How much funds must I show for an Ireland student visa?

You must show EUR 12,000 in available funds for living costs for the first year, in addition to paid tuition.

Is Ireland cheaper than the UK?

Tuition is comparable, but Dublin's accommodation costs are high. Cork, Limerick and Galway are significantly more affordable.

Can I get PR in Ireland after studying?

After the graduate programme, a Critical Skills Employment Permit can lead to long-term residency in as little as two years of work.

Study in Ireland from India

Ireland is the European headquarters for Google, Meta, Apple, Pfizer and Intel, which makes it exceptional for tech, pharma and finance graduates. English-speaking, EU-based and offering a two-year stay back for master's graduates, it has become a top choice for Indian students.

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1 year

Master's duration

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Main intake

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Why students choose Ireland

Tech and pharma hub

Global companies run their EU operations from Dublin, Cork and Galway, creating strong graduate hiring pipelines.

Two-year stay back

Level 9 master's graduates get the Third Level Graduate Programme for 24 months of full work rights.

English-speaking EU

Study in English while gaining access to the wider European job market.

One-year master's

Most taught master's programs finish in 12 months, reducing overall cost.

Cost of studying in Ireland

Tuition (per year): EUR 12,000 - 26,000
Living expenses: EUR 10,000 - 12,000
Health insurance: EUR 500 - 900
Visa fee: EUR 60 - 100

Intakes

September is the main intake, with a smaller January intake for selected programs.

Work rights

Students can work 20 hours a week during term and 40 hours during holidays, then apply for the two-year Third Level Graduate Programme after a master's.

Top universities and colleges in Ireland

A starting shortlist of institutions our counsellors place students into every intake. Your final list is built around your grades, budget, test scores and target career, so treat this as a reference rather than a ranking.

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8 of 8 colleges

Trinity College Dublin

Dublin

Ireland's oldest and highest-ranked university.

University College Dublin

Dublin

Large international cohort with strong business school.

University of Galway

Galway

Affordable living with medtech industry links.

University College Cork

Cork

Strong in pharma, food science and computing.

Dublin City University

Dublin

Industry placements built into many programs.

University of Limerick

Limerick

Renowned co-operative education model.

Maynooth University

Maynooth

Growing computer science and data programs.

Technological University Dublin

Dublin

Practical engineering and IT degrees.

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Popular courses in Ireland

MSc Computer ScienceMSc Pharmaceutical ScienceMSc Business AnalyticsMSc FinanceMSc CybersecurityMSc Biotechnology

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