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General Entry Requirements

Please note that Ukrainian applicants who are currently resident in Ireland must complete the EU Fee Assessment in order to determine the correct application pathway. 

If you are assessed as EU, you will need to apply to the CAO.

The entry requirements below pertain only to applicants who are not ordinarily resident in Ireland and so are considered as Non-EU for fee purposes.

These applicants should apply online via the UCD website.

Non-EU (Fee Assessed) Entry Requirements

Award of Certificate of Independent External Examinations
Minimum overall of 133 across 3 distinct subjects

If you're following international curriculum, please see the following links for entry requirements:

Entry via UCD's International Foundation Year is also available for many programmes.

Should you require further information, please contact us.

If you're following an international curriculum, please see the following links for entry requirements:

In some cases, entry via (opens in a new window)UCD's International Foundation Year is also available for many programmes.

If you are unsure, please contact us for further information.

 

This page provides information and guidance on entry requirements for international (non-EU/ non-EEA) students only.

Please be advised that your fee assessment status determines how you should apply.

In all cases, UCD applicants who are granted EU fee status will only be admitted through the Central Applications Office ((opens in a new window)CAO) system and in line with CAO policies and procedures and National University of Ireland ((opens in a new window)NUI) matriculation regulations.

If you are eligible for EU fees please contact UCD Registry-Admissions for further advice (www.ucd.ie/askus).

Students with UK citizenship and who meet the residency requirement will continue to be assessed for EU fees in the normal manner and should apply via the Central Applications Office (CAO). All other prospective applicants with UK citizenship who are assessed for non-EU fees should apply direct to UCD. For more detailed information on the EU fee assessment process and the conditions which require a formal assessment to be submitted to UCD Registry, please refer to the EU Fee Assessment webpage.

Specific subjects and grades required for programme are detailed below.

The equivalences are provided as guidance and are indicative only. In addition, please note that the equivalences shown are the minimum required to be eligible for consideration on a competitive basis.

The information provided below is subject to change and annual review.

‡ Indicates course has alternate entry pathway through Liberal Arts & Sciences (LBS1)

  Code Description 2025 Entry Requirements Maths Other Language
Business   BSS1 Commerce ‡‡ 151 Average in 3 subjects 170 IEE or 10 Attestat  
BSS2 Economics & Finance 200 Average in 3 subjects 190 IEE  
BSW1 Commerce International 151 Average in 3 subjects 170 IEE or 10 Attestat If choosing a language at Beginners Level, 130 IEE or 4 Attestat in Other Language is required. If at Advanced Level, a 190 IEE in that language is required. French is only available at Advanced Level
B722 BSc Business ‡‡ 151 Average in 3 subjects 170 IEE or 10 Attestat  



  Code Description 2025 Entry Requirements Maths Other Language
Law BSJ4 Business & Law 151 Average in 3 subjects 170 IEE or 10 Attestat  
LWS2 Law with French 151 Average in 3 subjects   80% 1st Uni in French 
LWS6 Law 151 Average in 3 subjects    
LWW1 Law with Philosophy 151 Average in 3 subjects    
LWW2 Law with History 151 Average in 3 subjects    
LWW3  Law with Politics  151 Average in 3 subjects    
LWW4 Law with Economics 151 Average in 3 subjects 170 IEE  
 LWW9 Law with Social Justice  151 Average in 3 subjects    
LWWC  Law with Chinese  151 Average in 3 subjects   Note: No prior knowledge of Mandarin required. Those with prior knowledge of Mandarin are most welcome.
LWWD  Criminology with Psychology  151 Average in 3 subjects    



  Code Description 2025 Entry Requirements Other Language
Arts & Humanities BAU4 BA Modern Languages 147 Average in 3 subjects

At least one Advanced Level language must be selected, 190 IEE in that language required. If studying two at Advanced Level, 190 IEE required in both..
BAU5 BA Arts (2 subjects) ‡‡ 137 Average in 3 subjects

If choosing a language at Beginners Level, 130 IEE or 4 Attestat in Other Language is required. If at Advanced Level, a 190 IEE in that language is required. French is only available at Advanced Level

ForMathematicssubject combinations, we strongly recommend that you also have at least a 190 IEE in Mathematics.
AYS1 Languages, Linguistics and Cultures 137 Average in 3 subjects If choosing a language at Beginners Level, 130 IEE or 4 Attestat in Other Language is required. If at Advanced Level, a 190 IEE in that language is required. French is only available at Advanced Level
CCS2 Creative & Cultural Industries  137 Average in 3 subjects  
CAS1 Classics, Art History and Archaeology 137 Average in 3 subjects  
CAS2 Classics, English and History 137 Average in 3 subjects  
ENS5 English Literature 137 Average in 3 subjects  
ENS6 English with Creative Writing 137 Average in 3 subjects  
ENS7 English, Drama and Film 137 Average in 3 subjects  
HPS1 History And Politics 137 Average in 3 subjects  
HSS3 History 137 Average in 3 subjects  
HSS5 Global Studies 137 Average in 3 subjects If choosing a language at Beginners Level, 130 IEE or 4 Attestat in Other Language is required. If at Advanced Level, a 190 IEE in that language is required. French is only available at Advanced Level
HSS6 European Studies 137 Average in 3 subjects If choosing a language at Beginners Level, 130 IEE or 4 Attestat in Other Language is required. If at Advanced Level, a 190 IEE in that language is required. French is only available at Advanced Level
ISS1 Irish Studies 137 Average in 3 subjects  
MCS4 Music, Film and Drama 137 Average in 3 subjects  
  MCS5 Music 137 Average in 3 subjects  



