Top 5 universities in Ireland

Looking for the Irish version of University of Cambridge or University of Oxford? At Trinity College Dublin, you can study a research-led curriculum taught by world-class academics in the heart of Dublin.

Much of the eastern parts of the US have a humid continental or subtropical climate, with four distinct seasons. The Southeast has mild winters and hot humid summers and the Northeast and Midwest have much colder winters with frequent snowfalls and periods with snow on the ground.

Ireland's only specialist health sciences higher education institution, RCSI is home to the Ireland's largest medical school, as well as globally recognised health practitioners.

• Public universities Most public universities are state universities that were established and continue to be run by the state government.
• Private universities A mix of profit and not-for-profit. Approximately 20% of students attend private universities.

Called 'the most charming city' by the New York Times, NUI Galway's international reputation and unique programs span the creative arts to medical technology.