Concern some colleges 'overpromising' on campus time

A trade union representing university lecturers has expressed concern that some universities may be bowing to commercial concerns and "overpromising" students as to the amount of time they will be able to spend on campus and in face-to-face learning come September.

However the Irish Federation of University Teachers has said its members have been "very surprised" by the university's decision. Talking about the importance of a holistic college experience, she said UCD was putting "just as much emphasis on on-campus student facilities".IFUT has said it fears that UCD may be "overpromising" students, and that the likelihood is that it will not be able to deliver come Autumn.

"Our concern is that commercial factors are weighing heavier with some universities than health and safety concerns", Mr Jones said.While UL estimates that it can have just 20% of students on campus at any given time, UCD is imposing no such restrictions. UL has also greatly curtailed its face-to-face delivery of lectures, with most students attending campus for just one week out of four, and - even while on campus - viewing lectures online.

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