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Many of you reading this are involved in a sport or a creative activity such as music, art or drama. Can you imagine what your chances of success in these fields would be if you did not receive instruction on how to make changes and improvements to your performance?

Sports people, musicians, writers, and actors are constantly looking at ways to make their performance better. Success in any of these fields of activity rarely happens without making adjustments and changes to training if needed. Study is no different.

As a first step in training yourself to get better at studying, it is well worthwhile taking time out to look critically and honestly at the precise way you go about studying and rate your study performance as it now stands. Many companies also realise the importance of this approach in business.

The most successful companies and organisations spend a sizeable amount of their budget exploring ways that their workforce can be more efficient. This involves workers and managers working together and looking closely at how they go about their work. The improvement in 'work practice' that results brings benefits both to the business and to the staff.

Good Study Habits

The following habits are central to improving your study skills

1. Decide what to study (reasonable task) and how long or how many (chapters, pages, problems, etc.). Set and stick to deadlines.

2. Do difficult tasks first. To avoid procrastination, start off with an interesting aspect of the project.

3. Have special places to study. Take into consideration lighting, temperature, and availability of materials.

4. Study 50 minutes, and then take a 10 minute break. Stretch, relax, have an energy snack.

5. Allow longer, "massed" time periods for organising relationships and concepts, outlining and writing papers. Use shorter, "spaced" time intervals for rote memorisation, review, and self-testing. Use odd moments for recall / review.

6. If you get tired or bored, switch task / activity, subject or environment. Stop studying when you are no longer being productive.

7. Do rote memory tasks and review, especially details, just before you fall asleep.

8. Study with a friend. Quiz each other, compare notes and predict test questions.

Study Traps

Take Control. Make a list of all the things you have to do. Break your workload down into manageable chunks. Prioritise! Schedule your time realistically.

Preview. Survey your syllabus, reading material, and notes. Identify the most important topics emphasised, and areas still not understood. Organise and focus in on the main topics. Adapt this method to your own style and study material.

Get actively involved with the text as you read. Ask yourself, "What is important to remember about this section?" Take notes or underline key concepts. Discuss the material with others in your class. Study together. Stay on the offensive, especially with material that you don't find interesting, rather than reading passively and missing important points.

Elaborate. We remember best the things that are most meaningful to us. As you are reading, try to elaborate upon new information with your own examples. Try to integrate what you're studying with what you already know. You will be able to better remember new material if you can link it to something that's already meaningful to you.

Test yourself. Make up questions about key sections in notes or reading. Keep in mind what the lecturer has stressed in the course. Examine the relationships between concepts and sections. Often, simply by changing section headings you can generate many effective questions.

Organise. Information is recalled well if it is represented in an organised framework that will make retrieval more systematic. There are many techniques that can help you organise new information, including:

* Write chapter outlines or summaries; emphasise relationships between sections.
* Group information into categories or hierarchies, where possible.
* Information Mapping. Draw up a matrix to organise and interrelate material

Review. After reading a section, try to recall the information contained in it. Try answering the questions you made up for that section. If you cannot recall enough, re-read portions you had trouble remembering. The more time you spend studying, the more you tend to recall. Even after the point where information can be perfectly recalled, further study makes the material less likely to be forgotten entirely. In other words, you can't over-study. However, how you organise and integrate new information is still more important than how much time you spend studying.

Avoid Mental Exhaustion. Take short breaks often when studying. When you take a study break, and just before you go to sleep at night, don't think about study. Relax and unwind, mentally and physically.

Source: NUIM Study Skills Module

Leaving Cert Exam Tips

1. Get to know your exam timetable

Print off a copy of the exam timetable and highlight all of your exams. Some days you may have more than one exam or you may have several days between exams. This should help you prioritise your final days of study. Note the dates and start times to ensure that you don't miss an exam or arrive late.
2. Time Keeping
Time can be an enemy in exams for many candidates. Getting your time management under control will be key to doing well. It is a good idea to work out how much time you can afford to allocate to each question or section. Consider the weighting of marks given to each question and allocate the time accordingly. Try to stick as closely as possible to your timings. Even if you don't get the question finished - move on. The few extra marks you garner in finishing a question may be worth sacrificing to pick up many more marks going for a new question. Have a watch on the table to help you here.
3. Be strategic
Be Strategic about how you go about deciding what order to answer the questions in. They do not have to be done in chronological order. Read the exam paper in its entirety first. Select the questions that you will answer and then begin with your strongest area. This will give you confidence and get you off to a good start. Leave your least knowledgeable sections to last. Pay attention to the questions that have most marks and do not waste too much time on short questions. Pay attention to the action words in the question. If you are asked to ' List' then do exactly that, do not waste time with a paragraph. On the other hand, if you are asked to ' Explain' or 'Describe' then likewise, spend the time doing that as there will be more marks for these types of questions. Finally, try to avoid doing extra questions unless you have loads of extra time left over. Do your best with the required ones you have chosen and develop the answers as much as you can.
4. Ensure you have all the necessary equipment
Some essentials you should bring with you to the exam.

Comfortable writing pens: There will be lots of writing, so use your favourite kind and have a few of them.

Highlighters: Useful for highlighting keywords/quotes on the exam paper.

Pencil and colouring pencils: Useful for sketching diagrams required in some exams e.g. biology and geography.

Scientific Calculator: You may need this for a number of exams. Make sure it is permitted and don't forget to check the batteries.

Fresh masks: You may feel that you would like to change your mask if you have been wearing it for a while. Keep a couple of fresh ones nearby.

Have the right clothing: Try to wear comfortable clothing during the exam. The exam halls will also have to be well ventilated this year so make sure that you have enough layers in case it gets cold.

Water: Sipping water keeps you hydrated and maintains your concentration levels. Sipping water can also help to steady nerves. Try not to drink too much as you don't want to waste precious time going to the bathroom. A 500ml bottle is plenty.

Snack: Ideally you will have eaten well before your exam. If you haven't then a banana/some nuts or a cereal bar could help keep hunger away. Avoid any noise or distraction that might disturb the other candidates.

Watch: Your exam centre should have a clock, however, you may place your watch on the table to keep a closer eye on time. Smart watches are not permitted into your exam centre

5. The Night Before the Exam
Many students can be nervous and anxious the day before the exams start. However, these nerves tend to calm down significantly and students get into the swing of it once the exams are under way. A good night's sleep is very important to ensure your energy and focus levels are high. Rather than study right up until bedtime the night before, focus a little on relaxing yourself.

Finish your studying in the early evening and do something that will help you to wind down, relax and sleep better. Go for a walk, swim or cycle. Kick a ball around for an hour and get some fresh air. This will help you sleep better and is great preparation.

6. Prepare properly on the days of your Exams

Allow plenty of time to get ready and get to your exam centre. The hard work is done so it should just be about last minute looking over key words/notes/formulas.

Eat a decent breakfast, you will need the fuel to give you energy and help maintain your focus. Arrive to your exam centre in plenty of time to avoid being flustered at the start of your exam. Everyone is different when it comes to the time immediately before exams. Some students like the company of their friends, for others this can heighten anxiety. Be selfish here and do what is best for you. A walk in the fresh air alone or with a sole companion may be more beneficial.
7. Trust yourself. You've got this!
You have been working towards these exams for almost two years now and you have gained a lot of knowledge during that time. All of that time and effort will pay off. Give the exams your very best shot and show the examiner just how much you know about these subjects. Think positively and be confident!

Finally, one thing is for certain, The Leaving Certificate, although important, will not define your life. If things do not work out with your exams or you do not get into your first choice, do not worry as there are so many other pathways that will get you to where you want to go. In a couple of months this will all be behind you and you will be forging a new exciting path for yourself. You will look back and wonder what all the fuss was about!

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It is very important that you check your course choices immediately to ensure that they are absolutely correct. If you need to amend or add courses you may need to use the Change of Course Choices facility on the CAO website before 1st March at 17:15 (see below) or the Change of Mind facility before the 1st July at 17:15.

To make changes to your course choices (during the periods outlined below):

- log in via the 'My Application' facility and go to add/change course choices;

- introduce all of your courses on the 'New List' in your preferred order of preference, remembering to click 'Continue with course changes' to save the information; and,

- check the acknowledgement e-mail sent to the e-mail address you supplied when making your application. Make sure to check that your changes have been recorded completely and correctly.

For more information on the Change of Mind facility watch this short video resource: CAO Change of Mind Video Guide

Change of Mind - 5th May (12:00 noon) to 1st July (17:15)

At the beginning of May applicants will be able to register an online change of course choices, free of charge. If you change online an acknowledgement will be sent to the e-mail address you used at the application stage.

There is no fee for using the Change of Mind facility.

Making Changes:

- subject to the exceptions and restrictions mentioned below, you may change course choices (without fee) as often as you wish, up to 17:15 on the 1st July;

- if you submit a Change of Mind it cancels and supersedes all the previous course choices in any category in which changes are made. However, choices in the two categories (Level 8 and Level 7/6) are considered to be completely separate from each other for this purpose e.g. a change of Level 8 course choices will not affect Level 7/6 choices.

- if you do not wish to change the courses in one category, do not submit a change. Your original courses in that category will remain unchanged.

- do not mix courses from different categories (Level 8 and Level 7/6) and make sure to list all of your course choices for the particular category which you change.

- except for Restricted Application Courses/Restricted Categories of applicant (see page 3 of the CAO handbook and below), you may enter on the form courses which did not appear on your original application.

Watch the `CAO Change of Mind` video for a step-by-step guide to the process.

Restrictions:

Restricted courses

You may not enter on a Change of Mind any restricted courses.

Exception: you may be permitted to introduce a restricted course which shares the exact same assessment procedures with a course you had applied for by 1st February at 17:15 - you should consult with the relevant HEI before introducing such a course.

Mature applicants

Individual admitting HEIs may impose restrictions on Change of Mind for mature applicants. These are generally the same as for late applications. Mature applicants should make enquiries from individual Admissions Offices before introducing new course choices after 1st February.

Change of Mind notifications

If you make a change of mind you will receive an e-mail to confirm your new course choices. You can also log in to your account via the My Application facility to confirm that all of your details are recorded completely and correctly.

It is very important that your course choices should be absolutely correct. Therefore, if you are going to be absent at the time when the revised statement is due, you must arrange for someone to check that it arrives and, when it arrives, that the contents are correct and accurately reflect your wishes.

Errors and Omissions

Do not wait until August to notify us of errors or omissions as it will be too late to do anything about them at that stage.

Paper applicants

If you applied to CAO using a paper application form, and you have not yet logged in to your CAO account online, you can do so by going to 'My Application', click on the forgotten password link and follow the steps to obtain a password. You can then log in with your CAO application number, your date of birth and your new password to use the online Change of Mind facility.

Paper applicants will receive a Statement of Course Choices in the post by 15th of February. This statement will show the CAO application number as well as the course choices which have been recorded. If you need to make changes to your courses you can do so online via the My Application facility; alternatively, you may return this statement with the changes recorded by post to CAO to arrive by 1st March at 17:15. An Additional Processing Fee of €10 must be paid in the form of a Bank Draft or Postal Order.

Paper Change of Mind forms are available by request. Change of Mind Forms may not be submitted by fax.

Change of Mind (Exception to Timetable):
Exceptional Closing Date : 22nd July (17:15)

Subject to the exclusions below, and subject to the usual conditions for Change of Mind, if you are currently an undergraduate student in any year in any one of the HEIs (and entered that HEI through the CAO system), you may submit a Change of Mind, in paper form only, to arrive in CAO not later than 17:15 on 22nd July.

The Change of Mind Form must be stamped by the Admissions Office of the HEI where you are a student.

(If you did NOT enter your current course through the CAO system you must first contact the Admissions Office of the HEI to which you wish to apply. That Admissions Office will inform you whether you may submit a Change of Mind.)

Exclusions:

Such a Change of Mind may be made only for entry to a course (or courses) other than your existing course. If you wish to repeat the year in the same course, you must arrange this within your HEI and it is not a matter for application through CAO.

