Technological University of the Shannon endorses Minister's statement on lifelong learning

Study in Ireland: Technological University of the Shannon offers many online and part-time courses which also comprises those which are funded by initiatives such as SUSI, Human Capital Initiative (HCI), Springboard+, and Skillnet Ireland.

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Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science Patrick O’Donovan, TD recently encouraged the public to engage in lifelong learning, and now the Technological University of the Shannon (TUS) in Ireland has endorsed his statement.

The minister's remark came after the release of a new report which revealed a notable increase in lifelong learning participation across Ireland. Skills and Labour Market Research Unit (SLMRU) in SOLAS prepared the report using data from the CSO’s Labour Force Survey. This report reveals the country's lifelong learning rate has increased by 14% in Q4 of 2023.

Dean of Flexible and Workplace Learning at TUS Seamus Hoyne said, “At TUS, we are dedicated to offering flexible learning opportunities that cater to the diverse needs of our learners. The surge in lifelong learning participation highlights the commitment of individuals who recognise the importance of upskilling and reskilling. Our online learning model has seen substantial growth, driven by the flexibility it offers and our focus on engaging adult learners. We are proud to support this mission and will continue to broaden our programme offerings to ensure they remain accessible and inclusive.”

Dean of the Faculty of Continuing, Professional, Online, and Distance Learning Dr Michael Tobin commented, “At TUS, we recognise the importance of lifelong learning in today’s dynamic environment. The positive statistics from the recent report underscore the critical role of flexible and continuing education in equipping individuals with the skills needed to thrive. New initiatives such as the TUS Learning Gates programme have enhanced engagement in lifelong learning by improving accessibility in rural towns, villages, and islands across Ireland. We will continue to lead in providing high-quality, accessible education to support lifelong learning.”

TUS offers many online, part-time courses

The university offers various part-time and online courses for students looking for lifelong learning. Many programs are funded through initiatives including SUSI, Human Capital Initiative (HCI), Springboard+, and Skillnet Ireland. All these courses are designed to support learners at various stages of their careers. The university also announced new part-time courses in the newly introduced SUSI-supported Part-Time Fee Scheme for Specified Undergraduate Courses.

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