Study at UCD
Discover everything you need to apply to University College Dublin - our programmes, international entry requirements and English language criteria, fees and scholarships, visas and immigration guidance, and how we support you from offer to arrival.
What Sets UCD Apart?
At UCD, you’ll learn from academics who are leading the way in innovation, with access to cutting-edge labs, studios, and libraries that support research-led teaching. Ranked #1 in Ireland for Graduate Employability (QS), UCD connects learning to real-world outcomes through career coaching, internships, and employer events. You’ll join a vibrant, diverse community of over 11,500 international students from 152+ countries, with opportunities to get involved in 150+ clubs and societies.
Located in Dublin, Europe’s innovation and transport hub, UCD places you in a safe, vibrant city that’s home to global companies, rich culture, easy access to the great outdoors, festivals, and an airport an hour from the centre with direct connections to cities worldwide.
Stay and Start Your Career
Ireland’s post-study work visa (Stamp 1G) allows you to stay in Ireland and launch a global career after graduation. A wide range of international scholarships are also available, so be sure to check your eligibility and deadlines.
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Why Study at UCD?
Study at University College Dublin (UCD), a world-ranked university in one of Europe’s friendliest capitals. Recognised in the QS World University Rankings 2026 (No. 118) and among the top 1% of universities worldwide, UCD brings together a truly international community: 11,500+ international students from 152
countries, learning with a globally recruited faculty on a modern, green campus.
Global Reach, Local Welcome
With five UCD Global Centres (New York, Beijing, Delhi, Dubai and Kuala Lumpur), you’ll have in-country guidance from first enquiry to graduation, and a network that keeps you connected worldwide. Teaching is research-led and industry-linked, so you can turn ideas into experience through projects, placements and employer events.
Support at Every Step
- International Student Advisers for visas, arrival and settling in
- Careers Network for coaching, internships and employer connections
- Academic skills & language support (writing, maths, study skills)
- Health and wellbeing services, disability and inclusion supports
- Pre-arrival webinars, orientation and peer mentoring
- Accommodation advice and practical guidance on living in Dublin
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