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'Age is only a number' - 86 Year Old Graduates from Maynooth University
Lifelong Learning at Maynooth University... Maynooth University has conferred one of the oldest ever graduates in Ireland as 86-year-old Phil Devitt received a BA from the college on the Kildare campus today. Ms Devitt was awarded a BA in Community Studies surrounded by her family, friends and course
Greg Ryan -Technical Solicitor
My route into law began with a Bachelor of Civil Law in UCD. At that stage I was unsure of what exactly I wanted to do for my future career, but I was conscious that I wanted to help people. It was work experience with a number of small practitioners
Karen Walsh - Solicitor in Practice
Background I grew up on a dairy farm in Co. Cork. My parents always encouraged myself and my brother and sister to work hard and do our best. I think my parents instilled in all three of us a very strong work ethic early in life and that nothing will
Changing careers later in life, Gerry O’Shea follows his passion for Law
Sitting his Leaving Cert exams in 1980 in a vocational school in Kerry, Gerry O’Shea had set his sights on studying in one of Ireland’s National Universities. Having done well in his exams he felt he was on right on track but he was disappointed to
Bachelor of Law Graduate SETU
Pauline Sim who came to SETU in Waterford from Kuching, Malaysia is a recent graduate from the LLB Bachelor of Laws (Hons) degree. She was an active International Student Ambassador for both Education Ireland and SETU n Waterford while studying here. Towards the end of her college life, she was
From PLC to Bachelor of Arts
I did my Leaving Certificate in 2018 and I really wasn't sure of what I wanted to study in college.I chose to do a PLC course in Enniscorthy Vocational College in Legal Studies level 5. This really aided in my decision to go to Waterford and gave me
Becoming a Barrister
Barrister is a relatively old profession, as they have been practising in Ireland for over 450 years. But many of us may not be familiar with exactly what they do, what qualifications they have. Here are five things you may not know about barristers: Who’s who? Clarifying the
All You need to know about Becoming a Solicitor
Solicitors are the legal practitioners who deal with a variety of responsibilities related to the law. But here are five facts that may surprise you… There is only one Solicitors qualification in Ireland While most types of qualifications, such as teaching or nursing, are available in a number of
TCPID Graduate - Fidelity Investments
TCPID Graduate Dairine O'Rourke on Trinity College, Fidelity Investments and COVID 19. Dairine graduated from the Certificate in Arts, Science and Inclusive Applied Practice in Trinity College Dublin in June 2018. Since that date, she has been working with our TCPID Business Partner Fidelity Invesments. Following a hugely
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Fire Fighter & First Responder
Nicole is 19 years old and volunteers with the Blessington Community First Responders and works as a Retained Fire Fighter with Wicklow Fire Service as well as being successful in her application for Deputy Manager position in her local ALDI store. After completing her leaving certificate Nicole progressed to a
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A Career in Law
Law is one of the oldest academic fields in the world and it is a highly regarded qualification. It attracts on average between 12-14,000 applicants annually through CAO application and on average figures from CAO show that over 2,500 list a Law degree as their first choice
6 Benefits of Learning a Foreign Language
If you are reading this article then you have a wonderful skill. You have the ability to read and we assume speak English. This gives you a great advantage in life. English is the third most spoken language in the world and is synonymous with opportunity and a better quality
How to become a Construction Studies or DCG Teacher
Do you have a passion for studying Construction Studies or Design and Communication Graphics? Have you ever thought about pursuing a career teaching these subects at second level? GMIT Letterfrack offer a Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Education (Design Graphics and Construction) which qualifies graduates to
Assistant Principal
"I find the flexible working hours and family friendly environment invaluable as I have a young family."Sarah Cahill, Promotion to Assistant Principal. I currently work as an Administrative Officer in the Investigation and Prosecutions Division of the Revenue Commissioners. My background was in Finance; I obtained a B
Administrative Officer with the Revenue Commissioners
"Revenue is a dynamic and forward thinking organisation."Chad Egan, Administrative Officer - Office of the Revenue Commissioners. I studied corporate law and business in NUI Galway and completed my Masters in Commercial Law in UCD. I then went on to complete a Higher Diploma in Information Technology. Currently
Administrative Officer in the Dept of An Taoiseach
"My work is certainly never boring!" Christine Reen, Administrative Officer - Department of An Taoiseach. I studied Business Studies in University of Limerick before completing my masters in University College Cork in 2010. I studied Economics and therefore wanted to pursue a career in this field, I joined the
Third Secretary in the Dept of Foreign Affairs and Trade
"It is a huge responsibility to help carry forward our work on the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty, the Convention on Cluster Munitions and many other international treaties." Dermot Fitzpatrick, Third Secretary - Department of Foreign Affairs & Trade. I graduated with a Masters in Political Science from UCD
Administrative Officer in Public Expenditure and Reform
"I was attracted to the Civil Service because it offered me a role in formulating public policy at a time when Ireland’s economic challenges were most pressing." Alan Gilligan, Administrative Officer - Dept. of Public Expenditure and Reform I began working in the Department of Public
