Study in Ireland Intake 2026 - 2027

Europe in English

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Study Destination

Ireland

Ireland offers high-quality English-medium education in the heart of Europe.

Tuition

€10,000 / year

Living Cost

€900 - €1,200 / month

Work Rights

20 hours/week

Intakes

September, January

Destination Guide

Why Study in Ireland?

Ireland offers an English-speaking higher education environment within the European Union and has strong links with sectors such as technology, business, pharmaceuticals, finance and engineering.

Key Benefits

Why Choose Ireland?

English-speaking education in the European Union

Strong links with technology, business and multinational employers

Growing range of postgraduate programmes for international students

Eligible graduates may access a structured post-study graduate permission

Getting Started

Admission Requirements

Recognised academic qualification relevant to the programme
English-language evidence where required
Valid passport and programme-specific documents
Some programmes may require references, work experience, portfolios or interviews

Student Visa

Visa Information

Non-EEA students studying for longer periods generally need the appropriate Irish student immigration permission.
Applicants must meet the applicable registration, financial, insurance and course requirements.
Admission and enrolment evidence is normally required.
Exact requirements depend on the programme and immigration permission.

Cost of Living

A planning range of about €900–€1,200 per month can be used as an initial estimate, but Dublin is generally more expensive and accommodation costs can vary substantially.

Work Opportunities

Eligible students holding the appropriate immigration permission can generally work up to 20 hours per week during term time and up to 40 hours per week during designated holiday periods, subject to the current rules.

After Graduation

Post-Study Opportunities

The Third Level Graduate Programme can provide eligible graduates with permission to remain in Ireland to seek graduate-level employment. Level 8 graduates may receive up to 12 months, while eligible Level 9 or above graduates can receive up to 24 months, subject to the programme rules.

Academic Options