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University College Dublin (UCD)

🏆 #173 in the world (QS)🎓 The largest university in Ireland🍀 Dublin
DublinLocation
1854Founded
large universityStudents
to be confirmedTuition from
QS: 173World ranking
EnglishLanguage of instruction
Residence hallAccommodation
Business · Law · Economics · International RelationsPopular fields

About the university

University College Dublin (UCD) is the largest university in Ireland, founded in 1854 and among the world's top 200. UCD is strong in business, law, economics and international relations, with one of Europe's leading business schools (Smurfit) and a large international community.

A spacious Dublin campus, world-class research and industry links make UCD one of the best choices in Ireland.

University College Dublin (UCD) in rankings

UCD - the largest university in Ireland:

  • #173 in the world - QS World University Rankings
  • The largest university in Ireland
  • The Smurfit Business School with accreditations

Campus and infrastructure

UCD's spacious Dublin campus has libraries, research centers, sports facilities and residences.

1854year founded
QS 173world ranking
Dublinlocation

Faculties and programs

UCD is strong in:

  • Business (Smurfit)
  • Law
  • Economics
  • International Relations
  • Engineering

Not sure which field to choose?

We'll match a program to your goals and help you apply - in a free consultation.

How to apply

Admission is based on your diploma and IELTS/TOEFL. Master's admission is based on your bachelor's degree.

Documents for admission

  • Passport
  • School certificate and transcript
  • IELTS/TOEFL certificate
  • Motivation letter

Exact requirements depend on the program - we'll help you prepare.

Tuition and living costs

Tuition applies; we'll confirm the exact amounts and scholarships during a consultation.

Prices are approximate (converted from rubles at ≈80 ₽/$). We'll confirm the full pre-discount cost and current amounts for the relevant academic year from official sources during your consultation.

Accommodation and student life

UCD offers residences on its spacious Dublin campus.

Student reviews

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Leyla MammadovaLaw · Azerbaijan
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«StudyU guided me from the very first message to enrolment, with no hand-offs. At University College Dublin (UCD) I feel like I am in the right place.»

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Dilnoza KarimovaEconomics · Uzbekistan
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«What I value most is the practical focus of the program and the university's ties with employers. The city of dublin is a great city for student life.»

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Aliya NurlanovaInternational Relations · Kazakhstan

FAQ

It's the largest university in Ireland, with the strong Smurfit business school.

#173 in the world by QS.

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