Work & Study (Non-EU)
Study English from 6 Months up to 2 years in Ireland
The Work & Study programme is for non-EU students wanting long-term study in Ireland. It includes 25 weeks of classes at IH Dublin and 10 weeks of holidays, allowing students to apply for the Stamp 2 student visa for 8 months. This visa lets you work part-time (20 hours/week) while studying and full-time (40 hours/week) during June, July, August, September, and Christmas holidays. The course starts with 12 weeks of General English or English for Business, and the last 13 weeks focus on exam preparation for Cambridge, Trinity, or IELTS. The specific exam depends on your preference and proficiency level.
Course Length: 25 weeks of classes + 10 weeks of holidays
Start Date: Any Monday
Levels: Beginner (A1) to Advanced (C1)
Minimum Age: 18 years old
Average Class Size: 12 (maximum of 15 students
Course Options: General English + Cambridge or IELTS Preparation
English for Business + Cambridge or IELTS Preparation
Eligibility: Minimum attendance of 85% is required to be eligible for work and to extend your visa.
Schedule Options:
Morning Intensive – 20 hours
Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 13:15
Morning Standard – 16 hours
Monday to Thursday from 09:00 to 13:15
Afternoon Standard – 15
hours
Monday to Friday from 13:45 to
17:00
What can students expect from this course?
- 25 weeks of classes and 10 weeks of holidays
- Eligibility for the 8-month Stamp 2 student visa
- Ability to work part-time during classes and full-time during holidays
- Choice of General English or English for Business for 12 weeks
- Exam preparation course for Cambridge, Trinity, or IELTS for 13 weeks
This programme is ideal for students who:
- Are non-EU students seeking long-term study opportunities in Ireland
- Want to improve their English skills through coursework
- Desire the flexibility to work part-time while studying and full-time during holidays
- Learners at all proficiency levels, from beginner to advanced
Work Opportunities:
- During the Course: Students can work up to 20 hours per week.
- During Holidays: Students can work up to 40 hours per week during the following periods: June, July, August, September, and from December 15 to January 15.
Visa Information
Non-EU students may obtain their visa either before traveling or upon arrival in Ireland, depending on current regulations. To be eligible, students must enroll in acourse of at least 25 weeks at IH Dublin.
For more details on the Work and Study visa, click HERE.
All Work and Study students are required to have private medical insurance valid for the duration of their stay in Ireland. At IH Dublin, we offer medical insurance as part of the booking process for your convenience. In addition, long-term visa students are fully covered under our Learner Protection (PEL) scheme, provided by Arachas, which ensures students can complete their course even in the unlikely event of school closure. Click here for more details.
Student Pathway - Higher Education
After completing your Work & Study course, you can extend your stay in Ireland for an additional 8 months by enroling in another 25-week course. Non-EEA students can stay in Ireland for up to 7 years, with up to 2 of those years (3 x 8 months) dedicated to English classes. To continue your education in Ireland, you can consider enroling in a Level 8 or Level 9 course. Completing a bachelor’s or master’s degree grants a Stamp 1G visa, allowing full-time work for 12 to 24 months.
Our sister company, Independent College, offers Business and Law programs in the same building, providing easy admission and exclusive discounts.
Accommodation Options
Host Family
Student Residence
Social Programme
H Dublin’s weekly Social and Cultural Programme provides an array of exciting activities and trips for students to join, fostering a diverse and immersive cultural experience. Students are encouraged to participate in any or all of the activities each week, creating opportunities to make friends from around the world and fully experience Irish life.
