Welcome to
Mature Students Ireland
Supporting Mature Students in Higher Education
Our Institutions
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ATU is a multi-campus technological university in the west and northwest of Ireland that delivers a rich combination of academic and research excellence, quality of life and opportunity.
MIC is a multi-campus institution, with a student population of over 5,000 students enrolled in undergraduate programmes in Primary and Post-Primary Education, Psychology, Liberal Arts and Early Childhood Care and Education,
Through inclusive education and high-quality research, South East Technological University drives innovation, empowers communities, and delivers transformative impact for the south east of Ireland.
As a student at UCC, you will join a family that is woven from the threads of ancient heritage and a distinctly modern focus. Start your learning journey today!
Through education, research and innovation, we are focused on delivering real impact, and addressing global challenges in collaboration with our partners and stakeholders.
Maynooth University is a place of lively contrasts–a modern institution, dynamic, rapidly-growing, research-led and engaged, yet grounded in historic academic strengths and scholarly traditions.
A heritage of over 200 years. Resources of a contemporary university. A supportive community. Student-centred teaching. An international reputation in Theology, Philosophy, Canon Law and related areas.
UCD is a research-intensive global university with purpose, drive and ambition.
DkIT is the leading Higher Education Institute of the North Leinster South Ulster Region.
Munster Technological University is a multi-campus technological university, contributing to the region through the provision of academic programmes that support student development and opportunities, education, and research.
At TUS our focus is on applied learning and innovation whilst taking advantage of small class sizes and leveraging close industry ties, linking first-class education with excellent employment opportunities.
One of Ireland's oldest, largest and most prestigious universities, University of Galway has been shaping the world and inspiring leaders since 1845.
IADT is a leader in higher education with a specialist focus on the development of future makers, shapers, technologists, thinkers, storytellers and creators who lead and innovate in a changing digital world.
At NCI our mission is ‘to change lives through education’: choose your programme, and we will work with you to help you succeed.
As Ireland’s leading university in the heart of Dublin City, we are inspiring the next generation of global citizens and global leaders.
UL is an independent research-led university offering undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences; Education and Health Sciences, Science and Engineering and the Kemmy Business School.
Useful Resources
Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI) is the national Student Grant Awarding Authority.
SUSI provide financial support to students studying full-time and part-time courses in publicly funded Institutions in Ireland.
The Higher Education Authority (HEA) is the statutory planning and policy development body for Higher Education in Ireland. Information on financial support available to you is all contained on their website.
The Central Applications Office (CAO) processes all undergraduate applications for Higher Education Institutions. You apply here and if successful, it is the CAO that officially offer the places in our Institutions.
All of the information on Higher Education (including useful links) in one place.
Uversity is a registered Charity that awards Higher Education Scholarships to Adult Learners, aged 23 and over, to enable them to pursue a Bachelor’s Degree for their first time. Degrees can be in any discipline in selected institutions on the island of Ireland. Preference is given to candidates enrolling on full-time degree courses.
The National Tertiary Office (NTO) supports students by guaranteeing progression to Higher Education by commencing your studies in Further Education and Training.
A new approach to pursuing Higher Education.
Access and Transition Courses
There are Access Courses in a selection of Irish Institutions. Some are listed below. Check with the institutions above regarding what is available.
There are also great Further Education Courses in your community that will provide you with the entry requirements (in most cases) and also afford a different entry route (in most cases) to Higher Education upon completion (QQI/FET Entry Route).