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Partnering in Ireland

Unlock transnational education growth in Ireland

With world-class universities, a strong STEM focus, triple-accredited business schools and outstanding campus facilities, Ireland offers an education built on innovation and impact. It’s more than a study destination – it’s a place international students go to grow, connect and succeed.

Why partner with Study Group in Ireland?

We offer flexible partnership models for universities in Ireland, designed to align with your recruitment goals and long-term ambitions. Here are some of the degree study and university preparation programme options we can explore with you: 

Open an International Study Centre on your campus and support students to develop the skills needed to progress into their degree with confidence.

With 15 International Study Centres across the UK and Ireland, operated by Study Group for our university partners, we bring extensive experience in preparing international students. 

The International Foundation Year programme, delivered at the Dublin International Study Centre and developed by Study Group Ireland, has been officially validated by Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) at level 5 on the national framework of qualifications (NFQ).

Best suited for universities seeking to:

  • Diversify intake while protecting standards
  • Welcome students to campus from day one
  • Enhance on-campus student induction and support

Become a progression university alongside 50 other universities and access a diverse, high-achieving pool of internationally prepared students through Bellerbys Foundation Programme.

Ideal for institutions looking to:

  • Broaden international reach by reaching students closer to their home
  • Increase quality-assured applications
  • Strengthen subject-specific recruitment

Connect with ambitious, admissions-ready students who meet your academic criteria.

Designed to:

  • Maintain your admissions standards
  • Enhance diversity of your campus community
  • Relieve your teams through dedicated enrolment and visa support

Build your brand and international footprint through a fully integrated solution. From market analysis to academic delivery and operations – we manage the end-to-end model in partnership with you. In just 12 months, we established the University of Huddersfield’s new London campus, which reached 100% capacity within 12 months and achieved a 90% conversion rate from in-person sales events in its opening year. 

Ideal for universities looking to:

  • Launch a new campus in ideal student hubs informed by data
  • Expand the global reputation of your brand and academic excellence
  • Build a diverse alumni community 

Expand access with quality-assured online pathways that create flexible, scalable progression routes.

Supporting you to:

  • Reach new geographies
  • Increase accessibility
  • Future-proof international recruitment

The partnership advantage

  • Improved retention rates and smoother progression across international student cohorts
  • Well-prepared, motivated learners equipped for academic success
  • Lower operational pressure on admissions, academic and student support teams
  • Globally minded learners who enhance your academic community
  • A partner fully aligned with Ireland’s academic and pastoral expectations

Only English-speaking country in the EU

Ireland opens doors for students across Europe and beyond

2nd safest country

in the world

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Our higher education partner in Ireland

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Connecting you with degree-ready students

Deliver your academic excellence and expand your global brand with a partnership designed around your goals.