IRELAND · CHAPTER 2
Irish universitiesand degrees.
Ireland's higher-education institutions include universities, technological universities and colleges. Qualifications are placed on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ): level 8 honours bachelor's, level 9 master's and level 10 PhD. The NFQ level decides your Stamp 1G duration later.
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Levels
| NFQ level | Award | Typical length |
|---|---|---|
| 8 | Honours bachelor's / higher diploma | 3–4 years / 1 year |
| 9 | Master's / postgraduate diploma | 1 year |
| 10 | PhD | 3–4 years |
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Institution types
- Universities — research and taught degrees
- Technological universities — applied, industry-linked programmes
- Private colleges — check the programme is on the eligible list for student permission
- Programmes must be on the Interim List of Eligible Programmes (ILEP) for non-EEA students
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