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Ireland Education System
The education system in Ireland is one of the best in the world according to the
2007 independent IMD World Competitiveness Report.
The Republic of Ireland's education system is quite similar to that of most other
western countries. Responsibility for education in Ireland lies with the Minister
for Education who is a member of the Irish Government and responsible to the National
Parliament.
The education system in Ireland produces over 35,000 graduates every year and since
1992 there has been an increase of 35% in students studying third level engineering/
technology courses.
Higher Education
in Ireland consists of the universities (with associated colleges of education),
institutes of technology, and a number of private independent colleges. The universities
and institutes of technology are autonomous and self-governing, but are substantially
state-funded.
The universities and colleges have a small number of scholarships for overseas students.
Students are advised to contact the institution directly to obtain Application.
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Higher Education in Ireland
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Technical/Vocational Post-Secondary Study |
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Technical and vocational programs are available in the applied fields of
Business Studies, Science and Enginerring & Technology. The awarded
qualifications are internationally recognized by professional, academic, craft
and trade bodies. The Higher Education and Training Awards Council (HETAC)
monitors and makes awards in the non-university sector.
- Offered at Institutes of Technology and specialised colleges.
- A two-year program to receive a Higher Certificate.
- A one-year course to receive a Graduate Diploma.
Bachelor's Degree
A variety of Bachelor's degree programs are offered in Ireland.
- During the admissions process universities evaluate student's Learning
Certificate Examination results among other criteria.
- A Bachelor's degree is a three to four-year program at a university or
independent college.
- Degree options include, Ordinary or Honours Bachelor's degree.
Master's Degree
Master's programs in Ireland are offered in a wide range of fields. In a
master's program, students usually take course work, research work or a
combination of two. A Master's degree is a one to three-year program at a
university and requires successful completion of a Bachelor's degree or Graduate
Diploma.
Doctoral Degree
A PhD is awarded on the basis of original research and lasts for a minimum of
three years at a university.
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International Students
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International students who wish to study in the Republic of Ireland must prove
their English language aptitude. Students should contact the admissions office
at each school to find out which tests are accepted. The tests may be accepted:
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
- Cambridge English for Speaker of Other Languages (ESOL)
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
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addition to proving English proficiency, international students must also check
that their qualifications satisfy the school's entry requirements.
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