NCI Blog

Then and now: Assistant Professor of NCI's School of Business, Desmond Gibney with NCI graduate Eamon Breen in 2005 and 2025. We welcome the return of alumni to NCI, either to contribute their wisdom to the next generation of students, or to further their own professional and academic development through lifelong learning. In this blog, NCI graduate Eamon Breen details his experiences in the world of accounting since graduating in 2005, and the insights he wishes to share with the class of 2025.

Choosing the right course and understanding the financial aspects of higher education are key considerations for CAO students. The Free Fees Initiative plays a crucial role in making education more accessible, and at National College of Ireland, this aligns with our core belief in providing quality education to all, regardless of financial background. This guide will outline the Free Fees Initiative, the courses covered, additional costs, and where you can find more information.

This is a guest blog post written by Dr Conor Thornberry, Assistant Professor in Psychology at National College of Ireland. In this blog, NCI's Dr Conor Thornberry shares insights into his academic journey so far, detailing what aspects of Psychology interest him the most, inspiring his research, and being the key motivator behind wanting to be involved in Brain Awareness Week.

National College of Ireland takes part in the DARE and HEAR access routes. These are higher education admissions schemes for Leaving Certificate students (under 23) applying through the CAO whose economic or social backgrounds are underrepresented in higher education or whose disabilities have had a negative impact on their second level education.

Calling all Leaving Certificate Students! You’ve completed your mocks, you’ve been studying hard, and you are now just a few weeks away from the main event. It can be a nerve-wracking time but just remember, you got this!

You might know that there are traditional undergraduate and postgraduate study options available at NCI but did you know that we also offer apprenticeships in both finance and recruitment? Below we share the facts about our IFS Apprenticeships so if you’re thinking about starting a career in financial services, this could be your next step.

This blog is written by Dr Anu Sahni, Assistant Professor in Computing and Programme Director of NCI's MSc in Data Analytics. At National College of Ireland, not only do we ensure that our courses are designed to meet industry needs, greatly enriching the employability of our students as they graduate industry ready, but the College also participates in post-graduation surveys and research to gain insight into opportunities available to our graduates, as well as celebrating graduate success stories.

This blog is written by Dr Anu Sahni, Assistant Professor in Computing and Programme Director of NCI's MSc in Data Analytics. In our last blog post Why Aspiring AI and Data Science Professionals choose the MSc in Data Analytics at National College of Ireland, readers got to learn about just how in demand graduates are in the areas of AI and Data Analytics, demonstrating why ambitious students choose to pursue their career goals at NCI.

Are you beginning your journey to third-level education? If you're thinking about your college choices and filling in your CAO application, then you might be considering joining us at National College of Ireland which means you might have some questions for us!

Are you considering studying abroad? Ireland is the right choice for international students looking for academic excellence, career opportunities, and rich cultural experiences. National College of Ireland (NCI), located in the heart of Dublin, offers a world-class education in one of Europe’s most dynamic countries.