Every destination is different. Costs, culture, career outcomes, and visa pathways all vary. We help you cut through the noise and choose the country that fits your goals, your qualifications, and your budget.
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MyStudy has active programmes in five destinations and is expanding to more. Every country page gives you full details on costs, entry requirements, universities, and visa pathways.
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Ireland
English · 21 Partner Universities
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Our SpecialtyMyStudy's flagship destination. 21 partner universities, degrees from €10,365/yr, and a proven track record of placing Malaysian students at world-class Irish institutions.LanguageEnglishTuition€10,365 – €29,570 / yrPost-Study VisaStamp 2 — up to 2 yrs
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Spain
Campus Spain Partner · Up to 90% Scholarship
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ActiveIntensive Spanish language and culture through our exclusive Campus Spain partnership. Access to 94 universities with scholarship opportunities of up to 90%.LanguageSpanishTuition€5,000 – €18,000 / yrUniversity Access94 partner universities
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France
Sfere Partner · Language Programme
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ActiveImmersive French language education through our exclusive Sfere EduCare network. Study Engineering, IT, Science or Business at institutions across France.LanguageFrenchProgramme Fee€2,770 – €12,000 / yrPathwaySPM / IGCSE direct entry
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Canada
OSSD Foundation · PR Pathway
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ActiveWorld-class universities with a clear pathway to permanent residency. Our exclusive OSSD foundation programme lets students earn Canadian Grade-12 from home before enrolling.LanguageEnglish & FrenchTuitionCAD 20,000 – 40,000 / yrPost-Grad WorkPGWP — up to 3 yrs
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Malaysia
UK / AU Branch Campuses · Very Affordable
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ActiveStudy for internationally recognised degrees from UK, Australian and US branch campuses at a fraction of the overseas cost, without leaving home.LanguageEnglish & Bahasa MalaysiaTuitionMYR 20,000 – 60,000 / yrKey PerkInternational degree locally
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United Kingdom
Post-Study Work Visa · World Top 10
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EnglishOxford, Cambridge, Imperial, UCL — the UK hosts the world's most recognisable universities, a 2-year Graduate Route visa, and a vibrant multicultural society.LanguageEnglishTuition£15,000 – £35,000 / yrPost-Study VisaGraduate Route — 2 yrs
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Australia
7 QS Top-100 · Post-Study Work Rights
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EnglishSafe, multicultural, and home to seven QS top-100 universities. Post-study work rights of 2 to 4 years and world-class quality of life make it a natural choice.LanguageEnglishTuitionAUD 25,000 – 50,000 / yrPost-Study Work2 – 4 years
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United States
MIT · Harvard · Stanford · STEM OPT
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EnglishMIT, Harvard, Stanford, and over 4,000 institutions. A US degree opens doors to careers at the highest level, anywhere in the world, with a 3-year STEM OPT extension.LanguageEnglishTuitionUSD 25,000 – 60,000 / yrPost-Study WorkOPT + STEM OPT (3 yrs)
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Germany
400+ English Programmes · EU Work Pathway
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Tuition-Free Public UniEurope's engineering and research powerhouse. Public university tuition is free for all international students, with over 400 fully English-taught degree programmes.LanguageGerman (English available)Tuition€0 (public) – €20,000 / yrKey PerkFree public university tuition
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Netherlands
Highly International
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1,000+ English ProgrammesEurope's most internationally minded study destination. Over 1,000 English-taught degrees at world-class universities in Amsterdam, Delft, Leiden and Groningen.LanguageEnglish (1,000+ programmes)Tuition€8,000 – €20,000 / yrKey PerkOrientation year after graduation
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Finland
World #1 Education · Low Tuition
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English ProgrammesHome to the world's most admired education system. Innovative, student-centred learning with English-taught programmes, and consistently ranked #1 for quality of life.LanguageFinnish (English widely used)Tuition€6,000 – €18,000 / yrKey PerkWorld's top education system
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Japan
Extremely Safe · Unique Culture
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MEXT ScholarshipOne of the world's safest and most culturally unique destinations. World-class universities in Tokyo and Kyoto, with generous MEXT government scholarships available.LanguageJapanese (English available)Tuition¥1M – ¥3M / yr (~MYR 35k–105k)Key PerkMEXT government scholarship
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Singapore
NUS & NTU Top 15 · Close to Malaysia
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EnglishAsia's academic and financial powerhouse. NUS and NTU rank in the global top 15, instruction is in English, and Singapore is just 1.5 hours from Kuala Lumpur.LanguageEnglish (official)TuitionSGD 15,000 – 50,000 / yrKey PerkAsia's top-ranked universities
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Ireland is MyStudy's flagship destination: English-speaking, globally ranked, and genuinely welcoming to Malaysian students. With 21 partner institutions and degrees starting from €10,365/year, it's one of the best-value choices you can make.
Our Specialty21 Partner UniversitiesEnglish MediumEU GatewayPost-Study Work Visa
Ireland at a Glance
Capital
Dublin
Population
~5.1 Million
Language
English (primary)
Currency
Euro (€)
Climate
Temperate Oceanic · -2°C – 25°C
Time Zone
GMT / GMT+1 (Summer)
Country Facts
Ireland in Numbers
A small but mighty country punching well above its weight in education, technology, and global influence.
Universities
21 Partners
Public & private institutions
QS Ranked
Top 100
TCD (#81), UCD (#171)
Tuition From
€10,365/yr
Up to €29,570/yr
Post-Study Visa
1–2 Years
Work in Ireland after graduation
EU Member
Since 1973
Full access to European market
Tech Hub
Top 5 in EU
Google, Apple, Meta HQ here
Safety Index
Very Safe
Top 10 globally (GPI 2024)
Malaysian Students
Thousands
Active Malaysian community
Why Ireland is the Smart Choice
From English-medium degrees to Europe's best post-study work rights. Here's what makes Ireland stand out.