Mary Immaculate College Limerick, Trinity College Dublin, University of Limerick, Maynooth University, Marino Institute of Education and Galway Mayo Institute of Technology have special procedures in place in the case of current or previous students who wish to apply for entry to another course in the same HEI. Such applicants must contact their Admissions Office to determine the application procedure

However, if you are a student in another HEI and you wish to apply to any of the three HEIs in (b) above, you should submit your paper Change of Mind to CAO.

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A new course aimed at giving young people the skills to optimise their health and well-being has been launched by the Centre for Positive Psychology and Health at RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences.

Beginning on 4 October, this free 10-week online course will explore the principles of positive psychology and lifestyle medicine and cover a range of topics tailored to young people between 13 and 18 years old.

Sessions will include growth mindsets, whole person health, positive emotions and positive practices of motivation, exam management, regulating anxiety and time-management. It will also examine happiness throughout the life-cycle and share strategies aimed at fostering health and character strength in adolescence.
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The course will feature modules with clinicians, researchers and academics at the RCSI Centre for Positive Psychology and Health. In 2020, a pilot programme initiated by Dr Pádraic Dunne from the Centre, was conducted with transition year students from two Irish secondary schools: Athy College and Ard Scoil Na Trionaide, Athy, Kildare. Feedback from Joanne Parry, Guidance Counsellor and Assistant Principal at Athy College, and the students was used to develop this course.

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About the Centre for Positive Health and Psychology

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Dealing with stress | Advice for Young People | Jigsaw

Young people, in particular, have been heavily impacted. Missed opportunities due to social restrictions, job insecurity and uncertainty about the future have led to challenging situations.

Stress is one of those words we use so often it has almost lost its meaning. To gain a better understanding of how to deal with stress during a pandemic, this article covers:

For pre-historic or early humans, stress appeared in response to a serious danger or a threat, like meeting a tiger while hunting for food.

What is stress?

Stress is a signal that our body or mind gives us to let us know that something is not great and needs to be looked at.

For pre-historic or early humans, stress appeared in response to a serious danger or a threat, like meeting a tiger while hunting for food. Stress hormones like adrenaline and cortisol gave us the boost we needed to deal with the predator: either 'fight or flight'.

Our bodies still respond to a threat in the same way today, even though the tiger has been replaced by a maths exam or a row with our boyfriend/girlfriend. Stress can cause a physical reaction: our body gets tense and our heart rate speeds up.

When is stress good and when is it bad?

When young people come to Jigsaw with feelings of stress, we assure them that it's not possible to completely rid your life of it. But, it is possible to better manage, and reduce your stress levels.

Stress is your body trying to tell you something so learning to listen to it is a good start:

Stress isn't always a bad thing. In fact a little bit of stress can be helpful. The caveman can run away from the tiger, and you get the energy boost to tackle two hours of trigonometry questions.

But too much stress can also cause us to freeze; the caveman pretends to be dead when he meets that tiger because he can't out-run it. For you, there's a big exam in a few days and all you can do is stare at the cover of your books. You're frozen in indecision because you don't know where to start, so to briefly get away from the stress you look at YouTube instead.

Stress rarely appears alone. You might also be feeling down, anxious, angry, irritable, overwhelmed or overloaded. Stress can interfere with our sleep and leave us lacking motivation and make it difficult to concentrate.

What causes stress

If we can't identify what's stressing us out, then we don't feel able to change anything.

It's rare we are stressed about just one thing. It's usually a combination of things at the one time that are difficult to manage, such as:

Exams or pressure from teachers or our parents/guardians

Arguments at home or a chaotic house

Worries or stress about friends or friendship groups.

Stress can build up and affect our body and mind. Your thoughts become 'I can't manage what is being asked of me'.

Discover what is really bothering you

Getting in tune with yourself is the first and essential step to dealing with stress.

Think of stress as an alert telling you that there are some parts of your life that might need changing. To defuse this alert, you'll need to work out what's triggering it. This sounds simple, but often we are unaware (or afraid to admit) how much a relationship, job, person, or lifestyle is stressing us.

If what's bothering you is the change in lifestyle due to Covid restrictions, remind yourself that although it is tough, it will pass.

Be your own stress detective

You might notice you get stressed doing college work from home. Many of us are in situations where our families are spending large amounts of time working or studying at home. Even if we usually get on well, being forced to spend most of our time with our family can lead to increased strain.

If it's a family member you are finding difficult, ask yourself why you are so affected by them. It's important to set and keep boundaries for ourselves, as a way of protecting ourselves from being hurt by others.

If you are struggling to stay motivated during these most times, goal setting can be useful to give us a sense of direction.

When you feel overwhelmed

You may feel overwhelmed and are convinced that everything is stressing you out. If this sounds familiar, get yourself a special notebook and record everything you do throughout the day. Next to the action you took, write down how stressed you feel on a rating of one to 10.

Patterns will emerge after a few days. You might discover that deadlines or exams always set you off, or dealing with a certain person, or on weeks where you have no day off between work and study.

These are challenging times and none of us has experienced a situation like this before. If you're feeling overwhelmed due to changes in circumstance, be kind to yourself. It's OK to not be OK.

There are countless ways to unwind your body and mind; find out what works for you and schedule it into your week.

Tips for dealing with stress

Talk it out

Saying out loud how you're feeling to someone else can make a huge difference. This could be with a friend, parent, counsellor or teacher. They don't have to have all the answers (in fact, they probably won't), but talking about what's stressing you will help you find your own solutions.

You might also like to come on to our Jigsaw Live Chat , where you can talk to the Jigsaw Online team via webchat about what is going on for you and different ways to manage it.

Write it all down

This might seem daunting, but your problems will seem a lot less overwhelming when they're all out on the page. You can keep a journal, or burn the pages afterwards if you really want to.

Break things down into manageable chunks

Maybe your room has been in a mess for months and it just seems too much to manage. If you get a to-do list and write 'clean room', it'll be too daunting to even start. Instead, start with something manageable, like 'do washing', or 'de-clutter desk'.

Achieving a simple task (and ticking it off the to-do list) gives us a little boost. This often reduces our stress and motivates us to tackle another manageable task. Before we know it, what once seemed like a task too big to start, is done.

Watch that inner voice

Notice how you talk to yourself. Make sure you're not being overly critical, which will make you more stressed.

Find time - and ways - to relax

There are countless ways to unwind your body and mind; find out what works for you and schedule it into your week. It could be running, flicking through a magazine, deep breathing, or colouring books. No matter how busy we are, we all need downtime.

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Upcoming FREE Webinars:

A series of FREE webinars will be available for the next academic year 2020/2021 for parents, students and Guidance Counsellors. The topics will be on general career guidance topics + Careers in.....Series - a total of 32 talks and will provide presentations from the host and relevant guest speakers. Full schedule can be viewed below. These are scheduled for Monday lunchtime at 12.30 to run for an hour. Registration will go live the week prior to the talk. Registration will be FREE but you will be required to book your place. A link to the online event will be sent to you, once you register. A recording will be available for a set period of time after the talk to allow for parents/students or Guidance counsellors who maybe unavailable at that time, so no one need miss out. (paid subscription will allow for unlimited access). Questions can be sent in advance to ensure all queries are answered.

These webinars will be offered via Zoom download on this link for free. Registration Button will come live a week prior to the webinar. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about how to login

Next Webinar: Careers in Counselling, Social Care & Religion -11th in our series
Registration: Careers in Counselling, Social Care & Religion January 25th 2021
Recording of Careers in Education
Careers in Education

0-23 minutes :Julie O'Connor Synergy Careers on who is best suited, career options, course options from apprenticeship route/PLC/I.T./Universities and requirements

23-38 minutes: Sean Kelly St. Angelas College

39-55 minutes: Dr. Patrick Cosgrave MIC

55-67 mintes: Panel of students and graduates from PE Teaching + Irish, Business & Irish MIC, Home Economics & Religion St Angelas NUIG, 3rd level/adult training

Recording of Back Up Plans to Your 1st Choice

0-20 minutes : Julie O'Connor, Synergy Careers looking at all options from apprenticeship, PLC, Level 6/7 and progression via postgraduate studies to your chosen prefession

20-40 minutes : Sean Kelly, St. Angela's College NUIG, Sligo

40-60 minutes : Fiona Kelly, LYIT, Letterkenny

60-70 minutes : Caoimhe Earls, 2nd year in Primary Education, studying in NHL Stenden, Netherlands

Recording of Careers in Psychology and Law

Recording of Studying Abroad

0-15mins Synergy Careers

15-35 mins Conan Meehan Ulster University

35-55mins Guy Flouch Eunicas

Recording Of Careers in Humanities, why study an Arts Degree

Recording of Careers in Sports and Sports Scholarships

0-20 mins approx : Julie O'Connor, Synergy Careers, on who is best suited, career options, course options from apprenticeship route/PLC/I.T./Universities and requirements

20-32 mins :Dr. Stephen Ryan, Academic Registry UL, on 3 key courses offered in UL, scholarships and facilities

32 - 45 mins: Feargal O'Callaghan, professional and graduate of Sports and Exercise Science UL, working in NUIG with Elite athletes - great tips and advice and interesting career path

45-60mins : Michael Fennelly, LIT Thurles campus talks about the variety of courses offered and facilities

60- 75mins : Kelvin Harold, LIT Limerick campus, talked about course options, scholarships and facilities

All giving a great insight into employment opportunities and key employers.

Recording of Careers in Art & Design and Architecture

0-22 mins approx : Julie O'Connor, Synergy Careers, on who is best suited, career options, course options from apprenticeship route/PLC/I.T./Universities and requirements

@22-37 mins approx : Dr Stephen Ryan, Academic Registry Office UL

@39-53 mins approx : John Montayne, Senior Lecture @ IADT Dun Loaighaire

@54-74 mins approx : Sharon Le Gear, LSAD/LIT

@74 mins- Architect, Séamus Bairáid, qualified from Architecture in UL

0-25 mins approx : Julie O'Connor, Synergy Careers, on who is best suited, career options, course options from apprenticeship route/PLC/I.T./Universities and requirements

25-25 mins approx : Hugh Garrett, Civil Engineer, talking about hi path into engineering and what his work, day-to-day, entails

35-50 mins approx : Peadar Henehan, Department of Engineeering LIT

50-65 mins approx : Dr Stephen Ryan, Academic Registry Office UL

Recording of CAO Application and HPAT

0-45 minutes : Julie O'Connor of Synergy Careers talking through CAO application procedure, dates, costs, offers and what to research.

45-60 minutes: Mona Wise SLO, GMIT talks through the courses and various levels offered in GMIT and how you can progress to Level 8 and more

60-75 minutes : Eddie Nealon, Career Services

Recording of Careers in Science
The Careers in.... Series aims to inform those joining in, of the variety of course options to suit different academic abilities, aptitudes and interests. We aim to give an insight into subject/grade requirements, key skills and qualities suited, job prospects, course content and more.
You will get insight from careers guidance perspective along with college/course options to suit all levels, professional body insight and hear from someone working in the industry.

Recording of Careers in Healthcare

Recording of Goal Setting, Study Skills and Exam Technique

To approx 25 minutes - Synergy Careers referring to goal setting, useful tools, tips on notetaking and time management looking at helpful apps

25-40 mins approx - Studyclix Eimear Dinneen, Operations Manager talks us through key study tips and navigates through study clix and what it offers

40-55mins The Maths Tutor, Eamonn Toland the co-founder talks us through exam techniques, and offered an excellent resources for students to avail of that attended the webinar

Recording for Careers in Business & Administration

Recording for Careers in Accounting and Finance

The first of our Careers in ......Series starts with looking at careers in accounting, actuary, finance. Giving tips on variety of courses, combinations to consider, requirements, professional bodies (along with their requirements) and key skills/qualities/aptitudes that typically suit this career area.

Recording for Sept 14th Preparatison for Open Days/Career Events

With this new world of online and virtual offerings from colleges and careers sectors, it is important that we get familiar to how best navigate from our desktops or when in class with senior cycle students. I was be joined by NUIG, to guide us on this virtual journey through college campuses and what they offer. With key tips on how to make the most of the event and resources provided from Careers News, Qualifax and My Future Choice.

