Please watch this very informative and useful webinar by Julie O’Connor at Synergy Careers, talking about Careers in Sport.

The Careers in…. Series aims to inform viewers, of the variety of course options to suit different academic abilities, aptitudes and interests. The video aims to give an insight into subject/grade requirements, key skills and qualities suited, job prospects, course content and more.

You will get insight from careers guidance perspective along with college/course options to suit all levels, professional body insight and hear from someone working in the industry.
The video features representatives from UL, LIT and head of Elite Athletes in NUIG, Fearghal O’Callaghan, as a professional working in the area.

  • 0-20 mins approx : Julie O’Connor, Synergy Careers, on who is best suited, career options, course options from apprenticeship route/PLC/I.T./Universities and requirements
  • 20-32 mins :Dr. Stephen Ryan, Academic Registry UL, on 3 key courses offered in UL, scholarships and facilities
  • 32 – 45 mins: Feargal O’Callaghan, professional and graduate of Sports and Exercise Science UL, working in NUIG with Elite athletes – great tips and advice and interesting career path
  • 45-60mins : Michael Fennelly, LIT Thurles campus talks about the variety of courses offered and facilities
  •  60- 75mins : Kelvin Harold, LIT Limerick campus, talked about course options, scholarships and facilities
  • All giving  a great insight into employment opportunities and key employers.