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From the Classroom to the Stuart Court: Richard Maher Launches New Biography, ‘Sir Charles Wogan’
We are thrilled to celebrate a major milestone for one of our own; Richard Maher, a dedicated member of our teaching staff at Rathmines College of Further Education, who officially launched his highly anticipated new book: Sir Charles Wogan: Jacobite, Soldier, Royal Agent & Man of Letters.
Events News
02 February, 2026
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Sustainable Innovation: A Visit to the Rediscovery Centre
Our Business and Marketing students recently traded the classroom for the Rediscovery Centre in Ballymun, the National Centre for the Circular Economy. This field trip offered a fascinating look at how sustainability can be the heartbeat of a successful business.
Events News
01 January, 2026
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Careers Fair 2026
The energy was electric in Rathmines College on **Thursday, 22nd January**, as we hosted our annual Careers Day. For our students, it was a fantastic opportunity to step out of their daily routine and engage in meaningful, face-to-face conversations with industry leaders.
Events News
01 January, 2026
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Discover Your Future at the Rathmines College Open Day!
Thinking about your next move? Whether you’re finishing school or looking to jump back into education, our Open Day is the perfect place to start.
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01 January, 2026
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Christmas at Rathmines College
Seasons Greetings from All @ Rathmines College- with Bake off and Christmas Jumper Day, the Holiday Seasons has officially started at Rathmines College
Events News
12 December, 2025
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Another Victory- this time over RCSI💪⚽
We are through to the semis-final stages with another fantastic victory, over RCSI this week! 💪⚽ Well done to everyone involved🔥👏
Student Blog Events News
11 November, 2025
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College Awareness Week- Nov 17th-23rd
As we celebrate **College Awareness Week** (November 17th - 23rd), a nationwide initiative to help students explore their options for further and higher education, there's no better time to look at the incredible progression paths our students create for themselves here at Rathmines College. #CollegeAwarenessWeek
Events News
11 November, 2025
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Give ’em Pumpkin to talk about- RAG Day at Rathmines
23rd Oct 2025 was quite an unforgettable day, everyone including the teachers were dressed up in incredible Halloween costumes and the Rathmines college had its spook on, decorations, music, snacks and activities and the highlight of the day the magic show (no one can forget when he shoved himself in the big balloon, quite impressive).   
Student Blog Events News
11 November, 2025
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Halloween at Rathmines College
🎃 Rathmines College's RAG Day on Oct 23rd was a "fang-tastic" success! Students enjoyed Halloween costumes, table tennis, a magician, and PS5. Marketing students conducted interviews. View the photo gallery for all the ghoulish glamour!
Events News
10 October, 2025
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Victory over DCU 💪⚽
We kicked off the season in style with a fantastic victory over DCU this week! 💪⚽ Perfect weather, great football, and an even better result. ☀️ Well done to everyone involved — what a start! 🔥👏
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10 October, 2025
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Graduation 2025
It was standing room only in The Round Room, Mansion House for the City of Dublin FET Rathmines, Central Campus graduation. Teachers, family and friends came together to congratulate the Class of 2024-25 on their academic achievements at the annual presentation of awards.
News Events
05 May, 2025
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Evening School Autumn Enrolment -Now Open
We are offering a selection of Evening courses at Rathmines College this Autumn. Apply online from Mid July
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05 May, 2025
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5k -College, Community & Charity Event
Our hugely successful Charity 5k event took place on Thursday, Feb 6th. With a great turn out from both students and staff, the weather was perfect for running and walking, creating a fantastic community atmosphere both in the college and in the local area.
News Events
02 February, 2025
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Erasmus Students Depart for Malaga and Nantes
Wishing our Erasmus + students the best of luck as they travel to Nantes and Malaga this week. We hope everyone has a great experience and a lot of fun.
News Events
02 February, 2025
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Pop up with a Purpose- We need your Stuff!
The Rathmines Thrift Shop will return for one week only on the 3rd of March! Working in collaboration with our partner, Oxfam, we are looking forward to discovering unique stock items in our Oxfam Collection stations.
News Events
01 January, 2025
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Hiking Trip to Glendalough
Our accountancy students enjoyed a winter walk in Glendalough,
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12 December, 2024
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Rathmines College 4-0 DCU
Rathmines College defeated DCU 4-0 with a dominant performance from start to finish, showcasing their attacking prowess as they advanced to the semi-finals.
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11 November, 2024
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Graduation 2024
Congratulation to our 2024 Graduates
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05 May, 2024
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New Sustainability & Business Course
With Indeed reporting a significant increase in "Green Job" postings (up 93% since 2019), the demand for candidates for sustainable jobs is very strong. In order to help fill the gap between the supply and demain in the sustainable jobs sector, Rathmines College are launching a new QQI Level 5 course in September 2024: Sustainability and Business. This unique Course in Sustainability and Business blends traditional business studies with a robust focus on sustainability. Find out more at https://www.rathminescollege.ie/courses/business-and-sustainability-studies/
News Events
04 April, 2024
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Thrift Shop- Training with Oxam
A Big Thank you to Jill and Sarah from Oxfam Rathmines who welcomed our students into their busy shop and store room for training. We benefited from their experience regarding pricing, display and stock sorting and we are all prepped and ready to go for our the launch of our Pop Up Thrift Shop on March 5th. All proceeds going to Oxfam Ireland.
News Events
02 February, 2024
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Thrift Shop
From March 4th to the 6th Rathmines College in collaboration with Oxfam will be hosting a thrift shop to raise money for charity. If you would like to donate your unwanted clothes, jewellery, shoes, books etc. They can be left in our donation bin in Rathmines town hall. The shop will be setup in Rathmines college in room 1 and prices will range from €1- €8.
News Events
02 February, 2024
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Rathmines College Graduation – May ’23
The Round Room at the Mansion House was full to capacity for our 2023 Celebration Evening. Congratulations to all our graduates. You can view photos of the evening in the Graduation Photo Gallery
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06 June, 2023
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New Course – Advanced Business & English – Level 6
Level 5 graduates of the English and IT course can now progress to this new Level 6 Advanced course. Course includes Business, IT and English modules. Perfect your English and gain a QQI Level 6 business qualification to enhance your employment options and/or prepare for progression to 3rd Level.
News Events
05 May, 2023
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Minister Simon Harris visits Rathmines College
Events
10 October, 2021