Study in Ireland
Ireland has some of the most respected universities in the world, excellent career opportunities, and a welcoming English-speaking environment for international students.
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Life in Ireland
If you're from outside the EU or EEA and want to study in Ireland, you'll need to apply for a Long Stay (D) Student Visa before you travel. And once you arrive in Ireland, you'll need to register your immigration permission and get your Irish Residence Permit (IRP).
Your student permission allows you to study and work part-time. If you're enrolled on an eligible full-time programme, you can work up to 20 hours a week while your classes are running and up to 40 hours a week during the official holiday periods.
After you graduate, you can apply for Ireland's Third Level Graduate Programme (Stamp 1G). To apply for this visa, you'll need to have completed your course and provide proof of your qualification when you apply.
If you're eligible, Level 8 graduates can get up to 12 months, while Level 9 or higher graduates, such as master's graduates, can get up to 24 months (usually in two 12-month periods). Stamp 1G lets you work full-time while you look for suitable graduate-level employment and work towards getting an employment permit.
Long Stay (D) Student Visa and IRP Key Facts
- Duration: Lasts as long as your school programme, with annual registration and renewal where required.
- Work rights: You can work up to 20 hours per week while your classes are running and 40 hours per week during holiday.
- Eligibility: You'll need an offer from an approved higher education institution, proof of funds, evidence that you've paid the required tuition fees, private medical insurance and proof of your English language ability.
- Part-time work: You can take part-time jobs while studying within the permitted working hours.
Third Level Graduate Programme (Stamp 1G) – Key Facts
- Duration: Up to 12 months for eligible Level 8 graduates and up to 24 months for eligible Level 9 or higher graduates (Master’s and PhD).
- Work rights: You can work full-time (up to 40 hours a week) while looking for graduate-level employment.
- Eligibility: You must successfully complete an eligible qualification at a recognised Irish higher education institution.
- Next steps: Once you find a suitable job, you can apply for an employment permit, such as the Critical Skills Employment Permit or General Employment Permit, to continue working in Ireland and build a pathway towards long-term residence
- 20 hrs
- Work per week in term
- 40 hrs
- Work per week in the holidays
- 12-24 mo
- Third Level Graduate Programme
Scholarships in Ireland
Scholarship Options
International students can apply for several scholarships in Ireland, including government-funded awards and scholarships offered by individual universities.
Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship (GOI-IES):
A scholarship for high-achieving international students that gives you a €10,000 stipend and a full tuition fee waiver for one year (for eligible Master's, postgraduate diploma, or PhD programmes).
Walsh Scholarships:
The Walsh Scholarship supports postgraduate research in areas such as agriculture, food, environmental science, rural development, and related subjects. It's available for eligible Research Master's and PhD students, depending on the programme.
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