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National College of Ireland Rankings 2026

Map Pin IconDublin, Ireland
Star Icon3.9 /5
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Shiksha popularity ranking
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#973 in World

#15 in Ireland

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  • Estd. 1951
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National College of Ireland Ranking Highlights 2026

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Q:   Is National College of Ireland a good university?
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The National College of Ireland is considered a good and career-focused institution. It is generally known for its strong industry connections, 5-star QS rating for employability and Dublin city as a central location. 

As per Shiksha Popularity rankings in 2026, at the country level, NCI is ranked #15. And for QS, it ranks at #701 in all of Europe.

Q:   Is the National College of Ireland ranked in 2026?
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Yes, the National College of Ireland also known as NCI, is ranked in the year 2026.

The QS rankings 2026 for the National College of Ireland are available for Indian students. According to them, this college is ranked #701 in Europe. 

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University Ranking

#15

Country level
Shiksha Popularity Rank
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World rank by different ranking providers

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#973

QS Ranking

#701
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National College of Ireland QS Ranking 2026

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National College of Ireland Comparison with Other Universities: QS Rankings

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National College of Ireland QS Rankings Criteria 2026

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Students Ratings & Reviews

3.9/5
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Student Views (Based on Reviews)
  • 74% students never faced discrimination in this university
Vibe of Campus
Academically oriented
Friendly
Easy going
Multi-dimensional
Internships3.2
Part time work3.7
Post study jobs3.5
Quality of faculty4
Student Life4.1
Value for money4
Public transportation4.4
Safety4
Indian Food3.9
Permanent Immigration3.9
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MSc in Cloud Computing - Batch of 2026
4.9
Life at National college of Ireland.
Tips: We can expect a practical, industry-focused environment and diverse students. I adapted quickly despite a small cultural shift. I received a merit scholarship with tuition support. I'm very much satisfied with course, college as well as the life in Ireland.
Likes (Indian Food): There are many Indian restaurants nearby the campus. All those are budget friendly with great food and good ambiance. I would mostly prefer to cook myself because it save money and as I'm a chef it will be easy for me to cook myself. I can get all the groceries in less than 100euros per month.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 850
Prepping time for classes24 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 35075
Reviewed on 10 May 2026Read more
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Mohan Morla Verified Icon
MSc in Cloud Computing - Batch of 2026
3.1
Good for Masters in IT Courses because you will complete masters in one year.
Tips: You won't feel major cultural shift once you came here because students will share accommodation with indians and in part-time jobs as well there will be one or two indians doing part-time job there. Scholarships will completely depends on the college if they like student profile they will offer scholarships, there are some government bodies in india those will also offer scholarships or less interest on the education loan, coming to my college experience it is good all lectures are welcoming and ready to help and my course is bit tough because we have pen and paper exams only for my course rest all courses have assignments and projects. If you have good skills and experience students can get good opportunities and weather is not that good here.
Likes (Indian Food): In Ireland, you've got maybe five or six main types of Indian spots that cover the usual veg and non-veg stuff. To be honest it’s a bit of a hit or miss situation as you might find one place with a great curry but their other dishes are just okay. No single spot really nails the whole menu. Thankfully there’s actually plenty of Indian grocery stores around here these days, so you can pretty much find all the right spices and stuff to just cook everything yourself at home anyway.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): Job searching is hard here after a master's. If a candidate has 5-plus years of experience, then chances of getting a job are somewhat good; otherwise, it's tough to get a job. If a candidate doesn't have any prior experience, it's better not to choose Ireland. Most of the companies are not ready to sponsor. If a candidate got a good package, they can do self-sponsorship only if the company is willing to give a proof-of-work letter.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1025
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 30000
Reviewed on 10 May 2026Read more
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MSc in Cloud Computing - Batch of 2026
3.7
Gateway to come and stay in ireland
Tips: There will be little nervousness after coming here. Later it will be as usual, like in India, after a few months; for me, I felt nothing bad till now. There will be some default scholarships for every student based on the marks in earlier courses. It's not the best I can say, but overall it's okay to study here and stay in Ireland.
Likes (Public transportation): Public transportation is the best in Dublin City. There are many transportation options to reach anywhere in Ireland from Dublin. There are trains, buses, Luas cycles, etc. Public transportation can be many ways, covering many areas in Dublin's city center to multiple parts.
Dislikes (Internships): Internships are less in number and have a huge competition. It's very better to apply before start of going college as it's takes almost 8-10 months of application process, so when already graduated, they no longer consider for internships. Student must be in college while joining internships.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 900
Prepping time for classes29 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 33000
Reviewed on 6 May 2026Read more
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MSc in Artificial Intelligence - Batch of 2026
4.3
Great place to learn and network.
Tips: Students can know everything from the college website. If students are looking for budget education, then this college is the right place. If they have money, they can prefer universities otherwise, this college is a great place.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): Now it is tough to get placed easily. If you have the right skills, you need to try and work hard for the job in semester 1. In 1G, you need to get placed in a good company and try to get the critical skills visa. Then you can apply for stamp 4.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 10000
Prepping time for classes24 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 70000
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026Read more
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MSc in Cloud Computing - Batch of 2025
4.3
Diverse environment and good learning experience.
Tips: Students should be prepared for independent learning and active participation. Dublin can be expensive, so plan finance well. The environment is diverse and welcoming and adapting to a new culture and academic style may take time. Overall a positive experience.
Dislikes (Internships): Because while there is support from the college, a lot of the responsibility falls on the students to find opportunities themselves. The career services team shares openings and conducts workshops on CV writing and interviews. Some internships are relevant to the course especially in business, computing and data related fields, but securing one depends heavily on individual effort and networking.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1000
Prepping time for classes24 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 60000
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026Read more
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MSc in Cloud Computing - Batch of 2026
4.7
A Supportive, Diverse, and Career-Focused Learning Experience.
Tips: Look, if you’re actually thinking of coming over, just know it’s a really welcoming spot—especially if you're moving from abroad like I did. My first few weeks were honestly way smoother than I'd expected. There was definitely a bit of a culture shock at first, mostly just getting used to how much they expect you to do on your own and even just the way people talk, but it wasn't nearly as scary as I’d feared. The staff are so helpful and everyone is really chill, so I ended up settling in way faster than I thought I would. I checked out the scholarship stuff when I was applying and the uni is actually pretty open about how it all works. Obviously, not everyone gets one, but as long as you keep an eye on the dates, it’s easy enough to figure out. I'm just really glad I made the move. The course feels like it’ll actually be useful for a real job, and Ireland itself is great—it feels safe and the vibe is just super inclusive. If you're ready to just dive in, you’ll have a blast.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 850
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 40000
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What is the recommended last date for Indian students to apply for the September intake at NCI?

