Our Student Blog
Read the latest news from our student ambassadors in Ireland
Ireland, the gateway to Europe
Ireland is a gem of a country all on its own, but with ample opportunities to explore the rest of Europe right on your doorstep you might want to consider doing a little bit of travelling while here. Our ambassador from Canada and student at IT Sligo, Karen Markovich shares her experience of travelling through Europe while based in Ireland.
What if I get sick? An international student’s guide to coping with illness
Moving to a new country and embarking on a course of study is stressful enough without the added worry of dealing with illness on top of it all. Our ambassador from Vietnam and student at Athlone institute of Technology, Tan Long Nguyen is here to put your mind at ease with his comprehensive guide to health care in Ireland.
Course in the spotlight — International Marketing with Language at Institute of Technology Sligo
Our ambassador from Malaysia and student at Institute of Technology Sligo, Joey Sing Yun Chui highlights everything you need to know about studying International Marketing with Language.
Interview: Royal Irish Academy member, Professor Ferdinand Von Prondzynski
Our German ambassador and student of History at Trinity College Dublin, Janina Catherine Knörzer interviews Fellow at TCD, former second President at DCU and member of the Royal Irish Academy Professor Ferdinand Von Prodzynski. They chat about his experiences of education and culture in Ireland.
From India to Ireland — a few things you should know
Our Indian ambassador and student of Computer Science at UCC, Kapil Patil shares all the information prospective students need to know before moving from India to Ireland.
A visit to London — an international student’s weekend away
Considering exploring what our nearest neighbours in the UK have to offer? Why not take a break from your studies for a while and embark on a little adventure during your mid term break. Our ambassador from Malaysia and student at IT Sligo, Joey Sing Yun Chui did just that!
UCC, my choice for Computer Science
Passionate about Computer Science but not sure where to study? Our ambassador from India, Kapil Patil tells us that University College Cork is the perfect place to get started.
Racial discrimination in Ireland
Our Nigerian ambassador and student of Biomedical Science at TU Dublin, Ruth Ikenyirimba talks about the very sensitive topic of racial discrimination in Ireland and if it should be a concern for prospective students.
Meeting people in a new city
Concerned about making friends when you come to Ireland? Our ambassador from Canada, Sara Sotirakos shares her top tips on how to branch out socially and make long lasting friendships.
Video: making a student radio show
Ever wondered how a radio show gets made? Our ambassador from the USA, and student at Mary Immaculate College in Limerick Elanor McDevitt shows us how it’s done!