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Ireland is an Island country situated on the westernmost front of the European continent and is a neighboring country of the United Kingdom. This country is home to the Celtic civilization and has thriving traditions, rich folklore, and a vibrant cultural scenario. A republic country, Ireland’s capital city Dublin houses multiple universities, and multinational corporations, and is a financial hub of industries and organizations. The current job trends in the Irish market lean towards technology, and pharmaceuticals.

In this blog, we will learn about the reasons that make Ireland a great option to study abroad, the requirements to work there post-study, and also apply for permanent residence.

Why Choose to Study in Ireland?

There are multiple reasons why one might choose Ireland as a destination to study abroad. It could be because it aligns with the personal interests of the individual, because of the scholarships that they provide, or because of the safe environment, the culture, or the stunning landscapes. But here are a few reasons why education in Ireland is a great option:

  1. Ireland has Six Universities that make it to the top 1000 universities across the globe. Four out of which are within the rank of 500. These universities include the Trinity College of Dublin, University College Dublin, University College Cork, University College Limerick, Dublin City University, and the University of Galway.
  1. Ireland is a multinational business hub centered at Dublin and other major cities. Google, Apple, and Facebook have their European headquarters stationed in Dublin. Pharmaceuticals like Pfizer and Johnson & Johnson also have their R&D centers located in the major cities of Ireland, thus providing a wide scope for employability.
  1. Ireland provides quality education and employability options with a lower cost of living as compared to the UK. The conversion of one UK Pound sterling equals to approximately 107 INR, while that of a Euro equals approximately 90 INR.
  1. Because Ireland is home to many businesses, institutes, and organizations, along with centers for R&D, the opportunities for research are plentiful. The universities mentioned in the above passages host research offers; there are sector specificities, and subject specificities under them. There are also certain Government funded research initiatives that students can be a part of after checking in for the qualifications required.
  1. Post-study work options provided in Ireland are by far the most central topic of this blog. There are multiple stages of working in Ireland after studies. This country is known to be generous as they have a crisp system for helping students study, and then obtain citizenship of Ireland after a couple of requirements and time period is met.

In the coming sections, we shall look at the process of applying for work after completion of studies, and the requirements for permanent residence of Ireland.

List of Steps to Get Citizenship in Ireland

  1. Post-Study Work Visa
  2. Employment Permit
    1. Critical Skills Employment Permit
    2. General Employment Permit
  3. Stamp – 4 Visa permission
  4. Meeting the prerequisites
    1. Proof of employment, identity, and address
    2. Continuous Residence Requirement
    3. Employment and Tax Compliance
    4. Good character requirement
  5. Applying for the permanent residence
    1. Filling out the form
    2. Submitting the necessary documents
    3. Optional Interviews
    4. Oath taking

 Post-Study Work Permit

After completion of your studies, there is an option of staying in Ireland for around 12 to 24 months under the Third Level Graduate Scheme which acts as an additional period to the Visa. Under this programmed, the student can stay back and seek employment. The eligibility criteria to apply for TLGS are as follows:

  1. Graduation from a recognized and approved Irish institution of Education.
  2. A valid student Visa with Stamp 2 qualification.

Employment Permit

To work legally in the country, Ireland offers several kinds of Employment Permits. The notable and important categories are the General Employment Permit and the Critical Skills Employment Permit.

  1. The Critical Skills Employment Permit is for highly skilled jobs in demand and offers a fast track to permanent residence. This permit is mostly for professional roles in the fields of healthcare, information technology, and engineering.
  2. The General Employment Permit is meant for other job categories and has more flexible terms, but abides by the strict labor laws.

Stamp 4 Visa; Permission to Live without an Employment Permit

As the title suggests, the Stamp 4 Visa allows individuals to stay and work in Ireland without an employment permit. It is also considered one step taken towards obtaining long-term residency, or citizenship of Ireland. Stamp 4 also promises access to public and social services provided in the country under specified rules and regulations.

The criteria to apply for a Stamp 4 Visa are as follows:

  • For the Critical Skills Permit Holders: Eligibility for Stamp 4 is met after two years, allowing work without an employment permit.
  • For the General Employment Permit Holders: They can apply for Stamp 4 after five years of continuous employment.

