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Ireland Facts
Currency
EUR
Primary Language
English
Academic Intake
May / September
Total Institute
Bachelors 30, Masters 23, Doctorals 3
Total Students
Local 246.3 K, Indian 4.7 K, Internationals 35.1 K

Exams

Proficiency Exams
IELTS
Level: International Level Exam  |  
Accepting Colleges: 2 
About The Country
Highlights
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Population
510000000
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GDP
5331400000.00
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Employment Rate
74.1 %
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Literacy Rate
99 %
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Other Language
Irish, Japanese+2 More

Ireland is a vast island located in Western Europe. Galway is the biggest city in Ireland. As most of the universities are located in Galway city it is named as a “University town”. All the sights in Galway are covered with youthful crowds across the streets and roads. 

Ireland is one of the very few English-speaking countries in Europe. The top-notch universities, well-established education system, wide range of courses, and high-standard lifestyle attract international students to study in Ireland.

The Ireland universities have been consistently improving their world rankings over the past ten years. The universities here are known for their excellent teaching standards and research facilities. The universities here encourage research and innovation from students and promote entrepreneurial skills as well.

The master’s courses in Ireland are of only 1 year duration. Whereas the bachelors in Ireland can take up to 3 to 4 years. The PhD Ireland programs can take between 3 to 5 years, depending on whether you opt to teach during your studies. Some Ireland universities even offer post-doctoral research opportunities. One of the most opted courses is the masters in Ireland by Indian students. 

Previously, at the time of partition, Ireland was divided into two self-governing politics: Northern Ireland and Southern Ireland. Northern Ireland is still a part of the United Kingdom. Southern Ireland termed the “Republic of Ireland” referred to as “Ireland”, is discussed in this page.

Why Study In Ireland ?

Ireland is one of the popular student study destinations. Almost 8 Ireland universities rank in the top 1000 positions in the world as per the QS World University Ranking 2024. Here, the master's graduates in Ireland can expect an average salary of Euros 35,000 to 60,000 annually. The following are the reasons which state why study in Ireland is one of the best options for studying abroad.

  • A high-quality education system with many top universities in the world.
  • Ireland is an English-speaking country, not just the courses, here students can even communicate with people in English. 
  • The country is popular for courses in robotics, data science, artificial intelligence, and computer science.
  • International students can work part-time for up to 20 hours a week during the study period and 40 hours per week during the holidays.
  • The Government of Ireland and Irish universities make education affordable by offering multiple scholarships for international students.
  • The country's tech industry has seen a booming rise, attracting top tech companies in the world and giving great employment opportunities for graduates.
  • The post-study work visa of Ireland allows the students to stay back in Ireland for up to 1 to 2 years and search for jobs.

It is no wonder that many international students choose Ireland for the benefits of studying in Ireland

Fees & Living Expenses

Cost of Study

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Local Students 2.63 K - 20.50 K
International Students 5.74 K - 105.00 K
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Local Students 2.35 K - 80.00 K
International Students 4.55 K - 34.30 K

Admission Guidelines

  • Scholarship
  • Student Visa
  • Application Details

To make education affordable, both the Irish government and universities offer Ireland scholarships to many international students. Many top Ireland universities for international students are willing to waive the application fee and also offer scholarships to Indian students with strong academic backgrounds or financial needs. This simple Ireland scholarship eligibility is easy to achieve and apply for many Indians. 

The Ireland scholarships for international students are both partially funded and fully funded. These Ireland scholarships not only cover the tuition fee but also provide allowances for living expenses with a monthly stipend. Here is the list of scholarships to study in Ireland for Indian students. 

  • Government of Ireland Scholarships 
  • The Walsh University Fellowships
  • Dublin City University Scholarship
  • Trinity College Dublin Scholarships
  • Global Excellence Scholarship - University College of Dublin 
  • Centenary University Scholarship Program
  • The University of Galway International Scholarships
  • University College Cork International scholarships
  • Taught Masters Scholarships - Maynooth University 
  • National College of Ireland - International Scholarships
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Documents Required

Academic transcripts - The academic transcripts are the academic records that contain the detailed record of all subjects covered and scores obtained by the candidate. This will be most required for students applying for PhD or master's courses in Ireland.

Standardised test scores - Depending on the course, many top universities in Ireland require standardised test scores like GRE, GMAT, SAT, ACT etc. for admission and selection purposes.

English Proficiency Tests - Universities in Ireland require English test proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, OET, etc. However, international students can study in Ireland without IELTS. So, candidates can check with university details before applying.  

LOR -  The Letter of recommendation is one of the necessary documents for Ireland universities. Candidates need to submit 2 to 4 LORs for each course as per the university's requirements.

SOP - Universities in Ireland demand a statement of purpose(SOP), to understand the primary motive behind candidates' application. Even few universities do not require it, many fully funded scholarships in Ireland demand a statement of purpose.

Financial documents - Here the financial documents can be any like education loan sanction forms, bank statements as proof of showcasing sufficient funds to support education and the cost of living in Ireland.

Study And Work in Ireland
Part Time Work In Ireland

International students can work while studying in Ireland. Students can work part-time jobs in Ireland for up to 20 hours per week during the study period and 40 hours per week during the holidays. They can work 20 hours per week and 40 hours during their vacations. Students can even have the opportunity to apply for internships in top companies in Ireland. There are chances that they will get a full-time job in these companies once their course is over.

International students can stay back after completing their study in Ireland by applying for the “Third-level graduate programme”. Through this program, the candidate can stay in Ireland for 1 to 2 years depending on the level of graduated courses. Students who graduated from levels 8 and 9 are eligible for this program. Here, undergraduate programs like bachelors come under level 8 and masters courses in Ireland come under level 9. During this stay-back period, international students can apply for full-time jobs in Ireland

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