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National College of IrelandStudent Ratings
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3.9/5
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3.2 Internships- 3.7 Part time work
- 3.6 Post study jobs
- 4 Quality of faculty
- 4.1 Student Life
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Study in Ireland
Quality of Education
Ireland is home to a world-class education at affordable costs.- Ireland is home to top universities which offer robust variety of courses.
English is Widely Used- Popular universities and colleges in Ireland use English for communication.
- English is widely spoken in the country making Indians feel at home.
Friendly and Safe- Ireland is one of the friendliest countries in Europe.
- Ireland is a very safe, friendly, and welcoming country.
High Return on Investments- Post Graduate students can apply up to 24 months of post study work permit.
- Regularly publishes a list of Critical Skill Employment Data.
Upcoming Business Hub- Ireland has become a haven for corporates because of its low tax policies.
- Ireland provides good career opportunities as it is home to over 1500 MNCs.
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Anonymous
MSc in Data Analytics - Batch of 2025
3.3
Part time job is really hard to find.
Tips: Do some research on your own, do not trust any consultancy blindly because they'll surely manipulate by showing old data, so know about the current statistics, and do a lot of networking, which is going to help you a lot after reaching Ireland. The international ratio is also not that good, as more and more indians are moving to Ireland, so if you're applying to this university for the international student ratio, then I'd suggest not to.
Likes (Student Life): Student life is so vibrant and awesome, filled with lots of opportunities to connect with many working professionals and also a lot of activities to keep us engaged. I learned a lot through these activities. Student life is also so much fun with a lot of international students and we get to know about different cultures.
Dislikes (Part time work): Part time job is really hard to find. I thought of repaying my loan and taking care of my monthly expenses using my part time as my consultancies suggested, but in reality, it's totally different. So don't trust any consultancies, they are just manipulating you with old data, do some research on current statistics.
Reviewed on 28 Sep 2025Read more
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Devendrakumar Rajput
MSc in Data Analytics - Batch of 2025
5
Fun and vibrant campus life.
Tips: There's a cultural shift, so students need to be adaptable. The college offers scholarships. I am very satisfied with the knowledge and career growth opportunities. Experience is beneficial; freshers may struggle to find good jobs. Students should be open to new challenges and build connections.
Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025Read more
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Lalitha Ginjupalli
MSc in Management - Batch of 2026
3.3
A practical and supportive learning experience in a global city.
Tips: Students should know that NCI has a strong academic structure with industry-aligned courses, but self-discipline is crucial. Accommodation near the campus can be expensive, so plan early. Also, engage actively in class and network for better opportunities.
The transition was smooth academically, but there was definitely a cultural shift—people are more informal, independent, and value punctuality. Group work expectations and communication styles were different, but I adapted over time by being open and observant.
I availed of an academic merit scholarship offered by NCI. I received it based on my undergraduate grades and Statement of Purpose during admission. The allowance was a tuition fee reduction of €2,000, which helped significantly with expenses.
I am quite satisfied with my experience at NCI—the course is practical and relevant to industry needs, and the faculty is supportive. Ireland is safe, multicultural, and offers great post-study work opportunities, making it a worthwhile academic destination.
Dislikes (Safety): I rated 3 on Safety because while the campus itself is secure with access-controlled entries and CCTV surveillance, the surrounding areas of the city can sometimes feel unsafe during late hours, particularly in less crowded zones, which affects the overall sense of security.
Apart from campus security, NCI offers student support services including mental health assistance, emergency contact protocols, and safety briefings. The college also collaborates with local authorities to ensure a safe commute and provides safe travel advice.
A good experience I had was attending the vibrant cultural festivals around Dublin—people are welcoming and it’s easy to socialize. However, I once faced a minor theft incident in the city center, which made me more cautious about carrying valuables.
Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025Read more
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Anonymous
MSc in Finance - Batch of 2026
3
Securing internships here is challenging due to limited opportunities.
Tips: NCI offers scholarships based on your background. It was a great experience living with people from different nationalities and learning about their cultures, languages and way of life. Overall, the experience was good, but not as amazing as I expected.
Likes (Safety): The campus and city are generally safe, especially since the college is situated in a prime, central location. CCTV cameras are installed throughout, and the friendly security guards are always available to assist.
Dislikes (Internships): We have a careers team that provides guidance with CVs, LinkedIn profiles, and mock interviews. We will be assigned career coaches to assist and provide personalised support, but securing internships here is challenging, regardless of background and experience. Obtaining a graduate role is also very difficult.
Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025Read more
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Ishita Kundu
MSc in Data Analytics - Batch of 2024
2.4
The job market is very competitive; very few sponsored jobs are available.
Tips: I got the scholarship based on my grades. The university is fair, I would say. There are many things to learn, but that needs to be done by ourselves. The college won't help much, but the exam papers are tough, and strict rules are followed. There are many Indian students in the college, so the environment is good, however the part-time job situation is not so good now.
Likes (Public transportation): NCI is in the city centre and is well connected by Luas, Train and Bus. Public transport is affordable. A ride costs only 1 euro for 90 minutes. So college travel costs 2 euros, but it's not always reliable because buses get cancelled frequently. I suggest the Luas or train options instead of the bus.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): Market is very competitive now. There are many students coming every year, but there are only a few jobs available, and they require experience. Supply of data roles is less than demand. Very few sponsored jobs are available. Even with experience, students are struggling.
Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025Read more
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Anonymous
MSc in Data Analytics - Batch of 2025
2.7
Practical learning experiences with room for improvement.
Tips: Before choosing to join NCI, know that it's career-focused, with helpful faculty but limited campus life. I didn't apply for any scholarships, but there are options if you apply early. I'm moderately satisfied with the course, the college, and living in Ireland.
Reviewed on 3 Jul 2025Read more
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Anonymous
MSc in Finance - Batch of 2026
4.2
NCI is very good and well reputed in the Ireland's market. Faculty are highly qualified.
Tips: At first, things were a little different because I was shifting to a different culture. But in Ireland, people are very friendly and supportive. My overall experience at the university is amazing. Multiple groups within the students' union are always there to help in every way they can.
Likes (Quality of faculty): The faculty at my university is well qualified and available whenever you need them. The support is great, and the facilities are easily accessible on teams or on campus. The professors are kind enough to explain anything you don't understand. They will walk you through it again and again, even the simple things.
Dislikes (Internships): I couldn't get an internship for this course, but the NCI support team helped me by sending out my resume to different companies, which is hard to get done these days in Ireland.
Reviewed on 27 Jun 2025Read more
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Anonymous
MSc in Management - Batch of 2024
2.9
The college is affordable and worth the money.
Tips: There will be a scholarship available from the college only while applying and paying fees, which will be automatically deducted. Be aware that there will be a cultural difference in terms of food, work, and life balance, and you will need to adjust. I am only barely satisfied with the college.
Likes (Safety): Safety is the most important thing here while studying and also while working. Here, people are more concerned about safety in every industry, and safety comes first in everything. Even in food, they mention allergy things in all health information. In the city, some homeless people are the biggest threat, and there are no rules for teenagers, who can also be a threat.
Dislikes (Indian Food): There will be no Indian food available, and if there is, it is way too expensive. Some Indian stores are practically robbing customers, and Indian restaurants are at the top of this list. They don't taste good at all, and one dinner at an Indian restaurant is about as expensive as all my groceries for a whole month.
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2025Read more
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Anonymous
MSc in Data Analytics - Batch of 2024
3.5
Networking is most important; reach out to as many people as you can.
Tips: Keep an eye on job boards that the college will be sharing, and keep applying for them regardless of the outcome. There is no concept of placements. Be ready to work any kind of part-time job to earn your bread and butter. Never get in an argument with teenagers. Never lose hope, never forget the purpose of your being here.
Likes (Public transportation): Public transportation is available at any time, day or night. You can choose from many different ways of getting around. Luas is available right in front of the college. Within 200 meters, there are both Connolly Station and Dockland Station, where you can catch a train. Busaras, the main bus station, is right across from Connolly, and the TFI Local bus stops are all within 500 meters. The fact that the school is located in the heart of the city really makes a difference.
Dislikes (Part time work): There are no on-campus part-time jobs available, even if they are, they're only available for the January intake, and only a few can succeed. Keep an eye out always on Indeed for part-time jobs. Networking is most important; reach out to as many people as you can. It's hard at the beginning, but you'll get used to it. It takes at least three months to land a part-time job, so be financially prepared to support yourself for at least three months.
Reviewed on 13 Jun 2025Read more
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Anonymous
MSc in Fintech - Batch of 2025
4.9
Opportunity comes once; when it comes your way, dont question—just grab it and sort the rest later.
Tips: Think before you act because you are going to experience new things. Everything will be different, and you have to be ready prior to coming here. I did get the scholarship; it was for my tuition fees, and I got it on my Bachelor's CGPA. Regarding the course and the university, I'm satisfied, and the country is good, except it feels a bit depressing, though.
