Employment rates for graduates have returned to levels last seen during the economic boom, according to a new report. A survey of more than 18,000 graduates from the class of 2016 shows that 70 per cent of all graduates are in employment. ICT or technology graduates had the highest average salaries with 38 per cent of graduates earning €33,000 or more. Honours degreesOverall, as expected, salaries for graduates rose in line with their education levels. Employment rates, too, are much higher for those with college degrees.

Source: The Irish Times January 19, 2018 00:56 UTC