Timing: Introduction approx 20 minutes by Synergy Careers

Video - 2 minutes on NUIG

NUIG Powerpoint - 23-42mninutes

Conclusion with resources and links and social media link addresses

Friday 11th for LC 2020 Students - Results, Offers and Starting College

This webinar is aimed at providing information and support to this years Leaving Certificate Students on Offers Day. If you have any questions based on the offer you received, or subsequent offers that may come your way, alternative options, appeals or starting college. I will be joined by school liaison officers from NUIG, LYOT, MIC, SCHM and more

Timing: Synergy Careers presentation on offer dates/deadlines, appeals, LC November 2020 and alternative options 0-17mins

Joanne Hanrahan on staying calm and choose wisely 17-22mins

LYIT SLO Fiona Kelly - Options, available places, progression routes and virtual events 22-33

NUIG SLO Caroine Duggan - deferral process, offers + 33-43

MIC SLO Patrick Cosgrave - options, offers, accommodation, blended learning and back up to primary teaching 43-52mins

SCHM SLO Sarah O'Mahony - Amount of on campus learning, pod system + 52-58mins

Recording of Sept 7th Career Planning & Research

Here is an outline of topics covered in this webinar, speakers and timing
Schedule of General Career Guidance Topics
There will be a variety of speakers at each webinar. I will be hosting and giving a general introduction/overview to each topic; guest speakers from 3rd level, industry and other relevant organisations will join me to give more indepth details. There will be a maximum of 6 speakers per session, including the host. If more than 5 colleges/relevant speakers are interested and wish to book, the webinar will be scheduled at lunchtime on other lunchtimes @ 12.30 on the same week.

Testimonial from: Fiona Kelly, LYIT Schools Engagement & RPL Officer

Julie O'Connor, Synergy Careers hosted a series of themed weekly events in May 2020. These events provided Letterkenny Institute of Technology(LYIT) with an opportunity to promote our CAO and Postgraduate/Masters programmes, discuss our scholarships and provide students with details about student life on campus at LYIT. These webinars also provided LYIT with the opportunity to participate in discussions with colleagues from other universities and colleges about the broad range of third-level issues that impact Parents, Teachers, Guidance Counsellors and Prospective Students. The webinars were informative, well-organised and efficiently co-ordinated. Julie has provided a 'one-stop' advice platform that supports students, parents and educators to make informed decisions about their third-level choices.
Check out Reviews page for more feedback by attendees and guest speakers

Survey Results

Q: Would you recommend these webinars hosted by Synergy Careers to Parents/Students/Guidance Counsellors?
Full Timetable of ALL Talks in our Careers Webinar Series Careers in....... Series of Webinars
Careers in..... Series of webinars : These will be scheduled throughout the year as luchtime talks on Mondays. Registration will come live a week prior to the talk. Registration will be required to access link. A recording will be available for a set period of time after the talk to allow for parents/students or Guidance counsellors who maybe unavailable at that time. Questions can be sent in advance to ensure all queries are answered.
(paid subscription will allow for unlimited access)
On site or online talks for school communities: suitable for parent evenings, recordings of webinars can be sent to the school/organisation after to allow those who could not attend access
Option A - Choosing the best career for senior cycle students and parents

Option B - CAO, college application for 6 th year parents

Option C - Goal setting & Study skills - geared towards exam students and parents

Option D - Exam Technique - geared towards exam students and parents

Option E - Subject Choice and career decisions - for students entering senior cycle and parents
Schools, Parent Groups or organisations who wish to book these workshops click here Workshops/topics of interest but not listed, contact me and we can look at creating an option. Online Career Guidance Classes
Online curriculum will be available for senior cycle students, topics and schedule tbc. These will provide more in-depth career guidance on topics such as career awareness and research; study skills/goal setting; college application: what is needed; Subject choice - what you need to know. If you are interested in online classes please send your query using the button below.

Term Schedule:

Due to COVID-19, students all over Ireland have missed out on valuable career guidance. Synergy Careers wishes to offer students a chance to explore their strenghts, interests, values and much more via an online group setting using online career guidance tools from the comfort of their own home. We offer classes to all senior cycle students.

A student can do as many or as few lessons as they need. The lessons will be transmitted through Zoom.

Previous webinar: May 2020

1. On Thursday May 7th at 7.30pm a webinar on Change of mind advice clinic.

I was joined by Dr Patrick Cosgrave from MIC, Caroline Duggan from NUIG, Laura Moloney from UL, Sarah O'Mahony from SCHM, Fiona Kelly LYIT, Brian Comerford from Classroom Guidance and Joanne Hanrahan Psychotherapist and Guidance Counsellor so far. A very comprehensive presentation was given by all providing great tips, do's/don'ts and looking at options within your CAO application.

2 On Thursday May 14 th Back-up plans to your first choice. The webinar was on PLC's and QQI progression to 3 rd level, alternative options to 3rd level, PLC route, the ladder system of progression in I.T.'s, postgraduate conversion option to courses of high points, and European options (EUNICAS) .
I was joined by Caroline Duggan NUIG, Fiona Kelly LYIT, Rose Doyle LCFE, Laura Moloney from undergrad admissions UL, Joachim Barnett from Postgrad admissions UL, Sarah O'Mahony from SCHM with 2 students, Brian Comerford from Classroom Guidance and Guy Flouch from EUNICAS. The aim is to ensure that Leaving Certificate students are aware of all oppotunities to furthering their education and future career aspirations, especially if they feel they may fall short of what is needed for their first choice. 53% of students in 2019 got their 1st preference, so back-up options are very important. I gave a brief presentation on alternative options with each guest speaker giving key information and advice with Q&A throughout.

3. On Thursday May 21 st the theme will be finance, funding, scholarships, expenses and budgeting. The topic included finance/SUSI grants, funding, via bursaries & scholarships, accommodation, expenses and budgeting. It gives a very detailed insight into funding and financial supports available to students to help reduce the financial burden and also some excellent budget tips. Guest speakers involved were Dr Patrick Cosgrave from MIC, Caroline Duggan from NUIG, Fiona Kelly LYIT, Laura Moloney UL, Sarah O'Mahony SCHM, Brian Comerford (Classroom Guidance) and Guy Flouch EUNICAS.

4. On Thursday May 28 th the theme was transition to college.
This seminar looked at the transition to college, supports that are in place, advice and guidance to ensure you hit the ground running, settle in quickly and effectively. How best to engage with your lectures, labs, assessments, research and extra curricular, especially with present pandemic. Guest speakers included Brian Comerford, Classroom Guidance,focused on tips for best transtion to college, Julie O'Connor Synergy Careers focused on tips for notetaking, along with the following college representatives; Dr. John McGinnity Maynooth University, Caroline Duggan NUIGalway, Sarah O'Mahoney SCHM, Dr. Patrick Cosgrave MIC, Fiona Kelly LYIT, and Stephen Ryan UL.

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I'm thinking of studying an undergraduate course in a UK university in September 2021. Following Brexit, I'm having difficulty establishing what fees I'll have to pay. Could you clarify what the situation is for Irish students?
Since Brexit, most European Union citizens choosing to study in a UK or Northern Ireland university will be liable for international fees.

However, according to the official Ucas website, this will not apply to Irish nationals living in the UK and Ireland whose right to study and to access benefits and services will be preserved on a reciprocal basis under the Common Travel Area arrangement.

Irish students, therefore, who apply for and secure a place in a UK university in England will continue to pay £9,250, as they have been doing for many years as EU students.

Irish students who choose a course in a Welsh university will pay up to a maximum of £9,000, which is twice what they have been paying up to 2020 on most programmes

Most Irish students were exempted from this fee until 2016 as they were studying in medical or paramedical courses, whose fees were covered by the UK's National Health Service.

This subsidy was abolished by the UK government in 2016 and the numbers of Irish students studying in English universities has since plummeted .

Following Britain's exit from the EU, those selecting a programme in a Scottish university will now also be liable for this £9,250 charge. This will come as a shock to the 500-700 students a year from the Republic who have enjoyed free fees in Scotland for many years under the EU regulations, which set fees within Scottish universities based on the fees charged in their own country for EU students.

Due to the fact that third-level fees were abolished in Ireland in the 1990s, prior to Brexit Irish students in Scotland enjoyed free fees as per home-country rule. For those parents who pay €3,000 annually to Irish universities, and may be surprised that your children don't pay fees, you are paying a "registration charge", which is of course a fee under another name.

Irish students who choose a course in a Welsh university will pay up to a maximum of £9,000, which is twice what they have been paying up to 2020 on most programmes.

There has always been a strong flow of Republic of Ireland students from border counties to universities in Northern Ireland. Fees for students from the Republic securing places in Northern Ireland in 2021 will be £4,395.

Republic of Ireland students who are eligible for a student grant under Susi regulations are entitled to use that funding when registered to study in a university within the UK or Northern Ireland under the Ucas application process.

Remember: the closing date for applications through Ucas is traditionally 15th January but has been extended to 6pm on January 29th, 2021, due to the disruptive effect of Covid-19.
Email queries to askbrian@irishtimes.com

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I'm thinking of studying an undergraduate course in a UK university in September 2021. Following Brexit, I'm having difficulty establishing what fees I'll have to pay. Could you clarify what the situation is for Irish students? Since Brexit, most European Union citizens choosing to study in a UK or Northern Ireland university will be liable for international fees.

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We are delighted to host a live online event to explore different roles and career paths in the area of mental health on Wednesday, 20 January.

Taking place from 7.30pm, this event is particularly suitable for Transition Year and second-level students who are studying towards the Leaving Certificate and considering their options for further education or future career opportunities. The event may also be of interest to parents and teachers who are supporting these students.

A number of speakers from diverse departments and functions within St Patrick's Mental Health Services will speak at the event, explaining the work they do and giving insight into the various ways to enter their different fields. Staff working in the disciplines of pharmacy, psychology, nursing, social work, and psychiatry will take part.

Registration is free but essential.

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LGBT Ireland welcomes the published report into the lived experiences of LGBTI+ people living in International Protection accommodation. This report will support positive changes and the implementation of measures to ensure members of the LGBTI+ community in the...

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LGBT Ireland today released its Annual Report for 2022. 2022 was a very difficult year for the LGBTQI+ community both in Ireland and around the world. Rising levels of anti-LGBTQI+ hate crimes saw 2022 recorded as the most violent year for members of the LGBTQI+...

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LGBT Ireland Supporting, Educating and Connecting to enhance LGBT+ lives. We're here to support Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender people.

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Young people's Health in mind

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We offer a listening ear, and give expert advice and support, online and in person, to young people across Ireland, aged 12 - 25 years-old.

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Samaritans is a charity registered in England and Wales (219432) and in Scotland (SC040604) and incorporated in England and Wales as a company limited by guarantee (757372). Samaritans Ireland is a charity registered in the Republic of Ireland (20033668) and incorporated in the Republic of Ireland as a company limited by guarantee (450409).

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HSE Drugs & Alcohol Helpline
This confidential service has both a freephone Helpline (1800 459 459) and an email support service ( helpline@hse.ie).

The HSE Drugs & Alcohol Helpline provides support, information, guidance and referral to anyone with a question or concern related to drug and alcohol use and/or HIV and sexual health. The service is non-judgemental and offers space to talk about your situation, to explore some options and to consider your needs. During calls/ emails, staff refer to a database of over 400 services nationwide.

Opening hours are Monday to Friday, 9.30am and 5.30pm.

If you have any questions about our service, feel free to get in touch.

The Helpline is a member of the European Foundation of Drug Helplines (FESAT) and Telephone Helplines Association (UK).

For more information visit www.hse.ie/go/drugshivhelpline or www.facebook.com/drugsalcoholandhivhelpline

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HSE Drugs & Alcohol Helpline This confidential service has both a freephone Helpline (1800 459 459) and an email support service ( helpline@hse.ie). The HSE Drugs & Alcohol Helpline provides support, information, guidance and referral to anyone with a question or concern related to drug and alcohol use and/or HIV and sexual health.

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The ISPCC operates Teenline, a national active listening service for children and young people up to the age of 18 in Ireland.

Teenline can be contacted 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, by calling 1800 833 634.

The service is free to contact and is confidential, non-directive and non-judgmental.

Teenline was founded in 2005 by Maureen Bolger, following the death of her son Darren (aged 16) by suicide.

