Study and Work in Ireland: Academic Year in Dublin for Brazilian Students
Study English in Dublin for 25 weeks, take 8 weeks of holiday and, when your immigration permission allows it, work while you live in Ireland. This guide explains the First Academic Year route for Brazilian students, including course options, current prices, Stamp 2 work rules, accommodation and the practical steps before arrival.
For Brazilian students, an Academic Year in Ireland is often described as “study and work”, but the experience is broader than finding an English course and a part-time job. You are planning several months of study, accommodation, immigration, budgeting, work preparation and daily life in an English-speaking city.
ISI Dublin’s First Academic Year microsite is designed to keep those parts together. You can compare the course options, understand what the current package includes, check the immigration route that applies to you and prepare for life in Dublin before you pay.
Why Brazilian students choose Ireland
Ireland gives international students the opportunity to use English every day, not only in class. Dublin has a large international population, a well-established Brazilian community and a labour market where eligible students can gain practical experience while studying.
That combination is one reason Ireland remains attractive to Brazilian students who want more than a short language course. During an Academic Year, English becomes part of your routine: in class, accommodation, shops, transport, social activities and, where permitted, at work.
Why Dublin?
Dublin is Ireland’s capital and the country’s main centre for employment, education and international business. For a long-term English student, the city offers a wide range of neighbourhoods, transport options, workplaces and international communities.
ISI Dublin is based in central Dublin, which helps students combine classes with everyday city life. The location gives access to public transport, shops, services and the wider job market without separating the school experience from the city itself.
Living in Dublin as an International Student · Brazilian Community in Dublin
How the Academic Year programme works
The First Academic Year programme includes 25 weeks of English tuition plus 8 weeks of holiday. It is designed for eligible Non-EU students taking their first long-term English programme in Ireland.
ISI currently offers three timetable choices:
AY15 Morning
15 часов в неделю · с понедельника по пятницу · с 09:00 до 12:15.
AY15 Afternoon
15 часов в неделю · с понедельника по четверг · с 13:00 до 17:00.
AY20 Morning
20 hours per week · current structure: 15 hours of General English plus 5 additional elective hours.
The right timetable depends on how you want to organise your week. Morning courses leave afternoons and evenings available; the afternoon option leaves mornings free; AY20 gives you more weekly classroom time.
Compare Academic Year courses and timetables.
English levels and placement
AY15 and AY20 can be offered from A0 to C2, subject to live class availability and academic placement. Your final class is confirmed through the school’s placement process rather than simply from the level you select on an enquiry form.
Students progress at different speeds, so no school can responsibly guarantee that every student will finish at one specific CEFR level. Your starting level, attendance, participation and independent study all influence progress.
Оксфордский тест на английском языке
The current Non-EU Academic Year package includes the Оксфордский тест на английском языке as the final examination. This gives the programme a clear academic endpoint and is already included in the current package total.
Оксфордский тест на английском языке.
What is included in the First Academic Year package?
The current First Academic Year package includes the main programme charges rather than advertising a tuition-only number.
- 25 weeks of English tuition
- applicable application charge
- course materials
- Оксфордский тест на английском языке
- Медицинское страхование
- Learner Protection
Accommodation, airport transfer, flights and everyday living costs are separate unless they are specifically included in your quotation.
Current Academic Year promotion for Brazilian students
November Savings gives eligible Non-EU students 20% off AY15 Morning and AY20 Morning tuition. AY15 Afternoon has a separate Black Friday €2,500 package with no application fee, for bookings 2–30 November 2026. MediPEL is €180 (a €20 saving versus separate purchase); offers cannot be combined. The promotion is available for qualifying bookings received through 30 November 2026, with eligible starts up to 30 June 2028, subject to the current promotion conditions and live availability.
Общий объем текущих рекламных пакетов составляет:
- AY15 Afternoon — €2,500
- AY15 Morning — €3,500
- AY20 Morning — €4,460
The promotion is a commercial offer and can change in future. The purpose of this page is broader: it explains the Academic Year route so it remains useful even when the promotional period ends.
Can Brazilian students work while studying in Ireland?
Eligible students who are registered on a valid Печать 2 permission may currently work up to 20 часов в неделю в период семестра и до 40 часов в неделю during the official student holiday periods defined by Immigration Service Delivery.
The current 40-hour periods are June, July, August and September, and from 15 December to 15 January.
Work permission comes from your immigration permission. Booking an English course does not itself guarantee the right to work, and ISI does not guarantee employment.
Students should also arrive with enough money to support themselves without depending on finding a job immediately.
Работа в Ирландии · ISI Jobs Club · Finding a Job in Dublin
What kind of work do international students find?
International students in Dublin work across hospitality, retail, cafés, hotels, customer service, cleaning, care, events, administration and other sectors depending on their English, previous experience, availability and the current labour market.
