Mumbai: Ireland Education has successfully concluded its Education Roadshow 2025 in Mumbai. The event, held at The St. Regis, witnessed an enthusiastic turnout of over 350 students and parents eager to explore study opportunities in Ireland.

About This Year's Roadshow

This year’s roadshow brought together representatives from 21 top Irish universities and colleges, providing the audience with a chance to personally meet academics and admission specialists. The event was a one-stop destination for students to discover undergraduate, postgraduate, and Ph.D. studies in technology, healthcare, business and finance, arts and humanities, sustainability, and other new disciplines.

The participants also received information on scholarships, studies for a period, obtaining a visa, and post-study work environment in Ireland, the latter a key factor behind increasing popularity among Indian students.

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Responding to her pleasure at the remarkable response, Ms. Elizabeth McHenry, Regional Manager - Asia, Education in Ireland, stated, "The interest and enthusiasm among students this year have been just phenomenal. Our final fair in Mumbai, following successful events in Chennai, Bengaluru, Kochi, and Pune, witnessed an overwhelming turnout. This continued enthusiasm from Mumbai reflects the growing recognition of Ireland as a hub for world-class education with industry-linked work opportunities. We are excited to see talented Indian students joining our higher education institutions, building on the strong momentum of last year when over 10,000 Indian students chose Ireland.”

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She added that the fair continues to play an important role in enabling personal connections between students and Irish institutions. “The roadshow gives students a direct opportunity to interact with university representatives and academics, helping them ask detailed questions about programmes, scholarships, visas, and career opportunities,” Ms. McHenry said. “These interactions help demystify the process of studying abroad while highlighting Ireland’s welcoming and industry-integrated education system.”

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Visa guidance and expert consultations add value to the fair

In addition to the university booths, the Irish Visa Office conducted a dedicated seminar on the student visa application process, ensuring that students, parents, and education counsellors had a clear understanding of documentation, timelines, and financial planning. The seminar was particularly well received by attendees preparing to apply for the September 2025 intake.

Killian Dodey from the University of Galway shared that the fair had been highly engaging and productive. “I like to spend more time with each student, around 10 minutes per student and I’ve spoken with roughly 25 students,” he said.

Discussing the kind of questions students asked, Dodey explained that there were mainly two types. “Some students already know a bit about Galway, usually through friends who’ve studied or visited, while others have no idea about the place. I tell them that Galway is a welcoming city located on the west coast of Ireland, and the university is deeply embedded in the city’s culture and lifestyle. It’s all about living and studying in Galway.”

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He noted that most academic queries revolved around understanding the difference between similarly titled courses. “About 90% of students know the area they want to pursue, but they often struggle to distinguish between courses with similar names,” he explained.

“For example, a student interested in Artificial Intelligence may not realise that AI in Intelligent Robotics is actually an engineering program that combines both fields. Similarly, students looking into Data Science might not know that they can also explore Data Analytics or Health Data Science. These students are smart and focused; they just need clarity about the differences. Talking to someone from Galway helps them make better choices. We’re world-class in areas such as FinTech, MedTech, and research, so there’s a lot to explore.”

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From University College Dublin (UCD), Professor Johan A. Dornschneider-Elkink, who teaches Computational Political Science, shared that he had spoken to around 100 students during the fair.

“The most common questions we get are about eligibility, scholarships, and job opportunities,” he said.

Offering practical advice to aspiring students, Professor Dornschneider-Elkink emphasised the importance of maintaining good academic performance. “Keep your scores up, and if you’re in high school, don’t drop mathematics. Many students tend to avoid it after Grade 12 because they find it difficult, but most degrees require math. While there are alternative pathways, they can make your degree longer and more complicated,” he explained. “So, stay consistent with math and keep your grades strong. In terms of work opportunities, make use of internships and summer jobs to gain practical experience.”

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Broad participation from Ireland’s leading higher education institutions

The Mumbai leg of the Education in Ireland fair saw participation from the following 21 Higher Education Institutions (HEIs): Atlantic Technological University, Dublin Business School, Dublin City University, Dundalk Institute of Technology, Griffith College, IDC Business School, Independent College, Maynooth University, Munster Technological University, National College of Ireland, Campus Ireland, Technological University Dublin, South East Technological University, RCSI: University of Medicine & Health Sciences, Technological University of the Shannon, Trinity College Dublin, Trinity Business School, University College Cork, University College Dublin, University of Galway, and University of Limerick.

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Ireland's increasing affinity with Indian students

Education in Ireland roadshow is strengthening the Irish-Indian education tie further. More than 10,000 Indian students have opted for Ireland in the past year alone, and the event showcases the country's surging reputation as a secure, warm, and innovation-driven destination for study abroad.

Following the conclusion in Mumbai, the roadshow completed its tour across India with successful events at Chennai, Bengaluru, Kochi, and Pune, another milestone that registers with Ireland's continuous outreach to Indian students.