The seminar timetable is subject to change and will be continuously updated
Last updated, Thursday 11 February 10:59
Studying abroad
President's Room
1.30 - 2.30: Studying in the US
Presented by Sonya McGuinness, Fulbright Commision
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2.30 - 3.30: Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)
Presented by Sarah Orpwood, i-to-i
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3.30 - 4.30: Studying in Australia and New Zealand
Presented by Sarah Nash, Study Options - Australia and New Zealand
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6.30 - 7.30: Further study - what's right for me?
Presented by Marie Kielty, Careers and Appointments Officer, ITT Dublin
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7.30 - 8.30: MBA - What to expect
Presented by Colin Hughes, MBA Programme Manager, Dublin Institute of Technology
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Postgraduate study in Ireland
Dodder B
1.30 - 2.30: Postgraduate study - Science
Presented by PharmaChemical Ireland
2.30 - 3.30: Postgraduate study - Engineering
Presented by Alec McAllister, Engineers Ireland
3.30 - 4.30: Postgraduate study - Nursing
Presented by Gerard Clinton, Dublin City University
This presentation gives a broad, brief overview of the options available for postgraduate studies for nurses in the Republic of Ireland in terms of general requirements, options and course structures. It will provide practical advice for nurses thinking about postgraduate studies.
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6.30 - 7.30: Funding your course - getting the boss on your side
Presented by Monica Murphy, Training Manager, John Sisk and Son Ltd.
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Further study - options 1
Dodder D
1.30 - 2.30: Inclusive practice and support for students with disabilities and specific learning disabilities in 4th level
Presented by Ann Heelan, AHEAD
2.30 - 3.30: Further study - funding options
Presented by Colette Aungier, Trinity College Dublin
3.30 - 4.30: Conversion Courses - what are my options?
Presented by David Casey, Deputy Director, UCD Career Development Centre
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6.30 - 7.30: Increasing my employability through further study
Presented by Marina Lennon, The Open University
Marina Lennon is Student Service Manager – Advice & Guidance for the Open University in Ireland. From her experience of dealing with a broad cross section of enquirers, students and employers, she will reflect on the following important issues when considering postgraduate study.
• In what ways can postgraduate study enhance your career
• What do employers think about postgraduate study
• Develop a strategy for planning your way forward.
7.30 - 8.30: Distance learning - what are my options?
Presented by Sinead D'Arcy, Programme Manager, Centre for Distance Learning, UCD School of Business
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Further study - Teaching
Merrion Room
1.30 - 2.30: Postgraduate study - Teaching
Presented by Cora Cregan, Careers Officer, St. Patrick's College
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2.30 - 3.30: Teacher training in the UK
Presented by Mary Higgins, Train2Teach
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3.30 - 4.30: Further study - what's right for me?
Presented by Marie Kielty, Careers and Appointments Officer, ITT Dublin
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6.30 - 7.30: Further study - funding options
Presented by Colette Aungier, Trinity College Dublin
7.30 - 8.30: Increasing my employability through further study
Presented by Marina Lennon, The Open University
Marina Lennon is Student Service Manager – Advice & Guidance for the Open University in Ireland. From her experience of dealing with a broad cross section of enquirers, students and employers, she will reflect on the following important issues when considering postgraduate study.
• In what ways can postgraduate study enhance your career
• What do employers think about postgraduate study
• Develop a strategy for planning your way forward.