Ireland extends stay-back option to 24 months for post-graduate and Ph.D students
The possibility of gaining valuable post-study work experience makes Ireland a very compelling option for Indian students with the added advantage of a world class education that offers better value for money
Minister for Education and Skills of Ireland has agreed to give permission to double the ‘stay-back option’ for Masters and Ph.D students from 12 months to 24 months. The Irish government is making it easier for Indian students who have graduated in Ireland to stay-on after they finish studying. This new decision will allow eligible graduates who have studied in Irish higher education institutions and whose award is granted by a recognised Irish awarding body at Masters or PhD level, to remain in Ireland for two years to seek graduate jobs and employment.
Giles O’Neill, Manager, Education in Ireland said, “The extension of the post study work visa will benefit Indian students. We can foresee many bright students from India availing of this opportunity and on completion of their education joining the Irish workforce and contributing to Ireland’s talent pool.”
Rory Power, Director – India & South Asia, Enterprise Ireland said, “Irish institutions have been welcoming Indian students for over 100 years; many of whom have made an important contribution to Ireland’s global success. It will also give Indian students even more opportunity to launch their careers in dynamic sectors such as ICT, bio-pharma, engineering, medical devices, food science and financial services”.
This decision of extended stay will be applicable to the non-EU/EEA students at level 9 and above of the National Framework of Qualifications. In the past, Indian students in Ireland have seen attractive opportunities that they were able to avail due to the one-year stay back option.
The possibility of gaining valuable post-study work experience makes Ireland a very compelling option for Indian students with the added advantage of a world class education that offers better value for money.
Source: DNA, 7-02-2017
