Far from home…
‘Ireland is a place of peace’ says Student Ambassador Chee Hin from Malaysia. Despite being far away from home, Chee Hin has adapted to life in Dublin making the most of every moment here. (more…)
Snapshots: Why I fell in love with Dublin
Captured through snapshots, Student Ambassador Sanya shares with us some of the things that made her fall in love with Dublin! Taking time to make your decision on where to attend will benefit you in the long run, but you never feel like a stranger once you step into Ireland!
A lucky Irish welcome
Despite a rocky beginning, Student Ambassador Nikhil from India had a lucky start when he moved to Ireland! His luck didn’t end upon his arrival, as things just keep getting better and better. Read on to hear about his memorable Irish welcome… (more…)
What to do if you get COVID-19 in Ireland
Although the country has opened back up, and mask-wearing isn’t mandatory anymore, COVID-19 is still at bay so it’s good to know what the protocol is in Ireland if you test positive for the virus. Malaysian Student Ambassador Chee Hin Choa is here to guide you through the process so you’ll know exactly what to do if you get COVID-19 during your time here. (more…)
Coming to Ireland: My story
Moving to a new country to live, work and study can be a daunting leap to take but, in the right place, with the right people, all your worries melt away… In her first video over on our YouTube channel, Student Ambassador Sanya Bajaj from India reflects upon her time in Ireland so far. Through ups and downs, Sanya has come out the other side feeling welcomed and at home! (more…)
How not to juggle school, work and social life…
In his first blog, Student Ambassador Olutoyese Oyedepo from Nigeria tells us how best to avoid the potential chaos that can come with balancing school, work, and social life…
One Country, Endless Stories
Indian Student Ambassador Simonelle Barretto shares her experiences and adventures she had while studying in Ireland, along with discovering new things about herself.
University Life: DCU Room Tour
Wondering what your new room might look like once you make the move to Ireland? Well wonder no more and take a tour around Erin Cobb’s room in Dublin!
My Educational Journey with Dublin City University
Hello/ Merhaba/ Hallo/ Hola/ Namaste/ Olá
My name is Busra Deniz and I am currently pursuing an MSc in Business Management at Dublin City University, ranked in the ‘Financial Times world’s top 90 Management’ courses. I’m an international student originally from Turkey, and this blog is about my experience at DCU. (more…)
Packing solutions for students coming to Ireland
Student Ambassador Rohan Gupta from New Delhi, India shares his checklist of everything you’ll need on your new adventure in Ireland. He’s packed a lot into the list but better safe than sorry! (more…)
My experience of moving to Dublin
From India, Shivani Bhat shares her experience of moving to Ireland and all that came with it. In her first blog, Shivani tells us how she managed to settle into her new life in Dublin while facing a few unexpected challenges! (more…)
From New York City to Dublin, Ireland: How I made friends and managed homesickness
Deciding to move to a new country to study on your own is a big decision. Constantly doubting your choice, worrying that you’ll find it hard to make friends or just the daunting move itself – all swirling through your mind. But, it’s sometimes best to let what happens happen.
In her second piece, Erin Cobb from the USA tells us how she got through bursts of intermittent homesickness, the task of making new friends and all the challenges posed by the ongoing pandemic. (more…)