To Do List

How to get started on my Irish University Journey with The Learner’s Journey

STEP 1

Read University Speaking Ireland

STEP 2

Contact The Learner’s Journey and find out when there is a group counselling session happening at or near your child’s school click here. The group session will get them started with creating the criteria for their university search.

STEP 3

Book an appointment with Heidi at The Learner’s Journey for an individual counselling session. The individual session will include guided research for university and degree selection.

Step 4

Be on a fact-finding mission. Attend as many university information sessions and expos with your child as possible.

• Follow events and fairs at Education in Ireland

• Follow social media for Education in Ireland for updated information at:

• Global Education Expos

Step 5

To find the right course, visit Qualifax and follow these steps:

• Type in www.qualifax.ie

• Go to “Student” Tab (top) and click,

• go to “Course Search” (left side) and click

• On the left menu go to “Higher Education (CAO)” for Undergraduate or

• On the left menu go to “Postgraduate” for Masters or PhD Courses

• In the “Course Title / Keyword” Box, type in the course you are looking for and

• press “Search” at the bottom. This brings up the Irish Universities offering that course.

Step 6

Finalise the list of university choices by the beginning of Prelim Exams. Be aware that Medicine application deadlines will be earlier – that schedule will be put in place during individual counselling with The Learner’s Journey

STEP 7

Support your child to study hard and get the best results that they can.

STEP 8

Review university choices – The Learner’s Journey will direct the application process.