MTU Cork Access Service

04/09/2026

MTU Cork Campus Parent, Guardian, Families and Supporters Information Session

The transition to third-level education can be quite daunting for many students, and we at MTU endeavour to make that transition as smooth as possible. There are many supports and services available to students, not only for this transitional period, but throughout their time at MTU.

We are hosting a drop-in information session for parents, guardians, supporters and family members.

🔵Sunday 13th September 2026
🔴Le Chéile Building, MTU Bishopstown Campus

⏺️ 2.00pm Tea/Coffee on arrival
⏺️2.15pm Welcome and Introductions – Dr Deirdre Creedon, Student Affairs Manager (Cork Campus) and MTU Head of Access and Disability
⏺️2.25pm Student Services
⏺️2.35pm Access Service
⏺️2.45pm Counselling
⏺️2.55pm Pastoral Care
⏺️3.05pm MTUArena
⏺️3.15pm Fees Office
⏺️3.25pm Practical Tips – Lockers, Parking, and more
⏺️3.35pm Optional Tour of the Campus

This is an opportunity for you to:
➡Gain an insight into life as a student at MTU and what students can expect.
➡Meet some of the Student Affairs team based on the Cork Campus.
➡Hear about the resources & supports available to assist students in dealing with academic, financial, or personal issues.

If you would like to attend this event, please register your attendance by 1pm on 10th of September 2026 via https://bit.ly/4zRb2wR

For specific enquiries regarding this event, please contact [email protected]

Please also indicate if you have any accessibility requirements, e.g. ISL interpreter.

03/09/2026

Mary, our Disability Projects Coordinator, & Emily, our Access Administrator, were representing the Access team at the MTU International Orientation today in the Nexus. Great to meet incoming international students from around the globe 🌍 Welcome to MTU!

02/09/2026

A full list of maintenance grant payment dates for the 26/27 academic year can be found here: https://www.susi.ie/payments/ 💻

Log in to the ‘My Banking’ section of your SUSI student portal to check your bank details.

02/09/2026

Starting college as a mature student is an exciting step, and this Saturday we look forward to welcoming our newest cohort of mature students to MTU Cork Campus.

The Mature Student Orientation brings together students from the Bishopstown Campus, Crawford College of Art and Design, Cork School of Music, and National Maritime College of Ireland for a morning of information and connection.

It’s a chance to meet the Mature Student Support Team, connect with other students beginning a similar journey, and discover the wide range of post-entry supports available throughout your time at MTU.

We can’t wait to meet you and help you get started on this exciting new chapter. Welcome to MTU!
It’s not too late to register for the orientation, visit www.mtu.ie/orientation/cork-campus-orientations/ for more information.

Welcome to MTU!

01/09/2026

Louise, our Linked Schools Coordinator, and Nicola, our Mature Student Administrator, are on the road this week for the North Cork Education & Training Information Mornings.

Having already visited the Mitchelstown and Fermoy FET Centres, they’ll be stopping off at:
➡️2 Sept - Mallow FET Centre�➡️3 Sept - Charleville FET Centre�➡️4 Sept - Millstreet FET Centre

Drop by to learn more about the Access Service, the student groups we support, and the various pathways to higher education, including HEAR, DARE, QQI and Mature Student entry routes.

You’ll also get information on our part-time Access Module, Professional Readiness, beginning on 25 September.

01/09/2026

The 1916 Bursary is a financial award to encourage the participation and success of students from sections of society that are significantly under-represented in higher education.

Applications for 2026/2027 academic year will open on Thursday, 3 September at 9.00am and will close on Friday, 9 October at 5.00pm.

Please visit https://1916bursary.ie/ for more information and to apply.

Please allow time for you to complete the application and gather the required supporting documentation.

31/08/2026

Equal Access Survey 2026/27 – Your voice matters

Starting higher education this year?

As part of the registration process, please take a few minutes to complete the HEA’s Equal Access Survey.

This survey plays a vital role in helping us understand and address barriers to higher education. By gathering information on areas such as disability, ethnicity, lone parenthood status, and commute times, the data helps build the evidence needed to shape policies and supports that promote access, inclusion and equity across the higher education sector.

The survey is confidential, GDPR-compliant, and only anonymous aggregate data is published.

Every response helps build a more inclusive future for all students.

Learn more: Equal Access Survey FAQ - https://lnkd.in/dw6MJK9J

27/08/2026

Are you an incoming student to MTU Cork Campus who is care experienced?

We look forward to supporting you on your educational journey and helping you make the most of your time at MTU.

📧 Get in touch with the MTU Cork Access Service team via email or pop into the Access Service in the Student Centre:
▪️ HEAR students: [email protected]
▪️ QQI & Mature Students: [email protected]

Alternatively you can contact our Care Experienced Personal Support Advocate, Prof. Margaret Linehan on [email protected]

We're here to help every step of the way 😊

Congratulations to everyone who received a CAO offer this week! 😊

If you're care-experienced, it's worth getting in touch with your Access Office when you start college 📌

They can help you understand what supports are available and connect you with the right services to help you make the most of your college experience 💜

You can find contact details on your college or university's website, or by visiting in person 👋

25/08/2026

Invitations have been emailed to all applicable incoming first year Mature Students for the MTU Cork Campus Preparatory Maths Programme.

The aim of this programme is to provide full-time undergraduate mature students with a gentle introduction to mathematics before they begin their programme of study. We hope to alleviate any concerns incoming students may have about studying mathematics and introduce them to the supports on offer should they need them throughout the academic year.

Please check your email (as listed on your CAO application) for further information or queries can be emailed to [email protected]

This programme is delivered in conjunction with Department of Mathematics.

25/08/2026

Did you know that the annual rate of maintenance grant is increasing in 2026/27 for students who live more than 30kms from their college? See https://www.susi.ie/news/budget-2026/ for all the details and check out how SUSI works at www.susi.ie