University College Dublin (commonly referred to as UCD)  is a public research university in Dublin, Ireland, and a member institution of the National University of Ireland. With 38,417 students, it is Ireland’s largest university and among Ireland’s most prestigious

Application Deadline :

Undergraduate Programs:

1. EU/EEA Students:

• Main Deadline: July 1
• Late Applications: Accepted until August 1, but availability may be limited.

2. Non-EU/International Students:

• Main Deadline: June 30
• Late Applications: May be accepted on a case-by-case basis, but it is advisable to apply as early as possible.

Postgraduate Programs:

1. EU/EEA Students:

• Most Programs: Generally, applications are accepted until mid-August, but it is recommended to apply by July to secure a place and ensure availability.

2. Non-EU/International Students:

• Main Deadline: June 30
• Late Applications: May be accepted on a case-by-case basis, though applying early is strongly advised to accommodate visa processing and other arrangements.

Subject List

UCD offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines. Here is an overview of some of the main subjects and programs available:

Undergraduate Programs:

Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences:

• Archaeology
• Art History
• English
• History
• Irish
• Philosophy
• Political Science
• Sociology
• Music
• Gender Studies

Business and Economics:

• Business Studies
• Economics
• Finance
• Management
• International Business
• Marketing

Engineering, Mathematics, and Science:

• Chemical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Computer Science
• Electrical and Electronic Engineering
• Environmental Science
• Mathematics
• Physics
• Statistics
• Actuarial and Financial Studies

Health Sciences:

• Medicine
• Nursing
• Physiotherapy
• Veterinary Medicine
• Pharmacy
• Biomedical Science

Law:

• Law
• Law with Politics
• Law with Business
• Law with French

Postgraduate Programs:

Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences:

• Creative Writing
• Digital Humanities
• International Relations
• Public Administration
• Philosophy
• History

Business and Economics:

• MBA (Master of Business Administration)
• Masters in Finance
• Masters in Management
• Masters in Economics
• Masters in Marketing

Engineering, Mathematics, and Science:

• Advanced Engineering
• Data Analytics
• Biomedical Engineering
• Software Engineering
• Mathematical Finance

Health Sciences:

• Clinical Medicine
• Public Health
• Health Systems Management
• Biomedical Science

Law:

• LLM (Master of Laws)
• International Business Law
• Environmental Law
• Human Rights Law

English Language Requirements:

University College Dublin (UCD) – English Language Requirements

To ensure that students can effectively participate in their studies, UCD requires proof of English language proficiency for non-native speakers. Here are the key details:

Undergraduate Programs:

1. English Language Proficiency Tests:

• IELTS (International English Language Testing System): Minimum overall score of 6.5, with no individual component lower than 6.0.
• TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language): Minimum score of 90, with no section below 21.
• Cambridge English Advanced (CAE): Minimum score of 176 overall, with no component lower than 169.
• Pearson Test of English (PTE): Minimum score of 63, with no component lower than 59.

2. Alternative Qualifications:

• International Baccalaureate (IB) English A or B: A grade of 4 or higher.
• A-Level English: A grade of C or higher.

3. English Language Course:

• UCD offers English language preparation courses for students who do not meet the language requirements. Successful completion of these courses can sometimes fulfill the English language proficiency requirement.

Postgraduate Programs:

1. English Language Proficiency Tests:

• IELTS: Minimum overall score of 6.5 to 7.0, depending on the program, with no individual component lower than 6.0.
• TOEFL: Minimum score of 90 to 100, depending on the program, with no section below 21.
• Cambridge English Advanced (CAE): Minimum score of 176 to 185, depending on the program, with no component lower than 169.
• Pearson Test of English (PTE): Minimum score of 63 to 70, depending on the program, with no component lower than 59.

2. Alternative Qualifications:

• International Baccalaureate (IB) English A: A grade of 4 or higher.
• A-Level English: A grade of C or higher.

3. English Language Course:

• UCD offers English language preparation courses that may help students meet the English language requirements for postgraduate studies.