The construction industry is booming, and with it, more and more students are considering careers in land, property and construction. Last year the Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland surveyed its members across all disciplines to shed light on the rewards […]
Why study Six Sigma? Six Sigma is a disciplined, statistical-based, data-driven approach and continuous improvement methodology. It is used for eliminating defects in a product, process or service. Essentially, it provides organisations with the tools they need to improve the […]
The Higher Education Authority (HEA) has just published its Study of Mature Student Participation in Higher Education. In summary the report demonstrates that financial barriers, family commitments and a lack of flexible study options are key components in the low […]
We’re not all bouncing around, full of youthful vigor and able to do serious work-outs in the gym. But don’t let that fool you into thinking exercise is a young person’s game. No matter what your age or your physical […]
Business information systems refers to the IT systems, solutions, applications, and data management software that businesses use to support various internal functions and operations. What is Business Information Systems? They help organize, analyze, and distribute information to support business processes […]
Homeopathy is a form of complementary therapy that adopts an intuitive and holistic approach to health and wellbeing. Basic principles of homeopathy Homeopathy works on the principle that like cures like. This is the Law of Similars. Firstly, homeopaths evaluate […]
Today in 1843, the theory of quaternions was born when a sudden thought came to William Rowan Hamilton as he was walking with his wife along the Royal Canal in Dublin, Ireland. It was the fundamental formula: i² = j² […]
Tai Chi, or Tai Chi Chuan to use its full name, is like a great tree with many branches. Ask a dozen people what it is and you are sure to get a dozen different answers. What is Tai Chi? […]
Sports are a central part of our culture. Many of us play sports, even more of us watch them, but only a handful of us understand sports psychology. Sports psychology draws from biometrics, kinesiology, and of course psychology. It seeks […]
Thinking of taking up a Religious and Pastoral Care course? For many people, getting in touch with faith and spirituality is an important aspect of life. Some do it for their own peace of mind, while others want to pass […]