WHY STUDY IN IRELAND?
Ireland is a small island nation, located on the western-most tip of Europe. As a centre of international banking excellence, as the headquarters of all the world’s greatest tech and pharma companies, and as leaders in added-value agricultural products, Ireland is fast emerging as a sought after destination for higher education by students worldwide. As a student you can propel your success prospects by studying in a country that constantly reinvents itself, is globally well-connected, is socially and economically progressive, is deeply welcoming and has steeped in rich heritage and culture.
- One of the fastest growing economies in the world
- It's an English speaking country so ease of communication is there for higher education.
- The country also boasts the highest quality of life in the world, ranking first in the Economist Intelligence Unit's Quality-of-life index.
- Ireland boasts of a Safe environment and has topped the list of the World's Friendliest Countries in a survey drawn up by the Lonely Planet travel guide group.
- Innovative & creative culture-Irish universities are in the top 1% of research institutions in the world, in terms of research impact in 19 fields.Study in Ireland for Indian students creates a unique opportunity for them at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels to join research programmes that are driving innovation and changing lives worldwide.Universities and colleges of Ireland form the top 1% of research institutes of the world with impacts in 19 disciplines including social science, natural science, humanities, and healthcare.
- Education excellence - It has one of the best education systems in Europe with a rich history in tradition and learning.The quality education imparted has led to the rapid growth of the economy.
- Ireland has an export-based economy, with main industries being Software, Mining, Construction, Telecom, Tourism and Hospitality. Ireland has also established itself in areas of Life Science including Biotech & Pharmaceuticals Industries. It has 32 Manufacturing plants -approved by the USA Food & Drug Administration’s producing 6 of 10 World's best-selling drugs.
- Ireland is also where some of the world’s biggest and best companies have located key, strategic research facilities.
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- 1,000 multinational companies
- 9 of 10 global ICT companies
- 8 of the top 10 global pharmaceutical companies
- 6 of the top 7 diagnostic companies
- 8 of the top 10 gaming companies
- 15 of the top 20 medical device companies
- 50% of the world’s leading financial services firms are also stationed in Ireland.
UNIVERSITIES :-
University College Dublin
Trinity College Dublin
National University of Ireland
University College Cork
National College of Ireland
Dublin City University
Maynooth University
University of Limerick
Dundalk Institute of Technology
Institute of Technology Carlow
Higher education institutions offer courses in Ireland for Indian students in a broad selection of programs that include:
- Accounting
- Agriculture, Food & Nutrition Nursing
- Bio Technology
- Business
- Computing
- Design
- Finance and Economics
- Health Informatics
- Hospitality and Tourism
- Hotel Management
- Information Technology
- Journalism
- Mathematics and Statistics
- Medicine
- Pharmacy
- Physiotherapy
- Product Design and Technology
- Production Management
- Psychology Science
- Social Science
- Software Engineering
- Sport & Performance
- Tourism Marketing
- Veterinary Medicine
WORK OPPORTUNITIES IN IRELAND:
International Students applying for Master degree are allowed to stay for 2 years after the course completion to find full time employment and Bachelors students are allowed for upto 1 year of stay back.
All international students are allowed to work 20 hrs part time during the studies and 40 hrs part time during vacations.
Degree programme students can get casual work where they are:
- Registered with GNIB
- Enrolled on a recognised programme leading to a qualification recognised by the Minister for Education & Skills
- Attending a full time programme of education at or above NFQ Level 7
- Undertaking a minimum of 15 hours day time study
- Getting tuition, between the hours of 8am and 6pm per week for a minimum of 25 weeks per annum
- On a programme of at least one year’s duration
International students who meet the above conditions and wish to take up work in Ireland must obtain a Personal Public Services Number (PPS Number).
It is not uncommon to have a trial period before you are permanently hired. Ireland’s minimum wage is €9.15 per hour.
Internship
Students enrolled on courses on the Degree Programme are allowed to undertake an internship where this forms part of their programme. This is subject to the following rules.
- The internship or work placement part of the programme cannot exceed 50% of the duration of the programme e.g. a 4 year programme would permit 2 years of work placement. In addition, the employment cannot be in a self employed capacity.
- Work placements as part of an academic programme must form an integral part of the programme which contributes to the final award.
- Educational facilities must also ensure that the placements are suited to the programme being pursued.
Post Study Pathways for International Students
It may be possible to stay in Ireland after you complete your studies for the purpose of seeking employment under the Irish Third Level Graduate Scheme. This scheme exists to allow legally resident non-EU third level graduates to remain in Ireland in order to look for employment or apply for a green card/work permit.
- During their approved stay under the scheme, a student can work full-time (40 hours a week).
- The permission under the Irish Third Level Graduate Scheme is non renewable.
- A student can only avail of the Third Level Graduate Scheme in accordance with the rules below.
Revised Third Level Graduate Scheme Permission
This allows non-EU/EEA students who have graduated from Irish higher education institutions to remain in Ireland for 24 months to seek employment.
EDUCATION COST & LIVING EXPENSE
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees to study abroad in Ireland vary depending on the institution and the study programme. An example of tuition fees for 2019/2020 for undergraduate and postgraduate, non- E.U. students at a third level institution are as follows:
| Course | Average Fees (Euro) per year |
|---|---|
| Medicine and related | € 12,035 – € 30000 |
| Engineering | € 10,000 - € 22000 |
| Science & Technology | € 10,000 - € 21,600 |
| Business Related | € 10,000 - € 25000 |
| Arts and Humanities | € 10,000 - € 20,000 |
Cost Of Living
On an average, study in Ireland for Indian students should count approximately between €8,000 and €12,000 per year as living expenses, this depends on the location and lifestyle.
APPLICATION PROCESS & REQUIREMENTS
INTAKES
The main intake offered by all Colleges and Universities is September
A few Universities offer February Intake also.
English Requirement
The required minimum score in TOEFL is 100 & IELTS 6.5 for PG and 6.0 for UG as a standard re Many universities and colleges provide English Language training programmes for intending students.There are over 110 private English language training schools throughout the country which run both short- and long-term courses.
Documents Required
- Attested copies of the mark sheets of Std X, XII
- 2 Academic Reference Letters from professors who have taught you most recently.
- If you have work experience then at least one work reference letter from the employer who can comment on your professional skills and abilities.
- Statement of Purpose.
- Curriculum Vitae/ Resume.
- Portfolio in case of students applying for Arts and Design courses.
- Extra-Curricular Activities Certificates.
- Passport copy
- English language certificate