Likes (Quality of faculty): The faculty are very friendly, and they are open to all kinds of discussion related to growth in terms of knowledge. When it comes to teaching, they follow the pattern that practical knowledge is more important than learning the theory all the time. The faculty members are very well diversified.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): My initial thought was to settle in this country, given my relationship back at home. But after spending some time here in Ireland, I understood that if I were to live my life only for myself without any feeling, then only I could live here because I can't find that bond here. So I would suggest that if you come here, you should finish your master's, get a job, gain experience, and then leave the country.
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2025Read more
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Anonymous
MSc in Data Analytics - Batch of 2026
3.4
NCI is a good college with lot of Indians.
Tips: I got a scholarship of 5,000 euros, based on my grades and my IELTS/Duolingo scores. They reduce the scholarship amount from the tuition fee. I'm not sure about other schools, but NCI is good at teaching and helping students in their careers. Faculty members help us in every way in teaching and resolving our doubts. They bring us real-world experience into the classroom, which makes learning more engaging. They are approachable, always willing to support students academically and are ready to help. However, everything here is expensive, from groceries to clothes and everything in between. So we have to plan everything before we buy, whether it will be useful or not. If we buy something and it goes to waste, there's no point. Our money is just going to waste. Eating out is also a lot of expense.
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2025Read more
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Anonymous
MSc in Data Analytics - Batch of 2025
4
Have at least a minimum of three years of experience before joining.
Tips: If you're doing a Master's, at least you should have 3 years of experience, and you should be financially sound. On top of that, you need coding and database knowledge. If you're not financially strong, you should be ready to take on part time work. Here, student life is good because you will get enough time to do your part-time work along with your studies, so you will be able to survive even though the country is expensive. In addition, the assessments that they provide you with will help you learn a lot, and you will be able to apply what you have learned at work.
Dislikes (Value for money): Education here is affordable compared to other countries, and the quality is good. Plus, you get enough time to complete your assessments and prepare for your exams. During your time here, you can also develop other skills in addition to studying.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2025Read more
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Preeti Sharma
MSc in Data Analytics - Batch of 2026
4
Assignments are very interesting and creative.
Tips: Every new person feels a cultural shift when they studies abroad. But here at the National College of Ireland, learning is a huge part of the experience, and everyone is super friendly. As for scholarships, I didn't get any outside ones, only the one the school provides. Aside from culture shock, I think that the college is fine. I am enjoying it, and I am learning a lot. I really enjoy the practical tasks here, like the assignments, and the professors are all good. Overall, I am quite satisfied with my experiences.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2025Read more
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Subham Bagchi
MSc in Data Analytics - Batch of 2026
5
The college organizes various alumni meets, which helps to gain a perspective on the job market.
Tips: Students should avail the scholarships, and they should research properly about the area they will live so that they can get used to the transportation and local retail stores. Also they should be able to get used to the weather here. People are very friendly here, and everyone is ready to help you. It is not like they will be offended if you ask questions; instead, they will be happy to help and communicate. At NCI, the faculty and the student union are very helpful, and you will always get solutions to your questions. Overall, I am quite satisfied with my experiences.
Likes (Part time work): I spend my time attending lectures, and in my free time I play table tennis in the games room. The college also organizes various alumni meets, which helps to gain a perspective on the job market as well. I regularly participate in these types of events.
Dislikes (Value for money): The faculty teaches every topic properly with live examples and real-life scenarios, along with presentations and practical work. The projects are properly explained and doubts are easily cleared in the lab class as well as the student support group.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2025Read more
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Anonymous
MSc in Data Analytics - Batch of 2026
4.3
Easy going and academic oriented.
Tips: Just do certification courses related to your domain; the more, the merrier it will be. If you’re a fresher, I would suggest you gain some experience back in your country, then come here. It will help you understand the industry and stabilize yourself. There are very few options available from India. The available options are very costly, which a student can't afford. There are a lot of European food items, but not as much Indian food is available here. And for a vegetarian it is very hard to survive. Ireland is a very safe country. You will feel safe even walking at night, as there will be many people out. It’s crowded until night. The security and police system is excellent here, and there are fewer junkies. There are just a few places that a student should keep their distance from, like social housing societies.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2025Read more
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Anonymous
MSc in Finance - Batch of 2026
4
Academically oriented and diverse campus.
