Higher Education

Contribution

Is a University Qualification Necessary For a Prosperous Career?

Molly Flynn questions whether university is just a “rite of passage” for young people rather than an experience that greatly benefits them.
By Molly Flynn

Students’ Unions Must Strike the Balance Between Voicing the Political and Representing the Student Body

Ellen Orchard examines the balance in students' unions between student-related issues and wider campaigns.
By Ellen Orchard
Contribution

For Higher Education, Budget 2017 Displays a Short-Term Focus

While any investment is welcome given the ongoing crisis, €36.5 million is out of place given the government's hyperbolic rhetoric.
By Christopher McMahon

€36.5 million Increase in Funding For Higher Education in Budget 2017

A full maintenance postgraduate grant, worth nearly €6,000, for low-income students was also introduced.
By Dominic McGrath and Sinéad Baker

As Funding Options are Considered, University Heads to Appear Before Education Committee

Students' and trade unions will also present to the Oireachtas Education and Skills Committee in December.
By Dominic McGrath
Editorial

Political Consensus is a Poor Substitute for Political Solutions

Whether over higher education or repeal the eighth, decisions need to be made with or without consensus.

Proposals Similar to a Graduate Tax Could Help Deal With Funding Challenges

Between the funding crisis, rising student numbers and Brexit, the Irish third-level sector is in dire need of a new funding model to meet these challenges argues Brian Hayes MEP.
By Brian Hayes

The Quest to Create the Ideal Trinity Graduate

The Trinity Education Project has outlined four key attributes that College wants every graduate to have, and is seeking to change the curriculum to incorporate them.
By Hugh Mitchell

37,000 More International Students by 2020, as Strategy Aims for “Best Education System in Europe”

Bruton commits to bringing the value of international education to €2.1 billion with more international higher education and English language training students.
By Sinéad Baker
Contribution

Trinity’s Admin Failings Hinder an Otherwise Incredible Erasmus Experience

Stephen McLoughlin discusses the difficulties he faced with Trinity administration both before he went on Erasmus and on his return.
By Stephen McLoughlin