Since a decade ago only 700 Indian students were enrolled for Ireland universities but now 10 times Indian students are signing up for Irish institutions. Ireland has become an attractive country for higher studies to international students because of their quality education, rich cultural, and excellent career opportunities.
The academic year in Ireland is split into two intakes: September (Autumn) Intake & January (Spring) Intake. Each intake has unique benefits and students can choose as per their academic preference & goals.
This page will provide you the detailed information about Autumn (September) Intake 2025 in Ireland for international students.
The Fall Intake or September Intake is considered as the beginning of the academic year as it is considered a major intake because most of the colleges & universities accept their admissions for a wide range of courses for undergraduate and postgraduate.
Few universities have intake starting in the month of October as well, because of that some people consider this intake as October intake as well.
Since the beginning of this academic year, students will have a lot of accommodation options, including on-college housing, private apartments or homes, and student residences. However it is highly recommended to pre-book your accommodation before going to Ireland due to high demand at that time.
The September or Fall Intake is considered as the primary admission cycle for almost all the universities for international students. Below are the few reasons why the September intake is so important:
Nearly all the universities offer the maximum number of UG & PG courses during the September Intake. This will provide better program options to the students.
In this intake a maximum number of need based and merit based scholarships are available with the universities and also from the Ireland government. This will take off the financial burden for students.
As most of the students are going to study in this intake from all over the world, hence this will create diverse student networking and vibrant opportunities.
Suitable Weather Conditions
This intake in Ireland will be the start of the autumn season that will allow international students, especially from warmer climate countries like India, to acclimatize in this mild and comfortable weather before winter.
Graduating in the summer will open a wide range of post-study work opportunities in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering for the students, as many Irish Universities have tie-ups with global companies, as it is considered the peak hiring season.
Ireland has more than 20 world-class universities, out of which 5 are in the top 500 as per the QS World ranking 2025.
Fall intake provides a wide range of programs for international students. Below is the list of universities with their QS World Ranking 2025 and their annual tuition fees.
Ireland Institutions for September Intake 2025
| Ireland Institutions for September Intake 2025 | QS World Rankings 2025 | Popular Programs | Cost of Studying for September Intake 2025 in Ireland |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity College Dublin (TCD) | 87 | Business, Computer Science, Engineering | INR 15L – 40L |
| University College Dublin(UCD) | 126 | Medicine, Agriculture, MBA, Social Science | INR 16L – 47L |
| National University of Ireland, Galway (NUIG) | 289 | Creative Arts, Biomedical Science, Engineering | INR 7L- 27L |
| University of Limerick | 421 | Business, Science, Engineering & Arts | INR 6L- 40L |
| Dublin City University (DCU) | 421 | Business, Engineering, Communications | INR 9L – 11L |
| Technological University Dublin (TUD) | 851-900 | Engineering, Computing, Business & Science | INR 12L- 14L |
Apart from these institutions, there are many more colleges preferred by Indian students because of their minimum academic & English language requirements. Few of them are given below:
This island country is a popular destination for International Students because of its natural beauty and historic significance. Ireland has some of the top universities globally because of its industrial connections, excellent English proficiency, highly reputed education system, and also close proximity to Europe. Studying in Ireland is one of the greatest experiences because of its enterprising spirit, ability to quickly adapt to modernity.
From the rapidly rising Irish economy to a high graduate employability ratio, there are various reasons why Ireland is a popular study destination for international students. Few of the fascinating reasons are :
Ireland has some of the world class colleges & universities with a wide range of courses, known for their academic research & industrial connections. Institutes like Trinity College Dublin, University College Dublin, Maynooth University, and University College Cork, which are highly ranked universities globally in Ireland.
All the Irish universities have English as their primary language of instruction, because of that it is easy for the international students to study their programs.
Irish Universities provide various undergraduate, postgraduate & PhD programs across various disciplines as per your previous studies and future goals.
Ireland is one of the most affordable European country & provides part time work opportunities along with studies to release students’ financial burden.
Ireland’s culturally rich heritage is known for its history, music & literature. International students will get to know about their culture along with their studies. Also Ireland is considered one of the safest countries in the world to study and work because of its friendly and hospitable people which offer a welcoming atmosphere for foreign students.
The precise date of admission in Ireland will vary depending on the university and occasionally the program, especially for postgraduate programs. Remember to note the exact intake dates as soon as you decide on your preferred university and/or program so that you can make appropriate plans.
For the September intake, students should start their application process from November to May period to avoid any type processing delay. Few of the institutions may accept the application till June or July as well.
From February to April prepare key documents such as academic transcripts, English language proficiency test scores (IELTS/PTE/TOEFL/Duolingo), LOR and university & course specific Statement of Purpose.
Ireland Fall intake universities offer merit based scholarships based or through external sources.
The Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship(GOI-IES) program consists of a stipend worth € 10,000 for one year of full-time study for international students enrolling for master’s, postgraduate diploma or PhD. Students must receive a conditional or unconditional offer letter from an eligible higher education institution to apply for this scholarship. For this scholarship you have to apply before March 2025.
Once you have received offer letter, arranged all the financial documents and other required documents then Jagvimal
Consultants can book your slot for biometric. You have to make an appointment at least 2 months prior to your course start date so that you can get your visa on time & book your flight ticket & accommodation in advance.
Once you have received your visa then we will help you to book your flight ticket, arrange accommodation and finalise financial arrangements.
Reach in Ireland and attend university induction sessions at your designated university.
To ensure a seamless and fruitful study abroad experience in Ireland, extensive planning and organization are required for September 2025 intake. Few of the mistakes that need to be avoided by Indian students to save time, effort and disappointment.