Tips: You have to get at least 2-3 of year experience in whatever field you want to pursue master's here in Ireland. There's not a lot of cultural difference. It is something to keep in mind that the weather here is very unpredictable, so make sure you grab good layering clothes that can keep you warm most of the time. Overall, I am mostly satisfied with the college and course.
Likes (Student Life): Most of the time I spent taking my classes and the thing which I enjoyed the most was the rich culture of the college. Every day several events are happening around the college related to professional life as well as a few countries' cultural programs as well.
Dislikes (Part time work): In the National College of Ireland, on-campus part-time jobs are not that available. There are off-campus jobs available, but currently, it's hard to get them. However, the situation is improving day by day, and I hope it will be better soon. Currently, the rate per hour is 13.5 euros.
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2025Read more
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Anonymous
MSc in International Business - Batch of 2026
3.2
A welcoming community for growth and learning.
Tips: One of the standout features of NCI is its strong relationship with industry. The institution works closely with major companies to ensure that its curriculum reflects current market needs. This collaboration often includes opportunities for internships, real-world projects, and work placements, which help students apply what they learn directly to professional scenarios. Situated in Dublin's vibrant International Financial Services Centre (IFSC), NCI benefits from a strategic location that offers students easy access to networking opportunities and potential job prospects. The campus itself is equipped with modern facilities, including comprehensive libraries, advanced IT labs, and various study areas designed to support an effective learning experience. Diversity is another cornerstone of NCI. With a student body that includes individuals from various cultural and professional backgrounds, the college creates a dynamic and inclusive atmosphere that enriches classroom discussions and broadens perspectives. The faculty, known for their industry expertise and academic excellence, are dedicated to mentoring students and guiding them towards successful careers. Overall, I am highly satisfied with my course, university and the country.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2025Read more
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Anonymous
MSc in Data Analytics - Batch of 2026
4
Fun loving and multi-dimensional college.
Tips: Before coming to the National College of Ireland, you should have some experience in the field of your interest. If you have prior experience, it's good to come because all master's courses in Ireland are fast-paced, so if you're a fresher, you might face difficulties getting everything done. The college has garda (police) on campus weekly, who give instructions on student life safety. In addition, the city's bus service has CCTV camera installations, so traveling at night is safe. I had a good experience traveling at night because of this.
Dislikes (Indian Food): The National College of Ireland campus is in Dublin, and it has an Indian restaurant, but the prices are very expensive to buy from. Chole bhature here costs nearly 14-15 euros. I would prefer to cook by myself rather than eating outside, as it's quite expensive.
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2025Read more
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Anonymous
MSc in Data Analytics - Batch of 2025
4
Perfect balance of strong academics and a fun student life.
Tips: I’ve completely changed since I moved to Galway, and I'm learning something new every day. We have to be independent and manage our time and money wisely. I was awarded a 2700 euro scholarship based on my statement of purpose, letter of recommendation, and grades. The city is calm and peaceful, and it has beautiful castles and landscaping. The only thing that's a drawback is the weather. It's lovely only in the spring. The university life is awesome and you will always feel welcome and have a ton of events to attend. The university cares about your social and mental wellbeing, you can take part in the society events and feel light during the assignment crunch. Overall, I am highly satisfied with my experiences.
Likes (Public transportation): Public transportation is more convenient than taxis. When you have a student leap card, travel becomes easy. The public transportation service is called TFI, and you can get anywhere you need to go in about 10-15 minutes. The buses are all managed by TFI, and their locations can be tracked by the app. The downside of public transportation is that it's not as personal as riding in a taxi. Taxis are expensive.
Dislikes (Internships): Unlike India, where students get placed into companies in their final sem, here it is different. Students must find job opportunities independent through career fair, hackathons and networking. The job hunt is going to be hard. Although there are some research opportunities in the university for data Science, You can check out Insight Centre for DA.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2025Read more
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Muralidhar Kukkala
MSc in Data Analytics - Batch of 2026
5
A journey of growth, learning, and new experiences.
Tips: Transitioning to college was both exciting and challenging. Initially, I had to adapt to a new academic structure, manage my time effectively, and become more independent. A typical day in college for me starts with attending lectures and lab sessions. Followed by group discussions or study sessions with friends. In between classes, I like to spend time at the library or in common areas. There, I will work on assignments or prepare for upcoming exams. The faculty in my department are very accessible and approachable. They maintain open door policies and are always willing to help students with academic or research-related queries. Many professors also hold regular office hours, respond promptly to emails and actively engage with students. Overall, I'm satisfied with my college and the course modules are also good, and the country is so peaceful.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2025Read more
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