DCU Access to the Workplace helped PwC Tax Associate Illan Dunne kickstart his career. This summer, Access student Matthew Reilly is hoping his own internship in PwC will help him choose a path for his future. In this video, Matthew, Illan, and Niamh McInerney, Director of Talent Acquisition at PwC, share their experiences with the...Continue Reading
For many students, making the leap from a brilliant idea scribbled in a notebook to a fully functioning business can feel out of reach. DCU:Innovate Catalyst is a new student entrepreneurship hub dedicated to transforming those ideas into real-world action. Catalyst offers students a structured pathway from exploring entrepreneurship to taking action, forming ventures, and becoming...Continue Reading
Transforming ideas into action… At DCU, we believe that the next generation of young innovators and problem-solvers has the potential to tackle some of the world’s greatest challenges, deliver cutting-edge products, and future-proof the Irish economy. Homegrown talent is vital to the success and independence of Ireland’s economy—and together, we can help creative thinkers turn...Continue Reading
Children in DEIS schools amongst over 1 million to benefit nationwide DCU Educational Trust is one of over 170 organisations benefitting from the latest round of RTÉ Toy Show Grants which have been made possible by the generosity of the annual television spectacle. The announcement of grants (23rd June 2026) has been made by Community...Continue Reading
DCU Changemaker Schools Network is based on one very simple yet powerful idea: that all children can be changemakers. Across Ireland, over 50 member schools are working to equip their students with the essential skills of empathy, creativity, leadership and teamwork so they are ready to thrive in the modern world and to address societal...Continue Reading
A new memorial bursary honouring the life of Oisín Hoy will support students to take advantage of study abroad opportunities as part of their undergraduate studies in Dublin City University. Oisín Hoy was a much-loved son and brother, who had a passion for meeting new people and exploring different cultures. The 29-year-old Dubliner and DCU...Continue Reading
One in four (25%) of corporate employees self-identify or have been diagnosed as neurodivergent, according to new research from DCU Institute of Education, with support from Bank of Ireland and Accenture through DCU Educational Trust. The research surveyed more than 1,500 neurodivergent and neuromajority (neurotypical) employees across three corporate workplaces. It also included six focus...Continue Reading
Microsoft Ireland has awarded funding for two doctoral scholarships in Dublin City University that will advance research on artificial intelligence (AI) in education and on the regulation of new health technologies. The Microsoft PhD Scholarships include a doctoral scholarship in DCU Centre for Assessment Research Policy and Practice in Education (CARPE) that will advance research...Continue Reading
DCU Educational Trust has once again been awarded Triple Lock status by the Charities Institute Ireland (CII), reflecting our commitment to transparent reporting, ethical fundraising and strong governance structures. The Triple Lock Standard is awarded annually to charities that demonstrate the highest standards of transparency, governance, and ethical fundraising. It ensures the public, donors, and beneficiaries can...Continue Reading
Elena Connolly is Head of People and Culture with chartered accountancy firm BDO. In this piece, she describes how the firm’s support for DCU Access to the Workplace is contributing to a more diverse, inclusive and innovative workforce. What motivates BDO Ireland to support the DCU Access Programme? BDO Ireland is proud to support the...Continue Reading
