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Ireland

1 high school13 universities and higher-education institutions
Ireland overview

An English-speaking route with strong academic and industry links

Ireland combines a student-friendly environment with universities and career-focused institutions. The ZBE guide highlights strengths across technology, business, engineering and pharmaceuticals, alongside wider academic options.

ZBE helps families compare programme fit, location, accommodation, entry requirements and the full cost before selecting an institution.

High-school route

Prepare for university through a focused Irish pathway

The listed high-school partner supports students preparing for further study in Ireland and other destinations.

01 / ACADEMIC PLAN

Match subjects to progression

Choose the school route around the student’s intended degree and entry requirements.

02 / STUDENT SUPPORT

Build a supported transition

Review teaching support, pastoral care, accommodation and the student’s readiness for independent study.

03 / LOCATION

Study in Dublin

Consider daily travel, accommodation, community and access to future university options.

What to compare

  • Subjects, qualification and intended university route
  • Academic support and student wellbeing
  • Accommodation, guardianship and daily travel
  • Activities, location and complete family budget
ZBE reviews the student’s present record and long-term goal before advising on the listed route.
Universities and higher education

Choose the institution and programme around the career goal

The 13 listed partners include universities, technological universities, specialist colleges and professional institutions.

UNIVERSITIES

Broad academic choice

Compare programme content, entry requirements, research environment and campus experience.

TECHNOLOGICAL STUDY

Applied and industry-linked learning

Review practical teaching, placements, facilities and links to employers.

SPECIALIST ROUTES

Professional preparation

Medicine, business and other specialist routes may require additional evidence or selection stages.

What students can compare

  • Dublin, Cork, Galway, Limerick, Maynooth and multi-campus options
  • Course structure, placements and professional outcomes
  • Campus culture, accommodation and complete living budget
  • Academic support, careers services and student community

What the application needs

  • Academic records and the correct entry qualification
  • Accepted English-language evidence where required
  • Statement, interview or course prerequisites where applicable
  • A realistic plan for tuition and living costs
Costs and funding

Plan the complete education budget

Use the guide ranges as a starting point and confirm current costs for the exact institution and programme.

High-school planning

  • Guide range: €40,000–€60,000 per year
  • Tuition and accommodation arrangements
  • Meals, insurance, activities, travel and personal expenses

University planning

  • Guide range: €12,000–€35,000 per year
  • Tuition and programme-specific fees
  • Housing, food, transport, insurance and materials
Fees, inclusions and scholarships vary. Confirm all current written figures before making a financial decision.
The ZBE journey

Guidance from profile to arrival in Ireland

One coordinated process for academic and practical decisions.

01

Profile and direction

We clarify the student’s stage, strengths and career goal.

02

Focused shortlist

Suitable institutions and programmes are compared.

03

Application preparation

Academic records, statements and course requirements are organised.

04

Visa and departure

The family receives current visa and pre-departure guidance.

Visa and preparation

Prepare with current requirements

Immigration rules and supporting evidence depend on the student’s age, programme and institution. ZBE helps families organise the appropriate records.

Book a consultation to confirm the current requirements before submitting an application.

Typical records to prepare

  • Passport and confirmed admission
  • Financial evidence meeting current requirements
  • Academic and English-language records where required
  • Accommodation, insurance and supporting documents where applicable

Let’s find the right school or university in Ireland.

Start with a shortlist shaped around the student’s qualifications, goals and preferred Irish experience.

Empowering students to achieve their academic dreams. Providing world-class pathway guidance and university advisory services.

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