
Study In Ireland
Here’s a comprehensive guide for all Indian students who want to study in Ireland
Consistently ranked in the world’s top 20 countries for exceptional quality of life, peace, and human development, Ireland is increasingly becoming a top choice among Indian students. With a vibrant culture that rewards entrepreneurial spirit and offers multiple opportunities to grow professionally, the country will teach you lessons that go beyond the class curriculum.


How much will it cost to study in the Ireland?
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Most commonly, courses in humanities, education, and arts are a little cheaper, while subjects such as medicine, engineering, business, and management are likely to be more expensive. If you wish to study abroad at a postgraduate level, the tuition fee is typically higher, and the costs vary depending on the program.
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Undergraduate program
€9,850 to €25,500 annually
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Postgraduate masters degree
€9,500 to €34,500 annually
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Doctoral degree
€9,500 to €34,500 annually
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Scholarships to study in Ireland
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Here are some popular scholarship programs you can apply to study in Ireland as an Indian student:
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The Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship
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Under this initiative, 60 scholarships are granted for 1-year study at Bachelors, Masters or PhD levels, if you have been offered to study in Irish higher education institution. Upon securing the scholarship, you will receive:
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A €10,000 stipend for 1 year of study
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Fully funded tuition and other registration costs at the higher education institution opted for
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(Source: http://eurireland.ie/2020/02/10/government-of-ireland-international-education-scholarships-2020/)
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The Walsh Fellowship
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Awarded to postgraduates relevantly working on projects related to Teagasc Research and Knowledge Transfer Program, majorly in fields of food, crops, animal and grasslands, environment, economics and rural development. The fellowship commemorates late Dr. Tom Walsh contribution to agriculture and food research in Ireland.
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There are up to 30 new places each year with a grant of €22,000 per student. The duration is Up to two years for MSc course and four years a maximum for a PhD program and location is preferably Teagasc Research Centre.
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The applications for scholarships are invited in each June and deadline extends to early-September. For applications are not invited from individual PG student and it does not include taught (non-research) postgraduate programmes
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Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship
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This scholarship is funded by the Department of Education and Skills and managed by the Council. This opens up a gateway for international students to pursue their Research MS and PhD or Direct PhD (MS leading to PhD). The amount includes: -
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a stipend of €16,000 per annum
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a contribution to fees, including non-EU fees, up to a maximum of €5,750 per annum
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eligible direct research expenses of €2,250 per annum
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Health and support services in Ireland
All international students are required to present a proof of comprehensive medical insurance when registering with the Garda National Immigration Bureau. Remember, you’ll have to arrange for your health insurance with an Irish health insurance provider during your stay in Ireland.
Popular health insurance providers in Ireland include:
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Irish Life Health
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VHI Healthcare
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GloHealth Insurance
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Student Insure
Learn more about Irish health and support services provided to Indian students

Student safety guide for International students in Ireland
What to do in an emergency?
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Ireland does not have local police forces. Instead, there is a nationwide force called The Guardians of the Peace (A Garda Síochána), established in 1922 that is led by a commissioner.
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If you happen to face any emergency, call the “blue light" services - Garda Síochána, ambulance, fire and Irish Coast Guard on the toll free numbers - 112 or 999.
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You can call 112 from anywhere in Europe.
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If you need to report a crime that does not require immediate attention, visit your local Garda station.
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