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The ISPCC operates Teenline, a national active listening service for children and young people up to the age of 18 in Ireland. Teenline can be contacted 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, by calling 1800 833 634. The service is free to contact and is confidential, non-directive and non-judgmental.

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SpunOut.ie is Ireland's youth information website created by young people, for young people.

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Guide to a Good Night's Sleep A healthy sleep routine can be a big difference to how we feel and has great benefits to our physical and mental health. Whether you've had sleeping problems before Covid-19, or if they've only come on recently, there are clear action steps that you can take to improve your sleep and boost your health and your mood.

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We are pleased to offer parents and guardians a chance to join us on zoom to learn more about Rainbows

The session aims to tell you about the Rainbows programmes, how they work and how they can support your son/daughter in advance of your son or daughter attending or perhaps they have already attended or you may be thinking about enrolling them . The session will help you make an informed decision.

Rainbows is 35 years in Ireland. We have learnt a lot from children and young people and what their concerns and worries can be. The focus of every session is on children/young people and is not on adult issues. It explores how children of different ages and stages of development can be affected by what has happened, highlighting what is normal and how attending the programme can help.

It is an informal welcoming space to listen - no pressure to speak - questions can be asked at any time.

Many parents and guardians have attended to date and have indicated how helpful it has been.

Feedback from these sessions in 2021-2022 was really positive - we hope to build on our support for parents going forward.

It's great for children to see that they are not alone & there are lots of other children in the same position.

Thank you so much, incredibly valuable and supportive

Absolutely amazing session. Empathy, professionalism from start to finish.

I felt very alone and so drowning in it all. I'm feeling better and know I am not alone. Thank you for everything.

Finding out that my kids behaviour is quite normal

Being able to share and chat with parents going through the separation was v helpful also

Ideas of what to do when kids are emotional or struggling was good to learn

We very much look forward to welcoming you on zoom.

Please boil the kettle, bring your cuppa and log in to meet Anne from Rainbows who will deliver the sessions
Dates for "Introduction for Parents/Guardians to the Rainbows Ireland Separation Programmes" Dates for "Introduction for Parents/Guardians to the Rainbows Ireland Bereavement Programme"

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Pieta | Preventing Suicide and Self-Harm since 2006

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The Little Things campaign focuses on the little things that we can all do to protect our own mental health, and support the people we care about.

Familiar faces

In 2018, we asked some familiar faces to share their very own "6 Little Things" for minding their mental health.

Watch Riyadh Khalaf, Cliona O'Connor, Stephen Byrne, Aisling Thompson, Éanna Walsh and Mike Sheridan share their tips:

What are the simple things that you do every day? #6LittleThings

Little things that can make a big difference

Keeping active

Being active every day, something as simple as a walk is proven to have a positive impact on your mood.

Talking about your problems

Problems feel smaller when they are shared with others. They don't always have to be solved - just talking about it will do you good.

Looking out for others

Lending an ear to someone else in trouble, or catching up with someone who seems distant, can change their day, or their lives. Again, you don't have to fix anything for them - just listening is a huge help.

Doing things with others

Taking part in a group activity that you enjoy is proven to have a positive impact on how you feel, be it a game of football, joining a choir, volunteering.

Eating healthily

A regular healthy, balanced and nutritious diet will help both your physical, but also your mental health, and have a positive impact on how you feel.

Staying in touch

Catching up with friends and family is good for our mental health, reminding us that we're part of a community, and having a positive impact on how we feel.

Drinking less alcohol

For the average Irish drinker, reducing alcohol will have a positive impact on their health and mental wellbeing, making it easier to cope with day to day difficulties and stresses.

Sleeping well

Getting a good night's sleep of 7 or 8 hours, as often as you can, will have a positive impact on how you feel. Protect your sleep if you can, it will do you good.

Stories

Download Little Things posters

We designed some posters to remind us of the little things that make a big difference to how we feel.

Share them with friends and family, or download them to remind you that it's the little things that can help lift your mood.
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The Little Things campaign focuses on the little things that we can all do to protect our own mental health, and support the people we care about. In 2018, we asked some familiar faces to share their very own "6 Little Things" for minding their mental health.

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Zeminar Presents Harry Barry | Banish Panic Attacks for Life

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WIMS School Supports Our new 'WIMS School Supports' series provides sets of presentations and lesson plans designed for teachers to use in the classroom to support students with transitioning back to school under the unusual and challenging circumstances of 2020.

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Happify: Science-Based Activities and Games

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Build skills for lasting happiness: Happify turns the latest innovations in positive psychology, CBT, and mindfulness into activities and games that help you lead a more fulfilling life.

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20 Minute Guided Meditation for Reducing Anxiety and Stress--Clear the Clutter to Calm Down

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The Keys to Happier Living Toolkit is an engaging, accessible and evidence-based programme to promote the emotional wellbeing and resilience of children aged 5-11
There are two versions of the Toolkit, one for ages 5-7 and the other for ages 7-11. You can use the form below to find out more and access the online ordering system.

Both versions are based on the Action for Happiness Ten Keys to Happier Living framework and have been piloted in primary schools with appropriate age groups. Qualitative feedback was very positive and quantiative analysis showed significant improvements in wellbeing and other areas. The toolkit for ages 7-11 was also previously awarded the PSHE Association Quality Mark.

The Toolkits are available to order online and cost £80 each for unlimited access to all resources for a full academic year. They consist of a set of downloadable digital resources which can be used/printed by the school as needed:

Toolkit for Teachers: full teaching materials covering an initial assembly and 11 subsequent lessons, with ideas for ongoing reinforcement

Journal for Children: each child receives their own journal to help embed learning

Journal for Adults: to help staff embed the ideas in their own lives too

Information Leaflet: for Parents and Carers about the Keys to Happier Living

Extensive supporting resources available to download

An Information Leaflet with some general activities has also been developed for teachers to introduce younger children (ages 4-5) to the GREAT DREAM framework. This is included in the downloadable resources for the Toolkit ages 5-7.

"A fantastic toolkit which has been shown to bring considerable benefits. Teachers will especially appreciate the huge array of ideas and creative resources. This program fills a vitally important gap in our schools and I highly recommend it" ~ Sir Anthony Seldon

"I strongly believe that the earlier we teach children how to look after themselves and others, the happier and more successful they will become, and this Toolkit provides the resources to do just that. Highly recommended!" Adrian Bethune (Toolkit 5-7)

"Provides a wide variety of stimulating and creative ideas for developing skills that support happier living and wellbeing in the lives of pupils and parents/carers" ~ PSHE Association (Toolkit 7-11)

The toolkit has been developed by Peter Harper and Val Payne along with Shannon Thorne and Tamarin Butcher for KS1 and with support from Action for Happiness.
Add your details below to find out more: Feedback about the toolkit

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Also known as FET Level 5 & 6 Courses, PLCs are full-time courses, usually running for one year, awarding Level 5 or 6 qualifications on the NFQ. Whether you want to prepare for a specific career or find pathways to reach your potential through higher education, you can find an option that's right for you.

www.fetchcourses.ie

A work based structured education and training programme which combines and alternates learning in the workplace with learning in an education or training centre. An apprenticeship begins with a contract of employment with an approved employer.
www.apprenticeship.ie

Traineeships typically take from 6-20 months full-time to complete. They provide occupation-specific training and integrate formal classroom training and workplace coaching with a host employer. Courses facilitate those entering the labour market for the first time and persons wishing to up-date or acquire new skills.
traineeship.ie

Youthreach is a full-time programme, usually over two years, for young people, aged 15 to 20, who left school early and are not are not working. It leads to awards typically at levels 3 and 4 on the NFQ. Learners are supported in setting individual learning plans aimed at increasing their self-esteem, skills and knowledge and ability to get a job.

Part-time evening courses, typically of 30 hours over 10 weeks, provide short up-skilling modules for both unemployed and employed persons. Examples of courses include Interior Design, Computer Aided Design, Supervisory Management, and Start Your Own Business.

The Back to Education Initiative provides part-time Further Education programmes for young people and adults. It aims to give participants an opportunity to combine a return to learning with family, work and other responsibilities. Programmes are on a flexible part-time basis with classes offered in the morning, afternoons, evenings or weekends.

Upskilling and reskilling opportunities for employees in jobs undergoing change and to those currently employed in vulnerable sectors.
www.skillstoadvance.ie

Upskill or reskill online whenever and wherever suits you. Online training courses in business, project management, information technology, graphic design, web design, software development and basic computer literacy.
www.ecollege.ie/

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FET is for anyone who is over 16 who wants to learn new skills or enhance existing skills to get the right job, progress to third-level or to support the achievement of personal goals.

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Also known as FET Level 5 & 6 Courses, PLCs are full-time courses, usually running for one year, awarding Level 5 or 6 qualifications on the NFQ. Whether you want to prepare for a specific career or find pathways to reach your potential through higher education, you can find an option that's right for you.

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We stand out - and we like it

We stand out - and we like it. IADT is alive with ideas, innovation and entrepreneurial activity. We're here to provide the first steps for the next generation of cultural shapers, makers and creators. We hope you'll decide that IADT is the perfect place for your third level adventure. Explore what's on offer below.

Get an insight into our exciting range of award-winning, undergraduate courses with these short introductory videos from our students.

Watch our recent graduate showreel to get a flavour of the amazing work you could be doing at IADT. Students of our internationally acclaimed Animation degree learn the key creative, conceptual and strategic skills needed to become professional animation production artists.

Graduate StoryOla Majekodunmi

Ola Majekodunmi studied BA (Hons) English, Media + Cultural Studies before going on to study the MA in Broadcast Production at the National Film School. We asked her about her time at IADT and what she felt her two courses offered her in preparation for the working world of industry.

New Courses Level 8 Degree Courses

Interaction + User Experience Design
Digital Marketing
Business Management
English + Equality Studies
Find out more

Graduate sucessIreland's entry for Oscars 2020

Co-directed by National Film School graduate Garry Keane and edited by graduate Mick Mahon, the documentary, GAZA, has been selected by IFTA as Ireland's entry for the Oscars' Best International Feature Film category.
Find out more

Accenture LeaderBébhínn Sheridan
of Tomorrow

Congratulations to Bébhínn Sheridan whose start up idea Compensave, a savings app designed to making saving fun, was the winner of the top Accenture Leaders of Tomorrow accelerator prize.

Art + Design

We make things happen - creating artefacts and experiences through a diverse range of courses and practices.

Business

Innovation is at the heart of all of our courses offering a unique approach that means students gain skills that transfer across a range of careers.

Humanities

Storytellers and creators, together we work beyond the limit of our disciplines exploring new opportunities and embracing emergent practices.

Film + Media

The world is full of stories, and you'll learn the creative and technical skills to tell them at the National Film School.

Technology

Learn how to develop highly sought skills while tapping into your creativity, imagination and technology interests.

Psychology

Study the mind, human behaviour and how technology affects us through this practical and innovative course.

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We stand out - and we like it

We stand out - and we like it. IADT is alive with ideas, innovation and entrepreneurial activity. We're here to provide the first steps for the next generation of cultural shapers, makers and creators. We hope you'll decide that IADT is the perfect place for your third level adventure. Explore what's on offer below.

Get an insight into our exciting range of award-winning, undergraduate courses with these short introductory videos from our students.

Watch our recent graduate showreel to get a flavour of the amazing work you could be doing at IADT. Students of our internationally acclaimed Animation degree learn the key creative, conceptual and strategic skills needed to become professional animation production artists.

Graduate StoryOla Majekodunmi

Ola Majekodunmi studied BA (Hons) English, Media + Cultural Studies before going on to study the MA in Broadcast Production at the National Film School. We asked her about her time at IADT and what she felt her two courses offered her in preparation for the working world of industry.

New Courses Level 8 Degree Courses

Interaction + User Experience Design
Digital Marketing
Business Management
English + Equality Studies
Find out more

Graduate sucessIreland's entry for Oscars 2020

Co-directed by National Film School graduate Garry Keane and edited by graduate Mick Mahon, the documentary, GAZA, has been selected by IFTA as Ireland's entry for the Oscars' Best International Feature Film category.
Find out more

Accenture LeaderBébhínn Sheridan
of Tomorrow

Congratulations to Bébhínn Sheridan whose start up idea Compensave, a savings app designed to making saving fun, was the winner of the top Accenture Leaders of Tomorrow accelerator prize.

