The Irish Universities Association is the representative body for Ireland’s seven universities. Through consultation and collaborative projects we develop strategy and policy to advance third and fourth level education and research. Our shared aim is to maximise the universities’ contribution to Ireland’s social, cultural and economic well-being.
Education News
Announcement and Events
- 12th August: IUA Response to comments from Minister McHugh regarding the freezing of student fees
- 25th July- Budget 2020: IUA calls on Government to urgently invest in Ireland’s future talent and innovation in Budget 2020
- 17th July – Micheál Martin calls for a separate Department of Higher Education and Research at IUA Future of Ireland Event – Download full speech
- 21 June 2019- IUA Statement in response to the Call for Proposals for the Senior Academic Leadership Initiative (SALI)
- June 20th – IUA and the Irish Refugee Council welcome changes to a Support Scheme to allow more young people in direct provision enter Irish higher education