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International students can apply for Dublin City University admission 2026. Given below are the deadlines for Dublin City University UG and PG courses - 

  • September intake: Closed
  • MSc in Computing (with major options): Closed

Dublin City University Courses & Fees 2026

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Courses1st Year Tuition FeesDuration & Eligibility
M.Sc.(29 courses)
INR 14 L - 29 LGet Fee Details
Duration: 1 year-2 years
Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 92 & Above, PTE: 63 & Above, Duolingo: 120 & Above
MBA/PGDM(13 courses)
INR 14 L - 25 LGet Fee Details
Duration: 1 year
Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 92 & Above, PTE: 63 & Above, Duolingo: 120 & Above
B.Sc.(27 courses)
INR 17 L - 21 LGet Fee Details
Duration: 9 months-4 years
Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 92 & Above, PTE: 63 & Above, Duolingo: 120 & Above
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Q:   Is it hard to get into DCU?
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Dublin City University admissions are moderately competitive for International because of the DCU acceptance rate. Dublin City University acceptance rate is around 52%, which means out of 100 applicants only 52 get offers. Therefore, admissions at the university is slightly difficult. 

Q:   What are the admission requirements for Dublin City University for Indian students?
A: 

International students who want to apply to Dcu should fulfill the basic qualification and submit documents. The documents for Dublin City University are transcripts from school/college/university, LOR, bank proof, passport, national exam copies, ACT/ SAT score, English language requirements, and more.

 

Q:   How much is the tuition fee in Dublin City University?
A: 

The tuition fee is between INR 12L and INR 24L for UG and INR 8L and INR 27L for PG programs. International students can take admission to M Tech, MIM, B Tech, BSc, BA, BBA, and more. Students can check the table below for Dublin City University tuition fee below:

Course

Tuition

MBA/PGDM

INR 17.39 L - 24.24 L

M.A.

INR 15.81 L - 19.04 L

LL.M.

INR 17.6 L

M.Sc.

INR 16.87 L - 27.2 L

MIM

INR 20.55 L

B.A.

INR 16.87 L

B.E. / B.Tech

INR 15.81 L - 18.87 L

B.A.

INR 15.81 L - 18.24 L

B.Ed

INR 15.81 L - 16.87 L

BSN

INR 15.81 L - 24.24 L

Q:   How long is the MSc in Finance course of Dublin City University?
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The students can complete Dublin City University MSc in Finance course in 1 year. The duration of this course is EUR 11,900 (Around INR 13.3 L). Students in this course can also take part in the competitions organized by Rotman, CME Group, and CFA Institute. Also, students of this course can participate in DCU Investment Society. 

Dublin City University
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MSc in Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence

1 year
₹25 L
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MSc in Management (Strategy)

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₹25 L
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MSc in Finance

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₹25 L
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MSc in Computing (with Major Options)

Star Icon3.91 year
₹28 L
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MEng in Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering

Star Icon3.41 year
₹28 L
#7
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BSc in Nursing (General)

4 years
₹25 L
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Minimum 80%

BSc in Physics with Astronomy

4 years
₹17 L
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Minimum 80%

BSc in Biotechnology

4 years
₹19 L
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Minimum 80%

MSc in Management (Operations And Supply Chain)

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₹25 L
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36 Months

MEng in Electronic and Computer Engineering

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₹28 L
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BA in Global Challenges

4 years
₹18 L
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Minimum 80%

MSc in Public Relations and Strategic Communications

1 year
₹19 L
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MA in Data Protection and Privacy: Law and Computing

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₹19 L
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BSc in Chemical and Pharmaceutical Sciences

4 years
₹18 L
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Minimum 80%

Bachelor of Religious Education and English

4 years
₹18 L
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Minimum 80%

BA in Global Business (Spain)

4 years
₹17 L
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Minimum 80%

MSc in Emerging Media

12 months
₹19 L
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MSc in Digital Marketing

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₹25 L
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60 Months

MSc in Bioprocess Engineering

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₹25 L
#6
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MSc in International Accounting and Business

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₹25 L
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M.Sc.

29 CoursesStar Icon3.9(127)1 year - 2 years
₹14 L - 29 L
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MBA/PGDM

13 CoursesStar Icon3.9(57)1 year
₹14 L - 25 L
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B.Sc.

27 Courses9 months - 4 years
₹17 L - 21 L
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MIM

1 Course1 year
₹25 L
#3

B.E. / B.Tech

12 CoursesStar Icon4.4(1)9 months - 4 years
₹17 L - 20 L
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M.A.

19 CoursesStar Icon4.2(1)1 year - 6 years
₹4 L - 20 L
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BBA

15 CoursesStar Icon4.5(2)3 - 4 years
₹17 L - 19 L
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B.A.

14 Courses6 months - 4 years
₹17 L - 19 L
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B.Ed

13 Courses6 months - 4 years
₹17 L - 18 L
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BSN

4 Courses4 years
₹17 L - 25 L
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Others PG

4 CoursesStar Icon3.6(1)12 months - 2 years
₹9 L - 19 L
#7

LL.M.