Art + Design

We make things happen - creating artefacts and experiences through a diverse range of courses and practices.

Business

Innovation is at the heart of all of our courses offering a unique approach that means students gain skills that transfer across a range of careers.

Humanities

Storytellers and creators, together we work beyond the limit of our disciplines exploring new opportunities and embracing emergent practices.

Film + Media

The world is full of stories, and you'll learn the creative and technical skills to tell them at the National Film School.

Technology

Learn how to develop highly sought skills while tapping into your creativity, imagination and technology interests.

Psychology

Study the mind, human behaviour and how technology affects us through this practical and innovative course.

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The Central Applications Office (CAO) processes applications for undergraduate courses in Irish Higher Education Institutions.

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Submission deadline for UCD Veterinary Medicine Practical Experience

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What is the requirement for DN300?

Applicants for 2020 must have at least 60 hours practical experience relevant to animal handling. This must include experience with at least two of the following four animal categories:

Animal categories will only be considered if you have a minimum of 5 hours experience. The practical experience must have been undertaken between 1 February 2017 and 31 July 2020 and all details must be submitted by 31 July 2020 to be taken in to consideration. (Please note normal closing date is early July - extended in 2020 due to Covid 19. Will revert to early July in 2021).

Here are some examples of the types of experience and whether they fit the criteria.

Why was this introduced?

This initiative is to encourage prospective applicants to learn about the profession before applying to the programme. It should increase applicant awareness of what the career entails and cement their determination to follow this path. The requirement for practical experience does not in any circumstance involve ranking of applicants.

What do I need to do?

Complete your practical experience which you can do prior to applying.

For each experience complete the Practical Experience Document and get it signed by the person responsible for supervising you.
A .pdf version of Practical Experience Document is also available.

Keep your exerience documents safely as you will need to upload them when you're completing the online form.

The responsible person will be the owner or manager of the animal premises where you worked. UCD School of Veterinary Medicine will be contacting this person to verify the information you have provided.

If you uploaded work experience previously please see last question of faqs

Apply via CAO for DN300 no later than 1 May 2020 (or by change of mind up to 1 July).

From late January, as we receive your application in UCD, we will email you. You can then complete the Online Form. (please note for applicants who make a late application, emails will not be sent until May. For those who entered DN300 using Change of Mind, emails will be send within two weeks of applying until Change of Mind closes).

For each practical experience undertaken you will need to provide the following information:

Name of the premises where you conducted your practical experience

Number of hours experience

Animal category

Contact details for the responsible person who will verify your experience.

You will need to upload the document(s) signed by the person who supervised your experience.

When your application is complete, submit it no later than 31 July 2020.

You will not be eligible to compete for a place on DN300 Veterinary Medicine, unless full details of your practical experience are submitted by 31 July 2020 at 5 pm. The School of Veterinary Medicine carry out a verification process.

I did the UCD Veterinary Medicine Summer School. Do I still have to complete the form?

Yes. You must complete the form and include the Summer School (you can upload your certificate of attendance). This counts as 30 hours experience, so you must also enter details of a further 30 hours of experience.

When will I hear back from UCD?

It will not be possible for all submissions to be verified before CAO offers issue in August. When offers issue any relevant unverified submissions will be checked at that stage.

Where can I get further information?

Please see our Frequently Asked Questions Page

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Fast-track your future plans with our series of Hub live sessions. Featuring UCAS experts, careers advisers, unis and employers, and even students and apprentices.

Coming up live in the UCAS Hub...

Wherever you're at with your plans, we've teamed up with careers, higher education, and application specialists to help you take your next steps. Plus we'll be talking to current uni students and apprentices who will be bringing you some serious insight on student life, the things they wish they knew, and how to choose the right path for you.

So, whether you're looking for practical tips on how to start your application or write a winning personal statement, or simply looking for some inspiration, we're here with the experts to help.
Hub live sessions
*All sessions will last approximately 30 minutes to allow plenty of time for Q&As. All dates and time subject to change
How to get involved
To get involved, all you need to do is sign in to your Hub on the day of the live session and there will be a button at the top of the page inviting you to join. Listen in, ask questions, and get the answers you need to help with your next steps.

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At IADT we are looking forward to welcoming the Classes of 2020. The CAO Change of Mind facility is now open and in addition to our current courses we are offering two exciting NEW Level 8 Degree courses that may be of interest to your students.

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For as long as she can remember, Quinn Houlahan has been curious about the world. Her deepening curiosity and desire to experience the world first-hand led her to the Dual BA Program.

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Trinity College Dublin has more than 300 exchange agreements with some of the world's most prestigious universities.

Trinity students can go for one semester or for the full year to universities all over the world and can study around Europe and in Australia, as well as in Canada, Cuba, China, Hong Kong, Japan, New Zealand, Singapore, or the USA! The world is waiting for you. Find out more about the options available to you by talking to Trinity's Study Abroad & Exchange team at one of the regular information sessions hosted in the Global Room.

Expand your horizons and enhance your employability

Earn credit towards your Trinity degree while exploring the world

Discover the world and discover yourself

Top 5 reasons to go abroad on exchange!

Explore the world and travel

Study abroad and see the world. Make your student experience unique. Trinity can help you explore all corners of the globe, and make your once in a lifetime experience safe, easy and fun!

Experience a new way of learning

Study overseas and reap the benefits of an educational experience like no other. Our partner institutions are among the best universities in the world. Explore your academic subject from a brand new perspective. Experience new approaches to teaching and learning. Expand your view of the world.

Enhance your employability

Set yourself apart from your fellow students before prospective employers. Prepare yourself uniquely for the global workplace. Develop your intercultural competence. Demonstrate your self-reliance and adaptability.

Encounter new languages and new cultures

Whether starting a new language or picking up an old one, taking part in an exchange is a brilliant way to improve your German or begin your Mandarin! Immerse yourself in a new language and/or culture, and take the opportunity to leave your comfort zone!

Establish life-long friendships - and have fun!

Make friends from all over the world. Throw yourself into a different style of college life. Join societies, go to events, discover new sports and hobbies. Venture beyond the campus and immerse yourself in a new world!

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A World to Discover: Travel Memoirs and Memorabilia at Trinity

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As a Trinity student, you will have choices to make at the end of your 1st Year and 2nd Year about what type of degree you wish to finish with and what options you would like to take to get there.

Choose the Tool below relevant to your programme and go on an interactive journey to explore your academic pathway options.

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Trinity encourages applications from students from all walks of life and actively works to facilitate access to education for all. Please see below information on access routes, foundation programmes and alternative applications to study at this institution.

Mature Students

All undergraduate courses in Trinity are open to mature applicants. A "Mature student application" has a specific definition at Trinity - not all applicants over the age of 23 are considered "mature" applicants.

Mature student applicants are not required to satisfy the normal matriculation requirements and are not required to meet competitive academic entry levels (e.g. Leaving Certificate points), but are considered in the first instance on the basis of how relevant their life, work and educational experiences are to the course(s) that they wish to pursue. In addition, all applicants should demonstrate an interest in and a knowledge of their course choice(s).

In order to apply to Trinity as a mature applicant you must:

be an EU applicant

be at least 23 years of age on 1st January of the year of admission

submit a CAO application form to the Central Applications Office (CAO) by 1 February of the year of admission

submit an online Mature Student Supplementary Application Form to Trinity (required for all CAO courses with the exception of nursing and midwifery) by 1 February of the year of admission. The online application link is contained in the individual course pages.

Late applications will not be considered from mature students.

Please note that a valid CAO number is required prior to submitting a Trinity Mature Student Supplementary Application Form. Only three course options will be considered, all of which must be on the CAO application.

Applicants to all courses may be required to attend an interview. Interviews are usually held between April and May.

Certain courses may also require applicants to meet other assessment criteria. For information on additional assessments for specific courses please refer to the Mature Student Guidelines booklet available to download at www.tcd.ie/maturestudents/apply

Trinity will inform mature applicants of the outcome of their application before the end of May to allow successful applicants the maximum time possible to prepare for the start of the academic year. Official offers to successful applicants are made through the CAO in early July

. To secure your place you must return a formal acceptance notice to the CAO by the specified reply date. An information session on preparing for University will take place for all successful mature applicants in July. An orientation programme for all successful mature applicants will take place in September.

For further information on studying at Trinity as a mature student please contact the mature student officer, phone +353 1 896 1386, email: mature.student.officer@tcd.ie or visit www.tcd.ie/maturestudents

The Trinity Access Programmes (TAP) co-ordinates initiatives to facilitate increased participation at third-level of students whose social, economic and educational experiences have prevented them from realising their full academic potential. Through a variety of pre-entry outreach initiatives, TAP aims to promote positive attitudes to education with families and the community at large, and to increase the number of students who progress to third level education.

TAP offers a range of application routes to students of all ages and various post-entry supports including a writing resource centre, peer tutors, a laptop lending service and a designated study space equipped with IT resources.

Higher Education Access Route (HEAR)

The Higher Education Access Route (HEAR) is a third-level admissions scheme for school leavers (under 23 years of age), from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds. HEAR has been established by a number of Higher Education Institutions based on clear evidence that socio-economic disadvantage has a negative impact on educational achievement at school and progression to higher education.

School leavers who provide the necessary supporting financial documents relating to their socio-economic circumstances and meet the Irish Leaving Certificate minimum entry requirements and any course specific requirements are eligible to compete for a quota of places allocated to applicants on a reduced points basis in Trinity. Details of the number of HEAR places available can be found here. HEAR places available 2019

Who should apply to HEAR?

HEAR is for school leavers who are under 23 years old as of 1 January 2019 and taking the Irish Leaving Certificate examination.

How to apply to HEAR?

Step 1
Apply online to CAO by 17:15 on 1 February 2020.

Step 2
Indicate that you wish to apply to HEAR and finalise all elements of your HEAR online application by 17:15 on 1 March 2020.

Step 3
Submit relevant evidence in support of your application to arrive at CAO by 17:15 on 15 March 2020

HEAR applications can only be made online at www.cao.ie.

More information on HEAR is available from your school Guidance Counsellor or Trinity Access Programmes. Information can also be found on: www.accesscollege.ie, www.cao.ie

HEAR students: a condition of acceptance of a HEAR place is that students must attend the HEAR Orientation Programme. Failure to attend without prior permission from the TAP office could result in the HEAR place being withdrawn or in the withdrawal of other potential post-entry supports (e.g. financial supports

Students who accept places in Trinity through HEAR are offered a variety of academic, personal and social supports while studying at third level. Details of post-admission supports for HEAR entrants can also be found at www.accesscollege.ie and www.tcd.ie/Trinity_Access

Also view the HEAR and DARE Promotional Video.

TAP foundation course for young adults

This one-year course aims to equip students with the skills they will need to benefit from and participate in a third-level education course. It is open to Leaving Certificate pupils from schools in the Greater Dublin area which are affiliated to third level access programmes. Applicants should have taken the Leaving Certificate in the year of application or not more than two years prior to that. Minimum entry requirements are grade O6 or above in five subjects and grade H5 or above in one subject. FETAC and Leaving Certificate Applied qualifications are also considered.

Applicants for the Foundation Course for Young Adults may apply online from mid-November 2019. You may also apply for the University Access Course which Trinity College runs in partnership with Liberties College on this application form. The closing date for receipt of applications is February 7th 2020.

Students are not required to apply to the Central Applications Office. Apply online, find out more or download application guidelines at www.tcd.ie/Trinity_Access/prospective/access/young.php

Alternatively phone +353 1 896 2751.

TAP foundation course for mature students

This one-year course prepares mature students (EU students who are over 23 years of age on 1 January of the proposed year of entry) for entry to undergraduate studies at Trinity College and other third-level institutions. There are no standard educational requirements but evidence of a particular interest in studying at university and strong personal motivation is essential. In addition, if English is not your first language you will be required to provide evidence of English language proficiency.

