Studying Abroad

Increasing numbers of UK and Irish school-leavers are opting to apply to degree programmes in Europe. Why are they doing this?

Programmes are taught in English

Students can study degree programmes in a full range of subjects in English. The lectures are English, books are in English, projects are in English and all of your classmates ….. wherever they come from …… are fluent in English. In addition, the young people of Europe are fluent of English is most cities [especially in Northern Europe]

Places are available

Universities are actively seeking UK and Irish students. Places are available on all degrees, including subjects such as medicine, dentistry, veterinary science, physiotherapy, psychology and pharmacy that are difficult to get into at home.

Realistic Entry requirements

Entry requirements are invariably lower, often significantly, than those being set by Irish and UK universities. This is not a reflection of quality. It is a simply an indicator that, in Ireland and the UK, our third-level education system is under pressure, as more and more students chase a small number of places in our universities.

Free or Low Fees

The cost of attending many universities is often much lower than registering for an equivalent programme in Ireland or the UK. There are no fees for UK and Irish students studying in the four Scandinavian countries. In the state-sector universities in Austria, Germany and Switzerland, fees are below €1500 pa and, in the Netherlands, fees are just above €1700 pa. Fees are also low in Italy.

Quality of the education

Of course, this is what it’s all about. Even with all the other advantages, you need to be sure that, by studying abroad, you will be receiving an education that is of good quality. Reassuringly, many of the universities seeking UK and Irish students are amongst the best in Europe.

The experience

Going to university, whether at home or abroad, isn’t just about studying. By studying in another country, you will have a fantastic opportunity to experience a different culture and lifestyle. I f you are independent-minded, with a sense of adventure and a bit of initiative, studying abroad is a life-changing experience.

Create a Unique Selling Point

Studying abroad ensures that you acquire a unique selling point out of your undergraduate experience, in addition to your parchment. It will also ensure your CV is unique. In a global employment market, employers are increasingly looking for key personnel with international experience and foreign language skills.