Local Government Graduate Programme
"The programme includes a process of structured training in year 1 and accredited learning with a professional body in year 2." Paul kinsella. Local Government Grad Programme. I studied French and Business in Waterford IT and started a career with Aer Lingus for 7 years, followed by a
Administrative Officer in the Department of Finance
"I completed an internship with a political journal based in Jerusalem. This involved contributing blog entries to the journals website." Ian Power Administrative Officer - Department of Finance. I completed my undergraduate in BESS (Business, Economics and Social Studies) in Trinity College Dublin (TCD) where I majored in
Third Secretary- Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
"All new Third Secretaries undertake language lessons and there are many more training opportunities." Carol Staunton, Third Secretary- Department of Foreign Affairs & Trade. I graduated from NUI Galway with a PhD in Sociology in 2013 and, after working for some time in the pharmaceutical sector, I
Executive Officer - Public Appointments Service
"The flexibility of being able to develop my career outside the civil service and then return to it is one of the things I particularly appreciate about working here." Ciara Executive Officer - Public Appointments Service. After graduating from college with a BA in Philosophy and Political Science I
Administrative Officer - Department of An Taoiseach
"While government decides policy, we are responsible for and seeing it effectively implemented on the ground." David Crowe, Administrative Officer - Department of The Taoiseach. During my studies in the areas of Corporate Law and Economic Science in National University of Ireland, Galway; I had never really considered
Executive Officer - Department of An Taoiseach
"I deal with builders, with craftsmen and women, with artists and sculptors, with the huge cross-section of people necessary to keep such a historic building in pristine condition." Marc McManus, Executive Officer - Department of The Taoiseach. I joined the Civil Service, with the Department of Labour
Administrative Officer - Revenue Commissioners
"Ever since I joined Revenue, the support I receive from my colleagues has been excellent." Áine Brennan, Administrative Officer - Revenue Commissioners. I studied Business and Law at UCD. After graduating, I trained as an accountant with one of the “big 4” firms. I am
Third Secretary Dept. of Foreign Affairs and Trade
"I oversee the provision of consular and passport services to Irish holidaymakers and residents in Spain and Tunisia." Caitlin Higgins, Department of Foreign Affairs & Trade / Civil Service. Following the completion of a PhD in History in Trinity College Dublin, I joined the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
European Parliament Trainee
"I wanted to gain experience within an international organisation and experience within an EU institution is an ideal way to achieve this." Torlach Grant, European Parliament Trainee I studied for a BA in Contemporary Culture and Society at Dublin City University. Following this, I completed an MSc
Policy Officer - European Commission / EU Civil Service
"It is a great honour to contribute to this historic process and to serve the interests of over 500 million EU citizens." Grace Bolton, Policy Officer - European Commission / EU Civil Service. When I was a teenager, Ireland held a series of referenda on EU treaties. While following
Policy Assistant - European Personnel Selection Office
"I used to be very self-conscious about speaking French, but then I realised my colleagues didn't notice my errors, they just wanted to understand, and that their English is not perfect either." Sarah Rooney, Policy Assistant - European Personnel Selection Office. I studied Mathematics as an
Trainee - European Commission
"Working in an exciting public affairs environment, I got a great insight into European institutions and procedures." Róisín Carlos, Trainee - European Commission I completed a BA in politics and history in University College Dublin. European politics was a passionate interest and motivated my choice
Communications Consultant - European Commission
"The EU needs ‘digital natives’ – millennials who can help the EU click, copy and code its way to a more digital existence." Ian McCafferty, Communications Consultant - European Commission. After completing a BA in English and History at University College Dublin, I worked as a volunteer with
Seconded National Expert - European Commission
"The great thing about working in innovation is that the field is wide open and seeking out new things is very much encouraged." Ciara Phelan, Seconded National Expert - European Commission. I studied maths and economics in University. After graduating in 2007, I joined the civil service and took
Economic Analyst - European Commission
"I suggest you speak to as many people as possible beforehand to learn how the process works and what skills and competencies the EU places an emphasis on." Alan Monks, Economic Analyst - European Commission I undertook a BA in European Business in Dublin City University and subsequently an
Trainee - Council of the EU Media Monitoring Department
"What would I recommend to Irish graduates considering applying for an EU traineeship? Don’t be put off by the application form. Just do it." Aileen Donegan, Trainee - Council of the EU Media Monitoring department. I studied English and Philosophy in NUI Maynooth and, after graduating
Make Yourself Employable with a Postgrad as Gaeilge
Job prospects for gaeilgeoirí boosted by Languages Act and EU recognition of Irish along with Government pledge on public service writes Áine McMahon on irishtimes.com - here's her advice: Irish universities offer a range of options for those wishing to take postgraduate courses through Irish.
