Welcoming International Students GMIT is a multicultural institution with over 70 nationalities represented in the student population. The majority of our incoming EU (Erasmus Exchange) Students come from Germany, France, The Czech Republic, Austria and the majority of our Non-EU Students come from Malaysia, Oman, USA, Canada and China. The International Office GMIT has a dedicated International Of fi ce, which leads on numerous internationalisation initiatives for the institute including the following: • Increasing awareness of Study Abroad opportunities amongst the GMIT student community • Coordination of the Erasmus+ Mobility Programme in conjunction with Academic Schools • The Promotion of GMIT Courses in overseas Education Markets & attendance at overseas Education Exhibitions • Attracting a diverse range of International Students to GMIT and providing support to these applicants, prior to their arrival, as well as induction events once they arrive and register with the institute • Providing visa and immigration support to international students • Providing various levels of supports for international students in conjunction with the Students’ Union and the Student Services Team • Liaising with Overseas Education Agents who wish to refer Non-EU students to GMIT Further details on the work of the International Of fi ce may be obtained from the Director of International Engagement, Mr John Joe O’Farrell who leads the International team. Email johnjoe.ofarrell@gmit.ie
“GMIT has always been known for its hands-on approach to teaching, which is a big plus when it comes to providing practical solutions to real world problems, especially in the IT sector. The course itself can be challenging at times, but the lecturers are always there to help us out. I think GMIT’s Software Development Course is very thorough and I am well equipped to apply the knowledge I have learnt in the IT fi eld. Even though technology is evolving at a rapid pace, the Software Development course modules are updated regularly to be in sync with emerging technologies.” Jeremy Yon Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Currently employed as a Trainee Engineer with Ericsson in Athlone
How to Apply
Amy Eignor California, USA
Non-EU Applicants International Applicants from Non-EU Countries should use our Online Application System: www.gmit.ie/international/howtoapply Applicants must hold a quali fi cation equivalent to the Irish Leaving Certi fi cate (High School) for entry to Undergraduate Courses and equivalent to an Irish Bachelor’s (Hons) Degree for entry to Postgraduate Courses. A list of Scholarships and our English Language requirements can be viewed on our website: www.gmit.ie/international For further information, please contact the International Of fi ce at GMIT. GMIT Contact Non-EU Enquiries: +353 91 742149 or Email: international@gmit.ie
“GMIT is a great place to study abroad as they genuinely care about all of their international students and make the transition as easy as possible! Anytime I had a problem or even a silly question they would answer it with enthusiasm and reliable information, they understand that this is a big transition and are there for you one hundred percent. The courses themselves are genuinely amazing, I’m studying Film and Documentary and the classes are very hands on and interactive. My class consists of about 40 students that are split in to two groups for certain classes, which means you get one-on-one interaction with the lecturer multiple times a class, and you can build a trusting bond with your teachers and have real conversations with them, which is invaluable as they all have successful careers in the fi eld we are hoping to go in to. The equipment we have to work with is superb, modern equipment that the people who are working in our fi eld today are using, so we are becoming equipped with those skills ready to walk right into our respective fi elds. Overall, GMIT is a school I trust with my education and wellbeing because I know they care about me as a student but also as a person.”
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