Too much time spent in work breeds restlessness and a longing for a real challenge in life, a bit like Luke Skywalker during his long years as a farmhand; fear not, there are activities that will fulfil that need. Whether […]
The biggest advantage to online courses and distance education learning is flexibility. You can study at your own pace, wherever you are. If you are a parent, working full-time, or live in a rural area, online courses allow you to […]
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 […]
Hairdressing has always been with us. From the earliest times, people have styled, braided and decorated their hair. In the ancient world, women used flowers, berries and petals to decorate their hair – similar to the flower crowns popular at […]
At the end of May 2021 the Lifelong Learning Among Adults in Quarter 4 2020 report was published. This report aims to monitor the extent to which adults in Ireland participate in lifelong learning activities. The report is carried […]
The Diploma in Legal Studies at King’s Inns, Ireland’s renowned law school, attracts a diverse group of mature students. Ciarán Patton BL, the coordinator and course leader of the part-time Diploma at King’s Inns, discusses the benefits of the course’s […]
Thinking of taking up a course in Millinery? Millinery is the trade of designing, manufacturing or selling hats and headwear. It is an incredible skill to have and can result in fabulous designs. Millinery is the perfect course to take […]
Today, 10th October, is World Mental Health Day. The overall objective of World Mental Health Day is to raise awareness of mental health issues around the world and to mobilize efforts in support of mental health. To mark the day, […]
After over a year of running online classes almost every day YourEnglish.ie recently asked their students why they chose to attend an English course on Zoom during the pandemic. As we are (hopefully!) leaving the Coronavirus era behind us, online […]
Why study Dance? Dancing is something a lot of us may do every now and again. It’s an enjoyable thing to do with your friends or whenever music plays. However, taking up a part-time course in Dance is something you […]