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…)
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…)
Why I Chose Ireland for My Higher Education
My name is Steven, I’m from India and I’m currently pursuing a master’s in computing in Letterkenny Institute of Technology (LYIT).
Choosing Ireland
I chose to move to Ireland for my higher education because Ireland is a hub of new developments and advancements.
Ireland is one of the safest and friendliest countries in the world, the crime rate in Ireland is almost negligible. Irish people are also famously welcoming people and therefore hospitality plays a large role in Irish culture.
In my opinion, the Irish education system is one of the best education systems in the word, making it an attractive place for international students. Ireland is home to the headquarters of several top companies such as Google, Microsoft, DELL, and many more. There are also many research institutes in Ireland.
Studying in Ireland gives me an opportunity to achieve my goals and ambitions in the field of research.
Choosing a course
I chose to study a MSc Computing in Big Data analytics because it has a tremendous influence on everyday life, playing a critical role in every area of society.
Few recent advances have rivalled the speed of growth or scope of usage for information technology. In all fields of industry, research, and engineering; this has been an invaluable weapon and the foundation of a variety of digital services.
Although computer technology underpins virtually every part of our everyday life, many of us do not realise how much we are relying on it. The computer science degrees give students an appreciation of computer system concepts and a variety of key IT skills.
I chose Letterkenny because it is an ideal place for nature lovers. County Donegal was crowned the “the coolest place on the planet” by National Geographic. It is famous for spectacular landscapes and beaches.
Steven Son Koninti Mark is originally from India, and studies a Masters in computing (big data analytics) at the Letterkenny Institute of Technology.
Working on the frontline during Covid-19
Brazilian Student Ambassador Camila Faria had the additional challenge of being a healthcare assistant while studying but has managed to do both
The little things: adjusting to life in lockdown
Joyanne Njuguna, one of our Kenyan Student Ambassadors, says she expected to accomplish so much during lockdown . . . but she also realises that it’s okay that she didn’t
To do list for new international students in Ireland
Aminat Ajagbe, one of our Nigerian Student Ambassadors, has compiled a really handy list for any students coming to Ireland from abroad for the first time