Maurice Gaffney SC: A Life in Law
At almost 100 years old, Maurice Gaffney SC still works at the Bar and says he would be ‘lost without it.’ When he was called to the Irish Bar, back in 1954, there were about 250 barristers in the Republic, of whom about one-fifth were senior counsel
A Theological Career Journey
I was seventeen and in Leaving Cert. year when I was thrown out of Religion Class. The teacher’s pathetic attempts to answer (or evade) our questions left me bored, frustrated. I laughed. Ended up in the Headmistress’ s office … I don’t remember a punishment
My Experience as a Garda Reserve
Meet Reserve Gardaí Fiona Kelly and Matthew O’Connor who share their experience as voluntary members of the organisation. Reserve Garda Fiona Kelly Fiona is 26 years old and her area of full time employment is in Education where she has been working for the past 7 years
Why I gave up my Job and became an Archaeologist
The road to Petras: In my mid twenties, I began to yearn for a change. A recurring voice at the back of my head kept whispering about the possibility of another path. Eight years ago I set out on a journey that would come to change the course of my
A Career in Cyber Security
"Only 1 in 10 cyber security professionals are women. But if you're interested don't let this put you off." Responsible for reducing the risk from a cyber attack, cyber security jobs make an important contribution to today's society as we become increasingly more reliant on the internet
A Day in the Life of a Criminal Barrister
"If you go into law school thinking that you’re owed a well-paid career simply because the entry fee is so high, you’re out of luck" ~ Dublin Criminal Barrister I qualified as a barrister four years ago. My legal life started out by doing a BA
A Day in the Life of a Trade Union Worker
The work in a Trade Union is often varied and never dull. Work in this kind of area is interchangeable and can range from Industrial Relation matters to collusion with the Government in promoting the interests of their members for social development and justice. The work of a union is
Route to Qualification as a Solicitor
There are several entry routes to a career as a Solicitor. It is not necessary to study law at University to become a Solicitor. If you hold a degree in any discipline you may apply to sit the Entrance Exams (known as FE-1 exams) for the Law School at
The Long and Winding Road to Practising at the Bar
The road to becoming a barrister can be “prohibitively expensive” and the financial drain sometimes makes it impossible to continue practising law. The barrister-at-law degree (BL) at the King’s Inns costs €12,560. For would-be barristers without an undergraduate law qualification, a
Permanent Language Jobs in the EU
Like all the permanent jobs in the EU, permanent language jobs require candidates to first pass the concours organised by EPSO. The competition stages for those who would like to work with languages in the EU Institutions are similar to those already outlined for assistants, administrators, etc., but with some
Ida Milne - Social Historian
Dr Ida Milne a social historian who researches the history of disease talks to Smart Futures about her career. Her career has taken a number of paths over the past 30 years and from this experience, she recommends students keep following their interests! What subjects did you take in school
Mary Mullaghy - Science Teacher
After 25 years of teaching science, Mary Mullaghy tells Smart Futures she has gone back to the books to study for a PhD in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) career choices at Trinity College Dublin. What subjects did you take in school? English, Irish, Mathematics, French, Geography, Biology and
Sarah Hudson - Chemistry Lecturer
Sarah Hudson talks to Smart Futures about her career as a Lecturer in Chemistry. What are the main tasks, responsibilities and skills required? That is a tough question as every week there are different things to do – first and foremost I am employed to teach undergraduate modules in chemistry