Application Process for International Students

International applicants should apply directly to the International Office at LIT allowing plenty of time for completing the visa process. Applications for September start should be made by June 1st at the latest to ensure visas are processed in time. You should familiarise yourself with visa processing times for your country of origin to ensure you make a timely application.

1. Decide on Your Course

A full list of the available courses is here. If you need further information on a particular course please email international@lit.ie

2. Fill Out Application Form

The LIT International application form can be downloaded here.

The following should be included with your application:

Previous Qualifications & Academic Results

If you are looking to gain advanced entry into a course transcripts from any previous courses you participated in are required. For first year entry, evidence of your highest level of education achieved is required.

English Language Testing Score

For entry to undergraduate courses a minimum score of 5.5 in an IELTS exam is required. For postgraduate courses, a minimum of 6.0 is needed.

3. Submit Application Form

Email your completed application along with scanned copies of your supporting documents to international@lit.ie

We aim to provide an official decision on applications within 72 hours of receiving a complete application.​