Academic Support

Beginning a third level course can be a scary

experience and whether you are joining us from

Leaving Certificate, 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 Lisa Fortune

our Academic Resource Officer, is part of a

wider college team whose aim is to support and

guide you in your studies.

In year one all students undertake courses designed

to help develop the necessary academic, IT,

and information literacy skills needed for study at

third level. In addition, the Academic Resource

Officer runs a series of learning support sessions

during the year which are intended to help

students adapt to the demands of college, and to

plan and manage their studies.

Students with a disability / specific learning

need are encouraged to contact the Academic

Resource Officer for an educational needs

assessment to identify and plan academic

support needs.

Lisa Fortune is available Monday, Tuesday &

Thursday 9am – 5pm and can be contacted directly

on 059 9153231, or by email

at lfortune@carlowcollege.ie.