Applicants for the Foundation Course for Mature Students may apply online from mid-November 2019. You may also apply for the University Access Courses which Trinity College runs in partnership with Pearse College and Plunket College on this application form. The closing date for receipt of applications is March 28th 2020. Students are not required to apply to the Central Applications Office. Apply online, find out more or download application guidelines at www.tcd.ie/Trinity_Access/prospective/access/mature.php

Alternatively phone +353 1 896 2751.

Applicants with a Disability

Application to CAO

Applicants with a disability applying for full time undergraduate degree/diploma courses in Trinity should apply via the Central Applications Office (CAO) indicating on the application form that they have a disability or specific learning difficulty, which is the basis for seeking reasonable accommodations and support in pursuing their University career.

Application to DARE

Trinity has a supplementary application procedure in place for students from non-traditional learning backgrounds, which includes students with disabilities. This is known as DARE (Disability Access Route to Education). DARE is a third level admissions scheme for school-leavers who have a disability or specific learning difficulty. Students who are considered to be DARE eligible may secure a place on a reduced points basis. DARE offers are conditional on registration with the Disability Service. Details of the numbers of DARE places available on courses in Trinity College may be found here Number of DARE places available 2019

DARE Admissions Procedure

Apply to CAO by 17:15 on 1 February 2020.

No later than 17:15 on 1 March 2020, you must disclose your disability and/or specific learning difficulty in your CAO application and fully and correctly complete Section A (select "Yes" to Question 1) of the Supplementary Information Form (the SIF is a part of your CAO application). To apply to DARE you must answer YES to Question 1 (Do you wish to be considered for DARE?) on Section A of the fully completed SIF.

The fully completed Educational Impact Statement (Section B) and Evidence of Disability (Section C) of the SIF must arrive at the CAO no later than 17:15 on 15 March 2020.

Allocation of DARE Places in Trinity

Trinity College Dublin reserves 25% of places on every course for students with disabilities (DARE), students from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds (HEAR), and Mature students. On courses with a quota of more than 40 places, approximately 8% are DARE places, on smaller courses there may be only one or two places.

Applicants should note that DARE eligibility provides an opportunity to compete for such places it does not guarantee or entitle them to an offer of a place on reduced points.

Students who are eligible for a DARE offer must still:
a) meet matriculation / admissions requirements https://www.tcd.ie/study/apply/admission-requirements/undergraduate/index.php

AND

b) meet any subject specific requirements for their chosen course, where applicable. Please check the prospectus for these details.

A reduction of approximately 10-15% of the points required for each course is granted to DARE eligible students.

Prioritising DARE Places: In recognition of national and university targets to increase the number of students with sensory and physical disabilities, DARE offers will be made first to eligible applicants within these target groups above, and remaining places offered to all other students with disabilities who are eligible.

When allocating DARE places are prioritised and the remaining places offered to all other students with disabilities with the highest points within the threshold (points for the course in round 1, and minimum points based on percentage reduction).

Condition of a DARE Offer: A condition of acceptance of a DARE place is that students must register with the Disability Service. Failure to register or attend scheduled meetings with the Disability Service without prior permission could result in the reduced points DARE place being withdrawn.

More Information

More information on DARE is available from your school Guidance Counsellor or the Disability Office (see below). Information can also be found on: www.accesscollege.ie; and www.cao.ie.

Full details of DARE eligibility criteria for each specific disability can be accessed from www.accesscollege.ie/dare/providing-evidence-of-your-disability/

Mature students (i.e. at least 23 years of age on the 1st January of the proposed year of entry) with disabilities should apply via the supplementary admissions procedure for mature students as well as applying via CAO. There is no late application facility for this scheme - application must be made by 1st February of year of entry.

Application for Language or Mathematics Waiver

Students with specific learning difficulties, sensory or communication disabilities may apply for a waiver of the modern language requirement, provided that the study of a language does not form part of their chosen course of study. In addition, students with dyscalculia, sensory or communication disabilities may be eligible to request exemption from the minimum entry requirement of a pass in mathematics, where mathematics does not form any component of their intended course. Please note:

1. This is a separate application to the DARE supplementary admissions process and written application must be made to the Academic Registry, Watts Building, Trinity College Dublin, the University of Dublin, Dublin 2 before 1 July of the year of entry.

2. Students should be aware that the criteria for waiving the language or mathematics requirement are different to that required for the DARE scheme. The granting of a language waiver does not mean that a student is automatically eligible for the DARE scheme.

Applicants should consult the following:

Note: Applicants to Trinity are required to present a qualification in one language other than English. Therefore students should only apply for a language waiver if they are not taking any languages in their Leaving Certificate examination.

Further information

If you wish to clarify any issues or concerns you may have in relation to your disability and the demands of a course, or on professional practice after qualification, please contact a member of the Disability Service staff by phone or e-mail at:

Disability Service www.tcd.ie/disability
Phone: + 353 (0)1 896 3111
E-mail: disab@tcd.ie

Prospective Student Information: www.tcd.ie/disability/prospective/

Feasibility Study in Admissions (Leaving Certificate)

This Feasibility Study is only for students taking the Leaving Certificate examination. Feasibility Study places will only be offered in Round One of the CAO Admissions Process.

For the sixth year, Trinity is pioneering a feasibility study in admission to see if there is a better and fairer mechanism to identify and admit applicants who are enthusiastic and passionate about learning, motivated and suitable for their chosen courses, and with the academic ability and potential to be inspired by everything that college has to offer. The admissions scheme tested in this study will adopt a holistic approach that has worked successfully internationally, using a range of materials to make an assessment about the academic ability and potential of each applicant.

The new admissions route will be used to admit students on three courses - with ten places in History (TR003), ten places in Law (TR004), and five places in Ancient and Medieval History and Culture (TR028) filled using the new admissions route. Applicants to any of the three courses involved in the study will have the option of using the new admissions route, and submitting some supplementary materials (in which case they will be eligible for all of the regular places on the course filled in the traditional way, as well as the places set aside for the study), or opting out of the study, in which case they will remain eligible for all of the places allocated in the traditional way. Students applying for two or more of the courses in the study will only have to submit the supplementary information once.

The feasibility study is being operated in partnership with the Central Applications Office (CAO) and all applications will be made completely anonymous before evaluation, to ensure the process is free from any external influences. The three modalities which will be used to assess applicants in the study are as follows:
(a) Leaving Certificate results.
(b) Relative Performance Rank (RPR) - the performance of the applicant relative to other applicants from their school. This scale looks at the rank of the applicant compared to every other applicant from their school who has applied to any course, in any college, through the CAO.

(c) Personal and Contextual Data - provided via supplementary materials submitted by the applicant.

Applicants provide Personal and Contextual Data via a Personal Statement online. Personal statements are then reviewed by expert reviewers and used as a qualifier. Qualifying personal statements will be those which the reviewers score a 1, 2, 3, or 4 on a scale of 1 to 6. Applicants whose personal statements qualify according to the above will proceed to the next stage. In the scoring process, Leaving Certificate results and the Relative Performance Rank will be weighted equally and then the candidates will be ranked in order of their combined score for modalities (a) and (b).

Names of applicants, any identifying information, and the names of schools attended, will be made completely anonymous before being evaluated by the review panels. Applicants will be required to provide supplementary information requested in a Trinity Application Form. Applications must be submitted online through the CAO before 1 February 2020. Additional documentation can be accepted until 1 March 2020. Applicants are asked to submit an honest piece of self-reflection, discussing what they would like to study, and why, and this is what will be evaluated. Grammar, vocabulary, and writing style will not be scored.

The feasibility study is an attempt to inform broader educational change by providing options to assist in the development of national policy and to see whether, on a small scale and in a strictly controlled way, it might be possible to admit students using a range of assessments (including the Leaving Certificate), with the results published and shared throughout the sector. It recognises the importance of having a Leaving Certificate examination that is fit-for-purpose and supports the reforms that are currently underway at second level to ensure a more positive educational experience. It also recognises and values the great work and commitment of the teachers at primary and second-level throughout Ireland.

The new admissions route tested here seeks to complement the role of the Leaving Certificate and the teaching community, by working with the Central Applications Office (CAO) to examine whether some approaches which have succeeded internationally might also work in an Irish context.

The application guide is available to download

Admissions through the Trinity Feasibility Study

Candidates who have been successful in gaining a place through the feasibility study will be notified of their offer by CAO as normal and should follow the CAO's offer procedures to accept their place on the course.
Successful applicants will also receive an email from Trinity College Dublin confirming that the CAO offer has been made.

Applicants admitted through the Trinity Admissions Feasibility Study who are also eligible HEAR and/or DARE candidates will retain their right to the supports offered by those access routes.

Applicants should note that in order to qualify for admission to a course through the TAFS study, they must meet the University's minimum entry requirements. The minimum entry requirements can be found in the University's Undergraduate Prospectus 2020

NOTE: Feasibility Study places will only be offered in Round One of the CAO Admissions Process.

Rechecks

Grounds for Requesting a Recheck

To request a recheck, applicants must complete an online recheck form by 5.15pm on 21st August 2020(to be confirmed). The only ground for requesting a recheck is:

If the applicant believes there was an administrative error in the screening of his/ her application. This might include the incorrect total being entered for a modality or an incorrect calculation of their combined scores.

The Purpose of a Recheck

A recheck is a review of the application to make sure there were no administrative errors in the screening of that application.

PLEASE NOTE: The purpose of a recheck is not to rescreen the application for eligibility, but rather to ensure that there was no administrative error in the original assessment. The recheck screening sheet pulls up all the information from the original assessment, and the documentation is then reviewed to determine if there was an administrative error.

How to Request a Recheck
To request a recheck please complete the recheck form located here
You will be notified of the results of the recheck in early September.
Queries
Applicants who applied through the Trinity Admissions Feasibility Study and have queries can contact tfsa@tcd.ie

Graduate Entry to Pharmacy

The School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences has introduced a Graduate Entry route to the undergraduate Pharmacy degree. A maximum of five places in the first year will be allocated to Graduates. To be eligible for consideration:-

Candidates must hold, or expect to hold, by July prior to entry, a minimum second class honours grade result in their first honours bachelor degree (Level 8). This degree can be in any discipline. Applications will also be accepted from individuals who did not achieve a minimum second class honours grade result in their first honours bachelor degree but who have been awarded a Masters degree or a Ph.D.

In addition, applicants must have obtained at least a Higher Level Grade C in Leaving Certificate Chemistry or must have successfully undertaken a Chemistry course in a third level institution.

Application Process:

Candidates must apply to the Central Applications Office before 1st February. Late Applications will NOT be considered.

In addition to submitting an application to CAO candidates must complete the online supplementary application form before 1st February.

The School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences will assess the applications and a number of candidates will be shortlisted for interview.

If successful, candidates will receive an offer via the CAO in August.

Feasibility Study in Admissions (Northern Ireland - A Levels)

Recognising that only 1 in 8 students in Northern Ireland do 4 A-Levels, Trinity has developed a feasibility study for A-Level admissions, which will continue for students from Northern Ireland seeking admission in 2020. The results will be shared with the other Irish colleges, to see if it could be used as a possible mechanism to admit all A-Level applicants from within the EU.

Students applying to Trinity from Northern Ireland in 2020 will be eligible for all of the places that will be filled in the normal way through the CAO system. However, a set number of places (maximum 3 per course) will be set aside for the purposes of the feasibility study, which will allow students to access any course* with only 3 A-Levels. Students taking 4 A-Levels are also eligible for places offered through the Feasibility Study - their best three subjects will be considered for places offered in the study.

* Medicine is not included due to HPAT requirements

IMPORTANT NOTE: The majority of places per course will continue to be offered in the normal way through the CAO system.

How to apply for the feasibility study

All students applying to Trinity from Northern Ireland should do so through the CAO, the Irish equivalent of UCAS, at www.cao.ie

Students wishing to apply for entry through the feasibility study must submit this additional application form to the Academic Registry by 1 May.

Notes:

Students applying for entry through the feasibility study must reside in Northern Ireland and be taking A-Level examinations.

All applicants to Trinity must satisfy the University's minimum entry requirements and specific course requirements.

For the feasibility study, places will not be allocated to students with less than ABB at A-Level.

