Ireland is an island in the North Atlantic. It is the second-largest island of the British Isles, the third-largest in Europe, and the twentieth-largest on Earth. Ireland has a mild but changeable oceanic climate with few extremes. The two official languages of the Republic of Ireland are Irish and English. Dublin is the most heavily touristic regionand home to several of the most popular attractions such as the Guinness Storehouse and Book of Kells.
Ireland is one of the few rare countries in the world that has managed to preserve its natural beauty despite its continuous progress and development. This makes Ireland a great study abroad destination for students who would like a combination of urban luxuries and the great outdoors. There are beautiful areas to explore, including the Cliffs of Moher and the Giant’s Causeway. Universities in Ireland offer degree programs in every possible discipline you can think of. If you want to take advantage of programs in which the country excels on a global scale, then pharmaceuticals, chemistry and technology are the fields to pursue. You do not necessarily need to already know English to study here – many universities offer English courses to help international students improve their skills. Studying abroad in a foreign country provides the perfect opportunity to advance your foreign language skills. For many students, earning money while studying abroad is very important. In Ireland, the government allows students to apply for a green card, also known as a work permit. Many universities also provide internship opportunities to help students acquire practical experience in their field of study. There is also a variety of study abroad loans to help international students finance their education in Ireland. The country is home to leading global MNCs. In fact, it is the second most attractive country globally for FDI - after Singapore. Many brands such as Google, HP, Apple, IBM, Face book, LinkedIn, Twitter, Pfizer, GSK and Genzyme have made Ireland their main office for European operations.
