Study in Ireland

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• Ireland is located in the north-west of Europe.
• Politically, Ireland is divided between the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland, a part of the United Kingdom. 
• Capital of Ireland is Dublin. Cork, Galway, Maynooth & Limerick are some of the popular cities of Ireland. 
• Official language of Ireland is Irish and English. 
• Population of Ireland is approximately 49 Lakhs, and the Urban population of Dublin is approximately 14 Lakhs. 
• Currency of Ireland is Euro € 
• Flight duration from Mumbai/Delhi to Dublin: 12 hrs. 30 mins. 

• A friendly, safe country. 
• English speaking country. 
• World class Universities. 
• Low cost of tuition fees & accommodation. 
• Internationally recognized qualifications & extensive choice of courses. 
• European Headquarters of many IT & Pharmaceutical companies. 
• Masters' degree of 1 year. 
• Post study work visa of 2 years for Masters. 
• Post study work visa of 1 year for Bachelors (Hons). 
• Chance to get indefinite right to stay (similar to Permanent Residency).

Ireland's educational levels

The fact that the Irish and UK educational systems are so comparable helps to explain the high calibre of education that Irish pupils get. Ireland's educational system is primarily divided into four tiers.

• Pre-primary and primary education
• Following elementary schooling
• Additional training and education
• Higher  education

The requirements for Irish education credentials are outlined in the NFQ. In addition to measuring and comparing academic standards and credential accomplishments, it also makes it easier for students to transfer across universities, allowing them to do so as long as all prerequisites for student visas are met. Your degree is recognized and acknowledged across the world since the NFQ credentials match the European Qualification Framework.

It should be noted that the Institutes of Technology in Ireland and the HECA private institutions provide third-level degrees on the NFQ.

Ireland's universities and colleges provide a cutting-edge, interactive teaching methodology that allows you to comprehend the subject matter being covered while interacting with both your lecturer and other students. The Irish educational system extends its assistance to foreign students both within and beyond the classroom.

You will be required to engage in a significant amount of self-directed study, which may involve completing assignments, reading numerous scholarly publications, and taking notes in class. To aid students in better understanding the subjects, tutorials are held in addition to lectures. The education is in English, and the classroom size is less than in India. It can take you some time as an Indian student to get acclimated to the Irish accent, but once you do, you'll understand why it's said to as the most endearing accent in the world.

Higher education include universities, colleges, and technical institutions, the majority of which get funding from the Irish government. Ireland is home to seven universities, seven colleges of education, fifteen private institutes of higher learning, and fourteen institutes of technology (IoT). A few more private third-level schools in Ireland provide specialized training in fields such as business studies, law, medicine, and the arts and designs.

There are degree and non-degree programs available in higher education.

The Irish government permits graduates of Irish universities to remain in Ireland for up to 24 months in search of employment, in accordance with the Third Level Graduate Scheme Permission. 

International students can live on campus at the majority of Irish universities. Alternatively, you may choose to live off-campus in apartments with other Indian students. Consult your college's accommodation office for assistance. Depending on your location and the time of year, the cost of lodging might vary from about €427 per month (Indicative) (if you decide to remain alone). On the other hand, living on campus can cost you between €300 and €600 a month (Indicative).

The cost of living in a shared room is around €400 per month (Indicative), whereas the cost of a private room in a shared apartment might reach €850 (Indicative). 

The first step in studying in Ireland is obtaining a valid study visa, which has an additional fee of about €60. For the most recent information on the expenses and procedures associated with applying for a visa, please do not hesitate to contact your TOC counsellor. 

You should set aside some cash for emergencies, social events, and food shopping. Maintaining a record of your expenses is recommended when studying abroad to avoid going over budget. Your expected monthly living expenses as an international student will be between €650 and €1,000 (Indicative). Along with these typical costs, keep the following in mind while making your budget.

Prior to the start of their program, all Indian students coming to Ireland must get medical insurance. Medical insurance typically costs between €500 and €800 per year on average (indicative). There are abundant health and support facilities easily accessible to all Indian students studying in Ireland. 

Bachelors: Minimum 70%-90% in class 12th for Universities

55%-70% in class 12th for Institute of Technology

55%-60% in class 12th for Colleges

Masters: A minimum of 55–75% of graduates with an IELTS score of 6.5* and no band lower than 6.0.

A score of 5.5 on the IELTS is also accepted to several colleges, universities, and institutes of technologies.

Dublin Business School provides two-month English language pre-sessions.

course if the pupil has an IELTS score of six, with no band lower than 5.5, and the

The total required is 6.5 bands.