Study in Ireland Consultants in Hyderabad

lthough Ireland has a rich and distinctive history, it is a truly modern nation. In more recent years the economy has experienced unprecedented growth – especially in IT, biotechnology and international finance – and it has one of the highest economic growth rates in the world. Many students help support their studies by working 20 hours per week during semesters and 40 hours per week during vacations. The minimum wage in Ireland is 8.65 Euros per hour and after graduation there are work permit and green card opportunities, which can lead to PR.

The population of the Republic of Ireland is 4.5 million with around 1.5 million living in the capital city, Dublin.

Dublin is a young, vibrant and cosmopolitan city and has been named as Europe’s city of culture. It is a compact city with all modern amenities close at hand and a low crime rate when compared to other major cities around the world.

GEOGRAPHY & CLIMATE

Ireland enjoys a temperature & climate influenced by the relatively warm waters of the Gulf Stream in whose path the island lies. During the winter temperatures rarely drop below freezing and snow is uncommon. The coldest and wettest months are December, January and February. July and August are the warmest months.

CURRENCY:

The official currency of Ireland is Euro.

MAJOR CITIES:

Dublin, Cork, Waterford, Galway, Limerick.

SPORTS:

Soccer and Rugby.

IRELAND EDUCATION SYSTEM:

Ireland’s long and honourable tradition in educational excellence is recognized the world over. Dating back to the Middle Ages, Ireland held the position of one of the principal education to the western world. Responsibility for education lies within the Department of Education and Science. It administers all aspects of education policy including curricula, syllabi and national examinations. Education is free in the vast majority of primary and secondary schools, and at undergraduate level, and is compulsory from 6-15 years.

TYPE OF EDUCATION

One-Year Certificate: 1year full-time course
National Certificate: 2 years full-time course
National Diploma: 1 year after National Certificate
Bachelor’s Degree: Normally 3 or 4 years course
Graduate Diploma: Usually 1 year
Masters Degree: Either by research or through a taught programme-1 or 2 years duration
Doctorate (PhD): Usually takes a minimum of 3 years of original research

The Irish Education System is traditionally divided into three basic levels: Primary (8 years); Secondary (5 or 6 years) and Third level which offers a wide range of opportunities from post-Secondary courses, to vocational and technical training, to full degree and the highest post-graduate level.

Higher Education

Third Level Education System in Ireland is broad in scope and encompasses the university sector, the technological sector, the college of education and private, independent colleges. The first three grouping which comprise 34 institutions are autonomous and self governing, but are substantially state funded.