Destination
Study in Ireland
September intakes, with a two-year post-study work visa for eligible graduates.
Why Ireland
Ireland is a small country — around 5.3 million people — with an outsized reputation in tech and pharmaceuticals, home to European headquarters for some of the world's largest companies. That job market, paired with a notably generous post-study work visa, is a big part of why it's grown in popularity with Malaysian students.
The climate is mild and often wet year-round, rarely dropping to the extremes of continental Europe. Dublin anchors the country's student and professional life, from the cobbled quads of Trinity College to the bridges over the River Liffey, while the wider countryside — the cliffs, the coastal drives — is never more than a couple of hours away.
Academically, Irish universities carry strong international recognition, and a two-year post-study work visa gives graduates real time to convert a degree into local work experience.
Featured universities
Trinity College Dublin
Dublin
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Trinity College Dublin
University College Dublin
Popular places to study
Dublin
Home to Trinity College Dublin and a fast-growing tech and pharmaceutical job market.
Cork
Ireland's second city, with a lower cost of living than Dublin.
Galway
A compact, student-heavy city on the west coast, popular for its arts and culture scene.
Study costs
| Level | Tuition / year | Living costs / year |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation | €9,000–€12,000~RM 45,000–61,000 indicative | RM 48,000–58,000 |
| Diploma | €8,000–€11,000~RM 40,000–56,000 indicative | RM 48,000–58,000 |
| Bachelor's | €10,000–€18,000~RM 51,000–91,000 indicative | RM 48,000–58,000 |
| Master's | €12,000–€20,000~RM 61,000–101,000 indicative | RM 48,000–58,000 |
| PhD | €13,000–€22,000~RM 66,000–111,000 indicative | RM 48,000–58,000 |
MYR figures are indicative estimates for planning purposes only, not live exchange rates.
Dublin is significantly more expensive than the rest of Ireland — factor this in if you're budgeting toward the lower end of the living-cost range.
Application checklist
- Passport
- SPM / IGCSE or equivalent certificates
- IELTS results
- Pre-university transcripts
- CV
Dublin housing is competitive. Talk to our accommodation team early.
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Direct application support with Trinity College Dublin.
Strong post-study visa
Up to two years of post-study work eligibility for graduates.
Visa guidance included
Every applicant gets visa and health insurance support.
Local branch support
Meet a counsellor in person at any of our eight Malaysian branches.