University College Dublin is Ireland’s largest and one of its most prestigious universities, renowned for academic excellence, research impact, and global engagement. Founded in 1854, UCD offers a wide range of programs across business, engineering, sciences, humanities, and social sciences. The university is known for its strong research culture, modern campus, and close links with industry and global institutions. With a diverse international community and a strong focus on innovation, employability, and sustainability, University College Dublin prepares graduates to succeed in an increasingly interconnected world.

Courses

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University Minimum Requirements

for undergraduate (Guide only)

Fee / year

from EUR $23,170

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Campuses

University College Dublin's main campus is Belfield and has a total of 2 campuses.

Studying in Belfield(Main)

Living cost with rent

EUR $1,500 - $1,800

Rent / month

EUR €900 - €1400

Location : Belfield, Dublin
Nearby : Located 5km from Dublin city centre
Getting here : Public transport via rail (Connolly Station and Heuston Stations)
Faculties : hosting all faculties except for Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School
Originally known as the Catholic University of Ireland and subsequently as the Royal University, the university became UCD in 1908 and a constituent college of the National University of Ireland (NUI).

Studying in Blackrock

Living cost with rent

EUR $1,500 - $1,800

Rent / month

EUR €800 - €1100

Location : Blackrock, Dublin
Nearby : Located in the seaside town of Blackrock, 10km south of Dublin City Centre
Getting here : Public transport via rail (DART - Blackrock)
Faculties : Home to Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School
In 1991, the Graduate School of Business moved to the dedicated campus at Blackrock. The school is built upon an extraordinary leadership gift from Dr Michael WJ Smurfit.

Scholarships

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Degree

Postgraduate

UCD Global Excellence Scholarships

Fee Waiver Up to 100%

Requirements

Applicants must be an international, self-funding student classified as non-EU for fee purposes.
Applicants must be high-achieving students with a strong academic record.
Applicants must hold a current offer for an eligible program.
Applicants must be enrolled in a full-time Undergraduate or Graduate Taught program.
The following programmes are excluded:
Clinical programmes
January intake programmes

Awards Details

Fee Waiver of 50% and 100% of the tuition fees are available, subject to evaluation by University College Dublin.

Upcoming Intakes

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2026 JanApply by

PostgraduateAny time of the year

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Undergraduate1 July

PostgraduateAny time of the year

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

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