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Post-study work visa of 2–3 years; Two main intakes (February and July).
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Australia vs Ireland for Indian Students
A side-by-side comparison of studying in Australia and Ireland: total cost in rupees, work during and after study, and long-term options.
- Australia: median ₹97 lakh
- Ireland: median ₹39 lakh
- Ireland cheaper by ≈ ₹58 lakh
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Australia or Ireland: which is better for Indian students?
On our university data, Ireland is cheaper: the median total cost is ₹39 lakh versus ₹97 lakh in Australia. After graduation, Australia offers subclass 485: typically 2 years (bachelor's/master's), 3 years (PhD), while Ireland offers stamp 1G: 1 year (Level 8), 2 years (Level 9 master's and above). The better choice depends on your course, budget and long-term plan.
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Australia vs Ireland
- Median total cost
- Australia: ₹97 lakh · Ireland: ₹39 lakh
- Duration
- Australia: 1.5–2 years (coursework) · Ireland: Usually 1 year
- Intakes
- Australia: February (Semester 1) · Ireland: September; limited January/February
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Choose Ireland if…
One-year master's with a 2-year post-study work visa; European HQs of major tech and pharma companies.
Budget first
Ireland is about ₹58 lakh cheaper at the median on our data.
Career first
Compare post-study work: Australia (Subclass 485: typically 2 years) and Ireland (Stamp 1G: 1 year).
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On our data, Ireland has the lower median total cost (₹39 lakh vs ₹97 lakh).
Australia: Subclass 485: typically 2 years (bachelor's/master's), 3 years (PhD). Ireland: Stamp 1G: 1 year (Level 8), 2 years (Level 9 master's and above).
Australia: 48 hours per fortnight during study periods. Ireland: 20 hours/week in term; 40 hours/week in holidays.
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