{"id":322,"date":"2026-10-01T06:51:30","date_gmt":"2026-10-01T06:51:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/academicyear.studyinireland.ie\/academic-year-faqs\/"},"modified":"2026-11-01T19:19:19","modified_gmt":"2026-11-01T19:19:19","slug":"academic-year-faqs","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/academicyear.studyinireland.ie\/ru\/academic-year-faqs\/","title":{"rendered":"Academic Year FAQs"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Academic Year FAQs: Study & Work in Ireland<\/h1>\n

Answers to the questions students most often ask before booking a First Academic Year English course in Dublin.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

What is an Academic Year English programme?<\/h2>\n

At ISI Dublin, the standard First Academic Year structure is 25 weeks of English study plus 8 weeks of holiday. It is designed for eligible non-EU students planning a long-term study stay in Ireland.<\/p>\n

How long will I stay in Ireland?<\/h2>\n

The programme structure covers 33 weeks in total: 25 study weeks plus 8 holiday weeks. Your actual immigration permission and travel dates depend on the conditions granted by Irish Immigration.<\/p>\n

What course options are available?<\/h2>\n

AY15 Morning, AY15 Afternoon and AY20 Morning. AY15 offers 15 hours per week; AY20 combines the core English programme with 5 additional elective hours.<\/p>\n

What are the class times?<\/h2>\n

AY15 Morning runs Monday to Friday, 09:00\u201312:15. AY15 Afternoon runs Monday to Thursday, 13:00\u201317:00. AY20 Morning combines the morning core programme with the additional elective hours.<\/p>\n

What English level do I need?<\/h2>\n

AY15 and AY20 can be offered from A0 to C2, subject to live class availability and academic placement.<\/p>\n

What is the minimum age?<\/h2>\n

ISI Adult programmes accept students from age 16. Students aged 16\u201317 require additional review because accommodation, welfare and immigration arrangements may differ from the standard adult Academic Year journey.<\/p>\n

Is a final exam included?<\/h2>\n

Yes. The current Non-EU Academic Year package includes the Oxford Test of English as the final examination.<\/p>\n

Can I work while studying?<\/h2>\n

Students who are granted a valid Stamp 2 permission may currently work up to 20 hours per week during term time and up to 40 hours during the official student holiday periods. Work permission depends on immigration status; enrolling on the course does not itself guarantee the right to work.<\/p>\n

Does ISI find me a job?<\/h2>\n

No. ISI does not guarantee employment or job placement. The Jobs Club helps students with CVs, cover letters, interview preparation and job-search strategy and may share opportunities when available.<\/p>\n

Do I need a visa?<\/h2>\n

That depends mainly on your nationality. Some non-EU students are visa-required and others are non-visa-required. Both groups can still have immigration requirements for a stay longer than 90 days.<\/p>\n

What is Stamp 2?<\/h2>\n

Stamp 2 is an Irish student immigration permission. Its conditions can include limited work permission for eligible full-time students on qualifying programmes.<\/p>\n

How much money do I need to show for immigration?<\/h2>\n

Current Irish Immigration guidance uses \u20ac10,000 for courses resulting in residence of more than 8 months. For courses resulting in residence of 8 months or less, it uses \u20ac833 per month or \u20ac6,665 in total, whichever is the lesser amount. Always check the current official guidance for your specific route.<\/p>\n

Is Medical Insurance included?<\/h2>\n

The current First Academic Year package includes ISI Medical Insurance. Medical Insurance is separate from Learner Protection.<\/p>\n

What are the current promotional prices?<\/h2>\n

The current First Academic Year promotional totals are \u20ac3,500 for AY15 Morning, \u20ac2,500 for AY15 Afternoon and \u20ac4,460 for AY20 Morning, subject to the current promotion conditions.<\/p>\n

How long is the current promotion available?<\/h2>\n

November Savings gives 20% off tuition on AY15 Morning and AY20 Morning for eligible bookings from 1 to 30 November 2026. AY15 Afternoon is a separate Black Friday \u20ac2,500 package for bookings 2\u201330 November 2026. Offers cannot be combined. MediPEL is \u20ac180, saving \u20ac20 compared with buying both protections separately. Eligible starts can be up to 30 June 2028, subject to availability and the offer conditions.<\/p>\n

Can I pay in instalments?<\/h2>\n

Standard instalment plans do not apply to First \/ new Academic Year bookings. Full payment is required before ISI issues the Letter of Acceptance.<\/p>\n

When do I receive my Letter of Acceptance?<\/h2>\n

The Letter of Acceptance is issued after full payment.<\/p>\n

Can I book accommodation?<\/h2>\n

Yes. ISI can arrange Host Family or Student Residence subject to live availability. For long stays, our normal recommendation is to organise the first 8 weeks.<\/p>\n

Can I arrange an airport transfer?<\/h2>\n

Yes. Airport transfer can be added to an Adult booking whether or not you are using ISI accommodation, subject to confirmation.<\/p>\n

What happens on my first day?<\/h2>\n

You complete the school arrival\/orientation process and an academic placement assessment so your class can be confirmed.<\/p>\n

I am already studying in Ireland. Is this the right website?<\/h2>\n

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How do I start?<\/h2>\n

Use the Get Started form so we can confirm your route, preferred timetable, start date and accommodation needs before you proceed.<\/p>\n

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