Will my career gap and internships affect my eligibility for admission or visa in Ireland/Australia for a Master's?

It depends. A 9-year career gap with internships can be accepted for master's admissions and student visas in Australia, New Zealand, and Ireland, as long as you clearly explain and document how you used this time.

- Australia: Gaps of 3 - 5 years are typical, but longer gaps are considered if supported by relevant work or skill-building activities.
- New Zealand: Flexible if you provide genuine reasons and documentation for your gap.
- Ireland: Flexible, especially if the gap involved work experience, personal growth, or skill development.

To strengthen your application, prepare a detailed Statement of Purpose (SOP) explaining your gap and include documents like internship certificates or work experience letters. If you need help framing your SOP or gathering documents, your LeapScholar counsellor can guide you.