Irish College of Humanities and Applied Sciences for Nigerian Students
Entry Requirements by Level
Academic Requirements
Direct entry available. Most affordable private college in Ireland. Flexible mature/international entry.
English Language
IELTS: 6+ overall, 5.5+ per component. TOEFL iBT and PTE Academic also accepted — contact admissions for equivalencies.
Fees & Deadline
Annual tuition: €8,000–€11,000. Application deadline: Rolling — multiple intakes.
Academic Requirements
Minimum GPA: 2.25/4 (2:2 or relevant experience UK equivalent). Bachelor's degree in a relevant field required.
English Language
IELTS: 6+ overall, 5.5+ per component. TOEFL iBT and PTE Academic also accepted — contact admissions for equivalencies.
Fees & Deadline
Annual tuition: €9,500–€12,000. Application deadline: Rolling. Decision time: 1–3 weeks.
Documents Required
Available Scholarships
ICHAS Institutional Bursaries
by Irish College of Humanities and Applied Sciences · Undergraduate, Masters
Learn more →Frequently Asked Questions
Does ICHAS accept WAEC?
ICHAS has flexible entry policies and accepts WAEC/NECO as a secondary school qualification. For Masters, relevant professional experience in psychology, counselling, or social care is often accepted alongside or in place of strong academic grades. ICHAS is the most accessible Masters option in Ireland for this subject area.
What GPA is needed for Masters at ICHAS?
ICHAS accepts a minimum of 2:2 (GPA 2.25/4.0) for Masters entry, with relevant work experience in social sciences or mental health also considered. At €9,500–€12,000/yr, ICHAS offers Ireland's most affordable Masters fees — ideal for Nigerian students in psychology and social work.
Are there scholarships for Nigerian students at ICHAS?
ICHAS offers institutional bursaries for qualifying students. Note that ICHAS is a private college and is not eligible for the Government of Ireland International Education Scholarships (GOI-IES). The low tuition (from €9,500/yr) makes ICHAS significantly more affordable than most other Irish institutions even without scholarship.
Tips for Applying to ICHAS
ICHAS is Ireland's most affordable Masters option and the most accessible for Nigerian students in Psychology, Counselling, and Social Sciences — with flexible entry that accepts work experience alongside academic qualifications. As a private college, it is not GOI-IES eligible, but its €9,500–€12,000/yr tuition combined with Limerick's low living costs makes total study costs among the lowest in Ireland. After graduation, the 24-month Third Level Graduate Programme (Stamp 1G) enables graduates to work in Ireland's growing health and social care sector.
Official source: Irish College of Humanities and Applied Sciences ↗Cost of Living in Limerick
Limerick is one of Ireland's most affordable cities. Very low costs for students.