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1. Is it hard to get a job in Ireland?

Answer. According to a study by Glassdoor in 2016, Ireland was ranked 12th among 16 countries to be one of the toughest countries having difficult job markets. However, getting jobs in big cities like Dublin, Galway or Cork isn’t difficult and various jobs are available in many fields. If you possess the required academic and communication skills and plan your job search precisely, then you’ll barely get rejected. .

 

2. Are Irish people friendly to foreigners?

Answer. Yes. They are friendly, polite, and always lend a helping hand to new people around them. They have a laid back attitude and are pretty funny and will always engage you with their small talks. They are always ready for drinks but feel disturbed if someone tries to enter their private space. .

 

3. Can I work in Ireland without speaking Irish?

Answer. Yes. If you are fluent in English then working in Ireland won’t be a problem. English is used in many of the professional institutes and companies as a working language. Irish might be required if you are interacting with locals on a daily basis. .

 

4. Is it easy to get a work permit in Ireland?

Answer. You must have a job offer of a minimum of 2 years or more with a degree relevant to the job you are hired to get a work permit in Ireland. Also, your salary must be more than EUR 30,000/year. If you qualify for all these requirements, you will smoothly get the work permit. .

 

5. How can I get PR in Ireland?

Answer. You should legally complete 5 years living in Ireland to apply for a permanent residency in Ireland. If you hold a critical skills employment permit then you can apply for permanent residency after completing only 2 years in Ireland. The completion duration is calculated from the time of registration for the residence permit at GNIB. .

 

6. Is studying a Ph.D. free in Ireland for international students?

Answer. No. International students have to pay more for a Ph.D. degree than the usual fees. However, if you are a student from EU/EEA and Switzerland then you’ll have to pay the usual fees for Ph.D. These fees vary with the program and the university you choose. There are also many government-funded programs and funding from individual universities for international Ph.D. students. .

 

7. Is it easy to study masters in Ireland?

Answer. Ireland is a very good option to study your masters but it might be difficult to apply for postgraduate courses in Irish universities irrespective of the country you belong to. However, the sooner you apply, the better are the chances of getting admitted. .

 

8. Can I work while studying in Ireland?

Answer. Yes, if you are pursuing a course with a duration of at least one year you can work in Ireland. Also, you need to be registered with GNIB and also obtain a

Personal Public Service Number (PPS Number) which you will require for your salary/payment. .

 

9. How many years do you need to complete a PhD in Ireland?

Answer. A standard full-time Ph.D. in Ireland takes about 3-4 years to complete. If your Ph.D. is a structured program then it will take 4 years for completion. .

 

10. How are the internship opportunities in Ireland?

Answer. Due to economic re-growth in Ireland, internships opportunities have increased in the fields of education, advertising, marketing, and public health. Also, Ireland is a famous holiday destination so internships in tourism, food, and beverages, hospitality are widely available in all parts of Ireland. .