Education in Ireland, the national brand representing Irish Higher Education globally, announced its forthcoming ‘Study in Ireland’ Virtual Fair curated for students from India, Nepal, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka. This event is scheduled for February 8, 2024 and will be offering an opportunity for students to explore a spectrum of educational prospects with 14 Irish Higher Education Institutions, as per the official announcement.
“We are pleased to see Education in Ireland begin the year with its virtual fair, an initiative aimed at fostering new avenues for educational collaboration. By bringing together 14 highly regarded Irish Higher Education Institutions on an online platform, we are striving to provide a transformative experience for students, enabling them to seamlessly connect with these institutions, explore academic opportunities, and make informed decisions about their educational journey,” Kevin Kelly, ambassador to India, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka and the Maldives, said
As per the platform, the Virtual Fair aims to provide a comprehensive platform for students to connect with representatives from esteemed Irish Higher Education Institutions. Alongside facilitating chat and video interactions, the fair will feature three discipline-led seminars with faculty and a dedicated alumni session.
This announcement follows the Education in Ireland Roadshow that took place across five cities in India in October 2023. The roadshow received a response, with over 2500 student and parent attendees looking to select Ireland as their preferred study abroad destination, as per the release.
“Ireland consistently stands out as one of the best destinations for international students, and we are truly enthusiastic about presenting this exceptional opportunity through our Virtual Fair. We look forward to welcoming students from India, Sri Lanka, Nepal and Bangladesh, and firmly believe this Virtual Fair will be a pivotal platform for showcasing the abundant opportunities that await them in Ireland,” Barry O’Driscoll, regional manager, India and South Asia, Education in Ireland, said.