Ireland

Bachelor’s degree in Ireland after HSC

Usually a foundation year first, then a 3 or 4-year degree in an English-speaking EU country.

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Last updated 29 September 2026Figures checked against official sources, listed at the end

The route at a glance

3 to 4 yearsTypical bachelor’s

FoundationOften needed after HSC

€10,300 to 29,000Business tuition per year

€10,000+Living funds per year

20 hrs/weekWork in term

12 monthsStamp 1G after honours degree

The foundation year

Many Irish universities ask HSC students to complete a foundation year first. Trinity’s Bangladesh page sets out its foundation route, which asks for HSC results of about 70%. Check that the foundation course is itself on the ILEP list.

See admission requirements

Official sources

Trinity: Bangladesh guidance ↗Checked 2026-09-26 · next review 2026-10-26
Irish Immigration: Stamp 1G ↗Checked 2026-09-29 · next review 2026-10-29

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About this guide. Researched by the Student Visa From Bangladesh editorial team from the official sources listed above and last checked on 29 September 2026. We are not a university or a government agency, and admission and visa outcomes are never guaranteed. Read our editorial policy.