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University College Dublin Rankings 2026

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#127 in World

#2 in Ireland

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  • Estd. 1854
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University College Dublin Ranking

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World rank by different ranking providers

Shiksha

#127

QS Ranking

#118

THE Ranking

#201

US News Ranking

#245

ARWU Ranking

#301
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Q:   What is the ranking of University College Dublin globally?
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University College Dublin is among the top universities in Ireland. UCD is ranked by top ranking authorities all over the world. UCD rankings attracts international students the most. The university is ranked by major ranking agencies that are as follows:

Ranking Bodies

Rank

U.S. News Best Global Universities 2025

#253

QS World University Rankings 2025

#55

THE World University Rankings 2025

#58

Shanghai Rankings 2024

#301

Financial Times 2024

#91

Q:   What is the ranking of University College Dublin in comparison to the Dublin City University?
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University College Dublin and Dublin City University both are some of the most esteemed universities in Ireland. The University College Dublin is ranked #125 under “QS World University Rankings 2025”. Dublin City University ranks at #421 under the “QS World University Rankings 2025”. Check the table listed below for University College Dublin and Dublin City University rankings by QS over 5 years:

Year

University College Dublin

Dublin City University

2025

126

421

2024

171

436

2023

181

471

2022

173

490

2021

171

439

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Dublin City University US News & World Report Rankings 2025

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Q:   Where does the University College Dublin rank globally?
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As per U.S. News & World Report, the University College Dublin ranks at #253 under the category of Best Global Universities 2025. In 2024, UCD was ranked at the same position that is #253 under the same criteria. The ranking body check various factors while evaluating the ranking such as Global Research Reputation, Global Score, Books, Conferences, Total Citations, and more. Check the table listed below for UCD rankings by U.S. News & World Report:

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2025

US News & World Report

236

253

253

Q:   Does University College Dublin rank better than the Dublin City University?
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The University College Dublin and Dublin City University are some of the best universities in Ireland. According to U.S. News & World Report 2025, UCD ranks at #253 and DCU ranks at #816 under the Best Global Universities. Check the ranking comparison listed below between UCD and DCU:

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2024

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University College Dublin

253

253

236

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816

861

917

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FT (Financial Times) Ranking 2025

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MBA
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949173
Master in Finance
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Master in Management
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172833
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University College Dublin QS Rankings 2025

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Europe7151– / –
World University
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171126118
Accounting and Finance
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101101– / –
Architecture and Built Environment101151– / –
Biological Sciences201201– / –
Communication and Media Studies101101– / –
Engineering and Technology
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Global MBA
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111121141
Law and Legal Studies92101– / –
Masters in Business Analytics354451
Masters in Supply Chain Management121419
Mathematics251251– / –
Mechanical Aeronautical and Manufacturing Engineering151201– / –
Medicine167172– / –
Nursing5144– / –
Performing Arts5151– / –
Pharmacy and Pharmacology151201– / –
Physics and Astronomy251251– / –
Politics51101– / –
Sociology101101– / –

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University College Dublin QS 2025: Ranking Criteria

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Q:   What is the QS ranking of University College Dublin?
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The University College Dublin offers a wide range of academic programs at undergraduate and postgraduate levels for its students. When it comes to UCD rankings, it is one of the highest ranked universities all over the world. The University College Dublin is ranked at #126 under QS World University Rankings 2025. Also, as compared to last year's ranking, UCD has improved #46 positions. The University is constantly ranked among top 200 universities in the world.

Q:   Which university ranks better in the QS rankings between the University College Dublin and Trinity College Dublin?
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According to QS rankings, Trinity College Dublin ranks better than University College Dublin. UCD is ranked #126 under the “World University Rankings 2025”. Both the universities have their own merits and demerits. Trinity College Dublin is constantly ranked among top 100 universities in the world. Whereas, University College Dublin comes under top 200 universities in the world. Check the ranking table listed below:

University Name

QS World University Ranking 2023

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University College Dublin

#181

#171

#126

Trinity College Dublin

#98

#81

#87

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University College Dublin THE (Times Higher Education) Ranking 2025

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Arts and Humanities176176– / –
Clinical and Health176176– / –
Engineering
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Law101126– / –
Life Sciences201201– / –
PG Business and Economics
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PG Computer Science
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Psychology201176– / –

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Q:   What is the Times Higher Education rankings of University College Dublin?
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The University College Dublin is among the top universities for higher education in Ireland. According to THE, University College Dublin is constantly ranked at #201-250 from past 3 years. Moreover, Maynooth University is ranked at #501 in 2025 and #401 in 2024, showing a downshift of 100 positions. Check the ranking comparison between University College Dublin and Maynooth University by Times Higher Education:

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University College Dublin

#201

#201

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Q:   What are the criteria used by Times Higher Education for ranking the universities in the world?
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Times Higher Education is among the top ranking publishers all over the world. They consider a large variety of factors when issuing rankings to top universities. Some essential parameters include teaching, research environment, quality industry, international outlook, and more. According to THE, University College Dublin is ranked between #201-250 under the category of “World University Rankings 2025”and is ranked between #126-150 under “Business and Economics 2024”.

