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Dublin City University

Dublin, IE · Ranking #436

Dublin City University (DCU) is a dynamic public university in Dublin, Ireland, recognised for innovation, research excellence, and strong industry engagement. Established in 1975 and elevated to university status in 1989, DCU serves over 20,000 students from more than 120 countries across five faculties, offering a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and research programmes. The university emphasises practical, career‑focused learning, with integrated internships (INTRA) in many degrees and strong employer partnerships. DCU is consistently ranked among global universities in QS and Times Higher Education lists and is known for high graduate employability and vibrant campus life.

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Dublin City University

About the university

Dublin City University (DCU) is a dynamic public university in Dublin, Ireland, recognised for innovation, research excellence, and strong industry engagement. Established in 1975 and elevated to university status in 1989, DCU serves over 20,000 students from more than 120 countries across five faculties, offering a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and research programmes. The university emphasises practical, career‑focused learning, with integrated internships (INTRA) in many degrees and strong employer partnerships. DCU is consistently ranked among global universities in QS and Times Higher Education lists and is known for high graduate employability and vibrant campus life.

Key information

  • Location: Dublin, IE
  • Ranking #436
  • QS #410
  • THE #301
  • National ranking #6
  • Institution type: public

Popular faculties

  • Business
  • Engineering & Computing
  • Science & Health
  • Humanities & Social Sciences
  • Education

Programs (6)

  • Computer Science
  • Business Administration
  • Engineering
  • Education
  • Journalism and Communication
  • Psychology

Student body

  • Total students: 20,377
  • Undergraduate: 14,700
  • Graduate: 4,700
  • International students: 22%

Campus life

DCU’s campus life is vibrant and inclusive, with modern facilities, over 130 student societies and 40 sports clubs, social events, and support services. The three Dublin campuses offer study spaces, leisure facilities, student centres, theatre, and community engagement activities, fostering a balanced academic and social experience.

Housing & accommodation

Housing cost: €700 - €1,500 / per month

Housing options

  • On‑campus student residences
  • DCU host family accommodation
  • private rentals

Student clubs and organizations

  • Over 130 student societies
  • cultural clubs
  • sports clubs

Sports

  • DCU sports clubs
  • varsity teams
  • athletics clubs

Career & internships

Employment rate: 93%

Partner companies

  • Google
  • Meta
  • Pfizer
  • Johnson & Johnson
  • Intel
  • Boston Scientific
  • Microsoft
  • Deloitte

Internships: DCU integrates internships (INTRA) into many programmes, supports work placements and career development, and offers connections with industry partners to enhance practical experience and employability.

Admission requirements

Required tests

  • IELTS
  • TOEFL

Required documents

  • Secondary school diploma/degree certificate
  • academic transcripts
  • personal statement
  • English proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL)
  • passport copy
  • references

Minimum GPA: 3

Tuition costs

  • €14,000 - €28,000 / per year
  • Acceptance rate: 25.00%
  • Scholarships available: DCU offers merit‑based scholarships for international students, including International Merit Scholarships and Government of Ireland International Education Scholarships, which may include fee waivers and financial awards; eligibility and amounts vary by scheme.

Quick facts

  • Founded: 1975
  • Teaching languages: english
  • Study formats: offline

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