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Leaving Cert results: what are the next steps for students?

From CAO offers and appeals to apprenticeships and PLC courses, there may be more options available than students realise.

EDUCATION 19 August 2026

Leaving Cert results: what are the next steps for students?

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Surge in veterinary preferences, but not enough supply

Surge in veterinary preferences, but not enough supply

EDUCATION 25 March 2026

‘Stem gender problem’ needs to shift radically and quickly

‘Stem gender problem’ needs to shift radically and quickly

EDUCATION 4 February 2026

Ireland leads landmark step in veterinary education

Ireland leads landmark step in veterinary education

Ireland leads landmark step in veterinary education

EDUCATION 28 January 2026

Colette Twomey: 'pathways to careers are not just linear'

Colette Twomey: 'pathways to careers are not just linear'

Colette Twomey: 'pathways to careers are not just linear'

EDUCATION 21 January 2026

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‘It’s time to look beyond the CAO points race’

‘It’s time to look beyond the CAO points race’

There are over 1,500 Further Education and Training (FET) courses, with a 12% increase in those choosing pathways outside the CAO.

EDUCATION 27 August 2025

CAO guide 2026 – plan your future study path

CAO guide 2026 – plan your future study path

With the CAO deadline looming, it is essential to research your options but for now, don’t get too bogged down in the detail – just get the application in.

EDUCATION 27 August 2025

Top five expert tips for submitting a successful CAO application

Top five expert tips for submitting a successful CAO application

Breaking down the CAO application with expert advice on what you need to do now.

EDUCATION 27 August 2025

Ag Science points on the increase

Ag Science points on the increase

The CAO points for most Level 8 agriculture degree programmes are on the up, so what does this mean for the future of the industry?

EDUCATION 27 August 2025

Research focus: students help tackle challenges in agriculture

Research focus: students help tackle challenges in agriculture

Initially disappointed with his CAO offer, Shane Maher from Tullow, Co Carlow, has just completed a PhD, in conversation with Sarah McIntosh.

CAREERS 27 August 2025

FET training is now the first choice for many students

FET training is now the first choice for many students

A wide range of courses available through local education and training boards countrywide are offering new pathways to higher education, writes Sarah McIntosh

EDUCATION 27 August 2025

Crash course: the complete guide for new college goers

Crash course: the complete guide for new college goers

With CAO offers out this week, it is essential that students know the key information and the range of supports available for the new academic year, writes Sarah McIntosh.

CAREERS 27 August 2025

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Limerick farmer wins Kinisla Milk Quality Award

The winner of the 2026 Kinisla Milk Quality and Sustainability Awards was announced at a ceremony in Limerick, on Tuesday.

Limerick farmer wins Kinisla Milk Quality Award

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