National College of Ireland

MSc in Data Analytics graduates get easy access to in-demand roles like Data Analyst, Data Scientist, Business Intelligence Analyst, and Data Engineer at companies like Google, Meta, LinkedIn, Microsoft, Amazon, and Apple.

NCI can be a great option for an MSc in Data Analytics as an Indian student for the following reasons:

• 86% graduate employability
• Partnerships with global tech giants like Google, IBM, and Amazon
• Low tuition fee (EUR 17,000 or INR 18.5 Lakhs)
• Scholarships worth up to EUR 5,000 (INR 5.45 Lakhs)

Yes, Indian students have to submit the proof of English language proficiency but not necessarily only IELTS. Indian students need an overall IELTS score of 6.0 with no sub-skills lower than 5.5. 

For PG courses, the IELTS score requirement is 6.5. Other than IELTS, the tests given below may also be taken - 

• Duolingo English Test
• TOEFL iBT
• PTE Academic

Before going for the NCI admissions, Indian students should make sure that they have a min of 55% to 70% in previous academics, an IELTS score of 6.0+ to prove English proficiency and a valid passport. 

Indian students can apply with a small application fee of EUR 25 (paid online via the portal).

Look at the NCI admission process -

• Choose a programme of your choice
• Create an account on the official portal 
• Upload relevant documents 
• Accept the offer if selected

The choice of which is better out of NCI Ireland and Griffith College Cork depends on academic goals. NCI Dublin is better for students interested in Computing, Data Analytics, and Business programs due to its IFSC location and strong graduate employment outcomes.

Griffith College Cork is ideal for students interested in Accounting, Pharmaceutical Management, Law, Media and Design. 

National College of Ireland acceptance rate is 50%. This shows that NCI is moderately selective for admissions and international students may find it comparatively tougher to get into.

Our expert Shiksha Study Abroad counsellors have helped several Indian students secure a seat in their favorite programme at NCI Ireland and other top colleges/universities in the UK,  FREE of cost.

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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 of seats. 

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 reason for choosing the same
• Course they wish to transfer to and reason for transferring
• Confirm registration with immigration
• Completed transfer request form

Students may be transferred to the programme based on availablity of seats and meeting the entry requirements of the new course.

NCI Ireland does not maintain a single, on-campus sports complex. Instead, it offers a well-rounded fitness programme at facilities across Dublin city.

Registered students and members of clubs and societies have easy access to the below facilities:

• Iconic Health Club with Free weights area, group fitness and spinning classes, massage sports therapy centre, steam room, and sauna
• Clontarf Sports Pitches for Football and Rugby
• Gloucester Street Sports centre
• Sportsco Leisure Centre
• Markievicz Lesiure Centre

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 programs for affordable costs in Europe.