Monaghan County Council in collaboration with the LOETB Mount Lucas and SEAI are bringing the Mount Lucas Retrofitting rig to Monaghan Institute’s carpark from 30th September until 2nd October.  This fully-equipped mobile NZEB (Nearly Zero Energy Building) unit allows for training on energy upgrades and retrofitting.   A range of formal …

Returning to college as a mature student was daunting, but it was something I had always kept in the back of my mind. However, I decided to take the plunge and register for an QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Applied Social Studies at Monaghan Institute. Looking back, it was …

Harvey Colleran, a recent graduate from Monaghan Institute’s Biomedical Science course, has been successful in gaining a place at DCU to study Physical Education and Maths alongside Secondary Teaching. Harvey states “My experience with Monaghan Institute was surprisingly enjoyable. MI did change me as a person, and for the better, …

Each year many mature learners attend and graduate from Monaghan Institute.  Their decision to return to education is one that is not taken lightly, much thought and preparation is undertaken before they even apply for a course. This article will look at some of the challenges that a mature learner …

Monaghan Institute’s Creative Media students rounded off the year with an unforgettable experience touring a TOP SECRET film set in Monaghan with Deadpan Pictures for their upcoming comedy-drama series ‘Video Nasty’. From meeting industry pros to seeing the magic of filmmaking up close, it was a great adventure. Our future …

Monaghan Institute’s dedication to environmental matters continues to grow with the success of its “Metre of Meadow” initiative. Launched in May 2023, this project has transformed sections of the campus into vibrant wildflower spaces, fostering biodiversity and enhancing the beauty of the institute’s surroundings. The ‘Metre of Meadow’ challenges schools …

Monaghan Institute student Hazel Creaney was recently awarded a Uversity Higher Education Scholarship. Uversity is a registered organisation to enable adult learners to pursue a college degree for the first time.  The organisation provides funding and educational supports for adult learners. Their main objective is to alleviate the financial barriers …

This is a great opportunity to avail of a tour of our campus and gain an insight into the many opportunities on offer at Monaghan Institute – Get a feel for college life!   Meet with our dedicated staff team to find out more about the large range of courses available …

Monaghan Institute is delighted to share a new collaboration with Dundalk Institute of Technology (DkIT), focusing on enhanced educational opportunities for students of the region. Under this arrangement, graduates from Monaghan Institute with a QQI Level 5 and 6 Business qualification with four distinctions or equivalent, can gain advanced entry …

Monaghan Institute Software Development and Engineering Technology students are currently on a two-week Erasmus+ work placement exchange programme in the Netherlands. This invaluable experience in conjunction with our host college ROC Friese Poort, now Firda, is made possible through the funding of the Erasmus+ Programme by the European Union. It …