There are 11 government‐funded institutes of technology. They offer a wide variety of programs that can be both academically and vocationally focused.

Colleges, mostly private, offer a range of programs including professional certificates, diplomas, undergraduate & postgraduate degrees in a diverse range of subjects.

Bachelors:

• Minimum 70%‐90% in class 12th for Universities
• 70% in class 12th for Institute of Technologies
• 55%‐60% in class 12th for Colleges

Masters :

• Minimum 55%‐75% in Graduation with
• IELTS 6.5* with no band less than 6.0. IELTS 6 with no band less than 5.5 is also acceptable in some Universities, Institutes of Technologies and Colleges.

Dublin Business School offers 2 months pre‐sessional English Language course if the student is having IELTS 6 with no band less than 5.5 and the overall requirement is 6.5 bands.

Documents Required for Applications

• Mark sheets of Class X, XII, and Bachelors degree (if applicable)
• At least, two academic reference letters from professors who have taught you most recently
• If you have work experience, then one letter of recommendation from the employer/manager
• Statement of Purpose (SOP)
• Resume
• A score of IELTS/TOEFL (English Language)
• Others (Scholarships/ Certificates/ achievements at the state and national level and extracurricular activities)

Cost & Expenses

Study in Ireland expenses:

• Tuition Fees for undergraduate courses is about 8-15 lakhs/year 
  
• Average Tuition Fees for postgraduate courses is about 10-15 lakhs/year
  
• Living cost approx 8-10 lakhs/year

Major Intakes

Autumn intake in September is the main intake in Ireland and there is a smaller Spring intake in February [For some programs/ colleges more intakes are available]

Part-Time Work

When you study in Ireland, you can work part-time in the following cases:

• Registered with GNIB [Non-EU students coming to Ireland to study for more than 90 days have to, by law, register with the Garda National Immigration Bureau].
• Enrolled in a recognized program leading to a qualification recognized by the Minister for Education & Skills.
• Attending a full-time program of education at or above NFQ Level 7 (Bachelors)
• On a program of at least one year’s duration

You can work up to 20 hours/week period once your course starts. You can work full time 40 hours/ week only during the months of June, July, August, and September and from 15th December to 15th January.

Post Study Work Visa

• Applications must be lodged at the VFS center at least 6 weeks prior to the proposed dates of travel.
• Student must have an unconditional offer and he/she should pay a minimum deposit of 6000 Euros if the fee is 12,000 Euros or less and 50% of the tuition fee if the fee is more than 12,000 Euros.
• Student Applications lodged 3 weeks or less prior to the proposed date of travel will not be processed. the 3 weeks deadline is for the file to reach the visa office in New Delhi and not the time of submission in the VFS office.

Approval in Principal Scheme

• Apply with a conditional offer (pending final year mark sheets provisional degree)
• the student must have paid a minimum deposit of 6000 Euros
• Application to be filed at least 7 weeks before the course start date
• Once the final year mark sheets and provisional degree has been submitted to Ireland embassy, the visa will be issued.

Spouse Visa in Ireland (Dependent Visa)

As a general rule non-EU international students studying in Ireland have no right to bring their families with them. Spouses and children of international students can apply to live in Ireland separately, but not on the basis of their relationship with a student. 
The Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Authority (INIS) might consider an exemption for certain cases from this policy. For example, if a student is pursuing Ph.D. studies (Level 10) and will be required to complete their doctorate within four years might be allowed to be joined by their partners and children. 

Documents Required for Student Visa Application for Ireland

Following documents will be required for the Visa application:

• Complete the online application forms
• Payment confirmation for visa application fees 
• Original Passport – Ensure your passport is valid for 12 months
• Provide a passport-sized photo
• Acceptance letter from University and proof of payment of fee
• Statement of Purpose – provide a signed letter of application that explains why you require the visa
• Brief CV
• English Language Test Scores IELTS/ TOEFL
• Transcripts, and certificates of your education 
• Letter from Current Employer or Experience Certificate (where applicable)
• Original Police Clearance Certificate from Passport Office.
• Medical Insurance
• Financial statements to prove you have funds for the remaining tuition fee and living expenses

Financial Documents for Ireland Study Visa Application

• Affidavit of Support of Sponsorer on stamp paper.
• Bank Statement & Bank Balance Certificate (Last 6 Months): Total tuition fees + €10,000 living expenses for each year.
• Bank Loan Sanction Letter and the documents of the property mortgaged with its valuation report (If any).
• Income Tax Return Papers of the sponsor for the last 3 years
• Fixed deposit receipts should be submitted along with a Fixed Deposit bank certificate (On bank letterhead)