Dublin City University
Dublin City University overview
Dublin City University is a public university in Dublin, the capital of Ireland. It was founded in 1975 as a national institute of higher education. Known as Ireland's university of enterprise, it works across five campuses in Dublin: three academic, one innovation, and one sports campus. Since its founding the university has grown and expanded into Ireland's most innovative and market-oriented university. The university broke away from traditional patterns in the Irish education system and took up new approaches.
It offers interdisciplinary education and research opportunities in areas such as technology, engineering, business, communications, the humanities, sciences, and health. It currently maintains partnerships with organizations including AACSB, AMBA, ESB Reutlingen, the European University Association, the Irish Universities Association, and Universities Ireland. The university provides higher education to more than 20,000 students.
About Dublin City University
Dublin City University is a public university in Dublin, the capital of Ireland. It was founded in 1975 as a national institute of higher education. Known as Ireland's university of enterprise, it works across five campuses in Dublin: three academic, one innovation, and one sports campus. Since its founding the university has grown and expanded into Ireland's most innovative and market-oriented university.
The university broke away from traditional patterns in the Irish education system and took up new approaches. It offers interdisciplinary education and research opportunities in areas such as technology, engineering, business, communications, the humanities, sciences, and health. It currently maintains partnerships with organizations including AACSB, AMBA, ESB Reutlingen, the European University Association, the Irish Universities Association, and Universities Ireland. The university provides higher education to more than 20,000 students.
Dublin City University faculties and programs
Actuarial and Financial Mathematics
Communication Studies
Computer Science
Computing for Business
Data Science
Digital Business and Innovation
Physics with Data Analytics
Psychology
Psychology and Disruptive Technologies
Psychology and Mathematics
Dublin City University scholarships and financial aid
Dublin City University offers a variety of scholarship programs for international students. That said, keep in mind that the capacity and funding of these programs are limited. Scholarships are awarded on the basis of financial need and academic merit, and admissions standards are high. You can find the scholarship programs at the link below.
Dublin City University Exam Requirements
Submitting at least one of the exams below with the required score is a prerequisite for application. The score threshold may vary by program.
How to get into Dublin City University
If you are an international student applying from abroad with a high school diploma, you have one option at Dublin City University. It is the preparatory program known as the International Foundation Programme.
That said, if you want to apply for an undergraduate program at Dublin City University, you must meet the following requirements.
- International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma
or - SAT/ACT Score
or - IGCSE or A-Level Diploma
- Dublin City University generally accepts GCE A-Level grades of BBB and BCC, though accepted grade ranges vary by program. So once you have decided on a program, review its requirements. You are welcome to contact us to learn which courses the program you are considering requires.
- English Proficiency Certificate
- A certificate earned through an English proficiency exam such as IELTS, PTE Academic, CAE/CPE, or TOEFL iBT
- Official transcripts listing the courses you took throughout high school and the grades you earned
If you want to apply for a graduate program at Dublin City University, you must meet the following requirements.
- 4-Year Bachelor's Degree Diploma
- High GPA
- English Proficiency Certificate
- A certificate earned through an English proficiency exam such as IELTS, PTE Academic, CAE/CPE, or TOEFL iBT
- Official transcripts listing the courses you took throughout your undergraduate studies and the grades you earned
- A GRE/GMAT score may be required, depending on the specific admission requirements of the program you apply to.
Application Deadlines
* These dates are subject to change. Get in touch with our Dream Uni advisors to learn the up-to-date deadlines and all the details about the Dublin City University application process.
Take a closer look at Dublin City University
Dublin City University operates across five campuses. Its academic campuses are DCU Glasnevin, and DCU St Patrick's and DCU All Hallows in Drumcondra, both near Glasnevin. Alongside them are DCU Alpha, the university's innovation campus, and DCU Sports Campus, also in Glasnevin. The campuses sit close to Dublin city center and Dublin Airport, and within 2.5 km of one another. You can cover that distance on foot in 30 minutes, or by bicycle in 10.
Glasnevin, the main campus, is home to the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, the DCU Business School, and the Faculty of Engineering and Computing. It also holds the School of Computing, the School of Physics and Electronic Engineering, and the Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering. The School of Nursing, Psychotherapy and Community Health and the School of Psychology are based there as well. So are the Health and Wellbeing Centre and the National Institute for Cellular Biotechnology.
The university's other faculties and departments hold their academic activities at St Patrick's Campus and All Hallows Campus. St Patrick's Campus also houses some of the student residences, sports halls, playing fields, the Institute of Education Research, and the Drumcondra Education Centre. All Hallows Campus is home to the university's student residences.
The campuses sit a 10-minute bus ride from Dublin city center. From there you can enjoy the social and cultural life of the city as well as the amenities on campus. On campus you will find cafes, restaurants, a theater, conference and concert halls, the university sports complex, and other facilities. The capital itself adds countless cafes, restaurants, museums, art galleries, cinemas, pubs, and shops. The main sports complex and other athletic facilities let you take part in a wide range of sports.
More than 120 student clubs and societies operate within the university, bringing together enthusiasts of virtually every interest. The student union, together with those clubs and societies, regularly organizes events open to all students. Festivals and activities of many kinds are held through the year in Dublin and other popular cities across Ireland.
Dublin City University has a wide alumni network, and its members have achieved outstanding success in a variety of fields. Notable alumni include:
- Rory Carroll
- Mark Little
- John Mulholland
- Kevin O'Sullivan
- Helen O'Rahilly
- Declan Buckley
- Marina Carr
- Finghin Collins
- Dearbhla Walsh
among others.
Dublin City University Location
Dublin, Ireland
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How to Get Into Dublin City University
In your first meeting with a Dream Uni advisor, your academic background, goals, and expectations are analyzed in detail.
By assessing your English level and academic grades, your eligibility for the universities and colleges Dream Uni partners with is determined.
The application process is managed meticulously by our professional team, and your acceptance letter is delivered to you.
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