Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 31 March 2021
747. Deputy Pádraig O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science the status of the Mature Student Participation in Higher Education Report; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16610/21]
View answerIn 2020 the HEA commissioned a study on the issues and challenges associated with first-time mature student participation in higher education and to make recommendations that will support increased participation from this group. Following a competitive tender process, Indecon Economic Consultants were appointed to carry out a study which included a comprehensive stakeholder consultation process and survey of current, former and prospective mature students. Arising from this work, a report is currently being finalised which will be published in due course.
