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Study in the UK from Ireland

Ireland benefits from the unique Common Travel Area arrangement with the UK — Irish citizens do not need a visa, BRP or English-language test to study in the UK, and pay Home fees by default. AEN supports Irish students applying to UK Russell Group and specialist colleges.

Fee Status

Irish students pay UK Home fees in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland — the same fee bracket as UK domestic students.

Visa Requirements

Irish citizens do not need a UK visa under the Common Travel Area agreement. You can study, work and live in the UK without any visa application.

Popular Subjects

Medicine & DentistryLaw (LLB / LLM)Business & FinanceEngineeringCreative Arts

Popular Cities

LondonCambridgeManchesterLeeds

What You'll Need

  • Irish passport
  • Leaving Certificate / degree transcripts
  • IELTS only if specifically required by course
  • No financial evidence needed (no visa)
  • Personal statement

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