Value shopping in Ireland
Student Ambassador Vinicius knows what worries prospective student abroad students. Budgets were one of his top concerns before coming to Ireland. However, he found his way and is here to pass on all of his knowledge!
Limerick, a student city that feels like home…
Beautiful natural landscapes and hidden places, Limerick is truly a student city that feels like home! Student Ambassador Janaina has found a home away from home in Limerick. Here, she has explored amazing places, made lifelong memories and studied her dream course. Read on to see Limerick through her eyes… (more…)
Tips for finding accommodation in Dublin
Choosing where to live can be difficult when you’re in a brand new city! Where is the best area? What is the public transport like? How much rent should I be paying? There is a lot to think about! Thankfully, Student Ambassador Brenda lends us some of her experience, and gives us her top tips to finding accommodation in Dublin! Watch her video to find out more…
3 Amazing Hikes in the West of Ireland
Student Ambassador Vinicius loves many things about Ireland, but hiking has won his heart! Hiking has allowed him to explore magnificent Ireland while being budget friendly. In his first blog, he gives us information on 3 amazing hikes…
6 Irish cultural recommendations
Familiarising yourself with the culture of another country can help make the transition into local life smoother! In her second blog, Student Ambassador Bruna gives us a few popular Irish culture recommendations. Read on to find out her top suggestions… (more…)
3 Tips to secure a part-time job in Ireland
No experience? No problem. In her second blog, Student Ambassador Brenda shares her top tips for landing a part-time job in Ireland. She guides us through the process so… if you need to look for a job, keep reading!
Irish Food – not just potatoes!
Irish people do love their potatoes! However, there is so much more in Irish cooking to be explored! Student Ambassador Viviane tells us about some of the food she has encountered since moving here from Brazil. Keep reading to find out what some of her favourite dishes are…
Proud to be MIC!
Sharing your home culture is an important part of being an international student. When Student Ambassador Janaina Alves de Andrade moved from Brazil to MIC Limerick, she found an institution where she was encouraged to embrace a new culture, without forgetting her own…
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Not love at first sight, but it is love.
As Student Ambassador Bruna Gonçalvez Heleno found out, moving to a new country can be tough but, as soon as she settled in she was in love! In her first piece, which she begins with a poem, she talks about the difficulties she faced and her favourite experiences… (more…)
Ireland: A second place to call home
When travelling to different countries around the world, oftentimes one can connect on a deeper, more familiar level to certain places. This was the case for Student Ambassador Brenda Meira who came to Ireland from Brazil and found a second place to call home… (more…)
I am not surprised that Dublin has my heart…
Student Ambassador Natalia de Souza Araujo from Brazil tells us all about how proud she is of making the decision to study in Ireland. She has felt at home since day one and isn’t looking back! (more…)
A piece of land lost in the ocean. A piece of land of unrivalled beauty
The beauty of Ireland is seen in many different ways; it is interpreted differently by everyone who is lucky enough to visit. For Brazilian Student Ambassador Caroline Pereira, she has seen the magic, charm and majesty of Ireland during her time spent in Limerick… (more…)