Ireland
Ireland, one of The most popular destinations for international students
Ireland is a small island nation, located at the western end of Europe. Thanks to its wide and excellent educational offer and its affordable standard of living, studying in Ireland is very popular as it is one of the top destinations for all students who want to study abroad.
Living in Ireland is a safe and tolerant place to live and it consistently ranks in the top 20 countries in the world for quality of life, peace and human development. It is also a young country, with a third of the population under the age of 25. Study in Ireland and you will join over 35,000 international students from 161 countries who love where they live.
IRISH CITIES
COST OF LIVING IN IRELAND
INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT IRELAND
We resolve your frequently asked questions
Irish Cities
When you have decided to study in Ireland, the next step is to choose the destination that best suits your needs. Each person has different tastes, so we will tell you the details of each of the cities in Ireland. Let's hope that may serve as a guide when deciding on your city.
Study English in Ireland, where the welcome is always warm and good company is never lacking
Cost of living in Ireland
He economic issue when taking the step to live the experience in another country It is something very important to us, How much money do I need to live in Ireland? Will I be able to support myself for a while with my savings? Will the money I earn be enough to live on? We want to give you a rough idea of what these costs would be as students and clarify your main doubts about how much does it cost to live in Ireland.
KEY FACTORS
DWELLING
Housing expenditure in Ireland is between 400€ and 700€ per month.
If you look at the city information sheets, you will see that this factor varies depending on which city you live in and how close you live to the center.The closer you live to the center of a city, the more expensive the rents will be.. As you may have already noticed, If you live in DUBLIN Your rent will be higher since Major capitals tend to be more expensive than the rest (up to 47.9% higher than in CORK).
Sharing accommodation is the cheapest way to live in Ireland (between 200€ and 500€ ) Also, renting a shared room in a shared house will be even more convenient than renting a single room. Couples or friends who decide to live the experience togetherIn this sense they have an advantage, since they will share the expenses, and the cost is reduced by almost half.
FEEDING
Buying food at the supermarket can cost between €80 and €100 per month, which can be enough to keep your fridge full. Shopping is one of the most variable expenses. It all depends on how much and what type of diet you follow. To save money you have to look for offers, buy the supermarket white brands, the cheapest ones in Ireland are Lidl or AldiThese supermarkets are very useful for saving.
TRANSPORT
Although their size makes them quite manageable to get around on foot, the main Irish cities have public transport services to get around them. There are more than 100 city bus lines in Dublin and the price of the The ticket price varies depending on the number of stops between the origin and destination. of the journey.More or less, an average is usually about 2€ – 5€ per trip. You can also buy weekly, monthly or even annual rates, this way you also save on transportation, you will have to calculate which formula suits you according to the amount of transportation you use.
MOBILE RATE
The telephone bill is between 15 and 20 euros per month. The best thing is to get a prepaid card and recharge it month by month.
SOCIAL LIFE
In addition to the main expenses of a student in Ireland We'll also have to enjoy a little bit of the Irish Experience, right?
LEISURE
- A dinner for two can cost you around €40.
- The cinema costs about €13, the good thing is that there are always cinemas that have discounts for students, you just have to look!
- A menu in Burger King It can cost you about €10.
- A cappuccino It costs about €3.70 for a medium size in a good area.
- Going out to party It costs about €40 per night.
HOW MUCH DOES AN INTERNATIONAL STUDENT EARN IN IRELAND?
If you have an EU passport, as we have already mentioned, you do not have to apply for any type of visa., so you have no limit on working hours.
With your student visa you can work 20 hours (40 hours during your course vacation period) and you will earn at least the legal minimum, 10.50€ per hour;
Part-time 20 hours a week you will earn an average of 700€
Full-time during your vacation period of the course 40 hours a week you will earn an average of 1300€ .
Curiosities of Ireland
Gemstone
Euros
Patrick's Day
Gaelic First
Police
Giant
Literary Cradle
Guinness Please
Frequently asked questions about studying in Ireland
COULD I DO THE PROCEDURES ON MY OWN?
Of course, that No agency or school will tell you otherwise.If you want, you can do it on your own without any problem. We help you for FREE so why not give us the opportunity to meet and prepare the whole process together?
You have nothing to lose and a lot to gain
Of course not! In fact, we embarked on this adventure precisely to LEARN. If you don't have a level of English, Japanese or Korean, you can start from the most basic level.
In the case of Australia, we can do most of the paperwork for you, as it does not require the person applying for the visa to appear in person at the embassy at any stage. In the case of Ireland, Japan and South Korea, we cannot do all the paperwork for you, as the person applying for the visa must do some of the paperwork at the embassy. However, in both cases we will guide you step by step in preparing all the necessary documents for your visa, so you will not be alone. We are certified and will be your guru in everything related to the application and processing of the visa.
If you don't have a high level, you can start in "unskilled" jobs; it will be easier to apply for jobs as your level improves.
Each school has a payment policy that is appropriate to the needs of the students. Each country also has its own documentation that may require payment for the course, this is the case in Japan and South Korea. Regarding Australia, payment for the full course is not required.
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STUDENT VISA IN IRELAND
01.
Can I work in Ireland while studying English?
Depends Whatever your country of origin is and the type of visa you are studying with. If you have a European passport, you will be able to work and study in Ireland without any restrictions.
With a student visa, in addition to studying in Ireland, you can also work part-time (20 hours per week) during term time, and full-time during holidays.
02.
Which is the best city?
We cannot tell you which is the best city to go to study in Ireland. Each city has its charm, both Dublin and Cork are great for students, Only you can guess which one best suits you.
03.
Do I have to pay for the entire course in advance?
No, many schools offer the option of paying in installments to suit the needs of students.
04.
What is the best time to go to Ireland?
Every season in Ireland has something special, you can go in March to experience St. Patrick's Day, in summer to take advantage of the warmer months or in October to celebrate Halloween. Maybe it's a good plan to spend the summer with your friends and family and start your new life in September, or perhaps start a new year with new purpose and start your life in Ireland in January! It's up to you!
05.
Will I be able to live well in Ireland by working 20 hours a week?
Working 20 hours a week you can live in Ireland without any problem.In addition, you must keep in mind that during the months of vacation you will be able to work full time and you can be the little ant that saves for the “winter”.
06.
Can I renew my student visa while studying in Ireland?
Yes, you can renew it up to 2 times, although sometimes you may be asked to leave the country to complete the paperwork. In addition, you cannot stay in Ireland for more than 2 consecutive years with the student visa.