Postgraduate courses in Networking

Artists and musicians have long been among the most popular and respected members of Irish society. Ordinary people rely on artists and musicians to brighten up their lives. Art and music transcend boundaries on all levels – geographical, cultural, social, economic and political – and the artistic expression and musical creativity of a nation can […]

The application for your postgraduate course is not something that should be taken lightly, and must be afforded the proper consideration and time. Academic qualifications are obviously very important but they are not the only factor you need to take into account when applying for that postgraduate course. You are creating a ‘selling document’ and […]

Universal Design for Learning (UDL) in tertiary education refers to a framework for developing flexible learning environments and materials that can accommodate different learning styles, abilities, disabilities, and other needs among diverse students. What is Universal Design in Tertiary Education? Multiple means of representation – Presenting course content in different formats like text, audio, video, […]

The importance of setting goals: Whether you do it in an informal, personal way or in a structured, networked fashion, goal setting is vital when undertaking a postgraduate programme. If you want to stay on top of your studies, identifying measurable targets and tracking your progress will help you get there. While you will likely […]

Choosing a university is a big deal. As a postgrad student you’ve already done it at least once. It is not necessarily any easier the second time! When you decide to do a postgraduate course you may wonder whether to continue your education with your existing university or head off for fresh pastures. However, it […]

A massive €5 billion industry, the Irish hospitality industry is the fulcrum of a massive tourist industry, amongst the most successful anywhere in the world. There are currently 18,377 (2018 data) companies working in the hospitality-related accommodation and food services sector in Ireland, with a workforce of approximately 177,000. This compares to 148,000 at the […]

Think of changing career or upskilling? If you need to change or add to your skillset, a conversion course may be the best way to proceed. Here we explain what conversion courses are to help you decide if this is the right choice for you. What is a conversion course? A conversions course is a […]

The old adage of ‘fail to prepare, prepare to fail’ could easily be applied to further study. Postgraduate students are more likely to be working, or undertaking work experience, in addition to their studies. They are, on average, older, perhaps returning to education after a break, which generally equates to more commitments. There’s also that […]

MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships are prestigious grants offered by the European Union under the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) program. These fellowships are designed to support early-career researchers who have already obtained a PhD and wish to further their academic and professional development. Key Features of MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships International mobility: Fellows are expected to carry out […]

Kaizen is the Japanese word for ‘improvement’; back in the 1950s Toyota implemented a revolutionary approach to Process Improvement which would eventually become Lean Six Sigma. Almost seven decades later, this Programme is used in industries across the globe. Here in Ireland, it’s not only common practice in tech and manufacturing but across organisations big […]