Do you want to study at a world-class university surrounded by beautiful green countryside and fascinating history? Ireland might be your dream study destination! 

There are plenty of reasons to choose Ireland as your study destination. 

It has one of the world’s best education systems, friendly and open-minded people, and major cities which are smaller and can be easily navigated. 

Why study in Ireland? 

Schools and universities in Ireland are globally recognised. This means that graduates of Irish universities can get ahead in their careers all over the world. Let's go over more about why Ireland could be your best choice! 

Education has always been prized in Ireland throughout its history. Today, the Irish higher education system offers excellent programmes for international students of all ages. More than one in ten full-time students come from overseas.

There are numerous Ireland scholarship opportunities for international students. We have collated a list of scholarships for you.

Business universities in Ireland have a reputation for excellent research coupled with a rigorous curriculum to ensure graduates are employment-ready.

Dublin, Ireland’s capital city is the most expensive Irish city to live in, but Irish cities are often cost-effective as compared to other popular study destinations, including the UK.

  • Quality of life 

Ireland is a safe and tolerant place to live, consistently ranking in the top 20 countries in the world for quality of life, peace, and human development. It is also a young country, with one-third of the population under the age of 25. You will join more than 35,000 international students from 161 countries who have chosen to study in Ireland. 

  • The Irish culture 

Irish people are proud of their nation and culture, and they are eager to share them with you. Even though Ireland is a small country (population: about five million), more than 70 million people worldwide claim to be of Irish descent. Once you've lived in Ireland, you'll have friends from all over the world. 

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Student visa in Ireland

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Study in Dublin

Dublin is a famously friendly and walkable city, where ‘town’ is in the centre of everything and everyone’s lives.

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