There is no fixed “Brazilian student job”. A student with professional experience in Brazil may search differently from someone looking for an entry-level role, and stronger English can widen the range of positions you can realistically consider.
ISI Jobs Club
ISI’s Jobs Club helps students prepare for the Irish job market. Support can include Irish-style CV guidance, cover letters, interview preparation and job-search strategy. Employer or recruiter sessions and suitable vacancies may also be shared when available.
The Jobs Club is not a recruitment agency and cannot promise a job or a particular salary.
Do Brazilian students need a visa?
Your immigration route depends on the passport you hold, your current location and any Irish immigration permission you already have. Entry-visa requirements and permission to remain in Ireland are separate questions.
Brazilian students should use the official Irish Immigration nationality list and the Academic Year screening process rather than relying on an old blog post or another student’s experience. Even students who do not need an entry visa for travel still need to meet the conditions that apply to a long-term study stay and may need to register their immigration permission after arrival.
Do I Need a Visa? · Визы и иммиграция · Проверка виз
Financial requirements for immigration
Irish Immigration requires students to show that they can support themselves without relying on casual employment. Current financial evidence requirements depend on the length of the stay and the immigration route.
Do not confuse the immigration threshold with your personal Dublin budget. You should also plan separately for accommodation, groceries, transport, phone costs, social life and an emergency buffer.
Student Visa Financial Requirements · Cost of Living in Dublin
Accommodation in Dublin
For Academic Year students, ISI normally recommends arranging the первые 8 недель of accommodation. This gives you a stable arrival while you learn your class timetable, commute and preferred parts of Dublin before making a longer-term housing decision.
Options include:
Host Family
A local household environment, with the room and meal plan confirmed according to the booking.
Student Residence
An independent option for students aged 18+, normally self-catering and subject to live availability and final property allocation.
Private rent later
Many long-stay students look for a room in a shared house or apartment after they understand the city. Searching from Dublin allows you to visit properties and compare the real commute before paying a deposit.
Student Accommodation in Dublin · Host Family · Student Residence · Renting in Dublin
Groceries, transport and everyday Dublin life
Your real cost of living depends heavily on your accommodation choice, location and habits. Cooking at home, planning groceries and choosing accommodation with a practical commute can make a large difference over an eight-month period.
Dublin also has Brazilian and international food shops, restaurants and community networks that can make the transition easier while you continue using English in your wider daily life.
Groceries in Dublin · Transport in Dublin · Dublin Neighbourhoods · Дублинские гиды
Brazilian student stories at ISI Dublin
One of the best ways to understand an Academic Year is to read different student experiences rather than assume every journey will be the same.
Maria Clara Costa writes about arriving in Dublin, meeting international classmates and building confidence in English.
Hugo describes leaving a stable career in Brazil, starting again with basic English and becoming more confident in Ireland.
Raquel shares her journey from zero English to a more independent life abroad.
Pedro Kaio reflects on starting a new chapter at 30 and rebuilding routine in Ireland.
Eduardo explains why he researched his next English school more carefully and what he wanted from the next stage of his studies.
Academic Year FAQs for Brazilian students
How long is the Academic Year programme?
The standard programme is 25 weeks of English tuition plus 8 weeks of holiday.
Can I work during my Academic Year?
If you are granted a valid Stamp 2 permission, current rules allow up to 20 hours per week during term time and up to 40 hours during the official holiday periods. Work permission depends on your immigration status.
What are the current promotional prices?
The current eligible First Academic Year package totals are €2,500 for AY15 Afternoon, €3,500 for AY15 Morning and €4,460 for AY20 Morning.
What English level do I need?
AY15 and AY20 can be offered from A0 to C2, subject to class availability and academic placement.
Is the final exam included?
Yes. The current First Academic Year package includes the Oxford Test of English.
Is Medical Insurance included?
Yes. The current First Academic Year package includes ISI Medical Insurance and Learner Protection.
Can I book accommodation with ISI?
Yes, subject to availability. Host Family and Student Residence can be added to the booking, and ISI normally recommends the first 8 weeks for long-stay students.
When can I start?
Academic Year programmes normally start on Mondays, subject to the academic calendar, public holidays, level availability and your immigration timeline.
Can ISI guarantee me a job?
No. ISI can provide Jobs Club support, but employment depends on the labour market, your English, experience, availability and job-search activity.
I am already studying in Ireland. Is this page for me?
This page is for First Academic Year bookings. If you are renewing an existing Academic Year journey, use Обновление академического года.
Check your eligibility
The best next step is not simply to choose the cheapest timetable. We first check whether First Academic Year is the correct route for your situation, then confirm course, start date, current promotion and accommodation.
Программа учебного года · Цены и сроки · Визы и иммиграция · Academic Year FAQs