Did you know that, in Northern Ireland, the population of Country Antrim is more than 10 times that of County Fermanagh and that in 2021 Ahoghill and Whitehead were ‘census twins’ because they both had a population of exactly 3,537 people? Let’s Count! is a learning resource developed by CCEA in partnership with Census 2021, supported by NISRA, …
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Students from Ireland and Northern Ireland are taking part in a Citizenship Workshop hosted at Nerve Centre in Derry~Londonderry this week (6-10 November), as part of the EU/UK Youth Stronger Together programme. Media industry professionals are mentoring the Media, Journalism and Performing Arts students, from North West Regional College (NWRC), to create media content that …
Vision Sports Ireland is delighted to announce Oliver Gunning from Ballyclare, County Antrim, as the recipient of the inaugural Education Bursary proudly supported by Mason Hayes & Curran. Oliver is currently completing his first-year studies in BSc Hons Sport, Physical Education and Professional Education at the University of Stirling. Oliver is aspiring to assist others …
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Leading Construction and Waste Management business, McQuillan Companies, has announced a new 3-year sponsorship with Ulster University as part of its developing excellence in industry through education and sport. The sponsorship with Ulster running from 2023-2026 will see McQuillan Companies sponsor the Gaelic Academy which is this year celebrating 50 years, supporting its football, hurling, …
To celebrate Book Week NI, Translink has announced the addition of Libraries NI as a partner for its Novel Journeys book club, which encourages passengers to sit back during their journey and unravel in a range of riveting books for all ages. In today’s faced paced world, it can be hard to find time to …
The Conservation Volunteers (TCV) and Hughes Insurance have launched a competition for schools across Northern Ireland to win Wild Days Out. The events which highlight the importance of conservation education within schools, aim to inspire the next generation to care for and protect green spaces through a range of fun activities. From bug hunting to …
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Catalyst welcomed football great Rio Ferdinand on a recent visit to Belfast to meet participants in STRYVE, the inclusive skills programme which Catalyst has launched in partnership with the Rio Ferdinand Foundation and International Fund for Ireland. Thirty young people in Belfast and Derry are taking part in the programme, which aims to help them …
Ulster University has announced the 25 exceptional leaders selected from diverse sectors spanning business, technology, health, education, law, finance, public affairs, charity, sustainability, peace-building, youth work and journalism, who will begin the prestigious 25@25 leadership programme in September. These aspiring leaders from across Northern Ireland are Ulster University alumni who are currently rising to the …
Ulster University has today been announced as part of a new £21.3m national research partnership focused on decarbonising the UK maritime sector, led by Durham University. The only partner based in Northern Ireland, Ulster University’s Hydrogen Safety Engineering and Research Centre (HySAFER) will be a major contributor to the hub’s activities and will receive around …
Leading civil engineering and building contractor Farrans Construction has launched its application process for 50 high-demand positions on its industry leading graduate programme, Farrans Foundation, with intake dates in June and September 2024. Farrans Foundation is an award-winning, two year graduate programme which provides applicants with the necessary experience and knowledge to fast track their …
Belfast will this month host Europe’s largest annual gathering of archaeologists when the city will welcome more than 3,000 delegates to Queen’s University and to a variety of venues across the city for four full days. Belfast won the bid to host the European Association of Archaeologists (EAA) annual conference in 2019 and it joins …
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Co Down students from Newry, Warrenpoint and Kilkeel are heading off on the adventure of a lifetime this month after being accepted onto a US Scholarship programme. They are among 56 students from across Northern Ireland on the prestigious Study USA programme, which enables students to study business or STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) …
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Banbridge student Orlaith Ferris is heading off on the adventure of a lifetime this month after being accepted onto a US Scholarship programme. She is among 56 students from across Northern Ireland on the prestigious Study USA programme, which enables students to study business or STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) related subjects in American colleges, …
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The duo are among 56 students from across Northern Ireland on the prestigious Study USA programme, which enables students to study business or STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) related subjects in American colleges, across 22 States, helping to develop their career prospects when they return to Northern Ireland. The British Council, which is the UK’s …
