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Study AbroadStudy Abroad Programme (Non-Exchange)

The WIT Study Abroad Programme (Non-Exchange) is suitable for any international student who wishes to spend either a semester or a year of their undergraduate studies at WIT. A Study Abroad Agreement must be in place between your home university and WIT.

We offer Study Abroad programmes in the following Schools:

  • Business
  • Engineering
  • Health Sciences
  • Humanities
  • Science and Computing

Study Abroad students select modules, sit examinations and receive credit just like full-time WIT students. Therefore, they become fully integrated into the student body and can avail of our on-campus accommodation, join our extensive number of clubs and societies, and benefit from the excellent support provided by our Office for International Relations team.  

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Study Options

A Study Abroad student must select courses that will fulfil the academic requirements of his/her home institution. Students can take up to 6 modules per semester (30 credits) and 12 modules (60 credits) for the full year. Module choice can, where possible, cross disciplines but students must take timetable and examination scheduling into consideration when making their selection. 

All Study Abroad students participate in WIT’s Orientation programme, which takes place before the start of each semester.

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements for Study Abroad students are 2.7 GPA cum. (min) at a recognised U.S. university or college or 60% average grades at university. You may apply directly through your home institute or through the above ‘APPLY HERE’ link. We do not accept students into first or final year studies.

Study Abroad Fees

Undergraduate Study Abroad fees for International students at WIT, for the Academic year are as follows:

  • September to December (Autumn Semester) - €5,000 per semester
  • January to May (Spring Semester) - €5,000 per semester
  • September to May (Full Academic year) - €10,000
  • September to August (Full Academic year plus Work Placement in the summer months) - €11,500 (currently only offered under the Engineering stream)
  • January to December (Full Academic year plus Work Placement in the Summer months) - €6,500 (currently only offered under the Engineering stream)
  • Summer Months (Work Placement Option - €1,500, currently only offered under the Engineering stream)

 Please note: the full Study Abroad tuition fee will be refunded to a student, if the student is refused their visa. Documentary evidence of the refusal must be provided to the International Office. 

So what's it like to study at WIT?

Bridget Miller

“I love my study abroad experience at WIT because I am living and learning, not visiting. I am gaining new perspectives via immersing myself in WIT’s educational program and Ireland’s culture.”

Bridget Miller (Illinois, USA) Business
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"The best experience of my life so far!"

Victor Dias (São Paulo, Brazil) Electronic Engineering 
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"WIT not only provides an excellent study environment but also provides the opportunity to make new friends from all over the world!"

Jiangqin Li (Shanghai, China) Construction Management

Nathalia Pompeu, International Student Ambassador for WIT and study abroad student from Rio de Janeiro explains why WIT was the perfect choice for her.

Please contact our Study Abroad Co-ordinator Ms. Linda McGrath, who will be happy to answer any questions you have. 

E: [email protected]  

Office for International Relations, Waterford Institute of Technology, Cork Road, Waterford, X91 K0EK, Ireland. 

Main Campus Cork Road, Waterford City,
Co. Waterford, Ireland
Eircode: X91 K0EK

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T: +353 51 30 2000 E: [email protected]

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