Higher Education

Editorial

A Reminder That Increased Fees Aren’t The Only Solution to The Crisis

The consensus among university heads could conceal the fact that debate about the matter is still very much ongoing.
Editorial

Too Much of the Technological University Process is ‘Wait and See’

We still have no idea how these super institutions will contribute to Ireland’s already underfunded third-level sector.

How University Teaching Went Global

From Brexit to government funding, universities are under more pressure than ever to attract international students.
By Sophie Andrews-McCarroll

Anne Scott is Shepherding NUI Galway Towards Equality

Anne Scott has listened to the critics and, as NUIG's gender equality vice-president, is promising big changes.
By Kathleen McNamee

As Technological Status Beckons, Students and Staff Look to the Future

The government has said technological universities will be a new era, while students remain cautiously optimistic.
By Aisling Marren and Kathleen McNamee

Double College Fees, Says Outgoing NUIG President

Dr Jim Browne said the increase would be supported by a loan scheme system.
By Dominic McGrath

The Most Read Articles of 2017

For the third-ever year, The University Times surpassed one million unique readers in a calendar year, with stories from impeachments to prank emails.

600 Disadvantaged Students to Benefit From New Bursary

Recipients of the 1916 Bursary, which was announced in the Budget, will receive €5,000 per year to finance their studies.
By Aisling Marren

Queen’s University Belfast to Join Controversial Teaching Framework

QUBSU's president said the vote was 'disappointing'.
By Dominic McGrath

Don’t Expand Temporary Contracts in Universities, Says Mitchell O’Connor

The comments from the Minister for Higher Education came in an interview with The University Times.
By Dominic McGrath