Study in Ireland: Top 8 Cheap Universities for Pakistani Students

Ireland is a land of exotic heritage, exquisite accents, and wide history. Irish universities are some of the top research universities in the world. You can study various programs in this epic country which hosts about 34000 international students from all over the world. Because of its diversity & high-end lifestyle, Study In Ireland for Pakistani students is an all-time favorite option for their higher studies.

This blog will help you in finding the best universities to study in this amazing country.

Study In Ireland - Quick Facts

Best cities in Ireland to study	Dublin Limerick Maynooth Cork Galway
Currency	EURO (EUR) 1EUR= 200 PKR (As of 20-10-2022)
Is Ireland a Schengen country?	No, Ireland is not a part of the Schengen area.
Average Tuition Fees in Ireland for International Students	4000-12000 EUR / semester
Average Tuition Fees for Medicine (MBBS) in Ireland	14000 EUR- 45000 EUR/ YEAR
Is Ireland an English speaking Country?	YES
Work allowed during the study	YES – 20 hours per week
Degree Acceptance	Worldwide
Average Hostel Fees in Ireland	600-1300 EUR/ month
Living Cost in Ireland	600-700EUR/ month
Application Process Time	8 weeks
Intakes for Admission	1- January – May 2- September – December
Admission without IELTS	No, IELTS is required
Ireland Study Visa Process Time from Pakistan	About 6-8 weeks
Ireland Visa Ratio from Pakistan	43%-57% only
University Application Fee	80-250 EUR Approx.

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Best and Cheap Universities in Ireland for Pakistani Students 2025-26

Ireland is a member of the European Union which makes it a hot hub for universities and international students. Because of its importance in Europe, its degree holds a lot of value in Pakistani students. If you want to study in Ireland, various universities provide you with quality education at the most affordable prices.

Top 5 Universities in Ireland:

Several universities provide high-end education for Pakistani students in Ireland. The fee structure and information about studying in Ireland can be found in this blog easily.

University	Tuition Fee for International Students
University College Cork	11,000 EUR / semester
University College Dublin	10,000 EUR / semester
Trinity College Dublin	9,500 EUR / semester
National University of Ireland	8,000 EUR / semester
City University Dublin	6,000 EUR / semester

Cheap Universities in Ireland for Pakistani students:

There are various public as well as private universities which provide high-quality education for Pakistani students. There are many universities in Ireland which provide affordable costs of education for the easement of students.

University	Tuition Fee for International Students
Maynooth University.	2,000 EUR / semester
Griffith College Dublin.	3,000 EUR / semester
Dublin Business School.	4,000 EUR / semester
National College of Ireland (NCI)	5,000 EUR / semester
Letterkenny Institute of Technology.	5,000 EUR / semester
Cork Institute of Technology.	6,000 EUR / semester
City University Dublin	6,000 EUR / semester

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Admission Criteria for study in Ireland for Pakistani students 2025-26

Once you have selected an Irish university and course of study for an undergraduate program, your next step is to click on their entry requirements section, which is usually country specific. Most Irish universities have specified entry requirements for each country separately.

The students applying for a full undergraduate program must first secure their non-EU and EU status. The admission requirements and fee structure are different for EU and non-EU students. The non-EU students will have to pay the full tuition fee, while the EU students will be offered 100% free or subsidized education.

Method of Application:

Pakistani students should choose their course according to their plan at their preferred University or college in Ireland. After that, they can fill out an admission form at the Online Application Portal of 12Consultants & which will be forwarded to the Admissions Affairs for the International students at the university.

Diploma Requirements:

Higher Secondary Certificate in Science/Pre-Engineering and Pre-Medical Intermediate/Higher Secondary Certificate in Subjects) in Humanities and Commerce.

Document Requirement:

Two academic credentials, high school graduation results (according to the program you selected), or predicted scores provided by your school.

Language Proficiency Test:

The language of instruction in Ireland for most undergraduate programs is English. To ensure that students from countries like Pakistan where English is not a native language, the students must demonstrate a high command of the English language.

IELTS Marks Requirement:

Irish universities require non-EU students to pass the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with a minimum of 6.0 – 6.5 marks.

TOEFL Marks Requirement:

Required marks for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) a minimum score of 600 in the paper version (TOEFL PBT), with the Test of Written English 475+ and in the computer-based TOEFL a minimum score of 250 is required and a minimum score of 90 is a requirement in the Internet-based TOEFL (iBT).

Deadline for Admissions:

The admission deadline for each Irish university may be different from the others. To know the exact admission deadline, you need to check the official website of your selected Irish University. But usually, students have to apply to Irish Universities before the 1st of July.

Application Fee:

An application fee is a requirement for most undergraduate programs at Irish universities. The average application fee is approximately 80EUR – 250EUR.

Required Documents to study in Ireland for Pakistani Students:

Copies of academic transcripts (certified) including English language transcripts (IELTS) or (TOEFL)
2 Non-academic references
Passport copy with name, nationality, and date of birth.
Fresh passport photos
A personal statement (guidelines for preparing your statement can be found here)
Documents detailing your life experience and experience (such as work-life balance, extracurricular activities, relevant work/volunteers, etc.)

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MBBS in Ireland for Pakistani students 2025-26

Medicine is one of the most prestigious degrees in the world. Ireland has made various advancements in the field of education for the past few years and some of the medical universities of Ireland are counted among the top universities in the world that are recognized by WHO/ECFMG/GMC/PMDC/MCI & all other medical councils.

