Irish Research Staff Association Online Forum
The International Consortium of Research Staff Associations (ICoRSA) are hosting the Irish Research Staff Association (IrishRSA) Online Forum is taking place on Thu, 6 May 2021, 11:00.
Professional Development & CPD
In this section we look at CDP and the importance of lifelong learning.This is because education does not end with your postgrad degree
Many professions require their members to undertake a certain number of continuous professional development (CPD) courses every year. Without these, they can lose their accreditation. We offer insight into CPD as well as an overview of awarding bodies and professional bodies in Ireland, and much more.
Building an Effective Feedback Culture in Postgraduate Research Supervision
The Institute of Technology Carlow and National Forum are hosting ‘Building an Effective Feedback Culture in Postgraduate Research Supervision’ on Thu, 4 March 2021 from 11:00 – 13:00. This seminar…
Conference on Research in Mathematics Education in Ireland (MEI)
The Seventh Conference on Research in Mathematics Education in Ireland (MEI 7) takes place this week. MEI 7 Mathematical Literacy, throughout and beyond education is hosted by the Institute of…
Political Science
It may sometimes feel like Irish politics is exclusively dominated by outgoing, high-profile personalities, but there is also room in the political world for people who wish to work in…
€1.8 Million Allocated for Industry Fellowships
Science Foundation Ireland Industry Fellowship Programme Congratulations to the 23 successful projects chosen for the latest round of SFI Fellowships. TD Heather Humphreys announced yesterday that €1.8 million is allocated…
Education doesn’t end with a postgrad: the importance of lifelong learning
Lifelong learning, upskilling and continuous professional development are more important than ever before. Business and technologies are changing. As a result, it has become crucial for employees to upskill. You…
Free ICT summer course for primary teachers at Mary Immaculate College
Mary Immaculate College (MIC) is offering a free summer course for primary school teachers. The course will help teachers integrate ICT and digital literacy as well as robotics into their practice.…
Doing a postgrad degree as a mature student
If you are over 23 years old and thinking of doing your postgraduate degree, you’re what’s known as a mature student. Yes, you are older, but also wiser! Many people…
Awarding bodies in Ireland: an overview
When choosing a course it is important to know what award you’ll receive at the end. It is also important to know the awarding body responsible. There are a number…
A who’s who of professional bodies recognised in Ireland
If you are thinking of taking a course or undertaking continuous professional development it helps to know if a professional body recognises your award. Professional bodies aim to further a…
More Irish people need to pursue lifelong learning
One in ten Dubliners have engaged in lifelong learning. That’s more than twice as many people in Ireland’s south-east, mid-east and border regions. Lifelong learning and upskilling has been promoted across Europe…
