QUALIFICATION OFFERED

There are four-degree awarding bodies. The National University of Ireland [UCD, UCC, DCU, and Maynooth], Dublin University, Dublin City University, and the University of Limerick. Quality and Qualifications Ireland [QQI] is the awarding body for third-level educational institutions outside of the university sector. QQI is also the awarding body for further education and training.

• Non-University Level
• Two-Year Certificate
• Three-Year Diploma

WHEN AND HOW TO APPLY

The central Application Office [CAQ] processes all applications to Irish universities, colleges of education, institutes of technology, and some other institutes of higher education for undergraduate courses, in a centralized manner. However, Institutions are the final decision-makers on who gets admission to their Institution. Students who wish to apply for postgraduate courses do so directly to their chosen universities. However, you must always contact your chosen university for more information on the application process.

Universities and colleges admit students the majority in September. A few universities offer intakes in February too. We advise students to start planning for applications at least a year in advance.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

The general criteria for application are mentioned below:

English Requirement

• Most universities require a minimum score of 6.5 in IELTS score for UG and 6.5 or above for PG programmes
• Universities also accept equivalent PTE Academic score:51-58 for UG and 59-64 for PG.

Undergraduate

• Most universities require a minimum of 12 years of elementary and secondary education. However, Your academic credentials must be very impressive
• Minimum aggregate marks of 65% in 12th grade
• Mathematics in class XII [a prerequisite for some science and technology courses].
• Minimum required IELTS/PTE Academic scores.

Post - Graduate

• Most universities require a qualification equivalent to the Irish bachelor's degree, which requires 16 years of formal education. It would mean another year of education after an Indian bachelor's or a four-year bachelor's degree course like B.E., B.Tech. or other such courses.
• First-class in undergraduate level degree.
• Minimum required IELTS/PTE Academic scores
• Relevant work experience[ some universities require these courses like MBA].

POST-STUDY WORK RIGHTS

Under Ireland's Third Level Graduate Scheme, students who have studied in Ireland and completed a recognised degree, such as a bachelor's degree, post-graduate diploma, master's, or an MBA from an Irish higher education institution may remain and work in the country after their studies. The institution they studied must be listed with an Irish degree-awarding body [overseas accreditation will not be accepted]. This allows eligible graduates to remain in Ireland for 24 months to seek employment. They can work for up to 40 hours per week, and apply for a further permit or green card during this period.

VISA REQUIREMENTS

You will require a student visa if you wish to stay in Ireland for more than 3 months, with studying there as the main purpose of your visit. You must complete the following requirements to apply:

• A letter of acceptance from an Irish educational institution, confirming your enrolment in a course of full-time education involving a minimum of 15 hours of organised daytime tuition each week.
• A duly completed and signed application form, with two passport size photographs
• You will have to pay a non-refundable visa application fee.
• Evidence of scholarship or payment of course fees. The course fee must be paid to the institution in full if it is less than 6000, where the course fee is in excess of 6000 you must pay at least this amount. The minimum amount is an Immigration requirement.
• English language certificate, except for cases where the applicant is going for an English language course.
• Proof of sufficient funds to support your stay in Ireland for a year. Immediate access to at least 7000 in the applicant's bank account is required.
• Proof of sufficient funds for the whole course of your studies. This is the same amount for each subsequent year
• Private medical insurance.
• A passport valid for at least 12 months after your proposed date of arrival in Ireland.