UNIVERSITY	MBBS TUITION FEES
Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland School of Medicine, Ireland.	2190 EUR/ year
Trinity College Dublin School of Medicine, Ireland.	2681 EUR/year
University College Dublin School of Medicine.	2680 EUR/year
University College Cork School of Medicine, Ireland.	3130 EUR/year
University of Limerick School of Medicine, Ireland.	4000 EUR/year
NUI Galway School of Medicine, Ireland	4868 EUR/year
National University of Ireland, Galway School of Medicine.	4868 EUR//year

Moreover, additional credentials for studying MBBS in Ireland for Pakistani students can be found in this blog:

MBBS Duration	6 years
Basic Qualification for MBBS	Intermediate with at least 80% in physics, chemistry, and biology
Teaching language	English
Cost of living	1000 EUR – 1600EUR/ month
Tuition fees	Maximum 18000 EUR/ year
Value of MBBS degree	Worldwide acceptance
Language requirement	IELTS 6.5 bands
Currency	Euro (EUR)

Ireland Study Visa Requirements From Pakistan:

To study in Ireland, students have to apply for an admission letter. We can obtain the admission confirmation letter from the selected Irish university in 2-4 weeks.

STEP 1: Application Process & Required Documents: 

To get an Admission Letter issued by the targeted university in the Ireland, we require the following documents:

Copy of International Passport.

Copy of High School Certificates (Matriculation & Intermediate).

  Copy of Bachelor Degree (if the student is applying for a Master’s degree).

Language Proficiency Test – IELTS/TOEFL (if required) Students can send us mentioned documents through Email, WhatsApp, or by visiting their nearest branch office of Twelve Consultants.

STEP 2: How to get an Ireland Study Visa from Pakistan？ 

Students can also Contact our local representative office for further information about the Irish Study Visa for Pakistani students.  Students should apply to the Embassy of Ireland with the following documents:

Visa Application Form Passport (at least 2 empty pages in the valid passport are needed).

Confirmation of Acceptance from your university

Original School Certificates (attested by Ministry of Foreign Affairs).

Flight Reservation Accommodation Proof for a stay in The UK (we can arrange it for you!).

Travel Health Insurance Birth Certificate in English issued by NADRA.

Police Certificate Photocopy of applicant’s national ID card.

Bank Statement (showing transactions of last 6 months, counting from the date of interview) & Affidavit.

Proof that the Tuition fee for the first year has been paid to the university.

2 passport-size Photo (white background only)

Ireland Study Visa Fee in Pakistan

Type of visa	Duration	Fees
c-type single entry visa	Less than 90 days	60 EUR
c-type multiple entry visa	Less than 90 days	100 EUR
d-type single entry visa	More than 90 days	60 EUR
d-type multiple entry visa	More than 90 days	100 EUR

Ireland Study Visa: Process Time in Pakistan

The Visa approval or refusal decision is made within 8 weeks from the payment date of the visa application fee. In case of Visa refusal, the appeal can submit in the next 14 days.

PR or citizenship in Ireland for Pakistani students:

The following are the conditions to apply for long-term residency in Ireland. The fee charged for a long-term stay permit is 500 EUR.

The non-EU/EEA national must have legally resided in Ireland for at least 5 years.

If the applicant has lived illegally in Ireland during these 5 years, he will not be counted.

Also in the case of students, they must have legally resided in Ireland for five years (I-e they have (Stamp 2 & Stamp 2A).

The Long-Term Residency Permit is valid for 5 years, after which you can apply for citizenship. You must apply for citizenship before the long-term residence permit expires.

You must have maintained good character and complied with the rules and regulations of the Irish State.

When applying for a long-term residence permit, your work permit must be up to date.

The applicant’s spouse can also apply for a long-term residence permit if they have lived in Ireland for 5 years.

Living costs in Ireland for International students:

Hostel fees	600 – 1300 EUR / MONTH
Living costs	680 EUR/ MONTH
Electricity/Gas (Public Utilities)	28 EUR/ MONTH
Food (including lunches)	250 EUR/ MONTH
Travel Expenses (Monthly Short Hop ticket)	132 EUR/ MONTH
Books and Notes (incl. photocopying & printing)	75 EUR /MONTH
Clothing/Medical Care	45 EUR/MONTH
Mobile Phone/ Internet	20 EUR/MONTH
Social Life/Entertainment	130 EUR/MONTH

Can I study for free in Ireland?

Ireland is said to be the place with the lowest costs of education all over in Europe. You can study for free in Ireland if you are an EU student. But if you are a non-EU student, you will have to pay for your education in Ireland. But various scholarship programs are available in Ireland for the aid of deserving students.

Is IELTS important for studying in Ireland?

As programs are offered in Ireland for education in the English language, IELTS is important for taking admission to any university in Ireland. But other English proficiency tests can also be attempted in the place of IELTS and admission can be taken on that basis.

Can I work while studying in Ireland?

Yes, A student can work for up to 20 hours/ week in Ireland off or on campus. While during vacations, a student can work for about 40 hours/week. A Minimum wage in Ireland is 10EUR/ hour.

Best Countries To Study Abroad For Pakistani Students

	Country	Tuition Fee	Living Cost
1	United Kingdom (UK)	$4650 to $15,548 / Semester	$890 / month
2	Poland	€1500 – €2,500 / Semester	€350 / month
3	Italy	€0 – €9,400 / Semester	€765 / month
4	USA	$5150 – $19,400 / Semester	$1,175 / month
5	Australia	$4900 – $16,400 / Semester	$810 / month
6	Hungary	€0 – €5,600 / Semester	€380 / month
7	Canada	$6100 – $15,880 / Semester	$860 / month
8	China	$0 – $5,220 / Semester	$350 / month
9	Germany	€0 – €9,800 / Semester	€710 / month
10	Sweden	€3200 – €6,400 / Semester	€685 / month

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