Does Ireland only offer a September intake for public universities and how early should I apply for a Postgraduate?

No, Ireland's public universities mainly offer a September intake, which is the largest and has the most program options and scholarships. There is also a January intake at some universities, mostly for postgraduate courses, but with fewer choices.

For September intake, applications usually open from October to November of the previous year, and deadlines range from April to July. Applying early is important, as seats can fill quickly and some universities have rolling admissions.