Further education in Ireland

The European Union has set a target of 15% for the number of adults participating in further education by 2020. While many European countries exceed this; the number of those participating in further education in Ireland remains small.

In the last 30 years higher education in Ireland has gone from an activity of the elite to something accessible to the masses. In that time the profile and needs of the typical third level student have changed dramatically.

Higher education has had to evolve and become more flexible

More and more adults in Ireland are recognising the value of continuing professional development and further education. They are looking for courses that meet their schedules and circumstances. They want the flexibility to accommodate other responsibilities like a full time job or family commitments. The Institutes of Technology Ireland recognised the demand for information on further education opportunities. Further education that is flexible, vocational and relevant.

BlueBrick.ie is the website the Institutes of technology Ireland created as an invaluable tool for those looking for accurate and centralised information.
The site includes information on hundreds of courses in Ireland in areas such as engineering, science, business, management, technology, marketing and education.

Why further education?

Ireland has not escaped the effects of the global economic recession. More people are competing for fewer jobs. Further education can give you a competitive advantage.
Technology has drastically changed in the last few years and further education gives you the opportunity to stay up to date with technological advancements and developments in your field.

Further education can be the first step to implementing a change of direction in your career. Flexible part time courses could allow you to study while still maintaining your current job and salary.

With so many options for courses, why not click the brick and discover how further education can help you develop, personally and professionally. The Bluebrick.ie website is highly user-friendly and will allow you to compare a range of courses in Ireland, side by side to find the one that best suits your schedule and areas of interest.