Feasibility Study places will only be offered in Round One of the CAO admissions process.

If you have any queries regarding the Feasibility Study please contact niep@tcd.ie

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Entry to programmes at Trinity is competitive, and based on academic merit. The information below will give you guidelines on assessing whether your previous qualifications and experience will meet the admissions standards required for entry into your preferred course.

If you have any unanswered questions after reading through this information please don't hesitate to contact Trinity through our Contact Us page.

To qualify for admission to a degree course at the University you must meet the requirements outlined in further detail in the tabs below. For more information on what you must include in your application, please see our detailed guide on Making an Application.

Some of the information on this website will refer to admissions standards for the Irish Leaving Certificate. You should use the grade equivalences provided for the examination system you are taking to compare those Leaving Certificate standards to your grades.

The grade equivalences are guidelines only and for some examination systems it is not possible to provide exact comparison. Trinity Academic Registry will make final decision on all applications.

There are many different ways to come to University and Trinity encourages applicants from all backgrounds and circumstances to apply. For more information on alternative paths to Trinity, such as:

Mature students

Advanced entry transfers

Applicants with a disability/language waivers

Access programmes

Trinity College Dublin treats equally all Leaving Certificate and A-Level students on the island of Ireland in light of their status under Article 2 of the Constitution of Ireland. Trinity College will allocate fixed points to A-Level grades for the purpose of determining a student's ranking, allocating places in proportion with current demographic factors.

For all other applicants, in the first instance Trinity College Dublin allocates ranges of CAO points to A-Level grades (and other EU grading systems) in order that these applications can be compared with Leaving Certificate applications. Once this proportion is determined, places on the course in question are offered to applicants coming from each respective examination system group on the basis of ranking within that group.

Trinity College Dublin reserves the right to make the final decision in all matters pertaining to the admissions process.

How to Qualify for Admission to Trinity College Dublin

1) Meet the minimum matriculation requirements.

2) Meet the age requirement.

3) Meet English language requirements.

Students whose first language is not English, or who do not have a pass in English in their recognized school system, must display a high level of competence in the English language. Details on accepted English language qualifications are provided further down this page.

4) Satisfy course specific requirements
Some courses will have additional requirements for admission.
They will be detailed on the relevant course page at www.tcd.ie/courses as well as below.

5) Satisfy any additional requirements or restrictions as detailed in the sections below.

6) Meet competitive standards for admission to the course.

Please note that posted scores are minimum entrance requirements only and do not guarantee admission. Where places are competitive, a student must have excellent examination results to qualify for a place on their preferred course.

For applicants applying through the CAO you must meet the minimum "CAO Points" requirement for the course. Information on this is available at the bottom of this page.

Minimum matriculation requirements

The minimum matriculation requirements refer to the basic standard of application you must meet to be considered. Anything less than this will be unsuccessful outright - however meeting the matriculation requirements does not guarantee admission.

The standard matriculation requirements are pass grades in English, Mathematics, a language other than English, and a full set of valid subjects for your examination system.

Full details of the specific matriculation requirements for the country you're applying from are available on your country's admission page.

Age Requirement

Applicants seeking admission in 2020 must have a date of birth before 15 January 2004.

English Language Requirements

All applicants must present an English language qualification. Accepted/Permitted English language qualifications are:

Irish Leaving Certificate: a grade 6 or better in Ordinary level English.
Candidates presenting the Irish Leaving Certificate are normally expected to complete English as part of their examination programme."
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GCSE: a grade C or better in English Language.

European Baccalaureate:
English: 6 in 1st Language, or in 1st or 2nd Foreign language.

French Baccalaureate:
Students presenting the OIB or International Option of the French Baccalaureate may satisfy the English language requirement by achieving a minimum of 12 (where the coefficient is greater than 5) in English Language and Literature. In cases where the coefficient is less than 5, a minimum result of 14 will be required. All students taking other streams of the French Baccalaureate must present an English Language qualification such as TOEFL, IELTS etc.

International Baccalaureate:
English A1, A2 or B: 5 at Higher Level (4 at either Level if presenting IB through English).

US High School:
a grade C in English taken in final year.

TOEFL:

Internet based 90 (with a written score of 21).

iBT Special Home Edition 90 (with a written score of 21)

University of Cambridge:
180+ on Cambridge English scale with no less than 175 in each skill and use of English i.e.

Proficiency Certificate, Grade C or better (CEFR Level C1 or C2)

Advanced Certificate, Grade C or better (CEFR Level C1 or C2)

First Certificate, Grade A (CEFR Level C1)

IELTS: (Academic version) 6.5 (no individual band below 6)

For Dental courses: IELTS (academic version) 7 (no individual band below 7).

For Clinical speech and language studies: IELTS (academic version) 7 (no individual band below 7)

Pearson Test of English (Academic) - PTE Academic: a minimum score of 63 (with no section score below 59).

Duolingo: Duolingo English Test: minimum overall score of 110/160, dated since January 2020
For Dental courses and Clinical speech and language studies: Duolingo English Test: minimum overall score of 120/160, dated since January 2020.

(Note: Trinity is accepting Duolingo English test on a temporary basis for 2020/21 entry).

Trinity PMPP: An award certificate with a minimum II.1 overall score from Trinity's Centre for English Language Learning and Teaching's PMPP (open on a temporary basis to undergraduates applying for entry in 2020/21)

For Dental courses and Clinical speech and language studies: An award certificate with a 1st class overall score from Trinity's Centre for English Language Learning and Teaching's PMPP (open on a temporary basis to undergraduates applying for entry in 2020/21)

QQI/FETAC: Pass in Communications module (5N0690).

Additional Notes

Please also note that existing IELTS, TOEFL, Cambridge and PET scores up to three years old (rather than two) will be accepted for 2020/21 applications in light of test centre closures.

Students who do not meet the minimum English language requirement can apply for the International Foundation Programme before progressing on to selected courses.

Course Specific Requirements

Course Code

Name

Specific Subjects Required

Available Places in 2018

Higher level Leaving Certificate or

Advanced GCE (A-Level) grades)

Notes:

Important Notes:

Subject Name

Specific Subjects Required

Leaving Certificate

Advanced GCE (A-Level) grades

Available Places in 2019

Notes
Joint Honors/Modern Language
Notes

Irish Leaving Certificate

The minimum matriculation requirements for students presenting the Irish Leaving Certificate are:

1) six subjects, three of which must be at grade 5 or above on higher Leaving Certificate papers or at least grade 5 in the University Matriculation examination

2) These six subjects must include:

A pass in English

AND

A pass in mathematics (or foundation-level mathematics (see note 2)) and a pass in a language other than English

OR

a pass in Latin and a pass in a subject other than a language

Additional Notes and Restrictions

A pass means grade O6/H7 or above on ordinary or higher papers in the Leaving Certificate and grade 7 or above in the University Matriculation examination.

Mathematics at foundation-level is acceptable for minimum entry requirements only, for all courses except nursing or midwifery courses. Irish at foundation-level is not acceptable for minimum entry requirements, course requirements or for scoring purposes.

3. Students may combine grades achieved in different sittings of their Leaving Certificate/Matriculation examinations for the purpose of satisfying minimum entry and/or course requirements, but not for the purposes of scoring. This is not permitted for Medicine.

Combinations of Leaving Certificate subjects not permitted:

Physics/Chemistry may not be presented with physics or chemistry

Biology and agricultural science may not be presented as two of the six subjects required for minimum entry purposes, and they may not be presented together to satisfy course specific requirements. However, both may be used for scoring purposes.

Art and music may not be offered as two of the three higher Leaving Certificate grades for minimum entry requirements but both may be used for scoring purposes. This applies where only three higher level Leaving Certificate grades are being presented.

Leaving Certificate scoring system

Bonus points for higher level Mathematics
All students presenting H6 or above in higher level Mathematics will have 25 points added to their score for Mathematics. The bonus points will only be relevant where Mathematics is scored as one of a student's six best subjects for points purposes.

An applicant's six best results from one sitting of the Leaving Certificate will be counted for scoring purposes. Applicants may combine results from the Leaving Certificate and the Trinity Matriculation examination of the same year for scoring purposes.
Leaving Certificate Vocational Program Link Modules
e Link Modules are accepted for scoring purposes only and are awarded the following points: Distinction 66, Merit 46, Pass 28.

GCE A Levels

To be considered for admission to the University you must:

Present six subjects at grade C or above on GCSE or Advanced Subsidiary GCE (AS) papers. Two of these subjects must be at grade C or above on Advanced GCE (A-Level) papers.

The six subjects above must include:

A pass in English

AND

A pass in mathematics and a pass in a language other than English

OR

a pass in Latin and a pass in a subject other than a language

Additional Notes and Restrictions

A pass means grade C or above on GCSE or Advanced Subsidiary GCE (AS) papers.

Students may combine grades achieved in different sittings of their Advanced GCE (A-Level) examinations for the purpose of satisfying minimum entry and/or course requirements, but not for the purposes of scoring. This is not permitted for Medicine.

Acceptable subjects:

Applied A-Level, Vocational Advanced Subsidiary, Vocational A-Level, National Vocational and Key Skills qualifications are not accepted for matriculation or scoring purposes.

GCSE/Advanced GCE (A-Level) subjects set by recognised examination boards are, in principle, acceptable for consideration with the following exceptions:
Physical education, General studies and Media studies are not acceptable.

Applicants who require advice about subject eligibility should contact the Academic Registry.

Combinations of A-Level subjects not permitted (for matriculation or scoring purposes, unless otherwise stated):

Art may not be presented with History of art

Biology may not be presented with Botany or Zoology

English literature may not be presented with English language

Environmental science may not be presented with Biology or Geography

Science may not be presented with Chemistry, Physics or Biology

Not more than one specialised endorsed programme in art may be presented

Art and music may not be offered as the two Advanced GCE (A-Level) grades for minimum entry requirements but both may be used for scoring purposes.

Advanced GCE (A-Level) scoring system

*Extended Project (EQP) is scored as an AS level and an A* is available in this

Bonus points for Mathematics:
All students presenting Grade E or above in one of A-Level Mathematics, Further Mathematics or Pure Mathematics will have 25 points added to their score for that subject. The bonus points will only be relevant where that subject is scored as one of a student's four best subjects for points purposes.

An applicant's score will be calculated on the basis of either of the following:

their best 4 GCE Advanced level (A2) subjects from one academic year
or

their best 3 GCE Advanced level (A2) subjects from one academic year plus one Advanced Subsidiary level (AS) in a different subject from the same or the preceding academic year only.

Students may not combine grades achieved in different sittings of their GCE Advanced level (A2) examinations for the purpose of scoring. However, examinations taken in January and June of the same year are counted as a single sitting.

Cambridge Pre-U

Principle subjects will be accepted as alternatives to A-Levels in meeting general entry requirements. The scoring scheme for Principle Subjects, and Short Courses results is set out below.

Note: Global perspectives is scored at 5 points less than all other subjects in each case.

International Baccalaureate

Minimum Entry Requirements
3 subjects at grade 5 at Higher Level and 3 subjects at grade 4 at Standard Level, to include English, mathematics and another language.

NB: If a course has a specific course requirement for mathematics students must present mathematics at Higher or Standard Level (whichever is required). Maths Studies only satisfies the minimum entry requirements.

English Language Competence
English A1, A2 or B: 5 at Higher Level (4 at Standard Level if presenting IB through English) or see full list of acceptable English Language qualifications above

Sample subject grades
This table shows what is required in terms of the IB to meet specific course requirements for entry to the various programmes.

Indicative Points Equivalence
As a guideline it is anticipated that points will be awarded as follows based on the overall IB score assuming sufficient recognised subjects are presented:

European Baccalaureate

Minimum Entry Requirements
Overall 60%, including grade 6 in six distinct recognised subjects including English, mathematics and another language.

English Language Competence
6 in 1st Language, or in 1st or 2nd Foreign language or see full list of acceptable English Language qualifications above.

Specific course requirements
If a course has a requirement of a grade H4 at higher Leaving Certificate level, students presenting EB must present the subject at grade 7 or better. To satisfy a requirement of a grade H3 at higher Leaving Certificate level students presenting EB must present the subject at grade 8 or better.

