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It’s orientation week at NCI💥

We know this time is full of information for new students but we hope you are able to make friends and have a laugh along the way. Remember to ask for help if you need it!

We can’t wait to work together with you over the next few years ✏️

Places are still available on the Higher Diploma in Science in Computing specialising in Blockchain (funded by Springboard+) starting on the 23rd September 2024.

Here's how studying Blockchain could accelerate your career: https://bit.ly/3APLXrR

CAO students still have time to join our marketing course through Available Places - classes start next week!

10 Important Reasons Why You Should Study Marketing The need for skilled marketers has grown in recent years. Here are 10 reasons why studying marketing may be the right path for you.

There's still time to study a computing subject this September with the CAO's Available Places facility 💻

Why Study Computing? 4 Reasons Why Now Is The Best Time To Start Interested in studying computing? We've highlighted 4 reasons why now is the time to enter this exciting industry and how NCI can help you get there!

Meet your International Peer Mentors for 2024/2025 🌎

This is an important group as they will be some of the first faces international students will see when they take part in the Welcome Programme. After making the big decision to study abroad, we understand how important it is to settle into student life here in Dublin and these are the people who will help you each step of the way!

Have you already arrived? Let us know who you have met in the comments!

Did you know that a higher certificate can lead on to a level 8 degree? Applications are currently open for the Higher Certificate in Business through the CAO's Available Places facility: https://bit.ly/3z7tqa0

Congratulations to NCI's Dr Corina Sheerin who has been awarded the 2024 University Forum for Human Resource Development (UFHRD) honorarium 📝

Learn more about this update here: https://www.ncirl.ie/News/ArtMID/748/ArticleID/1070/Plaudits-for-NCI%e2%80%99s-School-of-Business

Reading Niamh's story may inspire you to apply to study Data Science (at either level 6 or level 8) through the CAO's Available Places facility 📊

Insights into Studying Data Science at NCI: Niamh's Story In this blog post, Niamh Daly shares her journey studying the BSc (Honours) in Data Science at National College of Ireland.

Niamh’s story may inspire you to think about studying Data Science in college 📊

Get an inside look into studying Data Science, completing work placement and more when you head to the link in our bio.

Reminder: Students now have another chance to join our Level 6 (NC105) or Level 8 (NC025) Data Science courses with the CAO’s Available Places facility.

Did you know that Leaving Cert students can still apply to study at NCI through the CAO's Available Places facility? Learn more: https://bit.ly/3MBNsfO

Gain valuable insights into studying a CIPD course during our webinar at lunchtime tomorrow. Register here: https://bit.ly/3MvODgP

National College of Ireland along with the Early Learning Initiative, is excited to announce that we will be taking part in Culture Night 2024 🌎
Culture Night/Oíche Chultúir is a national moment, one that celebrates the rich, diverse culture in Ireland today. On Friday, 20th September, we will be opening the doors of Spencer Dock to host a range of activities which celebrate sustainability and lifelong learning. If you haven't had the opportunity to visit our new campus building yet, this is your chance!

📥Register here: https://bit.ly/3APqzmD

🔗To learn more about the activities planned check here: https://bit.ly/4cQ4TUI
Night Dublin

On the same day as our Aurora Graduation ceremony, we are proud to announce that we have successfully renewed our Athena Swan Bronze Award! 🏆

This award recognises our commitment to gender equality and to developing an environment that is inclusive of our diverse communities.

National College of Ireland Proudly Renews Athena Swan Bronze Award National College of Ireland’s mission is ‘to change lives through education.’ For more than 70 years, the college has worked to deliver that mission by continually responding to the everchanging needs of staff and students. National College of Ireland is delighted, and proud to announce that ...

Did you know CAO students can still apply to study Marketing Practice (NC020) with Available Places?

Listen back to students chatting on Near FM to gain insights into what you can expect from this practical level 8 degree: https://bit.ly/4cPBvOv

International Welcome Programme Week 1 Roundup 🌎

Students from all over the world were treated to an amazing Irish welcome with events including board games, a Dublin walking tour, an accommodation workshop and ending with a trip to the beautiful Dún Laoghaire for stunning views and delicious ice cream!

Friendships are just beginning with 3 more weeks of activities ahead, we can't wait to create more amazing memories together!

Looking for CAO advice? Sophie shares insights into studying Business at NCI.

If you're still considering your college options, keep in mind that you can join the Higher Certificate is Business through CAO Available Places and move into year two of the Level 8 business degree!

Set Up For Success: Sophie's Business & Work Placement Student Story Sophie Sherlock reflects on her experience studying Business at NCI along with her time completing work placement with the Central Bank of Ireland.

Today: Join an Online Sample Class and Q&A Session for the Springboard+ funded Higher Diploma in Computing. Register Here: https://bit.ly/3X7jyFm

To celebrate CAO Offers Day, we've created these badges so that you can share that you will be starting a course at NCI with your family and friends!

Make some noise and spread the good news - today is the start of a new and exciting journey for you 🎓

Wishing the best of luck to all students who will receive their CAO Round 1 Offers at 2pm today 🤞

We look forward to welcoming you to NCI to begin your college journey! We’ll be here with you, every step of the way 🦶

"In the rapidly evolving world of digital marketing and technology, Adebola Olomo shines brightly as a powerful advocate for women in leadership and an agent of change in digital marketing and tech integration."

Image Magazine Ireland's “Women in Tech” series, sponsored by PwC Ireland, shines a spotlight on MSc in Marketing Graduate, Adebola Olomo, who is dedicated to the empowerment and inclusivity of women in this sector.

Read Adebola's inspirational story here:

Empowering women in tech: inspirational journey of Adebola Olomo Adebola Olomo champions women in tech and her experience, from Nigeria to Ireland, is a narrative of empowerment and...

Did you know you can return to education to gain an undergraduate business degree part-time in just 2 years? Join this event to learn more:

Accelerated Business Degrees Webinar
6-7pm, Wednesday 28th August,
Register on our website to attend: https://bit.ly/3AHSKnt

BSc (Honours) in Computing student, James McGrath, shares how his passion for gaming helped him decide what to study at third-level: https://blog.ncirl.ie/from-a-passion-for-gaming-to-studying-computing-james-student-story 🎮

Join us online this evening for a Springboard+ Sample Class in Data Analytics: https://bit.ly/3Mokbp8

1pm Today: Hear about the benefits of an MBA during our online event.

Register here 👉 https://bit.ly/3yUZNZq

📣Place a Blue Token in for ELI 🔵🔵
We are delighted to let you know that Early Learning Initiative has been selected to be one of the charities represented by Tesco 'blue token' community fund!

We thank for the opportunity and we invite everybody from the community to go to Tesco Spencer Dock to give us support!

Sending a reminder to students who received their Leaving Cert Results today that there are other pathways to third-level such as Advanced Entry.

'Everyone's Journey is Different' - Kate's Alternative Entry Story NCI student, Kate Morris, shares her story to demonstrate that NCI offers alternative pathways students can take to join an undergraduate course.

Reminder: Join our On Campus Open Evening 11am to 1pm tomorrow to chat to our team about your college options. Register here: https://bit.ly/3yQEk3Q

Our Alternative Maths Exam offers another way for students to meet the entry requirement to study Data Science if they did not achieve a H5 result in their Leaving Cert maths exam.

The colleges offering another chance to reach necessary maths grade Every year, there are students who achieve the points for a CAO choice, but their maths grade is not up to the mark. While success in second-chance exams does not guarantee entry to a particular CAO course, many students do get an offer.