Preparing Students for Third-Level
and Beyond

At Maynooth University, Critical Skills offers students the opportunity to develop their writing and analytical skills. Open to students from nearly all programmes of study, Critical Skills specializes in teaching the processes underlying writing and research. In addition to preparing individuals for the rigorous academic study of college, the knowledge and practices gained in the Critical Skill modules also help students acquire crucial experiences with effective collaboration and teamwork.

WRITING & RESEARCH

Develop your ability to create and share ideas in print and digital spaces. Learn where to find credible sources and how to use them to construct an argument.

INFORMATION LITERACY

Strengthen your skills when it comes to using digital resources to gather information and learn to how effectively wield a wide variety of digital tools and applications.

NUMERACY

Being persuasive is more than words. Build a familiarity with analytical thinking through an understanding of how data is used in professional fields.

EMPLOYABILITY

Practice group collaboration skills, which are crucial for many careers. Develop strategies for working effectively with a team to accomplish complex tasks.

COURSES