Irish Universities Association

Irish Universities Association The Voice of the Irish University Sector.

This page is run by the Irish Universities Association on behalf of their 7 university members - DCU, MU, TCD, UCC, UCD, UL and University of Galway

07/05/2026

As Minister James Lawless TD highlights “Our competitiveness, our innovation capacity and our long‑term economic resilience will depend on whether we invest now, not later, in the skills of our people” As we are now in a period of rapid technological disruption. IUA Universities are responding by preparing graduates to be ready for what’s next through both transversal skills in conjunction with discipline expertise.


Department of Further and Higher Education Research Innovation & Science, University of Limerick

27/04/2026

As technologies evolve and energy demands grow, universities are preparing students to be ready for what’s next. Through industry-informed learning, students like Dale in DCU are building the skills needed to power Ireland’s sustainable future - From optimising energy systems to reducing consumption, their work is already shaping real-world solutions.

22/04/2026

Through industry-informed learning, students in Maynooth University are developing the skills Ireland’s healthcare system depends on. From the lab to real-world application, that work is already making a difference.
As technologies evolve and work practices continue to change, universities are adapting in real time, ensuring students are equipped with the skills needed across every sector.

02/04/2026

“I would say that I’m very openly and proudly autistic” - Matthew Smith DCU Graduate.🎓 IUA universities are continually working to build more inclusive, supportive campuses for neurodivergent students. Today, on World Autism Awareness Day, we’re spotlighting the work of Dublin City University - the world’s first designated autism-friendly university.

From campus-wide sensory audits to quiet zones, sensory pods in the library, and thoughtful “escape hatches” in busy spaces, DCU has embedded inclusion into the student experience. Alongside this, university-wide staff training is helping to foster a culture of understanding and support.

This is just one example of the impact of this work, supporting talented, passionate students to pursue their ambitions in environments where they can thrive.

🎥This clip is from Episode 1 of My Uni Life, catch the full series on our YouTube channel.

DCU Access

Saint Patrick's Day is a reminder of how connected Ireland is to people across the globe. Irish universities reflect tha...
16/03/2026

Saint Patrick's Day is a reminder of how connected Ireland is to people across the globe. Irish universities reflect that, welcoming students, researchers and staff from around the world to live, study and work here. 🇮🇪
International students enrich Irish society and campus life every day, bringing new perspectives, cultures and ideas that strengthen learning for everyone. Irish students benefit enormously from studying and collaborating with colleagues from different backgrounds and experiences. Our economy and our society are stronger because of this diversity.
✈️ That global exchange also works both ways. Every year, Irish students travel abroad as part of their studies, experiencing new cultures, building international friendships and bringing fresh ideas and perspectives back to Ireland.
This St Patrick’s Day, we wish all students, researchers, staff and alumni across IUA universities a wonderful celebration. ☘️

SALI (the Senior Academic Leadership Initiative) is a sector-wide commitment to strengthening gender balance in the most...
08/03/2026

SALI (the Senior Academic Leadership Initiative) is a sector-wide commitment to strengthening gender balance in the most senior academic positions across Ireland’s universities. This , we highlight the impact of that commitment.

SALI is about embedding excellence through inclusive practice. When academic leadership reflects the full breadth of talent in our system its benefits are felt across research, innovation and education.

Learn more about the work and the impact of the SALI appointees - https://www.iua.ie/senior-academic-leadership-initiative-sali/

Irish universities are teaching and mentoring the next generation of writers, nurturing the talent that will shape tomor...
05/03/2026

Irish universities are teaching and mentoring the next generation of writers, nurturing the talent that will shape tomorrow’s stories. This , we celebrate the role universities play in advancing and reimagining Irish and global literature📚

Award-winning contemporary authors such as Niamh Campbell, University College Dublin, Joseph O’Connor, University of Limerick, and Eimear Ryan, University College Cork, and acclaimed lecturers including Dr Shauna Gilligan, Maynooth University, and Paula Meehan, DCU, continue to inspire the next generation of writers.

…And that’s not to mention the thousands of alumni and academics who have authored, co-authored and contributed to books shaping debate, discovery and culture worldwide.
Trinity College Dublin, University of Galway

27/02/2026

Well would you look at that... My Uni Life series 2 is back on our screens🤭
The series follows students as they navigate the highs, hurdles and everything in between throughout their university life. 👀Catch it tomorrow, Saturday at 15:10 on RTÉ One!

Living with ADHD and dyslexia, Molly realised that DARE wasn’t an advantage, it was a way to level the playing field. Wi...
18/02/2026

Living with ADHD and dyslexia, Molly realised that DARE wasn’t an advantage, it was a way to level the playing field. With the right supports in place, she’s now thriving academically and finding her voice in university life.
Her story highlights why access schemes matter.
👉 Discover Molly’s journey here: https://www.iua.ie/generation-access/generation-access-university-of-galway/

At 65, Vera decided retirement wasn’t for her... After working for over 50 years, she discovered the Trinity Access Prog...
16/02/2026

At 65, Vera decided retirement wasn’t for her...
After working for over 50 years, she discovered the Trinity Access Programmes Foundation Course for mature students. What stood out? Admissions that value life experience, not just exam points.

Starting college more than five decades after leaving school was daunting. But with the right supports in place, from Disability Services to a dedicated tutor, Vera found her confidence and her place. Today, she’s a History student thriving in university life.

Vera’s story is a powerful reminder that access to education doesn’t have an age limit. 👉Read her full story here: https://www.iua.ie/generation-access/generation-access-trinity/

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