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56 students from across Northern Ireland will be heading off on the adventure of a lifetime this month after being accepted onto a US Scholarship programme. Hailing from Queen’s University Belfast, Ulster University, Stranmillis University College, Belfast Metropolitan College and North West Regional College, they have been selected to take part in the Study USA …
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The 2023 McManus All Ireland Scholarships Scheme is now open for students in Northern Ireland. McManus Scholarship Scheme Now in their 13th year in Northern Ireland the annual scholarships, funded by businessman JP McManus, provide financial assistance to 25 top-performing students from low income households who intend to take up full-time undergraduate courses from September …
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OPEN College Network Northern Ireland (OCN NI) has confirmed that it will award a record 46,000 Vocational Qualifications to Northern Ireland learners this summer. Chief Executive of OCN Martin Flynn said that this important operational milestone for OCN demonstrates the organisation’s commitment to providing accessible and high-quality education opportunities to learners across Northern Ireland. With …
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They are among 56 students from across Northern Ireland on the prestigious Study USA programme, which enables students to study business or STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) related subjects in American colleges, across 22 States, helping to develop their career prospects when they return to Northern Ireland. The British Council, which is the UK’s international …
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AbbeyAutoline is celebrating its 50th anniversary by partnering with Belfast Met to launch an innovative apprenticeship programme that will create a number of apprenticeship positions with Northern Ireland’s largest insurance broker. The new AbbeyAutoline programme will offer Apprentice Sales Advisors the opportunity to achieve a recognised Level 2 and 3 NVQ in Financial Services and work full-time as part of the …
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Lauren Jones is pictured (from left to right) with Dr. Erin Hinson, Study USA Student Support Advisor, Richard Leeman, Skills Division, Department for the Economy, Northern Ireland, and Claire Hamilton, Study USA Programme Manager, British Council Northern Ireland. ENNISKILLEN student Lauren Jones is heading off on the adventure of a lifetime this month after being …
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LARNE Law students Sienna Taggart and Zoe Shields are heading off on the adventure of a lifetime this month after being accepted onto a US Scholarship programme. The duo are among 56 students from across Northern Ireland on the prestigious Study USA programme, which enables students to study business or STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and …
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The pupils of the Special Educational Needs (SEN) Schools across the Borough, have all been having a great time at their Summer Schemes, after being awarded funding of up to £5000 from Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council. Thanks to this funding, all five schools Hillcroft School, Jordanstown School, Riverside School, Rostulla School and Thornfield School …
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Co Antrim students from Newtownabbey and Ballyclare are heading off on the adventure of a lifetime this month after being accepted onto a US Scholarship programme. The Queen’s University Belfast students are among 56 students from across Northern Ireland on the prestigious Study USA programme, which enables students to study business or STEM (Science, Technology, …
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School grounds don’t just serve as a space for children to burn off some steam during lunch breaks – with mindful planning and some creative flair, they can become attractive environments that provide both learning opportunities and recreation. We’ve put together top-notch ideas for making those mundane patches of grass into attractive hubs that will …
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Top employer Lidl Northern Ireland and leading social enterprise NOW Group today launched a pioneering employability programme – the first of its kind with the supermarket retailer – to support people with learning difficulties and autism into a retail career. The announcement is the latest move by the retailer in demonstrating its commitment to diversity …
Language learning in Northern Ireland schools is ‘slowly recovering from the pandemic’, according to new British Council research which launches today (Tuesday, 13 June 2023). The Language Trends Northern Ireland report surveyed over 50 per cent of post-primaries, 10.5 per cent of primary schools and over 1,150 Year 9 pupils to learn more about language …
