Question 1

How to choose the university that fits you?

Accepted Answer

Before enrolling into a university and course, there are a few things you need to ask
- Which country do I want to study in?
- What is my priority - budget, ranking, university or course interest?
- Do I qualify for my chosen university?
- What is my budget?

Based on the conditions above, your study abroad consultat will help you shortlist 2-3 university and course options based on your criteria and priorities.

Question 2

What is QS World Ranking and what does it measure?

Accepted Answer

The QS World Ranking is a methodology that measures the quality of universities worldwide by their
- Academic reputation
- Employer reputation
- Faculty to student ratio
- Citation per faulty
- International faculty ratio
- International student ratio

Question 3

What are the top universities in Ireland?

Accepted Answer

There are several universities in Ireland that are popular among Malaysian studesnts

- Dublin City University
- Maynooth University
- Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland
- University of Galway
- University College Cork
- University College Dublin
- University of Limerick
- University of Dublin

Question 4

What are the popular fields of study taken by Malaysian students in Ireland?

Accepted Answer

There are several fields of study that Ireland is known for, not just among Malaysians but globally:

- Medicine and Health Sciences
- Business, Finance & Management
- IT & Computer Science
- Environmental Sciences
- Hospitality, Tourism and Culinary

Question 5

Which qualifications offered in Malaysia are accepted by Ireland universities?

Accepted Answer

Popular pre-university qualifications that are accepted include:

- A-Level
- UEC
- STPM
- Foundation / Matriculation
- Diploma
- IB Diploma
- Canadian Matriculation (CIMP)

Just check with your study abroad consultant whether your results i.e. qualification, subjects and the respective grades, meet the entry requirements set by the university for your desired degree courses.

Question 6

What are the entry requirements to study Foundation pathway courses directly in Ireland after SPM or IGCSE?

Accepted Answer

If you are looking to study your foundation in Ireland i.e. foundation courses that are offered by the universities themselves or by the pathway providers like Navitas, the general entry requirements are:

- SPM: 4 or 5 pass depending on uni
- IGCSE: 4 or 5 pass depending on uni

Naturally, subject pre-requisites will apply depending on what Bachelor's degree you plan to pursue after your foundation. Here is the typical subjects and grades required to enter a foundation programme heading to the following study areas :

- Health Sciences : SPM/IGCSE C (credit) for Mathematics, Biology
- Engineering : SPM/IGCSE C (credit) for Mathematics

Question 7

What English proficiency tests are required to study in Ireland?

Accepted Answer

The common English language proficiency examinations offered in Malaysia and the results that are typically accepted for an New Zealand university application are:

- IELTS: 6.5 overall or nothing less than 6.0
- Pearson PTE: above 60, nothing less than 50

If your highest qualification e.g. Diploma or Pre-University, were taught in English as the medium of instruction, it may be possible to get an exemption of the english language proficiency exams.

Universities may also set specific language requirements for different courses, so you can speak to a study abroad consultant to advise you on the language requirements of the courses you are interested in!

Question 8

I am not sure if my results meet the requirements. Can I still study in Ireland?

Accepted Answer

For any reason you do not qualify to take any international pre-university courses such as A-Level or do not directly qualify for the Foundation course of your desired university, there are other alternative pathways such as Pathway Programmes or taking a Diploma.

Pathway Programme is a preparatory course made to prepare students for entry to a university degree. The benefits of this programme are:

- almost guaranteed progression into the university tied to the programme, including various high ranking universities.
- some of the programmes can be as short as 4 months.
- you will receive additional support such as tutor, english classes and a programme advisor.

A Diploma course typically has lower entry requirements and has a 2 year duration that leads to a degree programme. Once you complete your Diploma you will begin in Year 2 of the Degree course.

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