Ireland

Experience Ireland

Ireland - a dynamic, lively, modern country with a young population and a successful, technologically orientated economy .... but it remains a country where music, conversation, culture, traditions, time to relax, listen and make friends ... matter. A country with cultured, cosmopolitan cities renowned for its beautiful, unspoiled countryside and scenery.

Ireland- linked to the world

• Irelandis an English-speaking country with close cultural, economic and educational links with the English-speaking world, especially with theUK- our next door neighbour and with theUSA, where Irish Americans form a high proportion of the population.
• We are European - part of the EU family of nations and cultures and of the increasingly integrated European Education Area.
• Irelandis Global in outlook - for several centuries Irish people have emigrated to and settled in many countries around the globe and today we welcome people toIrelandfrom all over the world. 

Ireland- where education and learning count

• From the mediaeval monastic centres, to the "hedge schools" of the 17th - 19th centuries, to the schools and colleges of today
• From the Irish scholar monks in Europe in the middle ages, to the missionary teachers of the 19th and 20th century in Asia, Africa and the Americas, to the international scholars and researchers of today..
• From the 8th century Book of Kells to Joyce, Beckett, Shaw...
• From the traditional, cultural and literary learning to leading-edg, 21st science and technology

Ireland- where education and industry meet

• Irish education is of the highest international quality.
• It prepares people for success
• It has close links to industry and is characterised by creativity, flexibility, agility, pragmatism and informality.
• Education was a key factor in makingIrelandone of the fastest growing economies in the world over the past decade.
• Investment in research and "4th level" education is a key plank in developing Irelandas a knowledge society in the new global economy.
   

Why Study inIreland?

Ireland’s worldwide reputation for high quality education is built on the solid foundation of commitment to excellence.Irelandis a beautiful island, combining contemporary modern cities with an unspoilt countryside, offering cityscapes steeped in history and landscapes lush with a rich natural habitat. Renowned for friendliness, our safe, English speaking country offers the warmest of welcomes to students from all over the world.

A friendly, safe country

And it is not just us saying it!Irelandwas voted by Lonely Planet as the world’s friendliest country in 2008 and 2010 and was ranked 12th in the 2009 Global Peace Index. International students enrich campus communities countrywide and our hospitable nature coupled with an unrivalled sense of fun ensures living inIrelandis an unforgettable experience. The island’s varied environment is ideal for many outdoor pursuits such as climbing, water sports and all kinds of ball and team sports. It’s easy to exploreEuropefrom an Irish base with low-cost, frequent flights making trips affordable.

English-speaking country

Irelandis an English-speaking country with close cultural, economic and educational links with the English-speaking world, especially with theUK- our next door neighbour - and with theUSA. With 36% of the population under the age of 25,Irelandis one of the most exciting places in the English-speaking world to be a student.

Internationally recognised qualifications and extensive choice

Irish higher education institutions and qualifications are recognised worldwide for excellence, delivering world-class innovative learning in many disciplines. Students can choose from an extensive range of courses to meet their needs in highly respected business schools, centres of scientific and technology excellence as well as renowned language, humanities and arts faculties.

Supportive learning environments

Dedicated international offices work closely with administrative, academic and specialist staff to fully support students throughout their time inIreland. Through these specialist support structures, students receive direct access to information, facilities, services and staff.

Innovative and creative culture

Irelandis a land rich in cultural heritage with a history of world-leading innovation. From the flamboyance of Oscar Wilde to mould-breaking James Joyce from the pioneering quantum physics of John Bell to Nobel Laureate Ernest Walton,Ireland’s unique innovative and creative culture is an integral part of the Irish experience.

Distinguished graduates

Ireland’s graduates are innovators in their fields, leaders in their communities and ambassadors for excellence all around the world. Qualifications earned and connections made inIrelanddeliver a passport to success.

Leading global companies in Ireland

Companies who require a skilled, educated and highly capable workforce to drive their success choose to locate inIreland. Recently, Ireland welcomed Ireland has welcomed Google, Facebook, Pfizer, Apple, Intel to name just a few  - all of whom chose Ireland as their European base.

Take the first step to join the growing number of international students choosing Ireland to fulfil their potential. Your future starts here....