STUDY IN IRELAND

Top Reasons to Study in Ireland

Ireland is one of the most popular study abroad destinations in Europe. Its universities offer first-rate education in a traditional, yet modern setting. Thousands of study programs at over two dozen schools attract international students from around the world.

Universities in Ireland

Ireland is home to some of the finest universities in the world. Some of the key fields Irish universities specialize in include the natural sciences, technology, economics, and the humanities. Across Ireland, there are two dozen universities and institutes of technology to you can apply to. Getting a Bachelors or Masters in Ireland is a great experience for your professional development, but more expensive than elsewhere in Europe. Of course, how much you ultimately pay will depend on a great number of factors. Typical tuition fees in Ireland range between €9,000 and €45,000 per year to both at undergraduate and graduate levels; Europeans who study in Ireland have the privilege of receiving free undergraduate tuition. Cost of living depends on what city you’re staying in, but you should expect to pay between €7,000 to €12,000 annually on accommodation, food, and other things.

 

Career outlook: Working in Ireland after graduation

In the past three or four decades, after becoming a member of the European Union, Ireland quickly turned from Europe’s poorhouse to Europe’s economic powerhouse. Structural reforms have led to a viable boost and attracted many multinational corporations – and especially technology companies – to set up their European headquarters in Ireland, including the likes of Google, Airbnb, Pfizer, Dell and others. Therefore, Ireland offers numerous opportunities for graduates with an international background. If you study in Ireland, you stand a good chance at finding a job and staying in the country after you graduate.

Getting there and around

Almost all international connections to and from Ireland go through Dublin airport. There are a few smaller airports throughout the country, mostly serviced by low-cost carriers like the Irish airline Ryanair. Once you’re there, it is easy to explore Ireland by train or by bus. Crossing the country from one end to the other is manageable in less than 4 hours.

Capital:Dublin
Other large cities:Cork, Limerick, Galway
Population:4,589,000
Currency:EUR
Listed universities:18
Study programmes:2,093
Ranked universities:9
Country Rank (2018):11-20

Requirement for Admission

Must you have 60% marks in intermediate
IELTS is required 6.0 band 
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