  Code Description 2025 Entry Requirements
Liberal Arts &
Sciences		 LBS1 Liberal Arts and Sciences 143 Average in 3 subjects



  Code Description 2025 Entry Requirements Maths
Sustainability STS1 BSc Sustainability 147 Average in 3 subjects 130 IEE or 4 Attestat



  Code Description 2025 Entry Requirements Maths Other Language
Social
Sciences		 COS1 Philosophy, Politics & Economics 147 Average in 3 subjects 130 IEE or 4 Attestat  
ECS4 BSc Economics 147 Average in 3 subjects 180 IEE  
EMS1 Economics, Mathematics & Statistics 147 Average in 3 subjects 130 IEE or 4 Attestat  
PCS2 BSc Psychology 161 Average in 3 subjects 130 IEE or 4 Attestat  
SBU2 BSocSc Social Policy & Sociology 147 Average in 3 subjects 130 IEE or 4 Attestat  
SBU3 BSc Social Science (2 Subjects) ‡‡ 147 Average in 3 subjects 130 IEE or 4 Attestat

Please Note: In order to study Mathematics, a 190 IEE in Mathematics is required.

In order to study Economics, a 130 IEE or 4 Attestat in Mathematics is required.

 German:In First Year two streams are offered, one for absolute beginners and another for non-beginners. For the non-beginners level a minimum of 190 IEE or equivalent is required.
 SCS1 Computational Social Science 147 Average in 3 subjects 130 IEE or 4 Attestat  



  Code Description 2025 Entry Requirements Maths Lab Science
Engineering ‡ NUS1 Engineering Omnibus‡ 151 Average in 3 subjects 190 IEE

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 170 IEE



  Code Description 2025 Entry Requirements Maths
Architecture   LDS2 Landscape Architecture 143 Average in 3 subjects 130 IEE or 4 Attestat
RCS3 City Planning & Environmental Policy ‡‡ 143 Average in 3 subjects 130 IEE or 4 Attestat
ATS4 Architecture ‡‡ 151 Average in 3 subjects 130 IEE or 4 Attestat



  Code Description 2025 Entry Requirements Maths Lab Science
Science,
Computer Science
&
Actuarial Science  		 BSS3 Actuarial and Financial Studies 200 Average in 3 subjects 85% 1st Uni  
CSSA Computer Science 151 Average in 3 subjects 170 IEE or 10 Attestat  
Science programmes, including:
SCU1 Science - Explore Multiple Streams ‡‡ 151 Average in 3 subjects 170 IEE or 10 Attestat 170 IEE or 10 Attestat
BLS1 Biological, Biomedical & Biomolecular Sciences ‡‡
CHS2 Chemistry ‡ (includes Medicinal/Sustainable/Biophysical)‡
EES1 Earth & Environmental Sciences ‡‡
MHS2 Mathematics ‡ (includes Applied/Financial/Statistics)‡
PYS2 Physics ‡ (includes Theoretical/Astronomy & Space Science)‡
Check out theScience Brochurefor details!