Indicative Points Equivalence
Students are ranked on the basis of their six best distinct recognised subjects from one sitting of the EB Exam. Points for each 3, 4 &5hr subject=the points awarded to the higher level Leaving Certificate grade in the same percentage range. Points for each 2hr subject=the points awarded to the ordinary level Leaving Certificate grade in the same percentage range.

Bonus points for maths: 25 additional points will be awarded for a grade 6 or better on 3, 4 or 5 hour mathematics.

US High School Qualifications

Please note that posted scores are minimum entrance requirements only and do not guarantee admission. Where places are competitive a student must have excellent examination results to qualify for a place on their preferred course. Please report scores directly to Trinity.

A minimum score of 1290 on any two of the Critical Reading, Math and Writing sections and no score less than 500.

A minimum composite score of 29. Some courses may admit with a composite score of 28

SAT College Board number 2494
ACT Reporting number 5230
High School Diploma

Minimum Entry Requirement:

English, Mathematics and a second language, as well as three further subjects. Some courses will have specific subjects requirements e.g. mathematics for Engineering. See course lists for details. A cumulative GPA of 3.3 or better (B+ average) unweighted.

QQI Qualifications

Students with the relevant and appropriate QQI-FET (formerly known as FETAC) Level 5/6 awards and modules, with a minimum of distinctions in five modules, may be admitted on a competitive basis to the courses listed below in Trinity College Dublin:
Students must apply to the Central Applications Office (CAO). Detailed information about the application process and important dates is available on the CAO website.

QQI-FETScoring Scheme
Modules that have a credit value of 1 receive the following points:

Distinction 3 points

Merit 2 points

Pass 1 point

The scores for each of the best 8 modules taken at a single sitting are added up to give a total best 8 grade points tally. Only the best 8 modules will be counted. Places reserved for QQI -FET applicants are then offered in order of merit based on ranking. Due to the competitive nature of the Nursing Programmes, scores will only be calculated when the appropriate award is presented in a single sitting, together with all the required modules and grades. Full details of the scoring scheme is available on the CAO website

Entry Requirements

Full details of the entry requirements can be found .
All students admitted to courses in the School of Nursing and Midwifery Studies will be required to undergo Garda Vetting.
QQI-FET Entry Routes
Details of the courses with QQI-FET Entry Routes are listed below. Click on the links below to get further information about the courses.

University Matriculation Examination
Please note that due to the current Covid-19 situation the Trinity College Matriculation Examinations in Biblical Studies and Geology will NOT take place as scheduled on 15 April 2020. All candidates have been notified and the Academic Registry will contact them again when alternative arrangements have been put in place. Download the University Matriculation Application Form
The subjects of the matriculation examination are Biblical Studies and Geology. Students may take one or both of these subjects, but you should note that the range of university matriculation examination subjects available is not sufficient for the fulfilment of all matriculation requirements. The matriculation examination is an optional subject examination and is not mandatory for admission

The examinations are graded in equivalent terms to grades used in higher Leaving Certificate examination papers, and is held in Trinity College every year, usually in April.

Results obtained in the university matriculation examination may be combined with Leaving Certificate results and use in the calculation of CAO points but only when both examinations are taken in the same year.

The closing date for application for the examination is 1 March each year. The examinations are scheduled to take place on 15 April 2020.

Tel: +353 1 896 4500

Email: academic.registry@tcd.ie

Past Papers for Biblical Studies

A Basic Introductory workshop will be held on January 11th 2020 in the Davis Theatre, Arts Building Trinity College from 11am to 1pm. This will provide a general guideline to approaching study. You do not need to register and it is free. This workshop is optional and will only provide a basic guideline. It is not a grind. The workshop will be uploaded in January as a podcast for those who cannot attend.

Past Papers for Geology

Recommended reading for Geology Matriculation examination

If you would like further information about the Geology matriculation examination you may contact:

Dr. Patrick N. Wyse Jackson
Department of Geology
Trinity College
Dublin 2
IRELAND

Tel: +353 1 8961477
E-mail: wysjcknp@tcd.ie

Minimum CAO Points

Minimum CAO Points for courses in previous years will are available for download below.

Please note that due to changes in the CAO points and Leaving Certificate grading system, these points will be useful as broad indications only and cannot be considered as direct equivalents.

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Question 1
Where can I meet people?

Very few people know other students when they first come to Trinity - but there are lots of ways to meet new people and to make friends on campus. You can join clubs and societies throughout your time here.

New undergraduates will also be assigned to mentor groups by the Student2Student (S2S) Programme, and their mentors will be in touch about meet-ups and events designed to help people make new connections within their courses and across campus. The Student's Union (SU) and Halls JCR will also be organising events for people to get together, and there are a range of social spaces on campus including the SU Cafés and the Global Room. Postgraduate students can also avail of the Postgraduate Common Room, and should keep an eye on emails from the Graduate Students' Union (GSU) for Postgrad events and activities.

Question 2
Who can I talk to?

If you're feeling a bit stressed out or worried about anything the first thing to do is to talk about it.

From fellow students ( S2S Peer Support, Niteline, SU Welfare, GSU Vice-president, Halls JCR Welfare Team) to professional Counselling and support ( Chaplaincy, Tutorial Service, Postgraduate Advisory Service), there are a range of services on and off campus designed to give you space and time to get things off your chest. Have a look at the links in this passage and see what's right for you.

Question 3
Can I get help studying?

If you have been absent from classes and/or have not been able to undertake study due to personal circumstances make sure you inform your Tutor/supervisor as soon as possible, so that they can help you to take the time that you need, and to get back on track when you're ready.

If you are able to attend classes and to study but still feel that you're behind, talk to your lecturers and check out the time management resources that Student Learning Development have to offer.

Question 4
How do I get active?

You can find a list of TCD Clubs at http://www.ducac.tcdlife.ie/clubs/ and of TCD societies at http://www.trinitysocieties.ie/

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The State Examinations Commission is responsible for the development, assessment, accreditation and certification of the second-level examinations of the Irish state: the Junior Certificate/Cycle and the Leaving Certificate. The State Examinations Commission is a non-departmental public body under the aegis of the Department of Education.

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Are applications still open for 2020/21?

Yes, we welcome applications and continue to assess applications and issue offers for entry in 2020. We are constantly monitoring the situation and will inform you of any changes and/updates.

Will deadlines for application/acceptance/documents/registration be affected?

The dates for all stages of the admissions process are being revised and will be updated online soon.

The deadline for Study Abroad Inbound Non-EU Inbound applications is 15 April 2020. Will this be extended?

Yes, the deadline for Non-EU students who wish to study at Trinity or the first semester (Michaelmas Term) or for the full academic year 2020/21 has been extended to 1 June 2020.

I am having difficulty getting the documents required for admission. What can I do?

Trinity will be as flexible as possible in the documentation we will accept. Please contact Academic.Registry@tcd.ie to explain what documents you are unable to provide.

My school/university is closed due to COVID-19 and I have been unable to complete my exams/degree programme. Can I still be admitted?

Trinity will be as flexible as possible with applicants whose education has been affected by COVID-19. If your programme was completed online or with alternative assessment, Trinity will recognise any qualifications awarded by universities and exam boards. Please note that formal documentation from the awarding body will still be required once it is available.

I am unable to take the English language test I had planned to. What are the alternatives?

Trinity is accepting Duolingo English Test scores on a temporary basis for 2020/21 applications. The accepted score equivalences and related requirements are listed on our website under our revised English Language Requirements.

Undergraduate: Click here

Postgraduate: Click here

Please also note that existing IELTS, TOEFL, Cambridge and PET scores up to three years old (rather than two) will be accepted for 2020/21 applications in light of test centre closures.

Applicants from selected areas may also take the TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition test in selected areas, which is a temporary version of the TOEFL iBT offered during this public health crisis.

I wish to take the English pre-sessional programme. Can this be taken online?

Trinity's pre-sessional EAP (English for Academic Purposes) programme will be running online this summer. The start dates and tuition fees for both the 10-week PMPP (Pre-Masters's Pathway Programme) programme and 4-week EAP short course remain the same as per the website (Centre for English Language Learning and Learning, www.tcd.ie/slscs/English). Please contact the Centre for English Language Learning and Teaching Director with queries at cellt@tcd.ie

Is there a later intake to the Pre-Master's Pathway programme?

Please contact the Centre for English Language and Learning Director with queries regarding the possibility of a slightly later start date for the 10-week PMPP programme, at cellt@tcd.ie. See www.tcd.ie/slscs/English for full details.

I wish to hold off accepting my offer until we know more about the COVID-19 situation. Is this allowed?

The dates for all stages of the admissions process are being revised and will be updated online soon. We will work with applicants to be as flexible as possible where they are affected by Covid-19.

I have accepted my place at Trinity but now do not wish to travel because of concerns around COVID-19. Will my deposit be refunded?

Trinity will process acceptance deposit refunds based on circumstances arising from the COVID-19 situation.

Can I defer my place to September 2021?

Offer-holders for September 2020 admission will be allowed to defer to September 2021.

If I am delayed in accepting my offer, will this affect my chances of getting university accommodation?

There should be no issue. Once you have your Trinity student number and have accepted your course offer, you can apply for accommodation. Accommodation applications are currently open. On the application, ensure that you apply through the "Trinity College Student" stream rather than the CAO stream.

I am unable to provide the documents required for a study visa application. What can I do?

Trinity is engaging with the Visa Office to look at solutions to these problems. The Visa Office will accept digital documents where originals are not available. For updated information on visa applications, please refer to www.inis.gov.ie

I may not be able to arrive in Dublin in time for the start of my programme. How late can I arrive?

All dates for registration, orientation and the beginning of teaching are currently being reviewed. Updates on these and the latest allowed date of arrival will be posted online in the coming weeks.

Is there a possibility of a January intake for 2020/21?

Trinity is monitoring the development of the COVID-19 situation and considering a variety of options for the delivery of programmes in the next academic year.

I have missed 2/4/6 months of school in 2020 - will this be taken into account for admission to Trinity in 2021?

Trinity will monitor the impact of COVID-19 and will assess how it has affected students. But it is too early to give any indication of any changes for 2021 entry.

My school-leaving examination has been cancelled. How will I be assessed?

If your examination is one which we normally recognise, we will continue to accept the results provided they are formally issued by the examining body, in accordance with the timelines for 2020 admissions.

However, we will keep the situation under review and if there is a significant difference in grade distribution relative to previous years, we reserve the right to implement a system of proportionality.

I have applied for Music. What is happening with the entrance test?

The Department of Music has cancelled the Entrance Test for 2020. As a result all applicants for Single Honor Music (TR002) and Joint Honors Music with another subject will be assessed solely on the basis of their final school-leaving examination results and places allocated accordingly.

I have applied for Music Education. Will there still be an entrance test?

Yes, all applicants for Music Education has been sent a test paper to complete and return by 6 April 2020. The papers will be marked and some applicants short-listed for a practical test which will be held online during April.

I have applied for Drama and Theatre Studies. Will the auditions still take place?

The Department of Drama cancelled the practical workshops/interviews for 2020 entry. All applicants have been sent a questionnaire to complete which must be returned by 16 April 2020. Successful candidates will go forward to compete for admission on the basis of their school-leaving examination results.

What is happening with the Trinity Matriculation Examination?

The examinations were scheduled to take place on 15 April but have been postponed. All candidates will be notified when alternative arrangements have been put in place.

Any issue relating to FAFSA / Student Loans being impacted by COVID-19
"The FAFSA form remains open until June 30, 2020. Any student or family who has not yet completed a FAFSA may still do so."

For those who have completed a FAFSA, and whose financial circumstances have changed considerably, we encourage you to reach out to our Financial Aid Administrator
Barry Finnegan at FINNEGBA@tcd.ie.

Our Administrator can work with students and families whose incomes have been negatively affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.

For other questions related to the COVID-19 outbreak and federal financial aid, visit https://studentaid.gov/announcements-events/coronavirus"

I have accepted my place at Trinity but now do not wish to travel because of concerns around COVID-19. Will my deposit be refunded?

Trinity will process acceptance deposit refunds based on circumstances arising from the COVID-19 situation.

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