Dublin City University

🏆 Top 410 globally (QS 2026) — climbing 30 places in one year with strong momentum

📈 Top 4 university in Ireland (THE World University Rankings 2025)

💼 1st in Ireland for graduate employment (QS Graduate Employability Rankings)

🎓 80%+ of programmes include work-based learning, internships, or industry placements

🌍 22% international students from 128+ countries; 17,000+ student campus in North Dublin.

🚀 Achieved 351-400 band in THE 2025 from 401-500 range in 2024 — highest ranking ever

The median fee for an undergraduate degree or diploma at Dublin City University is approximately EUR 17,000. The median fee for a postgraduate degree or diploma at Dublin City University is approximately EUR 17,200.

We have not identified any scholarships or discounts available at Dublin City University for international students. However, we are constantly updating this data from our university partners, so please check back for updates.

Dublin City University is accredited by the Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI), and Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).

The employment rate at Dublin City University is 96% within 6 to 12 months after graduation.

We do not have any courses from Dublin City University that have mandatory internships or placements in their curriculum. However, you may still be able to get your own internship or job during term breaks.

Dublin City University offers international students a comprehensive range of support services including:

• Irish student visa guidance and immigration advice through DCU's International Student Experience office

• DCU international scholarships and merit awards available for eligible undergraduate and postgraduate applicants

• Academic skills development, language support, and tutoring through the DCU Writing Centre and Learning Support

• On-campus student accommodation at DCU Village with international student community events

• Career development, graduate employment guidance, and employer networking through DCU Careers Service

Some of the rankings of Dublin City University include:

#410 in the world (QS World University Rankings 2026)

#301-350 in the world (Times Higher Education, World University Rankings 2026)

Post-study work permit options at Dublin City University in Ireland depend on your qualification level: Level 7 (Ordinary Bachelor's) and below graduates cannot work after graduation. Honours Bachelor's (Level 8) graduates can stay get a stay back permit visa for 12 months. Masters (Level 9) graduates can get a stay back permit visa for 12 months.

Note: Only applies to certain universities, RCSI and degree programs accredited by QQI

International students at Dublin City University can work up to 20 hours per week during term time and can work up to 40 hours per week during breaks (June, July, August and September and from December 15 to January 15, inclusive) in Ireland. No separate work permit is required. International students must be studying full-time in a program of at least one year and cannot work if studying a foundation programme.