Learn English on the Ireland Coastline

OPUS Paid Work and Study in Ireland

Work and Study in Ireland

  • OPUS IRE Student WorkingHelp pay for your studies and experience a new culture
  • Communicate in English at work and develop your language skills at school
  • Gain work experience in another language and increase your job opportunities
  • Work up to 20 - 30 hours per week in Dublin (dependent on programme/nationality)
  • Study course length from 6 weeks to 9 months (dependent on EU/ non EU passport status )
  • Apply in 5 easy steps (see application section below)

Example work placements in Dublin, Ireland

  • Retail Stores
  • Cafés
  • Restaurants
  • OPUS IRE Temple BarHotels (previous experience required for some roles)

Accommodation options in Dublin, Ireland

  • Homestay
  • Student apartments 
  • Student hostels
  • Student residence

Why Work & Study in Dublin, Ireland

  • Work & live in friendly and young atmosphere
  • Take some time off and discover the quaint country side
  • Enjoy a Pint of Guinness in one Ireland's traditional pubs
  • Escape on a city weekend trip to England, France or Spain
  • Learn to Surf on one of its many stunning beaches

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I recommend the OPUS programme to students because, it is better to apply English to everyday situations.

 


COURSE FACTS FOR NON EU PASSPORT HOLDERS (click for information)

OPUS English Ireland

Improve your English speaking, listening, writing and reading skills, gain customer service skills and acquire language for the workplace during a part-time paid work placement.

Overview:
6 months of Vacation English and a guaranteed job placement of up to 5 months of part-time paid work
9 months of Vacation English and a guaranteed job placement of up to 8 months of part-time paid work

Course Structure: 20 lessons of 45 minutes per week - (15 hours)

Recommended ages: 18 - 30

Minimum rates of pay per hour: 8.65 Euros

Minimum English level: Lower Intermediate with good spoken English

Location: Dublin 

Note: English for Business as a main class for up to 10 weeks will be availablefor an additional cost. Exam preparation (IELTS /Cambridge) classes are also available. Please indicate on your contact form if this is of interest to you.

COURSE FACTS FOR EU/EEA PASSPORT HOLDERS (click for information)

OPUS English Ireland (For EU/EEA Passport Holders)

Improve your English speaking, listening, writing and reading skills, gain customer service skills and acquire language for the workplace during a part-time or full-time paid work placement.

Overview:
5 months of Vacation English and a guaranteed job placement of up to 4 months of part-time/full-time paid work
6 months of Vacation English and a guaranteed job placement of up to 5 months of part-time/full-time paid work
9 months of Vacation English and a guaranteed job placement of up to 8 months of part-time/full-time paid work

Course Structure: 20 lessons of 45 minutes per week - (15 hours)

Recommended ages: 18 - 30

Minimum rates of pay per hour: 8.65 Euros

Minimum English level: Lower Intermediate with good spoken English

Locations: Dublin 

Note: English for Business as a main class for up to 10 weeks will be available in Dublin for an additional cost. Exam preparation (IELTS /Cambridge) classes are also available. Please indicate on your contact form if this is of interest to you.

OPUS Ireland Euro Special (For EU/EEA Passport Holders)

Work for 26 weeks in a paid hospitality or retail job and study English for 6 weeks

Overview: Minimum 6-week Vacation or Intensive English + a guaranteed 26 week paid job

Vacation English Course Structure: 20 lessons of 45 minutes per week - (15 hours)

Intensive English Course Structure: 28 lessons/week (including 8 electives) + 7 Structured Study Sessions
(Lessons are 45 minutes) - 21hours of lessons + 5 hours 25 minutes of Structured Study

Recommended ages: 18 - 30

Minimum rates of pay per hour: 8.65 Euros

Minimum English level: Lower Intermediate with good spoken English (Intermediate level for business course)

Location: Dublin

Start dates: For vacation and intensive English every Monday, Work start not available in August, September and December 

Note: English for Business as a main class for up to 10 weeks will be  available in Dublin from January 2009 for an additional cost. Please indicate on your contact form if this is of interest to you.

OPUS Euro Exam Special (For EU/EEA Passport Holders)

Take an IELTS or Cambridge Exam Preparation course and get a full time placement in paid work for 26 weeks

Overview: Minimum 10-week IELTS or 12-week Cambridge Exam course + a guaranteed 26 week paid job

IELTS Supplementary Preparation Course Structure: 20 lessons of General English + 8 lessons of IELTS preparation + 7 sessions of structured study. (Lessons are 45 min)

Cambridge Preparation Course Structure: 20 lessons of Cambridge Preparation + 7 sessions of structured study.
(Lessons are 45 minutes)

Recommended ages: 18 - 30

Minimum rates of pay per hour: 8.65 Euros

Minimum English level: Intermediate with good spoken English

Location: Dublin 

 


Apply in 5 easy steps:

  1. Request and complete an application form, available from your Kaplan International Colleges representative
  2. Upon receipt of your application we will send you our free English test and let you know your current English level
  3. We will request an electronic version of your CV written in English
  4. We will then arrange a telephone interview to test your spoken English
  5. Once you have followed the steps above and we have received payment of the program fees and for any accommodation you wish to book with us, we will send you a booking confirmation and Letter of Acceptance so that you can apply for a student visa if necessary.

The program fees listed below include tuition and job placement only. You will also need to budget for accommodation and spending money. However, the money you earn will help you to afford some of your expenses.

Dublin
OPUS 6-week Vacation EnglishEUR 1710
OPUS 6-week Intensive EnglishEUR 2070
OPUS IELTS supplementaryEUR 3190
OPUS Cambridge dedicatedEUR 3270
OPUS 5 MonthsEUR 4020
OPUS 6 MonthsEUR 4920
OPUS 9 MonthsEUR 5780

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