1 Course1 year
₹18 L
#6

Dublin City University Fee Breakdown 2026

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Q:   What is the cost of living in Dublin?
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The monthly cost of living in Dublin is around EUR 2 L. The monthly breakdown of expenses are-

ParticularsExpenses
Rent (average single room)INR 87k
TransportINR 10k - INR 15,2k
Gas / electricityINR 14k
GroceriesINR 22k
On / off campus meals INR 13k
InternetINR 3.2k
PhoneINR 3k
MedicationINR 2.4k
College materials INR 1k
College booksINR 2.6k
TV LicenseINR 1.4k
Bin chargesINR 2k
Extra curricular activities - gym, clubs, sportsINR 5k
Q:   What are the different fee components for MSc Courses at DCU?
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Dublin City University offers 29 M.Sc Courses for international students for a  period of 2 years to get it finished with. There are many components of fee when Indian students plan to study abroad like the tuition fee, hostel, transport and insurance.

Fee Component

Amount

Tuition

INR 14.19 L – 28. 49 L

Hostel

INR 7.33 L – 12.87 L

Transportation

INR 1.01 L – 1.56 L

Insurance

INR 51.59 K

Others

INR 5.5 K – 1.23 L

Total Fee

INR 23.1 L – 44.66 L

Q:   Is DCU a Tier 1 university?
A: 

Dublin City University in Ireland is generally considered a top notch university and it is also highly ranked. Given below are the ranks for the same - 

  • DCU is generally ranked among the top 400 to 500 unis in the world
  • The top 4 to 5 in Ireland

However, this university does not have the Russell Group and the Ivy League status.

Q:   What are the MSc Course rankings as per THE (Times Higher Education)?
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The Dublin City University offers 29 MSc courses to opt for to Indian students. The Dublin City University has been ranked well worldwide. The MSc courses have not been ranked individually, so for the most of the PG courses, THE (Times Higher Education) ranked the Dublin City University at #176.

