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Choose the Best University in Ireland for Masters Programmes
UCD is one of the world's top universities according to the 2025 QS World University Rankings, and is also ranked in the top 1% of higher education institutions worldwide.
We are also one of the best universities in Ireland for Master's studies. UCD has a thriving international graduate student community. Our students work and learn on two world-class campuses and in numerous research and teaching institutions. You can take a UCD virtual tour and explore the world-class facilities today.
UCD offers Ireland’s most diverse range of learning opportunities for international graduate students. Programmes are led by academic experts and give students unparalleled choice at all levels. Choose from Doctoral Programmes, taught masters and research masters, graduate diploma and certificate programmes, and higher diplomas. You can explore the options below. UCD also offersinternational student scholarships.
If you wish to remain in Ireland and start your career here, you can apply for thetwo-year stayback visaavailable to international graduate students.
What Can I Study?
The best international students from around the world study at UCD because it is one of world's top universities. Explore the wide range of programme options for graduate students below, and embark on an education that will ensure you have future career success.
