Is IELTS waiver available for some universities, and does it affect fees or scholarships in Ireland/Germany for a Master's/Bachelor's?

Yes, some universities in Germany and Ireland offer IELTS waivers for Master's programs if you completed your Bachelor's degree in English. In the UAE, most universities still require IELTS and do not provide waivers for English-medium education.

- Germany & Ireland: Many universities accept a Medium of Instruction (MOI) certificate as proof of English proficiency, but this varies by institution and program.
- UAE: IELTS is typically mandatory; waivers are rare.

An IELTS waiver usually does not affect tuition fees. Most scholarships still require proof of English proficiency, but a waiver or MOI is often accepted if the university approves it.