Irish Universities Association’s Post

2025 is the last chance for Government to advance its €307m commitment to closing the higher education funding gap. Read our Pre-Budget Submission in which we urge the Government to accelerate the closure of the funding shortfall in our universities. https://lnkd.in/eZ_VPhj8 Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science | Patrick O'Donovan TD Jim Miley Lisa Keating Lewis Purser University of Galway University College Dublin University College Cork Trinity College Dublin Maynooth University University of Limerick Dublin City University Technological University Dublin

PhD researchers drive innovation, but they also play a crucial role in mentoring undergraduates and fostering a vibrant community eager to discover and learn. One such researcher is Patrick Dolan, who was a finalist in last years #IUA3MT from University of Limerick #researchers #research #innovation #influence #leaders #education #highereducation

Second edition of Irish Universities Association Bulletin – July 2024! In this edition we focus on our Pre-Budget Submission. We also have updates on New Reports and Appointments⬇

The €307m funding shortfall identified by Government in May 2022 has been exacerbated by a failure to provide sufficient funds for national pay awards agreed by Government. Almost all of the extra €100m provided over the last two years under Funding the Future has been eroded by an under-funding of pay awards, leaving universities materially short of funds to pay existing staff.   In the Pre-Budget Submission the IUA is calling for: 🔴A €92m supplementary budget in 2024 to cover the costs of existing staff; 🔴A further €171m in Budget 2025 to continue covering existing staff costs; 🔴At least €120m additional Funding the Future allocation. This would still leave almost one-third of the €307m funding gap after three successive budget. ➡ Read submission: https://lnkd.in/eZ_VPhj8 Patrick O'Donovan TD Fine Gael Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science Jim Miley Orla Feely University College Dublin Linda Doyle Trinity College Dublin Daire Keogh Dublin City University John O'Halloran University College Cork University of Galway Maynooth University University of Limerick Technological University Dublin

We are calling on the recently appointed Minister Patrick O'Donovan TD for Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, to urgently address higher education funding gap to secure the pipeline of future talent, fundamental to the needs of the economy. 🔗 Read our pre-budget submission: https://lnkd.in/epnMF-fn #futuretalent #talent #university #universities #education #highereducation #skills #upskill #reskill

PhD researchers drive innovation. Their dedication to advancing knowledge brings immense value to academic institutions and society as a whole. The IUA Three Minute Thesis competition highlighted remarkable researchers such as Lianne Shanley, Trinity College Dublin.

Did you know today is Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Day? A day to recognise the significant role that SMEs play in the global economy, crucial for economic growth, job creation, and innovation. Universities highly value their partnerships with SMEs, collaborating to enhance staff training and upskilling through flexible courses like MicroCreds and pathways such as Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Additionally, universities work closely with SMEs on student placements and co-creating courses. These initiatives advance the learning material to ensure graduates are equipped with the skills and knowledge that meet industry needs. #SMEsDay 🔗 https://lnkd.in/edAM3Zba

We’re taking a moment to reflect on the PhD researchers who contribute to groundbreaking discoveries, develop new technologies, and offer fresh perspectives on pressing global challenges. You may recognise Astrid Dedieu from last year’s #IUA3MT national competition! UCC Research