Studying in Ireland

What is it like to study in Ireland?

Ireland is a popular destination for international students. It offers a high level of education recognised worldwide, combining a fantastic higher education experience with historical cities, beautiful scenery and a unique heritage. Ireland is located on the west coast of Europe and is a member of the European Union. It is currently home to 35,000 international students from 160 countries.           

Irish qualifications are the same as the UK equivalents, so your undergraduate or postgraduate qualification carries just as much value when you begin your career.

For detailed information on various study options in Ireland and the best Irish universities for Indian students, arrange a free consultation today.

Reasons to study in Ireland

• Irish universities operate the Free Fees Initiative for EU students, enabling those who meet the criteria to avoid paying tuition fees
• Join 35,000 other international students from over 160 countries
• The only English-speaking country in the Eurozone
• Irish universities are in the top 1% of research institutions in global research impact
• Home to companies such as Google, Medtronics and Microsoft
• Dublin has been voted by Lonely Planet as the world’s friendliest city on multiple occasions

Irish student visa requirements

Indian students must apply for a visa to enter Ireland before they travel. Students must have accepted an offer of a recognised programme of study in Ireland and have a receipt of payment letter from a college in Ireland before they can begin the process of applying for a visa overseas to study in Ireland. Students from the EU do not need a visa to study in Ireland.

English requirements for studying in Ireland

Any student wishing to study in Ireland must meet the minimum English language requirements. SI-UK recommends that all students undergo IELTS preparation before joining an Irish university. Each college and university has specific admission requirements, so please check before applying to your desired course.

Tuition fees in Ireland

Indian undergraduate students

• Arts and humanities: €10,000 - €16,500
• Business: €10,000 - €16,000
• Engineering: €10,000 - €21,600
• Medicine: €31,000 - €50,000
• Sciences: €10,000 - €21,600

Indian postgraduate students

• Arts and humanities: €10,500 - €20,000
• Business: €10,500 - €30,000
• Engineering: €10,500 - €19,500
• Medicine: €12,000 - €52,000
• Sciences: €10,500 - €18,000

Study at an Irish University

If you are an Indian student interested in studying at an Irish university, arrange your free consultation with SI-UK's India office today.

Ireland University Rankings 2024

Rank	Name
1	Trinity College Dublin View Courses	Enquire Now
2	University College Dublin View Courses	Enquire Now
3	University of Galway View Courses	Enquire Now
4	University College Cork View Courses	Enquire Now
5	University of Limerick View Courses	Enquire Now
6	Dublin City University View Courses	Enquire Now
7	Maynooth University View Courses	Enquire Now
8	TU Dublin View Courses	Enquire Now