Renew Your Work & Study Course
25 week renewal courses suitable for current Stamp 2 IRP holders looking to renew an 8 month stay in Ireland for a second or third period.
Stamp 2 Renewal Course Options in Cork
Choose the 25-week English course that fits your schedule and your final exam: General English with the TIE exam, or General English plus IELTS.
1. General English (TIE Exam) Morning
25 weeks Monday to Friday, 09:00–12:15
2. General English (TIE Exam) Afternoon
25 weeks Monday to Friday, 13:15–16:30
3. General English + IELTS Morning
19 weeks General English + 6 weeks IELTS, Monday to Friday, 09:00–12:15
4. General English + IELTS Afternoon
19 weeks General English + 6 weeks IELTS, Monday to Friday, 13:15–16:30
Additional Textbook Costs
Textbooks are an additional cost.
If you already have the appropriate textbooks or can source your own you do not need to purchase books from the school.
If you need the school to purchase textbooks for you please let us know and we will add the textbooks to your invoice.
Important Textbook Note
- Students are required to have a physical copy of the textbook in class.
- Online versions or PDFs on your phone are not permitted.
Make a Renewal Booking Today
Have the Following Ready
- Passport
- Current IRP Card
- Address in Cork
Availability Check
You must contact us at this email to check availability with the school.
[email protected]Payment Details
- A €200 non-refundable deposit is required on receipt of invoice.
- Please pay the €200 deposit on the day you receive your invoice.
- Full/remaining payment is required at least 2 weeks before the start date and before your official school letter can be issued.
- You can pay in instalments if you like as long as full payment has been received by the school at least 2 weeks before your course start date.
- Payment Options: At the school reception desk, online or bank transfer.
Renewal Requirements
Attendance
- An attendance rate of 85% is required.
- A register is taken before and after the break each day and attendance is calculated on the basis of both registers.
- Attendance by students is defined as attending the full designated tuition hours – i.e. arriving more than 10 minutes late, or leaving before the class has concluded, means the student is marked absent for the class / class segments.
- You will receive a verbal warning from the Director of Studies if your projected attendance reaches 95%.
- A First Letter of Warning is issued if your projected attendance percentage reaches 92%.
- A Second Letter of Warning will be issued if your projected attendance reaches 88%.
- In cases of illness, please provide the school with a medical certificate. This will not affect your attendance.
Final Exam
- You are obliged by Immigration to take the end of course exam (TIE or IELTS) which you selected when booking your course.
- The school will register you for this exam.
- The Academic Team will reach out to you closer to your exam date to help you prepare and give you the exam schedule.
Course Start Date
It is the responsibility of the student to have a valid IRP card at all times and adequate medical insurance to cover your time in Ireland.
Eligibility for Holidays
Students registered on 25 week courses may take up to 3 weeks holiday (15 working days + 3 weekends).
- Holidays must be prearranged with at least 2 weeks’ notice. Please fill out a Holiday Request Form at the school reception desk.
- Holidays must align with a full week (Monday to Friday).
- Approved holiday weeks are added to the end of the course duration.
- As per Immigration policy, Stamp 2/Study Visa holders must have completed at least:
| Course weeks completed | Holiday allowed |
|---|---|
| 3 weeks of their course | 1 week holidays |
| 6 weeks of their course | 2 weeks holidays |
| 9 weeks of their course | 3 weeks holidays |
Please do not make holiday arrangements until you receive confirmation that your holiday has been approved.
Applying for Your IRP Card – Renewal Registrations
Renewal applications can be made online at: https://inisonline.jahs.ie
The IRP Card Registration Fee is €300Your IRP card will be posted to your address in Cork.
To renew you will be asked to provide:
- The biometric page of your current valid passport. This is the page that shows your photograph, passport number and date of birth.
- The front and back of your current IRP card. This is the credit-card sized plastic card you received when you last registered your permission.
- A letter from your school, confirming your enrolment as a student on a full time course of 25 weeks and listed on the ILEP.
- A letter from your school that shows you have attended a minimum of 85% of all lessons.
- Proof you have paid college/school fees.
- Proof of your private medical insurance. Insurance MUST cover accidents & medical incidents including hospital stays for the duration of your residence. Travel insurance is NOT sufficient for Visa Renewal.
- Exam results from previous course.
Stamp 2 Renewal Course in Cork: Common Questions
How long is the Work & Study renewal course?
It is a 25 week course, suitable for current Stamp 2 IRP holders renewing an 8 month stay in Ireland for a second or third period.
How much does the renewal course cost?
General English (TIE Exam) is €1750 Morning or €1400 Afternoon. General English + IELTS is €1800 Morning or €1450 Afternoon. The price includes the course, medical insurance, learner protection and the final exam.
What attendance do I need to renew my IRP card?
An attendance rate of 85% is required, and your school letter must show you attended a minimum of 85% of all lessons.
When do I pay for my renewal course?
A €200 non-refundable deposit is due on the day you receive your invoice. Full payment is required at least 2 weeks before your start date and before your official school letter can be issued.
Can I take holidays during the course?
Yes, up to 3 weeks on a 25 week course, with at least 2 weeks’ notice and following the Immigration rules on weeks completed.
Do I need to buy the textbook from the school?
No. If you already have the appropriate physical textbook or can source your own, you do not need to buy it from the school. Online versions and PDFs on your phone are not permitted.
Contact Us
Ready to renew your Work & Study course in Cork? Contact us by email to check availability with the school.