Study in Ireland from India

Who does Ireland suit?

• Postgraduates in computing, data, business and pharmaceutical sciences.
• Students wanting a one-year master's degree in the EU.

What are the entry requirements?

• Academic results meeting the course requirement.
• English test score as required by the college.
• Proof of fees paid and funds for living costs.
• Private medical insurance.

Which English test is accepted?

Most colleges accept IELTS Academic, TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic or Duolingo. Check each college.

What does it cost?

Tuition depends on the college. Irish immigration sets the minimum funds you must show for living costs. You pay the visa fee and registration fee after arrival.

Intakes and processing

Main intake is September, with some January starts. Apply for your visa about three months before your course starts.

Step by step

1. Apply and receive an offer.
2. Pay fees and arrange medical insurance.
3. Apply online (AVATS) and submit documents to the visa office.
4. After arrival, register with immigration and get your residence permit.

Documents checklist

• Offer letter and fee receipt.
• Bank statements and sponsor documents.
• Medical insurance and academic documents.

Common reasons for refusal

• Funds not shown for the required period.
• Gaps in education not explained.
• Study plan not matching background.

Popular streams to study here

• Engineering

  Growing tech and pharma-engineering employers.

• Computer science and IT

  European base for many global tech companies.

• MBA and management

  One-year business master's in an EU country.

• Nursing and healthcare

  Healthcare master's and routes towards NMBI registration.

• Hospitality and tourism

  Tourism-driven economy with hospitality programmes.

• Pharmacy

  Large pharmaceutical manufacturing sector.