What is the difference between the September and January intakes? Do they cut off a few semesters or what is it in Ireland?

The September and January intakes in Ireland differ mainly in timing, course availability, and campus experience - not in course duration or number of semesters.

- September intake: Main academic start, most courses and scholarships available, fuller campus life.
- January intake: Fewer programs offered (mostly select postgraduates), smaller cohorts, fewer scholarships, and a quieter campus experience.

Your program length stays the same no matter which intake you choose - no semesters are skipped or shortened. The main difference is when you start and which programs are open to you.