An Interpretation of Language Requirements for Studying in Ireland

# Studying in Ireland # Introduction Irish people attach great importance to education and regard education as the foundation of healthy social and economic development. The perfect education system and high-level teaching quality have attracted a large number of international students from all over the world. The following is a shared interpretation of the language requirements for studying in Ireland. Welcome to read the reference! 1. An Interpretation of Language Requirements for Studying in Ireland

First, high school.

Considering that this standard is a bit high for high school students, most colleges and universities in Ireland offer language courses. Generally speaking, IELTS score of 6 or TOEFL score of 80 can be read in a language class 10 weeks or so. IELTS 5.5 or TOEFL 70 can take language classes for half a year; IELTS 5 or TOEFL 60 can choose an independent preparatory course to enter an 8-month language class; If you don't reach IELTS 5 or TOEFL 60, Ireland has also prepared a zero-based language class for everyone.

Second, universities.

Language requirements for studying in some universities in Ireland: IELTS score of Class A reaches 5.5 to 6.5, which varies according to the application subjects. If the foreign students can't reach the language scores stipulated by the institutions, as long as their English scores reach IELTS 4.5 to 5.5, they can apply for Irish preparatory courses and enter regular universities after completing the preparatory courses. In addition, foreign students can also choose not to provide English scores, go directly to the language school in Ireland, take the exam after three months to 1 year of language learning, and then enter the regular university after passing.

1. General national university entrance language requirements: IELTS 6.5 for undergraduate students, with each item not less than 6 or TOEFL 90 and each item not less than 20.

2. The requirements of the Institute of Technology are slightly lower: IELTS 6 or TOEFL 80 are acceptable.

Third, a master's degree.

The condition for Ireland to apply for a master's degree is that foreign students have a bachelor's degree, and the undergraduate major is not necessarily the major for applying for a master's degree. The language score provided can not be lower than IELTS 6.5, and they can provide proof of deposit of more than RMB 200,000.

Fourth, preparatory courses.

The conditions for applying for Irish or preparatory schools are: international students who have graduated from high school and are between the ages of 18-24 can provide proof of deposit of more than 200,000 RMB. Students applying for preparatory schools must reach TOEFL 550 or IELTS 4.5, and international students applying for language schools do not need to provide language scores.

2. Majors with advantages in studying in Ireland

1. Computer major

Ireland is called the Silicon Valley of Europe. Eight European headquarters of world 10 top computer companies have settled in Ireland, including Microsoft, IBM, Hewlett-Packard, Dell and GATEWAY. It is also the European headquarters of Facebook and PayPal. It is easy for computer majors to find suitable jobs after graduation.

2. Financial accounting

Ireland is the second largest financial service center in Europe. More than 500 banks and financial institutions regard Ireland as their service base in Europe, and the financial settlement center of Bank of China is located in Dublin, the capital of Ireland. Studying in Ireland is a major that is short of talents in Ireland. The European headquarters of the four world-renowned accounting firms are all set up in Ireland, providing a large number of internship and employment opportunities every year. Students with a bachelor's degree in accounting in Ireland can be exempted from nine basic courses of ACCA.

3. Business major

At present, actuaries and financial engineers all over the world are from business. Because of the high professional requirements and the shortage of talents, their salaries are very high and will soar all the way. With the economic recovery, Master of Business has once again become an enviable choice for studying abroad.

4. Bio-pharmaceutical and food specialty

Ireland has been called the second largest pharmaceutical exporter in the world since 20 12. Ireland is one of the five largest producers of pharmaceutical and chemical products in the world. It has made a lot of scientific research achievements in the fields of medicine, chemicals, medical devices and food, and has a large number of pharmaceutical and health care products enterprises. Including Wyeth, Schering-Plough and other 20 global pharmaceutical companies, 16 takes Ireland as its European headquarters.

5. Tourism and Hotel Major

Ireland was rated as a tourist destination country. More than twice the population of Ireland comes here for sightseeing every year. Developed tourism has also spawned the vigorous development of Irish hotel industry, among which Shannon hotel management is the most well known.

6. Film and television media major

Ireland's film and television media industry is also very developed, which can combine animation and music technology seamlessly and occupy a place in the world. Students are favored by enterprises all over the world for their creativity, superb image and sound software development ability. Griffith, Menus and other universities have strong specialties in film and television production and dubbing of film and television music. Music production majors, such as multimedia and recording engineering, are also very scarce technologies in China at present.

7. Engineering major

Engineering is one of the largest industries in the world, and there are millions of professionals engaged in this industry. Engineering graduates can choose a wide range of industries, including: commerce, education, government industrial management and civil defense, public health care, public services, information industry, construction, manufacturing, electricity, gas, water supply, mining, finance and insurance, agriculture and so on.

3. Study abroad safety knowledge in Ireland

1, safe accommodation

If you live on campus, you usually need to share space with at least one person. At this time, everyone should pay attention to the safety of personal property, and you need to tidy up your personal belongings. If it is valuable, it needs to be locked up, so as to avoid life friction.

If you rent a house, there will be more things to consider. When choosing a house, you should check the surrounding security situation, and check the use of water and electricity and various possible security risks before moving in. Remember to lock the door when you go out and enter. If you lose it, you must change the lock.

2. Social security

In the new environment, we need to make new friends, so that we can smoothly integrate into Irish life. When making friends, you need to be cautious and try to put your social circle in school, at least among classmates, which will not only be safer, but also have more topics.

When attending various social activities, including parties, try not to go to places full of strangers; If you are traveling, whether it is long-distance or short-distance, try to be accompanied, so it will be more convenient to ask for help.

3. Work safety

Part-time job is something that many students will do, but from the beginning of finding a job, everyone should choose the right way, have an intermediary to guarantee it, and basically don't have to worry about being cheated, and there is also a platform to help in the follow-up rights protection.

Before starting work, we should sign a labor contract, clarify the possible disputes, and pay attention to the specific calculation method and amount of wages and the contents of the basic insurance that has been paid.

4. Psychological safety

The psychology of foreign students can't be ignored, because in the new environment, we will face various pressures, both active and passive. Only by giving correct guidance can we successfully pass the transition period.

Parents must always pay attention, need to call more to understand the current situation of their children, and students should learn to adjust themselves. Generally, schools will have psychological counseling rooms, and everyone can seek professional help.