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More than 650 young people across Northern Ireland have taken part in Catalyst’s innovative work experience programme, Generation Innovation, gaining exposure to some of the region’s most innovative employers. Generation Innovation is a unique, future-focused work experience programme for 17-18-year-olds designed to empower, enable, and upskill them for the workplace of tomorrow and set them …
Dale Farm has recently celebrated the graduation of two of its home-grown team members. Graduating with honour degrees in Food and Drink Manufacture from the College of Agriculture Food & Rural Enterprise (CAFRE), Abbie Thompson, Planning and Production Support in Pennybridge and Maria Mullan, Assistant Powder Production Manager in Dunman are not only celebrating their …
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56 students from across Northern Ireland will be journeying to the United States to study at universities and colleges next month. Hailing from Queen’s University Belfast, Ulster University, Stranmillis University College, Belfast Metropolitan College and North West Regional College, they have been selected to take part in the prestigious Study USA programme and will spend …
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Globally recognised astronomical research centre, Armagh Observatory and Planetarium, held a graduation ceremony on June 27th in its 360-degree dome to mark the conclusion of the ‘Space Cadet Club,’ its inaugural after school STEM education programme for 7- to 11-year-olds. The initiative, which ran from April to June 2023, saw 15 pupils aged from 7 to …
Joan Burney-Keatings, Chief Executive of Cinemagic was recognised and celebrated at the charity’s prestigious annual LA Gala Showcase event this week by the 35th California State Senate District. The event, which was held at the Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows in Santa Monica, Los Angeles, was attended by notable guests from the film industry, and …
The Joan Christie Legacy Bursary Scheme which offers gifted young musicians, volunteers and special schools the exciting opportunity to apply for a £1,000 bursary, reopens for another year. The Scheme was created in 2019 by Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council in recognition of the significant work carried out by the late Mrs Joan Christie CVO …
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Young leaders from Northern Ireland are off to Strasburg this weekend as part of a new programme through the British Council. Niamh Mallaghan and Tara Grace Connolly from the Northern Ireland Youth Forum, and Jamie McAdoo from YouthAction Northern Ireland, will join a UK youth delegation at the European Youth Event in Strasbourg this weekend, where they will …
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Eight students from North and West Belfast have had the opportunity to develop their software skills with support from a global IT business, Telefónica Tech. Telefónica Tech UK&I has partnered with training provider Impact Training NI ltd and Queen’s University Belfast to give students between 16-19 the chance to learn essential software skills to help them work towards …
Open College Network (OCN), NI’s leading professional and technical awarding body has revealed the shortlist for its fifth Learning Endeavour Awards, which will take place at the iconic Titanic Belfast on June 26th. OCN is an educational charity and awarding body that advances education by developing qualifications for adults and young people throughout NI. The …
Ulster University is recognising 11 key figures from across the arts, sport, broadcasting, peacebuilding and community work, business, health and social work, through bestowing honorary doctorates this summer. Filmed in rural Northern Ireland, the short film An Irish Goodbye has made history winning an Academy Award, a BAFTA and the Irish Film and Television Academy …
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Belfast City Council is giving local businesses and entrepreneurs the chance to boost their skills this summer with a range of free events and workshops. The programme forms part of the council’s commitment to supporting small and medium enterprises and start-ups, and offers practical advice and guidance on online marketing, merchandising, business planning and more. …
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Delegates from urban regeneration specialist Vita Group and developer MRP gathered to celebrate the official topping out of Vita Student’s latest residence, a significant milestone in the building’s construction. With the structure complete by Design & Build Contractor, McAleer & Rushe, interior work can be carried out at pace to ensure that the impressive new purpose-built student …
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Seven in 10 young adults claim working for someone else is their ‘worst nightmare’ – and intend to start their own business within the next three years. A poll of 2,000 adults from a spectrum of age groups found 23 per cent of 18 to 24-year-olds ‘hate’ the idea of the traditional nine to five. …
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