Introduction to Basic Courses for Studying in Ireland

Language courses: mainly English courses, 20 class hours a week, generally divided into six levels, from elementary to advanced, according to the language test when students enter school. There are also intensive English classes, one-on-one training and professional English training.

Preparatory course: Preparatory course, also called basic course of university, is a bridging course designed for international students. Usually, if you pass this course, you will be admitted to the university. Courses usually last for one year (or half a year), and you can go directly to universities or colleges of higher education to study for a degree. The entrance qualification is flexible, but you need to have a good English level. Those who fail to meet the requirements of university entrance can prove their ability to attend university courses if they can complete the courses.

Vocational certificate: this course attaches great importance to the cultivation of practice and ability, usually for one or two years. After completion, you can continue to study in college. If you want to work, this is another widely recognized professional qualification.

Diploma course: generally, after one year of certificate course, the promotion of certificate course is the main task.

Bachelor's degree course: When you finish the foundation course, you can enter the university through the application process. The course duration is mostly three or four years, mainly including BA (Bachelor of Arts), BSc (Bachelor of Science) and LLB (Bachelor of Laws).

Master program: Applicants applying for master program must have a university degree or related professional qualifications. Those who want to enroll in master's courses generally need to choose a one-year postgraduate diploma course, and those who fail can continue to study for master's courses. Generally, postgraduate courses only take one or two years, but internships are usually arranged for two years.

Doctoral degree: it usually takes three years to determine the research plan, carry out research and complete the research paper.

Further reading: What kinds of study visas are there in Ireland?

entry visa

Ireland only issues entry visas, so in any case, visas are valid for three months from the date of issuance. When entering the country, immigration officials will routinely ask immigrants, so if you don't have enough evidence to prove that you are a real student, you may be refused entry. Generally speaking, students should carry their passports, air tickets, admission notices, host family addresses and cash or traveler's checks with them. It is recommended that the amount of cash or traveler's checks be more than $3,000, otherwise the immigration officials have the right to think that you are unable to pay the living expenses during your study period and tend to work illegally.

residence permit

Students are required to apply for a registration visa within one month after entering the country with their passports, school certificates and bank deposit certificates (about $2,000 or more) issued by students in Irish banks. The number of years of residence obtained is the same as the time for students to apply for courses.

get one's visa renewed

Students must apply for the second stage of study before the end of each study stage. Our company provides free assistance services. Students can apply for visa extension by presenting their passports, new admission notices (from the same school or another school), proof of paid fees and other documents. Generally, the application time takes 1 ~ 7 days. Immigration will not extend visas to students whose attendance rate is less than 85%.