My Department does not undertake any such research.
However, the annual International Graduate Outcomes Survey published by the Higher Education Authority (https://hea.ie/statistics/data-for-download-and-visualisations/research-info-byte-series/) provides some general, rather than country specific data in respect of international students.
International higher education students make a significant contribution to Ireland’s higher education institutions (HEIs), and to society generally, both economically and in terms of the cultural diversity they bring to our campuses. Indian nationals are currently largest cohort of international students and the latest HEA published data show that there are 9,175 Indian nationals enrolled in publicly funded higher educations in Ireland.
The Programme for Government 2025 contains a commitment to publish a National Migration and Integration Strategy detailing how Government intends to meet the demands and the opportunities facing Ireland’s society and economy over the next decade. The Department of Justice, Home Affairs and Migration is leading on the development of this Strategy, in collaboration with a wide range of other Government Departments, including my Department. The strategy will consider a range of migration pathways, including work, study, family and protection to achieve a balanced approach to migration overall.
The Strategy is targeted for completion in June 2026, with consultation expected to take place with key stakeholders in the Spring, when a draft Strategy is available.
