The HEA's data collection and analysis capability will underpin its role as the central evidence hub for the Irish higher education system. This evidence ranges from enrolment numbers to graduate outcomes. The HEA will use this intelligence to provide robust policy advice and support the sector in its development and evolution.

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Data for Download and Visualisations

Total enrolments in higher education have increased 17.3% between 2014/15 and 2020/21 – up from circa 209,000 to circa 246,000.

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Graduate Outcomes Survey

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Information for HEIs

 

Find guidance and documentation for the annual Student Records System (SRS) returns, and the Graduate Outcomes Survey (GOS) here.

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