Non-EU Exchange Programmes

Some international students prefer not to commit to the full three or four-year duration of a higher education course in a foreign country. Exchange programmes provide the opportunity for non-EU students to enhance their educational experience by spending a semester or full academic year living and studying in Ireland...

Students who are not attending university in a country signed up to the Erasmus scheme may study in Ireland for a semester as part of a short-term international exchange programme. When investigating this option, you should first contact the international office of your college. They will give you all the relevant information regarding any current exchange agreements your college has with institutions in Ireland, or put you in contact with one of the many private companies around the world that run this type of programme.

An exchange programme represents an excellent opportunity to expand your academic horizons; students often take the opportunity to select a module in a course outside of their normal area of study in order to experience interesting new subjects. Importantly, the credits you accumulate in Ireland will count toward your overall score in your home college.

However, it’s not all about hitting the books of course; a six or 12-month stint in Ireland is a great chance to make new friends, see new places, and gain memories that will stay with you for the rest of your life. Read on to learn about the experiences of three young Americans currently enjoying an exchange programme in Ireland.