Bray, south of Dublin, is a seaside town known for its long promenade, Bray Head and as the gateway to the Wicklow Mountains. Linked to Dublin by the DART, it offers a calmer life close to the capital's opportunities.
Some of the language schools NGGlobal offers in Bray:
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Short programs last 1-4 weeks, while long-term programs run from 12 weeks to a year. Most schools use a system of 8-12 levels, and on an intensive course you should allow about 4-8 weeks per level.
Language school fees in Bray depend on course intensity, the type of school and the length of your booking. The weekly price falls for longer bookings, and extra discounts apply for early bookings and promotions. Applying through NGGlobal lets you compare the schools' current offers in one place.
Language schools do not require a diploma or any prior knowledge of the language. After you complete the enrolment form and pay the deposit, the school sends you a confirmation. For long programs, schools on the ILEP list issue the acceptance letters needed for a student visa application.
For short courses, booking 4-6 weeks ahead is enough. For 25-week programs, allow 2-3 months for the visa application, documents and payment. Schools may close for 1-2 weeks over Christmas and New Year.
Turkish citizens need a visa to enter Ireland. Language courses of up to 3 months need a short-stay (C) study visa, and longer programs need a long-stay (D) study visa. For the long-stay visa, the course must be on the government's ILEP list and last at least 25 weeks.
Students who come to Ireland on a long-term program can find part-time work in cafés, restaurants, hotels and retail. Income from work helps cover part of the costs, but it is important to arrive with enough savings for the first months.
Homestay is the most common option in Bray, and schools usually place students with families within easy reach of the school.
Living costs in Bray are lower than in Dublin, and rent and daily costs suit a student budget better.
The DART suburban train makes Dublin easy to reach from Bray, and buses serve the town.
Bray has a mild maritime climate with gentle winters and cool summers. Rain is frequent all year but usually light and brief.
Direct flights from Istanbul to Dublin Airport (DUB) take about 4-4.5 hours; the DART train from central Dublin to Bray takes about 40-50 minutes.
Bray is 3 hours behind Turkey in winter and 2 hours behind while Irish Summer Time applies (late March to late October).
NGGlobal advisers give students planning a language course in Bray free support with comparing schools, price quotes, accommodation and visa documents.
About 40-50 minutes by DART to the city centre.
Bray Head is a hill south of the town, famous for its cliff walk to Greystones.
No. Schools run beginner courses, and a placement test on your first day puts you in the right class.
Yes. If you are enrolled on a 25-week ILEP program and hold Stamp 2, you can work up to 20 hours a week during term and 40 hours in holidays.
ILEP is the Irish government's list of programs accepted for student visas; your course must be on it for a long-stay visa and work rights.
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