Education Grants

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 18 July 2013

Thursday, 18 July 2013

Questions (250)

Martin Heydon

Question:

250. Deputy Martin Heydon asked the Minister for Education and Skills if he will review the provisions whereby the grant aid of postgraduate study is limited to four years, even in the case where no grant has previously been awarded, and if this criteria can be reviewed for 2013-2014 in view of the emphasis on high quality training and the smart economy; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36770/13]

Written answers

Minister for Education and Skills

I wish to inform the Deputy that given the level of demand on the student grant budget from first time students and students that are progressing with their studies to a higher level, there are no plans at present to change the arrangements in place for postgraduate students.