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Dublin City University
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3.9/5
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Student Views (Based on Reviews)
  • 57% students never faced discrimination in this university
Vibe of Campus
Academically oriented
Friendly
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Fun loving
Internships3.4
Part time work3.7
Post study jobs3.7
Quality of faculty4.1
Student Life4.3
Value for money3.9
Public transportation4.4
Safety4.1
Indian Food3.7
Permanent Immigration3.8
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MSc in Electronic & Computer Technology - Batch of 2025
3.5
A Life Changing and Transformative Global Journey.
Tips: Moving from India completely changed my life dynamics, bringing a totally new, highly independent and deeply enriching life experience. I was fortunate to receive the DCU Academic Excellence Scholarship, which provided 6,000 Euros deduction from my total tuition fees based on my academic merit. Before joining, students should prepare for a practical, assignment heavy academic structure that heavily values independent research over rote memorization. Despite the adjustments, I am very much satisfied with the university, my course structure and life in Ireland as a whole.
Likes (Public transportation): DCU is well-connected to the rest of the city, with numerous Dublin bus routes running directly outside the campus gates. For students, commuting is highly convenient and very affordable thanks to the Student Leap Card facility. The frequent bus schedules ensure a reliable and safe journey to anywhere at almost any time.
Dislikes (Internships): Although there is some career guidance and CV preparation offered at DCU, it is very difficult to get a placement because there is a lot of competition, and students have to go out on their own to find one. It is for this reason that it is so hard to find an internship.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1300
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
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PhD / MA / MSc /MEd in Education - Institute of Education - Research - Batch of 2029
4.2
You will fall in love with the people here, they are so kind ❤️
Tips: I'm a PhD student supported by a research grant. Hence, it was financially easy, but it isn't enough to save a lot. Just enough to sustain the expensive Dublin. Unlike master's students, PhD students might have very few friends, which might make it a bit difficult initially, but gradually it changes (hoping so).
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1250
Prepping time for classes15 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 25000
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MSc in Bioprocess Engineering - Batch of 2025
4.4
Great environment to meet students from different cultures
Tips: There are not many job placements, but there are job fairs, career guidance, and internships. Based on grades, we get scholarships. They post cultural events, so we meet and get connected with people from different cultures. We also have a student union to raise questions and concerns.
Likes (Student Life): Student life is great at the university. Lots of cultural events and student clubs besides academic life. Students get to showcase their talents. Academics are also great, with good faculty, great resources, and research teams. They also have a platform to post lectures, which is very useful.
Dislikes (Part time work): On-campus part-time jobs are limited, but off campus you have lots of opportunities. It takes time, but we can try with the right documents. Academics and part-time are balanced well, as we have fewer classes and time to finish the assignments if we just stick to the part-time hours allocated by the government.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1500
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
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MSc in Finance - Batch of 2025
4.1
Dynamic Dublin City University
Tips: Yes, there is a good amount of exposure. I MET many other people and got to know more about their culture, and we had a really good time. Also, you get a good scholarship based on your merit. I am fully satisfied with the university, course, and country.
Likes (Public transportation): The campus is well connected through every means of transport and is really affordable. One can travel by bus, which is readily available, and one can also use the D-ART as their transport, as both have really good frequency. And the best part is it drops inside the university.
Dislikes (Internships): Internship opportunities are very few at the moment. They just encourage bachelor's students for the internship. Due to the critical job market environment, it is difficult to find internships, but it still depends on the field, though our field didn't offer much.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1650
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 40475
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MSc in Computing (with Major Options) - Batch of 2025
3.8
Good Academic Environment and Career Opportunities.
Tips: If you're coming over from India, the biggest thing you need to brace yourself for is the massive shift in how they actually teach you. Back home, it's so heavily focused on just cramming for exams, but at DCU, the whole system relies on continuous assessment—you're constantly hit with practical assignments, heavy research tasks, and a ton of independent study where you're left to figure things out on your own. At first, balancing that academic shock while trying to adapt to the freezing, unpredictable Irish weather and the overall cultural shift is definitely a lot to handle. Luckily, the international team at DCU is pretty solid and actually helps you settle in. Getting a scholarship was an absolute lifesaver for me since it took a massive bite out of the heavy international fees. Looking back, I’m genuinely happy I made the move. The course really forces you to step up your game, and it completely changes how you handle things both as an engineer and just as a person trying to survive on their own.
Likes (Value for money): Look, there is no hiding the fact that the tuition fees here are a massive pill to swallow, especially if you're coming in as an international student. But honestly, when you look at the actual quality of the lectures, the campus facilities, and how heavily the curriculum is tailored toward getting you hired, it actually ends up being worth it. Getting my scholarship sorted was an absolute lifesaver because it took a massive chunk off that financial stress, and having a degree from DCU genuinely opens a lot of doors when you're hunting for jobs in Ireland. At the end of the day, even though it costs an arm and a leg up front, I really do feel like you're getting exactly what you paid for.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): Let's be completely real about the job market after graduating from DCU: the opportunities are definitely out there, especially if you're trying to break into the tech hubs at the Silicon Docks, the big finance firms, or the healthcare sector. But if you’re an international student, the competition is extremely cut throat. A lot of Irish employers are incredibly lazy about paperwork and will straight-up tell you they prefer candidates who already have local experience, and only a handful of companies are actually willing to sponsor a Critical Skills visa. While the starting salaries in Dublin are generally pretty solid once you're in, locking down a proper graduate role is a massive test of patience that can take months of endless applications. You basically have to prepare yourself for a waiting game, which is stressful enough on its own, let alone while trying to survive Dublin's insane rental crisis at the same time.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 850
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 48350
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MSc in Finance - Batch of 2025
2.1
A Good University Experience is based on Independent Leaning and Careere effort
Tips: If you're heading to DCU, you need to realize pretty quickly that nobody is going to hold your hand. It’s a fantastic place, but you absolutely have to be self-reliant, incredibly organized, and actually driven to learn on your own. Moving over to Dublin is a massive change. The transition itself is smooth enough, but the academic culture shock is very real. The way lecturers teach here is completely different from back home—it’s way less about memorizing things and much more about independent research, critical thinking, and knowing how to communicate your ideas properly. Then there's the whole lifestyle shift. Navigating the Dublin rental market and learning how to manage a household entirely on your own is a steep learning curve. Plus, you need to be financially prepared—DCU doesn't just hand out scholarships to everyone. You’re almost certainly going to be self-funding your tuition and the pretty high cost of living in Ireland, so you really need to calculate your budget carefully before you land.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1500
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 24000
Reviewed on 9 May 2026Read more
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What is the cheapest university in Ireland?

Answered 5 days ago

In 2026, Dublin Business School and University of Limerick are the most affordable options in Ireland. Their average tuition fee for most bachelor's courses range from €10,000 to €12,000 for international students.  

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What are the popular master courses at Dublin City University?

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Some of popular master courses at Dublin City University include:

  • MSc in Accounting
  • MSc in Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence
  • MSc in Computing (available in Artificial Intelligence, Fintech and Data Analytics)
  • MSc in Specialist Nursing
  • MSc in Public Relations and Strategic Communications
  • MA In

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Does DCU offer guaranteed accommodation for international students?

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As such, details for guaranteed accommodation have not been released by Dublin City University. First-year international students at DCU can live in-

  • College Part Apartments (Glasnevin Campus)
  • Purcell House (All Hallows Campus)
  • O' Donnell House (All Hallows Campus)

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Himanshi Shekhar

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Does Dublin City University have Jan intake?

Answered a month ago

Apart from the September intake, there is a January intake at Dublin City University. But, there is a possibility that Jan intake is for a few programs only. For now Jan 2027 intake is applicable for the following courses - 

  • MSc in Finance
  • MSc in Management (Strategy)
  • MSc in Business Analytics and AI
  • ME

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Rupali Singh

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Which DCU courses are most popular?

Answered a month ago

Among Indian students Dublin City University popular courses are MSc in Computing, MSc in Business Analytics, and MSc in Finance. In the QS subject 2026 rankings, DCU's 8 subjects are ranking in the Top 200 spot globally. 

  • Top 150 - Education, Accounting & Finance, Linguistics, Modern Languages, etc.

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