NCI Blog

Level Up Your Career with a Masters from National College of Ireland

Posted by Conor Sisk on 02 October 2025
Considering your next career move? Whether you are targeting a promotion, exploring a new industry or simply wish to keep your expertise relevant, a Masters’ programme could be the key you need to unlock these opportunities.
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To The Moon and Back: Pablo's NASA Space Apps Challenge Experience

Posted by Kate O'Brien on 30 September 2025
Pablo Periañez Cabrero completed his bachelor’s degree in software engineering at the University of Seville, and then continued to study, pursuing a master’s degree in Computer Science at University College Dublin. In September 2025, after completing his master’s degree, Pablo began working as a Technology Consultant at one of the Big 4, as part of the Systems Engineering team. The team is responsible for building, managing, and maintaining mission-critical applications. These transformations are normally meant to increase productivity in different areas of the business.
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Student Discounts in Dublin *Updated August 2025*

Posted by Ella McDaid on 23 September 2025
Who loves a discount more than students? Attending college is a time when you may be working part-time along with trying to focus on your studies so your time is tight but so too are your finances.
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CAO Offers: What To Do If You Didn’t Get The Offer You Wanted

Posted by Andrea Leyden on 28 August 2025
CAO Round 1 offers were released on Tuesday, 27th August at 2pm, and for many students, it’s been a whirlwind of emotions. If you didn’t get the offer you were hoping for, take a deep breath—there are still plenty of options available to you.
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To The Moon and Back: Rabin's NASA Space Apps Challenge Experience

Posted by Kate O'Brien on 14 August 2025
Rabin William is currently the Accelerometer product lead at Innalabs, an inertial sensor manufacturer. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Physics and a master’s degree in Space Science and Technology.
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To The Moon and Back: Max's NASA Space Apps Challenge Experience

Posted by Kate O'Brien on 08 August 2025
Maximilian Schöll is currently completing his master's degree in Computer Science in Dublin at UCD. Max previously studied in Germany, he holds a bachelor's degree in Computer Science with a focus on IT Security. Currently, Max works as a Data Scientist for a Swiss-based clinical research department.
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Gaining More than Qualifications: Deirdre's Springboard+ Student Story

Posted by Kate O'Brien on 21 July 2025
Deirdre Monks is a business woman, a busy working mother, and she is a proud advocate for returning to education and encouraging others to pursue their ambitions. In this blog post, Deirdre shares the story of how she made the decision to study the Higher Diploma in Science in Data Analytics under the Springboard+ initiative ten years ago, and why it was one of the best decisions she has ever made.
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To The Moon and Back: Lian's NASA Space Apps Challenge Experience

Posted by Kate O'Brien on 18 July 2025
Lian Fernandes is a 2nd year undergraduate student at UCD. She is studying Physics with Astronomy and Space Science. Lian says that her course has given her a solid foundation in scientific and creative thinking, problem-solving, and curiosity-driven exploration.
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Why Attend A College Open Evening?

Posted by Andrea Leyden on 09 June 2025
Thinking about returning to education? Whether you're aiming to upskill, pivot your career, or take the next step professionally, choosing the right postgraduate programme is a big decision. Your choice can play a huge part in your overall experience, so it’s a good idea to do plenty of research before taking the next steps. One of the best ways to make an informed choice is by attending a college Open Evening. Here’s why it’s worth your time:
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5 Tips to Help You Navigate Starting College

Posted by Conor Sisk on 27 August 2024
Starting college is an exciting time for any undergraduate student. Meeting new people, exploring a new campus and potentially living away from home for the first time are just some of the changes you may face as you embark on this next stage of your educational journey.
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