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Physics151151201
Political Sciences101151151
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Students Ratings & Reviews

4.1/5
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Student Views (Based on Reviews)
  • 61% students never faced discrimination in this university
Vibe of Campus
Academically oriented
Friendly
Multi-dimensional
Fun loving
Internships3.7
Part time work4
Post study jobs4.1
Quality of faculty4.4
Student Life4.4
Value for money4
Public transportation4.4
Safety4.4
Indian Food4.1
Permanent Immigration4.1
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MSc Information Systems - Batch of 2026
4.7
One of the best research oriented universities in EU.
Tips: Students should be aware of the content of the course and the job opportunities in the EU post studying the course. The fee is high compared to the colleges in Ireland, but scholarships like the Global Excellence Scholarship and institutional fee waiver are available for international students from India.
Likes (Value for money): The course is of the best quality and aligns with the career path post study. The university offers many facilities including such as a free gym and accommodation support. The campus is very large and it is situated in a place with 24hrs bus connectivity to Dublin city.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): The job roles in Ireland are in decline. UCD doesn't provide placement drives, but it holds a career fair for graduate roles where mostly EU residents are selected and not so good for students with prior experience. Even though the course offers career oriented learning, the lack of direct placement is often a drawback.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 800
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 35000
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025Read more
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MSc Finance - Batch of 2026
3.8
Good environment and good experience.
Tips: Communication plays a vital role here. The ability to adapt to the weather and food blending with the people from different backgrounds. There is no scholarship for my course. I'm satisfied with the syllabus but felt the teaching is fast as it is a one year course.
Likes (Student Life): International exposure and campus life are good. There are so many clubs in the college that conduct events regularly which allow students to get exposure and learn from peers. Mostly my time would be spent in classes and projects and the frequency of attending club events is rare for me since I'm occupied with academic work.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): Many companies across different sectors offer employment sponsorship. Referral works here to enter the industry. Not sure for the freshers. People with a minimum of two years of relatively experience can break into graduation roles before graduation. Getting an internship is also great for breaking into the sector.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1000
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 30125
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MSc Finance - Batch of 2025
3
It was an average experience.
Tips: There are some cultural differences. I was basically not very satisfied with the country and everything. I think going abroad to study is quite a boring job and I will move back to my country and live with my family, that's the best feeling for me. I will stay here for 2 years and then start applying in India and move back. I want my mental status to be much better. For me, money doesn't matter; mental status matters and with my family, I will get that rest I know with my experience combined, I can easily earn 1 Lacs in India per month and I am very happy with that.
Likes (Public transportation): Public transport, unless you're a student, it's good with comfortable seating but when your student card is gone, it's a bit expensive. But the seating is very good. The problem is that the bus is not full 24 hours. If you're doing night shift, then it's very hard to commute.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): I have finished my course and am still applying for a job and I don't think I will get a sponsorship. It's very hard to find a sponsorship job unless you have 3-4 years of experience. I would say now it is very hard to even find a part-time job.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 850
Prepping time for classes21 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 32250
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025Read more
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MSc in Marketing and Retail Innovation - Batch of 2025
3.9
I liked my course a lot and I would recommend it to people looking to pursue marketing.
Tips: No scholarships for me in UCD but I got scholarships in UCC, University of Galway and Maynooth. It takes time to get a full time job, you need to have patience and perseverance to get 1 and it’s better to come with some corporate experience minimum of 2 years, to be able to get a job.
Likes (Part time work): There are loads of part time opportunities, you just need to keep trying by making different CV’s. It is not very difficult to manage as you don’t have college every day as a master's student and you are just allowed to work 20 hours weekly. The average payout is about 13.5 euros per hour.
Dislikes (Internships): There’s guidance available everywhere but you have to work very hard to get an internship. It’s not a piece of cake. If you get an internship then it is obviously related to the field of study or something you are interested in otherwise why would you apply for it.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1400
Prepping time for classes15 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
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MSc in Project Management - Batch of 2026
3.7
A vibrant learning experience at UCD.
Tips: The transition was smooth, people in Ireland are friendly, well, some are. The main and most important thing here is the weather, which is not suitable at all, it rains anytime, it's sunny sometimes, and it gets really cold at times. I didn't get any scholarship, but people do get it. It depends on their background and experience, and the course they are pursuing as well. To be honest, the Belfield campus is the best.
Likes (Public transportation): There are 3 modes of transport D-ART bus, and Luas. Every part is connected, but there is a lot of walking everywhere, and the buses are quite delayed as well sometimes. The transport is convenient and affordable if you have a Leap Card with you, it's 1 euro for 90 minutes for any travel.
Dislikes (Indian Food): There are all the types of restaurants nearby, I stay in Dublin 1 in a student accommodation, there's Thai, Asian, Italian and mainly local bars where you can get a good pizza and a pint. 100 percent it's cooking your own food as it gets really expensive eating out, on average it's 20 euros per person to go and eat something outside.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1500
Prepping time for classes15 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 40000
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MSc in Marketing and Retail Innovation - Batch of 2025
4.8
UCD is a great college for Masters and UnderGrad programs. One of the top Universities in Ireland.
Tips: The university is very welcoming. It was super easy to settle in. Professors are warm and welcoming and encourage participation which breaks the ice at the get go. They have great societies, which let you make friends with similar interests easily. A lot of international students come in each year, so that helps a lot with mingling and finding people.
Likes (Permanent Immigration): Though the economy and job market are tough at the moment - like it is globally, the same is the case in Ireland also. That being said, the country and its facilities and the people are super warm and make a great place to settle down. And it's the European country that is the easiest to get a PR in.
Dislikes (Value for money): More exposure to real life case studies would have been even better, however great experience and definitely worth the money. And we expected more career fairs aimed only at postgraduate, but that wasn't there. But we were provided career support throughout the year.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1300
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 50000
Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025Read more
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