University College Dublin
Dublin, Ireland
Undergraduate strengths: Business, Engineering, Veterinary, Medicine. Taught primarily in English.
Is University College Dublin right for you?
Best for students who
- want a supportive route into higher education with realistic entry standards
- want research intensity and to be taught by people writing the field
- want a big-city life with internships on the doorstep in Dublin
- are set on Business, Engineering, Veterinary
Maybe not for you if you
- are specifically chasing a top-25 world ranking on your CV
- want a compact, close-knit campus where you recognise everyone
- are on a tight budget without scholarship funding
- want a subject well outside Business or Engineering
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Undergraduate courses
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Undergraduate entry requirements
Leaving Cert; IELTS 6.5.
Entry requirements last verified 15 February 2026.
- IELTS — English language test scored 0-9. Most universities want 6.0-7.5 overall.
- Irish Leaving Certificate — Irish school-leaving exam; CAO points calculated from best 6 subjects.
Costs (per year)
- Annual undergraduate tuition (international): €20,000 – €32,000
- Annual undergraduate tuition (home): €3,000–€3,500
- Living: €14,000 – €20,000
Home fees are typical national rates. Fees last verified 15 February 2026 — always confirm on the official site.
Top employers & salary
Salary data last verified 15 February 2026.
Typical graduate salary: €42,000–€68,000/yr
Housing & city
Student wellbeing
Most universities provide free or low-cost counselling, GP access for international students, and dedicated international-student offices for visa and settling-in support. Look for the "Student Services" or "Wellbeing" section on the official site for the latest hours and contacts.
Clubs & activities
Expect 100+ student societies covering sport, debate, performing arts, entrepreneurship, faith, and culture. Major intake fairs run in the first weeks of term — joining one society early is the fastest way to build a friend group abroad.
Around campus & Dublin
Useful links
Visa — Ireland
Stamp 2 study visa
Apply online via AVATS, then register at INIS on arrival.
- Letter of acceptance
- Tuition paid
- Proof of funds (~€10,000)
- Private health insurance
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