Education Agents

Education agents play an important role in the recruitment of international students. An education recruitment agent makes it easy for you to submit your application, accept your offer, apply for a student visa, and prepare for international student life.

It is important for international students to use a RIAM-registered recruitment agent as they are approved by RIAM to offer you professional and reliable advice.

International students can also apply directly to the Royal Irish Academy of Music.

RIAM Trusted Agents

RIAM works with the following education recruitment agents who will also provide advice on studying with RIAM.

Agent Counselling Services Include:

• Advice on course selection
• Brochures and essential documents
• Country and city information
• Assistance with application forms
• Visa advice

If you have any queries about our trusted agents, please contact us at [email protected]

RIAM Agent Listing

RIAM maintains a panel of agencies. Agencies are appointed to the RIAM approval panel following an onboarding process and a RIAM-approved contracting process.

Partnerships with agencies are based on agent territory, agent profile, and the strategic objectives of the Royal Irish Academy of Music.

Agencies

RIAM does not appoint exclusive representatives in its markets, nor does any individual have the authority to represent themselves as the sole or senior official point of contact for the region.  

For further information, please contact:  [email protected] 

Agents Working with RIAM

If you are interested in representing RIAM, please email us at [email protected].

If you would like to apply to become an International Agent, please complete our Agent application form.

A full application includes:

• Company profile detailing services provided
• A plan for how the agent plans to recruit students for RIAM
• Three references from other partner universities
• Any other information that may support the agent’s application

Agents who proceed to form partnership agreements with RIAM are obligated to adhere to the London Statement of Principles for the Ethical Recruitment of International Students.

RIAM's admissions team provides comprehensive support and training for our agents, and they are your contacts for information on RIAM. Student experiences of the support provided by education agents are closely monitored, including through an annual survey conducted by the Tertiary Office.

For further information on RIAM’s framework for transparency and accountability in RIAM’s dealings with education recruitment agents, please refer to our Education Recruitment Agencies Policy.

Resources for current agents can be accessed by emailing [email protected]. 

Contact Us

Further questions about RIAM courses, application steps, or about becoming an agent? Email us at [email protected].

RIAM International Agent Training

Our training for international agent partners is designed to equip you with all the necessary information and tools to represent RIAM in your region effectively.

Organised by the Tertiary Office, this training covers aspects of Ireland, our institution, and the support services we offer to students. Learn more about what is covered in the training below:

• Discover Ireland: Learn about Ireland's rich cultural heritage and competitive economy.
• RIAM Programmes: Find out about our programmes, and entry requirements.
• Application & Audition Information: Get guidelines on how to submit a student application and where to stay updated on application deadlines.
• Student Life at RIAM: Discover the international student experience at RIAM from pre-arrival to graduation. Learn about visa support, orientation programme, wellbeing, and support services.
• Scholarships: Music scholarships overview, and benefits for students

Schedule a Training Session 

If you would like a refresher on any aspects of RIAM Tertiary Courses, training topics, please contact the Agent Manager, Padraig Rynn.

Email: [email protected] 

Agent Training Documents

The documents below provide information about RIAM courses, entry requirements and how to submit an application on behalf of a student via the RIAM Application portal

Please note: the documents below are for agent partners.

Overview of RIAM Courses

Entry Requirements

Make an application - Undergraduate

Make an application - Postgraduate

Supporting Documents Checklist for Application

Agent Training Manual

Agent Marketing and Communications Guidelines

To ensure the Royal Irish Academy of Music is represented accurately and consistently across all international markets, all authorised agents are required to follow RIAM’s official marketing and communications guidelines.

These guidelines set out how RIAM should be described, how the brand and visual identity must be used, and what is and is not permitted in agent-led marketing activity. They are designed to protect both your reputation and that of the Academy, while ensuring prospective students receive clear, accurate and consistent information.

Agents must ensure that:

• All communications are factual, evidence-based and aligned with approved RIAM messaging
• The RIAM name, logo and brand elements are used correctly and consistently
• No misleading claims are made regarding admissions, scholarships or outcomes

• Any co-branded or original marketing materials receive prior approval where required

  Download the RIAM International Agent Marketing Guide