Prerequisites to Applying for Permanent Residency in Ireland

Upon obtaining Stamp 4 one can start preparing to apply for a permanent residence or citizenship in Ireland. The following is the list of criteria that need to be met before filling in for the application:

  1. Proof of Identity that includes the Passport or National identity.
  2. Proof of continuous residence in Ireland which requires an individual to not be absent for more than 6 months a year.
  3. Proof of address that includes documents of lease agreements, utility bills and others.
  4. Maintenance of valid employment and compliance with tax obligations throughout the permit period.
  5. Proof of Good character is ensured by police clearance certificates, and without a history of any criminal record.

Applying for the Permanent Residence

An individual is eligible to apply for permanent residence after living for a period of five years on Stamp 4.

 Long-Term Residence vs. Citizenship

  • Long-Term Residence: After five years on Stamp 4, apply for long-term residence.
  • Citizenship: After five years of residence, eligible to apply for citizenship, offering full rights as an Irish citizen.

The steps to apply are as follows:

  1. As mentioned in the prerequisites section, prepare the documents.
  2. Visit the national website of Ireland to fill in the application form for citizenship.
  3. Submit the necessary documents.
  4. Await the decision; in most cases if not all, an interview is held to learn more about the applicant.
  5. Once the results are out you will have your long-term residence followed by citizenship of Ireland!

Read the official website of Ireland to know more or book a counselling session with Study Overseas Help to know more about living in Ireland. Happy learning, happy living!

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Study in Ireland; Understanding the Cities, Colleges, Courses, and Costs

Study in Ireland for Indian Students

Ireland is an island located in northwestern Europe. It’s the second-largest island of the British Isles, separated from Great Britain to the east by the Irish Sea, the North Channel, and St. George’s Channel. Ireland is among the top ten wealthiest countries in the world in terms of GDP per capita and the third most developed country by the United Nations Human Development Index.

It is one of the most educated countries in the world. The efficiency of the education system in Ireland is evident from the fact that 37 per cent of Ireland’s population has a university or college degree, among the highest percentages in the world. Education in Ireland is affordable and provides top-quality services. A total of 6 Universities in Ireland rank in the top 500 Universities across the globe as per the rankings of January 2024

Many Indian students prefer Ireland as their study-abroad location for various reasons. First, Ireland focuses on practical skills and provides miscellaneous job opportunities. Another significant advantage for Indian students is the availability of high-quality Master’s programs that can be completed in just one year. This saves time and money compared to traditional two-year programs. Also, since English is the primary language of instruction in Ireland, Indian students face less of a language barrier when studying there.

To sum it all up, the top reasons for Indian students to study in Ireland are:

  1. The efficiency of the Education system.
  2. Rapid development.
  3. Affordable education system.
  4. One-year Masters with Job opportunities.
  5. English as the language of instruction.

Now that we know the unique selling point of studying in Ireland, let us take a look at the most suitable cities to pursue your studies, followed by the best universities in Ireland, and the courses provided, and finish off the blog with a cost estimate of studying in Ireland.

  1. Cities

The first is the Capital City of Ireland, Dublin. Known for its literary heritage, museums, galleries, Georgian architecture and a house to diverse MNCs and tech companies, a business hub, Dublin is also home to the famous Trinity College of Dublin. Other prominent institutes are University College Dublin, Dublin City University and Technological Institute of Dublin.

Second is the city of Cork, which is the second largest city following Dublin. Entrepreneurship, Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals, Engineering and Technology, and Arts are prominent fields of Education in Cork. University College Cork is a recognized University apart from the Cork Institute of Technology.

Third, is the city of Limerick. Known for its mediaeval landmarks and history, this city is known as the Rugby capital of Ireland. A notable University in the city is the University of Limerick, renowned for its strong focus on Engineering and Science-related streams.

Fourth, is the city of Galway which lives to tell the story of Ireland’s rich heritage through its culture, tradition, and language. The most renowned National University of Ireland, Galway is also situated here.

Comes Fifth, the city of Waterford. It is equidistant to Dublin, Cork, and Limerick. Gaining fame for being one of the oldest cities established by the Vikings, and being home to the magnificent Waterford crystals, in this relatively small city, the Waterford Institute of Technology is well known for its Research advancements.

