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Read the latest news from our student ambassadors in Ireland
I would choose Ireland again and again…
Student Ambassador Rodney from South Africa believes that if the people in a foreign land are kind towards you, then everything else falls into place! For him, Ireland became the perfect study abroad location, and remains one that he would choose again, and again, and...
Kind hearts give the best welcomes
First impressions can be make or break, especially when trying to settle into a new country! Student Ambassador Florangela tells us about her first impressions of Ireland.... Hello! My name is Florangela Condori, I’m a Peruvian international student currently doing my...
Top Tips: How to get a scholarship in Ireland as an international student part 2
Student Ambassador Giang Tran from Vietnam is back with part two of her video on how to get a scholarship in Ireland as an international student. With the deadline for applications quickly approaching, Giang is sure to give you some top tips to help you with your...
Crossing the pond for more than just education
Student Ambassador and Division 1 athlete Courtney Cecere has encountered the most amazing opportunities during her study abroad experience! She has been able to play collegiate basketball with space to live a life she never even dreamed off... Growing up I...
Finding fantasy and friends in Ireland
In Ireland, Student Ambassador Mpho from South Africa has found a continual source of encouragement and reinforcement from her fellow students. She is holding onto these brilliant moments, knowing all too well how quickly they can pass! Making the journey My journey...
My new life in Ireland…
Despite remote learning, Student Ambassador Arin managed to make lifelong friends, succeed in her classes, and create an amazing new life in Ireland! Keep reading to see how she balanced it all in her first blog... I had many concerns before I moved to...
A Day in My Life Studying at University College Cork
In her first video, Student Ambassador Yifan Chen from China takes us along with her for the day as she studies, exercises, and even has time to do her grocery shop. Watch it below and see what life is like for an international student in Cork!...
Journeys through Ireland
In her second post, Student Ambassador Arina from Russia fills us in on her trips to Dublin & Galway! From cosy pubs and galleries, to rocky islands and breathtaking views, keep reading to find out how she got on... Ireland is a beautiful and very...
Cherishing Ireland, one day at a time…
Studying abroad means adjusting to a new daily routine while in a brand new country! In her first blog, Student Ambassador from India, Shivani, shares a typical day in her life with us, as she learns to appreciate her new surroundings one day at a time... 29th...
3 Reasons Why Cork is the True Capital
Is Cork the true capital of Ireland? An age-old debate! Read on to see why Student Ambassador Sandra from the USA thinks Cork wins the battle... Ask any person walking on St. Patricks street and they’ll tell you that Cork is the true capital of Ireland. Before moving...