Ireland is one of the most popular study abroad destination in Europe for multiple reasons such as standard teaching and education, career opportunities and better life style.
Facts About Ireland
Name : The Republic of Ireland
Official Language : Irish.
Currency : Euro
Capital : Dublin
Population : 49.9 lakh (2020 est)
Religion : Catholic Church (77.8%), Church of Ireland (2.7%), Orthodox Christians (1.3%),Other Christians (1.6%),Islam (1.3%), Other religions (2.6%), Unspecified (2.6%),None (10.1%).
Why Study in Ireland
Safe and Friendly country.
Excellent Educational infrastructure.
Outstanding scholarships for International Students.
English Speaking country.
Home of MNCs : Like Google, Apple, Facebook have headquarters in Ireland.
Stay back for 2 years after result declaration.
International students are allowed to do part time jobs during their academics.
Wide range of courses to study.
Encouragement of Entrepreneurial effort.
Irish Education System
Universities in Ireland are classified into 3 different categories:
University Sector.
Institutes of Technology.
Private independent colleges.
Tuition Fees & Living Cost
Estimates show cost of Studying in Ireland for one academic year is 7000 euros - 12000 euros per year. This includes Electricity, Food, Books, Laundry, Medicines, Travel Passes and Social Expenses.
Estimated Cost of Living for International students.
Overall Expense (excluding Accommodation)
€640 - €880
Overall Expense (including Accommodation)
€1,240 - €1880
Mobile Phone
€20
Personal Expenses (Social/Sports)
€200 - €300
Utilities (Electric/Gas/Refuse)
€30 - €50
Food
€250 - €350
Travel (Monthly Bus Ticket)
€65 - €85
Textbook & Materials
€75
Intakes
Autumn Intake ( September to December )
Spring Intake ( January to May )
Documents Required for Admission
Resume
Passport copy
SSLC
HSE
Degree mark sheet and Consolidate grade Card.
Degree Certificate or Provisional degree Certificate.
Transcripts ( not compulsory for all Universities)
IELTS or Duolingo ( Acceptable till 2023 January )
Recommendation Letter
Statement of Purpose.
Work Experience Letter ( if any ).
Certificates of Extra curricular activities ( if any ).
Work Rights and Stay Back
20 hours / week ( during term time )
40 hours / week ( during vacations )
24 months post study visa (2 years )
Documents Required for Admission
Updated CV
Passport copy
SSLC
HSE
Degree mark sheet and Consolidated grade Card
Degree Certificate or Provisional degree Certificate
Transcripts
IELTS or Duolingo ( Acceptable till 2023 January )
Recommendation Letter
Statement of Purpose
Work Experience Letter ( If any )
Certificates of Extra curricular activities ( If any )
Work Rights and Stay Back
20 hours / week ( during term time )
40 hours / week ( during vacations )
24 months post study visa ( 2 years )
How to Apply for Ireland Student Visa
If you wish to study in Ireland for less than 3 months you should apply for a 'C study visa'.
If your course lasts longer than 3 months, you should apply for a 'D study visa'.
Check List for Student Visa
You will need to provide the following with your visa application. (Please remember, original documents are required and must be in English or accompanied by a notarised translation):
Letter of acceptance from a recognised school or college or university in Ireland confirming that you have been accepted on a course of study. This course of study must be a full time (lasting an academic year) and have a minimum of 15 hours per week study time.
Evidence of your academic ability to pursue the chosen course through the English language (unless it is an English Language course).
Evidence that the fees for the course have been paid in full.
Evidence that you have enough funds ( 7000 euros ) to maintain yourself for the initial part of your stay.
Evidence that you or a sponsor have access to atleast 7000 Euros for each subsequent year of your studies, in addition to the course fees for each of those years.
Evidence that you have private medical insurance.
An explanation of any gaps in your educational history.
Confirmation that you intend to return to your country of permanent residence when you leave Ireland.