  1. Colleges and Courses

Before we learn about the top courses one can study in Ireland, let us take a look at the top colleges or rather Universities in Ireland. To compile the following list, Data was taken from the Ranking Web of Universities

  1. Trinity College Dublin, University of Dublin:

With a 21,000 student intake, and courses spread across 24 schools, this University standing from the 16th century provides some interesting courses.

Some of them are an Undergrad degree in Ancient and Medieval History and Culture, Civil Structural and Environmental Engineering, Computer Science Linguistics and Language, Molecular Medicine, and Nanoscience apart from the regular courses in Computer programming, History, Arts, Biology Chemistry, Business making a total of 121 courses. Postgraduate courses like Advanced Ageing and Frailty, Children’s Literature, Climate Entrepreneurship, and Divinity are some of the fascinating courses of the 184 PG programs.

  1. University College Dublin:

With a 38,000 plus intake, this is Ireland’s largest University, prestigiously known for being a Public research University. Purses span from Agriculture, Architecture, and Arts, to Physiotherapy, Radiography, Sports, Law, and Engineering. They also provide a great scope in Research and Innovation by helping startups, businesses, consultancies, researchers, and students step into the world of shaping the future.

  1. University College Cork:

Established in 1845, this is a constituent university of the National University of Ireland. The Undergraduate courses include Applied Plant Biology, Applied Psychology, Arts, Astrophysics, Food Marketing, Folklore, Finance, and multiple others. Postgraduate Degrees are available in programs suh as Actuarial Science, Irish Christianity, Allergy and Clinical Immunology, Audiology, Criminology, Computer Sciences and a ton others.

  1. University of Limerick:

This public research university located in the city of Limerick has its programs classified under 6 schools. They include the Arts and Humanities, Business, Education, Engineering, and Health Sciences.

  1. University of Galway:

Founded in 1845 as Queen’s College Galway, this University similar to the University of Cork, is a public research constituent university of the University of Ireland. Bachelor of Arts in Global Media, Music, Human Rights, Geosystems, Earth and Ocean Sciences, Mental Health Nursing, and Occupational Therapy are some of the undergraduate courses.

Other prominent universities are:

  1. Dublin City University
  2. Royal College of Surgeons of Ireland
  3. Maynooth University
  4. Technological University Dublin
  5. Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies

Now that we have gleaned over the popular cities, colleges, and courses, let us understand the cost of study in Ireland.

  1. Cost

The cost of study in Ireland for Indian students ranges from €9,850 to €25,500 annually for an undergraduate program, €9,500 to €34,500 annually for a postgraduate master’s degree and €9,500 to €34,500 annually for a doctoral degree. The cost can largely be classified into tuition fees and living expenses.

Type of ExpenseIn EurosIn INR
Tuition fees9,850 – 55,000 EUR/year8,79,802 – 49,13,218.74 Rs./year
Living costs550 – 1,000 EUR/month26,802 – 89,349 Rs./month
Food cost250-350 EUR/month22,300 – 31,267 Rs./month
Transport cost50-55 EUR/month4500 – 5000 Rs./month
Extra/emergency cost200 EUR/month17,861 Rs./month

For students who are looking for scholarships, there are three types:

  1. Government of Ireland Scholarship: The prestigious Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship offers full tuition waivers and a €10,000 stipend for postgraduate programs.
  2. University Scholarships: Many Irish universities offer their scholarships specifically for international students, including merit-based awards and need-based assistance.
  3. Sector-Specific Scholarships: Some scholarships are offered for specific fields of study, such as the Teagasc Walsh Scholarship for postgraduate research in agriculture and food science.

Now, if everything is set and you have decided to study in Ireland, the next step is to book your flight tickets! Here’s a step-by-step process to do the same-

  1. Choose your travel dates and destinations
  2. Select a booking platform: You can use online travel agencies. (eg: MakeMyTrip) or book directly on airline websites (eg: Etihad Airways)
  3. Search for flights
  4. Compare prices and options
  5. Book your flight

Points to Remember:

  1. The costs will vary based on the University, the City, the Accommodation, and personal decisions. Thus it’s important to perform in-depth research and create a cost-estimate plan beforehand.
  2. Reach out to specific universities with the help of official websites.
  3. Ask your seniors/networks already studying abroad for guidance on the same

Last but not least, make sure you make the most of the time you spend abroad. This experience will shape your personality and equip you to achieve your career goals.

Happy Learning!