100% English Medium
All degrees are taught in English, with no language barrier and no extra prep course. Malaysian students adapt quickly and thrive academically from day one.
No language test for some entry paths
World-Ranked Universities
Trinity College Dublin, University College Dublin, University College Cork. Irish universities regularly feature in global QS and Times Higher rankings.
TCD ranked #81 globally (QS 2025)
More Affordable Than UK
Comparable prestige at significantly lower cost. Fees start from €10,365/year, up to 40% cheaper than equivalent UK universities for international students.
From €10,365/year
Post-Study Work Rights
The Irish Third Level Graduate Scheme gives you the right to work in Ireland for 1 year (Bachelor's) or 2 years (Master's) after graduation, with no job offer needed.
1–2 year graduate work visa
EU Gateway & Career Access
Ireland is the only English-speaking EU nation. A degree here opens doors across all 27 EU countries. Home to EU HQs of Google, Meta, Apple, LinkedIn, and more.
EU market access from day 1
Multiple Pathways Available
Foundation programmes, undergraduate degrees, and postgraduate options. Whether you've just finished SPM or are a working adult, there's a pathway for you.
Foundation → UG → Masters
Life & Cost of Living
Life in Ireland
What It's Like to Live Here
Ireland is one of the most welcoming countries in the world for international students. The people are famously friendly (the Irish are known for their warmth and humour), the country is safe, and there's a thriving community of Malaysian and Asian students already here.
Cities like Dublin, Galway, Cork, and Limerick each have their own unique character, from cosmopolitan city life to charming coastal towns. You'll never run out of things to explore.
Asian Food & Malaysian Community
Dublin has a growing selection of Asian supermarkets, halal restaurants, and a strong Malaysian student network. You won't feel alone.
Public Transport
Good bus and rail networks in Dublin. Student Leap Cards offer discounted fares across the city and beyond.
Healthcare Access
International students can access Ireland's public health system (HSE). Many universities also have on-campus student health services.
Travel & Exploration
Weekend trips to the Cliffs of Moher, the Ring of Kerry, or a Ryanair flight to Paris for €30. Ireland is a brilliant base for exploring Europe.
Cost of Living Estimates
Student Accommodation (Dublin)€800–€1,200/mo
Shared House / HMO€500–€800/mo
Monthly Groceries€150–€250/mo
Monthly Transport€50–€80/mo
Eating Out (casual)€10–€18/meal
Mobile Plan€15–€25/mo
Total Monthly Est.€800–€1,500/mo
Part-Time Work Rights
International students can work up to 20 hours/week during term time and 40 hours/week during holidays, helping offset living costs while gaining valuable work experience.
21 Irish Partner Universities
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21 Irish Partner Institutions
From Russell Group-equivalent research universities to affordable TU-sector colleges, we'll match you to the right fit.
Trinity College Dublin (TCD)University College Dublin (UCD)University College Cork (UCC)University of GalwayUniversity of Limerick (UL)Dublin City University (DCU)Maynooth UniversityTU DublinMTU Cork & KerryAtlantic TUSouth East TUTUS Midlands & MidwestDundalk IT (DkIT)RCSI: Surgery & MedicineGriffith College DublinNational College of IrelandMarino Institute of Education& more institutions
SPM, IGCSE and IB MYP graduates are eligible for all foundation programmes in Ireland. Choose the route that fits your situation.
SPM Graduates
IGCSE O-Level Graduates
IB MYP Graduates
These qualifications are accepted for all foundation programmes in Ireland.
Route 01
Foundation in Ireland
Complete a 1-year foundation at an Irish institution, then progress to an undergraduate degree. Entry requirements and programme options vary by institution.
Single-University Foundations
Foundation programmes at TCD, DCU, DkIT, TUD, TUS, UCD and UL grant guaranteed progression only to that same university's own undergraduate programmes (e.g. a UCD foundation leads to UCD only). Cross-applying to other Irish universities is possible in rare cases, but it is not advised or guaranteed.
OnCampus & Griffith College
OnCampus grants access to UL, UCC, Maynooth, DCU, SETU, TUS, MTU, NCI and University of Galway. Griffith College grants access to UL, UCC, SETU, MTU and Griffith College itself. The exact options depend on your foundation track and grades — as above, applying outside this list is possible in rare cases but not advised or guaranteed.
Already hold a foundation or diploma from a Malaysian institution? You may be eligible for direct entry into an Irish undergraduate programme without repeating a foundation year.
Direct Entry to Undergraduate
A recognised Malaysian foundation or diploma qualifies you to apply directly to an Irish undergraduate programme. The specific year of entry (Year 1 or Year 2) depends on the receiving institution and how closely your qualification matches the degree subject.
Entry Year Varies by Institution
Each Irish university sets its own credit recognition policy. Contact us and we will confirm which year you can enter and which programmes accept your Malaysian qualification.
If you hold a diploma from TAR UMT (Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology), you are guaranteed Year 3 entry to an Irish Honours degree. Save 1 to 2 years and graduate with a full Irish degree through one of five partner universities.
19 Formal Articulation Routes
Covering Business & Finance, Applied Sciences, Built Environment, Engineering, Computing, Social Science and Creative Industries across TUS, Griffith College, SETU, ATU and TU Dublin.
Scholarships up to €7,500
Most partner universities offer merit scholarships for incoming TAR UMT progression students, ranging from €3,000 up to €7,500 at Griffith College for Computer Science.