IRELAND
Ireland is a popular English-speaking study destination for international students. Universities such as Trinity College Dublin, University College Dublin and University College Cork fall under the top 500 globally, making Ireland a destination for quality education.
Why Ireland?
The higher education system in Ireland is divided into different sectors: the university sector, the technological sector and colleges of education making it a suitable study destination for people from all educational backgrounds.
Universities offer degree programmes at the bachelor, master and doctorate levels. The technological sector offers vocational and professional programs on science and technology and is engaged in industry-focused research. The colleges of education offer training for primary school teachers.
Scholarship opportunities and international study programme
As a European Union (EU) member nation, students also benefit from the Erasmus Mundus+ programme. The Erasmus Programme is a European funding programme that offers university students a gateway to study in other EU countries and provides funding for international education, training projects, and many more. Furthermore, the Government of Ireland- International Education Scholarship (GOI-IES) offers scholarships to top-performing students from non-EU/EEA to study in Ireland for one year. Other programme-specific scholarships are also provided by various universities.
Post-study work opportunity
The Irish government offers a two-year post-study work permit for students seeking employment. Known for the fastest-growing economy in Europe, making it a hub for thriving industries such as pharmaceuticals, ICT and finance. Furthermore, major multinational companies like Google, Pfizer and IBM, which have their headquarters in Ireland, create excellent post-study opportunities for graduates in these fields.