ar riachtanais oideachais cheantair Chois Fharraige, ó na Forbacha go Ros a Mhíl agus níos faide ó bhaile.

Choose a career in make-up artistry

Thu, Nov 23, 2017

The International School of Make-up Artistry is currently taking enrolments for its full-time and part-time courses.

Pro Deo et Patria

Thu, Nov 23, 2017

St Patrick's boys primary school situated in the heart of Galway city and with a long and illustrious history dating back to the time of the Great Famine, has announced that its annual open day will take place on Wednesday November 29 2017, starting at 2pm.

Prospective parents, pupils, and members of the public are invited to experience a slice of the bustling, colourful, and structured learning environment that is St Pat's and to see for themselves all it has to offer.

GALWAY BUSINESS SCHOOL - KICKSTART YOUR CAREER!

Thu, Nov 23, 2017

SEMESTER PROGRAMMES - LEVEL 6 & LEVEL 7

Learn the art of beauty make-up and prosthetics with the School of Make-up Artistry

Thu, Nov 16, 2017

The International School of Make-up Artistry spans more than 30 years, specialising in make-up artistry.

New Study Hub for fifth and sixth years at The Ardilaun

Thu, Nov 16, 2017

It is that time of the year again — the CAO is open for registration, the mocks are quickly approaching, and time is precious. Do you feel you would benefit from some extra supervised study time with an individual directed work plan? Well this could be your perfect opportunity.

Get career ready for 2018 with a payroll and bookkeeping award

Thu, Nov 16, 2017

GPA Solutions is offering a range of QQI Level 5 business awards catering for learners wishing to advance their business skills or for those who simply wish to gain an introduction to payroll or computerised accounts.

CPR and AED course at Western Management Centre

Thu, Nov 16, 2017

Anyone at any time can come upon someone having a heart attack or choking. Wouldn’t it be great if you could help someone survive such a life threatening situation? CPR and AED (automated external defibrillator) are indispensable and essential life skills. CPR, and using an AED, can be critical elements in the chain of survival when someone has a heart attack. The AED (or defibrillator as it is more commonly known) shocks the heart back into a normal rhythm.

Thoughts on transition year

Thu, Nov 16, 2017

Transition year is often described as the year where students can explore their options for the future and grow as individuals. It encourages the development of a student's social and personal skills while taking a break from the stress of exam years. This programme gives them more time to make a decision based on what job they would like to have, to master their weaknesses and mature in many different ways.

Making it in the global village

Thu, Nov 16, 2017

The CAO online application system has just recently opened, bringing many students to that critical juncture regarding decisions about their life path. Those who are considering apprenticeships, post Leaving Cert courses (PLCs), private colleges, and gap years still have time to mull over their options while they prepare for exams. Students who are seeking to enter programmes in a wide range of disciplines, in systems where entry requirements are low, need to make those big decisions soon.

Open day at St Mary's College

Thu, Nov 16, 2017

St Mary’s College will hold an open evening on Monday November 20 from 6.30pm to 8.30pm.

An arts degree: Is it worth it?

Thu, Nov 09, 2017

A common question from students this time of year is, “What exactly is an arts degree”? Otherwise known as humanities education, this is a broad qualification, offering you a wide range of two-subject combinations to degree level. Bachelor of Arts degrees are diverse and encompass a wide interest area, including English, history, geography, psychology, law, music, computers, and languages. Humanities students could also have BAs in business, economics, maths, and politics. In addition to academic study, students acquire transferable skills in critical thinking, problem solving, communications, digital expertise, and creative solutions to problems.

Structure of arts

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