USPs- Ireland as a Destination

Ireland: Unique Selling Points
Ireland as a Student Destination

Country Facts Irish Institutions
● Fun, friendly & safe environment ● Dublin Business School

● Gateway to travel to & explore Europe ● Dublin City University
● EU’s only English-speaking country ● Maynooth University
● Affordable, high quality education ● Trinity College Dublin
● Low cost of living with high quality of life ● University College Cork
● Strong economic growth with high GDP ● University College Dublin
● Home to top STEM companies ● University of Limerick
● State-of-art universities & student facilities
Work 20 hours Home to highest

High graduate
per week during number of tech
employment rates
term-time companies
Universities Scholarships Cost of living:

ranked among worth upto €2500 €10,000 -
top 5% globally available €16,000 per year
Average Undergraduate Fees Average Postgraduate Fees
● Business: ● Business:
€9,850 - €19,500 €9,950 - €34,500
● Engineering: ● Engineering:
€9,850 - €25,500 €9,950 - €25,000
● Science & Technology: ● Science & Technology:
€9,850 - €25,500 €9,950 - €27,000
● Arts and Humanities: ● Arts and Humanities:
€9,850 - €19,500 €9,950 - €19,000
● Medicine & Health Sciences: ● Medicine & Health Sciences:
€39,500- €55,000 €18,000 - €32,000
English Language Requirements*

● IELTS: 6.5 overall, with a minimum score of 6.0 in each band
● TOEFL: 580 (paper-based); 90 (computer based), with no less than 21 in writing and at least 19 in
every other section
● PTE: Minimum score of 36 - 51
● Duolingo: Minimum score of 95 - 120
● Trinity ISE: Level III with a merit in each category
*English language requirements may vary by region and program selected. Please check individual qualifying
criteria before applying.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the cost of living in Ireland?

Living expenses differ based on the location of the institution, the type of accommodation selected,
and on the student’s personal expenditure. On average, students can expect to spend anywhere
between €10,000 and €16,000 per year, depending on location and lifestyle.
2. Will students have to register with the police?

All non-Irish nationals who are not citizens of the EU, EEA or Switzerland must register with the
Garda National Immigration Bureau (GNIB) after arrival and completing registration at their
institution. Students must report to the GNIB within 90 days of arrival. The GNIB will issue students
with a residence permit/GNIB card that outlines their personal information and immigration status
in Ireland.
3. How can students apply for a visa?

International students can apply for a visa using the AVATS Online Application Facility website.
Detailed information about the process and documents required can be found on the Irish
Immigration website. Students applying from Abu Dhabi, Abuja, New Delhi, Ankara, London,
Moscow and Beijing should also refer to the relevant Visa Office website to check for any additional
documents they may need to submit along with their application.
Note: Students should have accepted an offer of a recognised programme of study in Ireland
and must have a receipt of payment letter from a college in Ireland before they begin the visa
application process.
4. Do students have to pay for medical insurance?

International students are required to purchase medical insurance and submit proof of purchase
along with their application in order to secure a visa.
5. Can students study part time?

Students applying for a visa must show a minimum of 15 hours of classes (contact time) per week
to be granted an Irish study permit. Students enrolling in English language courses with a duration
of 90 days or less and combining learning activities with tourism will be classed as educational
tourists and will be subject to visit/holiday visa rules. Please refer to the Department of Justice
website for more information.
6. What is the weather like in Ireland?

Ireland experiences all four seasons and a has a mild, moist and changeable climate with abundant
rainfall. The warm influence of the Gulf Stream keeps Ireland much warmer than other countries at
its latitude, while also ensuring the Irish coastline remains ice-free throughout the winter. Extreme
winters are rare, but they do happen on the odd occasion that temperatures decrease sharply,
7. How can students open a bank account?

Students will need to show two forms of identification to open a bank account. Irish banks are
obliged to establish your identity and verify the student’s address. A single document cannot be
used as proof of identity and address. Standard documents include:
● Passport
● Driver’s License
● National Identity Card
● Proof of home address (e.g. utility bill, rental agreement)
● Evidence of Student Status (e.g. student ID card, acceptance letter)
8. Can students work during or after their studies?

Students are allowed to work part-time (20 hours per week) during term and 40 hours per work
during holiday periods.

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Ireland: Unique Selling Points

Ireland as a Student Destination

● Fun, friendly & safe environment ● Dublin Business School

Work 20 hours Home to highest

Universities Scholarships Cost of living:

Average Undergraduate Fees Average Postgraduate Fees

English Language Requirements*

1. What is the cost of living in Ireland?

2. Will students have to register with the police?

3. How can students apply for a visa?

4. Do students have to pay for medical insurance?

5. Can students study part time?

6. What is the weather like in Ireland?

7. How can students open a bank account?

8. Can students work during or after their studies?

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