  Code Description 2025 Entry Requirements Maths Lab Science
Agricultural
Science		 ANS1 Animal Science ‡‡ 145 Average in 3 subjects 130 IEE or 4 Attestat 130 IEE or 4 Attestat
CPS1 Animal & Crop Production ‡‡ 145 Average in 3 subjects 130 IEE or 4 Attestat 130 IEE or 4 Attestat
CPS3 Crop Science ‡‡ 145 Average in 3 subjects 130 IEE or 4 Attestat 130 IEE or 4 Attestat
DBS1 Dairy Business ‡‡ 145 Average in 3 subjects 130 IEE or 4 Attestat 130 IEE or 4 Attestat
EQS1 Animal Science - Equine ‡‡ 145 Average in 3 subjects 130 IEE or 4 Attestat 130 IEE or 4 Attestat
ESS1 AgriEnvironmental Science ‡‡ 145 Average in 3 subjects 130 IEE or 4 Attestat 130 IEE or 4 Attestat
ETS2 Agricultural Systems & Technology 145 Average in 3 subjects 130 IEE or 4 Attestat 130 IEE or 4 Attestat
FAS1 Food and Agribusiness
Management ‡‡		 145 Average in 3 subjects 130 IEE or 4 Attestat 130 IEE or 4 Attestat
FAW1 Food Business with Chinese
Studies ‡‡		 145 Average in 3 subjects 130 IEE or 4 Attestat 130 IEE or 4 Attestat
FOS1 Forestry ‡‡ 145 Average in 3 subjects 130 IEE or 4 Attestat 130 IEE or 4 Attestat
FSS2 Food Science ‡‡ 147 Average in 3 subjects 130 IEE or 4 Attestat 130 IEE or 4 Attestat
FSS6 Sustainable Food Systems 147 Average in 3 subjects 130 IEE or 4 Attestat 130 IEE or 4 Attestat
HLS6 Horticulture ‡‡ 145 Average in 3 subjects 130 IEE or 4 Attestat 130 IEE or 4 Attestat
HMS1 Human Nutrition ‡‡ 161 Average in 3 subjects 130 IEE or 4 Attestat 130 IEE or 4 Attestat
UAS1 Agricultural Science - Omnibus
(You can decide on your area of
study during first year).		 145 Average in 3 subjects 130 IEE or 4 Attestat 130 IEE or 4 Attestat



  Code Description 2025 Entry Requirements Maths Lab Science
Health Science BHS1 Biomedical, Health & Life Sciences 161 Average in 3 subjects 130 IEE or 4 Attestat 130 IEE or 4 Attestat
MDS2 Medicine  160 Average in 3 subjects & 5.5 in 1st Uni
+ Interview
Successful applicants often present with a stronger academic background		 130 IEE or 4 Attestat 130 IEE or 4 Attestat
MDS4 Radiography 157 Average in 3 subjects 130 IEE or 4 Attestat 130 IEE or 4 Attestat
MDS5 Physiotherapy 200 Average in 3 subjects 130 IEE or 4 Attestat 130 IEE or 4 Attestat
MDSJ Diagnostic Radiography
(Graduate Entry)

The 2.5-year graduate entry programme is open to applicants who hold a4-year Bachelor degree ((opens in a new window)NFQ Level 8) with a minimum of Second Class Honours and above, or equivalent. 

 130 IEE or 4 Attestat
MDS9 Medicine (Graduate Entry)

The 4-year graduate entry programme is open to applicants who hold or are expected to hold a4-year Bachelor degree((opens in a new window)NFQ Level 8) in any discipline with a minimum overall Second Class Honours (Upper Division) and above, or equivalent.  Additionally, all applicants are required to submit a current GAMSAT* or MCAT* score (minimum 57 and 503 respectively). Although only graduates are eligible to apply for this programme, the graduate Medicine degree is equivalent in standard to the undergraduate Medicine degree.

*Currency of Results: GAMSAT: must have been taken within two years from 01 September prior to the start of programme (i.e. for admission in September 2025, the earliest acceptable test date would be 01 September 2023). MCAT: must have been taken within two years from 01 August prior to the start of programme (i.e. for admission in September 2025, the earliest acceptable test date would be 01 August 2023).

Students who have previously been unsuccessful in any Medicine programme (i.e. have not met academic or other requirements within the programme) or have any issues which would affect their registration with the Irish Medical council will only be considered for admission on a case-by-case basis in exceptional circumstances, to be considered by the Medicine programme board.



  Code Description 2025 Entry Requirements Maths Lab Science
Sports &
Performance		 MDSK Sport, Health & Exercise Science 157 Average in 3 subjects 130 IEE or 4 Attestat 130 IEE or 4 Attestat
SMS2 Sport & Exercise Management 151 Average in 3 subjects 130 IEE or 4 Attestat 130 IEE or 4 Attestat



  Code Description 2025 Entry Requirements Maths Lab Science
Veterinary Medicine VTS1  Veterinary Medicine 160 Average in 3 subjects & 8.5 in 1st Uni 130 IEE or 4 Attestat Chemistry 190 IEE
Applicants must normally have at least 60 hours practical experience relevant to animal handling. This must have been undertaken in the last three years i.e. for entry in 2025, between 1st February 2022 and 5th July 2025, and all details must be submitted by 5th July 2025 to be taken into consideration. This must include experience with at least two of the following four animal categories: Pets, Horses, Farm Animals, Wildlife/Zoos. For full details and to complete your records of experience, please click here for more information.  
VTS2 Veterinary Nursing 151 Average in 3 subjects 130 IEE or 4 Attestat 130 IEE or 4 Attestat
VTS3 Veterinary Medicine (Graduate Entry) The 4 year graduate entry programme is open to applicants who hold or are expected to hold a4-year Bachelor degree in a biological / biomedical / animal science discipline with a minimum of Second Class Honours (Upper Division) or above[or equivalent]. For full details about the application and assessment procedures, including information about pre-requisites, please refer to the UCD School of Veterinary Medicine website:www.ucd.ie/vetmed