Dublin City University is a modern and innovative Irish university known for its strong focus on research, technology, and industry engagement. Founded in 1980, the university offers a wide range of programs across business, engineering, science, computing, humanities, and health sciences. DCU is recognized for its entrepreneurial culture, applied research, and close links with industry, providing students with practical experience and career opportunities. Located in Dublin, the university fosters a dynamic and supportive learning environment that prepares graduates to succeed in a rapidly changing global landscape.

Courses

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University Minimum Requirements

for undergraduate (Guide only)

Fee / year

from EUR $17,000

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Campuses

Dublin City University's main campus is DCU Glasnevin Campus and has a total of 4 campuses.

Studying in DCU Glasnevin Campus(Main)

Living cost with rent

EUR $1,500 - $1,800

Rent / month

EUR €500 - €1,200

Location : Whitehall, Dublin 9
Nearby : walking distance of the St Patrick’s and All Hallow’s campuses.
Getting here : Public transport via bus (DCU Ballymun Road)
Faculties : Home to 4 faculties including DCU Business School and Faculty of Science and Health
The campus also features our state-of-the-art student centre, The U, as well as the O’Reilly Library and The Helix arts and culture venue.

Studying in DCU St. Patrick's Campus

Living cost with rent

Below EUR $1,500

Rent / month

EUR €700 - €900

Location : Drumcondra, Dublin
Nearby : 15-20 minutes from Dublin city centre by bus
Getting here : Public transport via bus (DCU St Patrick’s); via train (10 min walk to Drumcondra train station)
Faculties : Home to the DCU Institute of Education.
The faculty continues a long tradition of teacher education, which began in this historic location almost 150 years ago.

Studying in DCU All Hallows Campus

Living cost with rent

Below EUR $1,500

Rent / month

EUR €700 - €900

Location : Drumcondra, Dublin
Nearby : 5 minute walk from the St Patrick’s campus.
Getting here : Public transport via bus (St Patrick's College); via train (30 min walk to Drumcondra train station)
Faculties : Home to the DCU Institute of Education.
With its beautiful historic buildings, set in mature parklands, All Hallows is a unique campus that has been a centre for - education since the 1840s.

Scholarships

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Postgraduate

DCU Humanities and Social Sciences Bursary

Fee Waiver of EUR $2,000

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Requirements

An International student
Must received an offer to study on a postgraduate programme in the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences.

Awards Details

Fee waiver of EUR $2,000 on the full-time International Tuition Fees.

Upcoming Intakes

Here are the intake periods and application deadlines for Dublin City University.

2026 SepApply by

Undergraduate1 July

Postgraduate1 July

*Intakes may vary by courses and will be closed once the programme is full.

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University Minimum Requirements

Is Dublin City University your best fit?

Campuses

Studying in DCU Glasnevin Campus(Main)

Studying in DCU St. Patrick's Campus

Studying in DCU All Hallows Campus

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Scholarships

Upcoming Intakes

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