International Students

For over 55 years, The Institute of Education has helped international students from more than 20 countries earn a globally recognised Leaving Certificate and use it to study medicine, law, engineering and business at Ireland's top universities.

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Years of Excellence

35,000

students supported this year

140

full time Institute students received 600+ points in 2025

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The Institute was ranked 1st amongst grinds providers

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Fees & Funding

Learn more about fees for studying at The Institute.

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Wellbeing

Learn how we ensure our students are happy and healthy during their time here.

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Pathways to University

Learn how we support your journey to university.

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About Our School

Learn more about the school and its facilities.

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Accomodation

Learn more about where you can stay when you study here.

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Studying in Ireland

Learn more about the city the school is proudly based in.

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Admissions

Learn how about the international admissions process.

Our History

Learn more about the history of our school.

Studying At The Institute

Find Your Pathway

Students can join The Institute of Education at 4th or 5th Year level depending on age and English proficiency. All pathways lead to the same destination: the Irish Leaving Certificate and a place at a top university.

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3-Year Programme (with English)

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3-Year Programme

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2-Year Programme

Ireland's Best Teachers

Every teacher at The Institute of Education is a Leaving Certificate specialist. Many are textbook authors and State Examinations Commission examiners who know exactly what the marking schemes require.

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A Globally Recognised Qualification

The Irish Leaving Certificate is equivalent to A-Levels and accepted by universities in Ireland, the UK, the USA, Canada, Australia and beyond.

Support from Day One

From visa assistance before you arrive to university application support in your final year, our International Office is with you at every step.

Student Testimonials

The teachers here are amazing! Everything is very accessible and clearly explained, they give very convenient notes and pay great attention to students’ questions.
Arina
Current 6th Year Student

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Studying in Ireland is great because I have the opportunity to choose and study subjects I like and that are not taught in Italy. I also have the opportunity to speak English daily which allows me to improve my fluency in the language.
Giovanni
Current 6th year student

Choosing to learn at the Institute of Education was absolutely the right choice for me. It set me up for success through University and into my career.
Hua
Past Pupil of the Institute of Education