In Ireland, undergraduate (Bachelor’s) degrees are free for citizens from Ireland, EU/EEA countries, and Switzerland. The costs are covered by the Higher Education Authority (HEA). Keep in mind that not all undergraduate courses offered by public universities are free.
The length of the school day in primary school is 5 hours and 40 minutes. This includes assembly time, roll-call, and breaks which are usually around 11 am and 12.30 pm.
The legislation governing school attendance in Ireland is the Education (Welfare) Act 2000. Under the Act, the minimum school leaving age is 16 years, or until students have completed 3 years of second-level education, whichever is the later.
This scheme exists to allow legally resident non-EU third level graduates to remain in Ireland in order to look for employment or apply for a green card/work permit. During their approved stay under the scheme, a student can work full-time (40 hours a week).