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Explore all graduate advice and guidance on gradireland

On gradireland you'll find graduate careers advice on a huge range of topics – and we're adding more all the time. Compare career options with information on what to expect from working life in different sectors, then learn how you can develop your skills, gain work experience and succeed in applications and interviews. If you're not sure what you'd like to do, don't panic: we're here to help you take those first steps into making career decisions. We also have articles on how to make the most of uni life, organise your job hunt, juggle job offers and more. Whether you're in your first year of university or have already graduated, our career advice for students and graduates will set you on the right path.
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Research chemist

Job descriptions and industry overviews

Research chemists work across a range of industries and the public sector giving graduates scope to specialise in the area that most interests them.

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How to apply successfully for funding

Careers advice and planning

Competition for funding is rising, so follow our advice to help make the application process easier.

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Postgraduate study in Germany

Geographical

There is a great variety of postgraduate options to choose from in Germany.

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Funding from Research Councils

Careers advice and planning

Funding for research students is likely to come from the Irish Research Council or similar dedicated bodies in the UK. Find out which programme could provide funding for you.

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Cross-border costs and funding: Ireland and Northern Ireland

Careers advice and planning

Useful tips if you're thinking of moving from the Republic of Ireland to Northern Ireland, or vice versa, for a postgraduate course.

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My postgraduate study: Noel Connors (PhD, SETU Waterford)

Postgraduate study and qualifications
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Aidan Maher, Site Manager, Clancy Construction

Profiles
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Siobhan O'Shea, Engineer, Clifton Scannell Associates

Profiles
Property, construction & QS+6
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Colm Ó hArgáin, Ardoifigeach Feidhmiúcháin (Higher Executive Officer) Foras na Gaeilge

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Breda Ní Mhaoláin, Aistritheoir, Ateangaire (Translator, Interpreter) Oireachtas

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Paddy Power, Insurance Practitioner Apprentice, Wright Insurance Brokers

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#GradStories Kate Ní Chonfhaola, Abhcóide (Barrister)

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