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Academic Resource Office (ARO)
Beginning a third level course can be a scary experience and whether you are joining us from Leaving Cert, FETAC or as a mature student, undertaking academic study is always a challenge!
At Carlow College we want all our students to achieve their academic best, and the Academic Resource Office (ARO) is part of a wider team which includes lecturers, Academic Advisors, and support staff whose aim is to support and guide you in your studies.
Carlow College is committed to providing an equal opportunity learning environment for all students and The Academic Resource Office (ARO) was established to promote Carlow College’s response to increasing diversity among its student population.
Its aim is to help students develop key academic skills through the provision of an Academic Skills module, learning support classes and workshops, help in developing their research and writing skills, and in the planning and structuring of academic written work.
Lisa Fortune is the Academic Resource Officer
Lisa co-ordinates the learning supports available for students and delivers the mandatory Academic Skills module to first year students across all programmes. She is also the contact person for students with additional learning needs/requirements. If you have any questions or need further advice on the support options available please contact Lisa via email lfortune@carlowcollege.ie or phone-059-9153223.
You may also download our information leaflet here which should answer many of your questions
Every student is an individual and therefore may have different academic needs/supports.
The initial starting point is a needs assessment with the Academic Resource Officer which identifies the academic and personal supports which can be put in place in order to help you achieve your potential at college. At your needs assessment your support requirements will be discussed in detail. Where appropriate, arrangements at second and further education levels will be continued.
If you have a disability/specific learning need. please click here for our infomation leaflet which outlines the services and supports you can expect at Carlow College.
Restricted Mobility
While every attempt is made to provide reasonable accomodation for learners with physical disabilities, Carlow College is a listed building with limits imposed on the structural modifications that can be made. As all areas cannot be universally accessed, applicants with restricted mobility are strongly advised to make an appointment to visit the College to explore its suitability for individual learning needs.
Email: lfortune@carlowcollege.ie
Learning Support Classes
Please click here for information about learning support classes during February and March 2012.
Essay Doctor
The Essay Doctor Service supports students with the preparation of assignments and the development of their academic writing skills. Appointments with Eric Derr can be made on an individual or small group basis. Please click here for information.
Useful resources for Students:
Contact Email: essaydoctor@carlowcollege.ie
Learning Support Tutor
Students who need specific help improving their grammar, spelling and punctuation can avail of appointments with Aidan Doyle on an individual or small group basis.
Contact Email: supporttutor@carlowcollege.ie
For further information about how the Academic Resource Office (ARO) can help with your studies please click here.
Further Information and Important Policy Documents
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