DC - from what I understand you could be in with a chance, but the odds are still tough. This is why:
While an AIB pass is vital, it's your FATs scores that get you into BRNC. All those who pass FATs and then AIB are put in a pool. Places are offered in descending order of FATs scores, and candidates can spend up to twelve months in the pool. If not selected they fall out.
You however, have just one BRNC entry you can compete for, as by the time places are being awarded for Jan 2010 you'll be too old. You thus need a cracking FATs score - and to make it worse you'll be competing with all the 18 year olds straight from sixth form, and all those graduating this summer, all of whom will be going through the system at about the same time as you. They of course have the luxury of being able to sit out the selection process for longer if they are not picked for the first dance.
Good luck - work hard on your mental maths - it sounds like it could be a while since you last used maths in the classroom.
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