Answered 6 days ago

Indian students who will need an entry visa for Ireland should apply early for the September intake. The recommended last date for the September intake at NCI is Jul 1, 2026. 

The processing of an Irish student visa can take a few weeks so to stick with this timeline is absolutely necessary. 

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Lalit Shukla

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Can I change my course at the National College of Ireland after admission?

Answered a week ago

Yes, Indian students are allowed to change their programme at NCI. To do that, students need to submit a change of course request to International Support with the below information:

  • Student ID number
  • Date they applied to National College Ireland
  • Course they selected on the original application and the

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Akash Gaur

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What is the global ranking of the National College of Ireland (NCI)?

Answered a week ago

NCI Ireland ranks #182 in Northern Europe and #701-900 in Europe overall, as part of the QS Ranking 2026. The same platform also gives it 4 stars for teaching, 2 stars for research, and 5 stars overall.

The college is a good choice for Indian students looking for industry-aligned IT and Business pro

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Akash Gaur

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Do popular NCI courses like MSc Data Analytics, Computing, or Business Analytics close earlier than others?

Answered 6 days ago

Yes, the popular courses like MSc Data Analytics, Business Analytics or Computing at the National College of Ireland are in high demand and they fill up earlier than the others. 

Data and Computing fields are the most sought-after at NCI and to maintain the teaching quality, it has capped the number

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Piyush Rastogi

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Where does NCI stand among colleges and universities in Ireland?

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NIC ranks among the top 15 to 20 colleges and universities in the country. It is particularly well ranked for its business, computing, and psychology programs. The institute holds 5 out of 5 stars as part of the QS Stars Rating. 

It received 5 stars for internationalisation, inclusiveness, programme

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