Living in Ireland

Over the past decade Ireland has undergone a phenomenal economic transformation. It is now the fastest growing economy in Western Europe.

Unemployment has been virtually eliminated, output and productivity have increased, infrastructural improvements have been made and Irish people have seen a real improvement in their standard of living. Indeed, Ireland is now taking in approximately 40,000 foreign workers each year.

Thankfully, this economic activity has not been at the expense of one of Ireland's main natural resources – the beauty and diversity of its landscape and countryside. And Irish people have remained essentially warm and welcoming to the thousands of students who come to Ireland each year to study and work.

Dublin, the capital, with over a million inhabitants, still maintains the atmosphere of a town rather than a major metropolis. Its hugely young population – the youngest in Europe - creates a wonderful dynamic energy which is felt in both the professional and social areas of Dublin life. The regeneration of Dublin city centre over the past ten years has meant that Dublin has regained its place as the most exciting capital city in Europe. And of course, it’s pubs are legendary in their own right!

Cost of Living for Students
This information is intended as an outline guide only as each student’s living expenses will vary depending on their lifestyle.

We estimate that your living expenses per week in Drogheda may be as follows: