The National University of Ireland, Maynooth, commonly known as Maynooth University, is a constituent university of the National University of Ireland in Maynooth, County Kildare, Ireland.

Application Deadline :

Undergraduate Programs:

EU/EEA Applicants (via CAO – Central Applications Office):

• Main Application Deadline: February 1
• Late Applications: May 1 (subject to availability)
• Change of Mind: July 1 (for course preference adjustments)

Non-EU/International Applicants:

• Application Deadline: June 30
• Rolling Admissions: Some programs may accept applications on a rolling basis, but early application is recommended due to visa processing and potential program capacity.

Postgraduate Programs:

EU/EEA Applicants:

• Application Deadline: Generally June 30, but deadlines may vary by program. Some programs may have specific or earlier deadlines.

Non-EU/International Applicants:

• Application Deadline: June 30, though some programs may close earlier. Early application is advised to accommodate visa processing and other pre-enrollment arrangements.

Subject List

Maynooth University offers a diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various faculties. Here’s an overview of the main subject areas:

Undergraduate Programs:

Faculty of Arts, Celtic Studies, and Philosophy:

• Arts (with options in English, History, Philosophy, Sociology, etc.)
• Celtic Studies
• Philosophy
• Drama and Theatre Studies
• Music
• Gaeilge (Irish Language)
• Geography
• History
• Sociology
• Global Studies

Faculty of Science and Engineering:

• Biology
• Chemistry
• Computer Science
• Electronic Engineering
• Environmental Science
• Mathematics
• Physics
• Robotics and Intelligent Devices
• Software Engineering
• Data Science

Faculty of Social Sciences:

• Economics
• Finance
• Law
• Politics
• International Relations
• Social Science
• Psychology
• Human Resource Management
• Public Administration

Faculty of Education:

• Primary Education
• Post-Primary Education (various subjects)

Postgraduate Programs:

Faculty of Arts, Celtic Studies, and Philosophy:

• MA in Arts Management and Cultural Policy
• MA in Philosophy
• MA in Music
• MA in Globalization and Development
• MA in History
• MA in Sociology
• MSc in Digital Humanities

Faculty of Science and Engineering:

• MSc in Data Science
• MSc in Environmental Science
• MSc in Chemistry
• MSc in Robotics
• MSc in Software Engineering
• MSc in Renewable Energy

Faculty of Social Sciences:

• MA in Economics
• MA in International Business
• MA in Public Policy
• MA in Human Resource Management
• MSc in Psychology
• MSc in Criminal Justice

Faculty of Education:

• MA in Education
• MA in Primary Education
• MA in Education Leadership and Management

English Language Requirements:

For international students whose first language is not English, Maynooth University requires proof of English language proficiency. Below are the typical accepted qualifications and their minimum scores:

Undergraduate Programs:

IELTS (International English Language Testing System):

• Overall score of 6.0, with no individual component score below 5.5

TOEFL iBT (Test of English as a Foreign Language – Internet Based Test):

• Overall score of 80, with no section score below:
  • Reading: 18
  • Listening: 17
  • Speaking: 20
  • Writing: 17

Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic:

• Minimum score of 50, with no section below 42

Cambridge English Examinations:

• Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): Grade C or higher
• Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): Grade C or higher

Duolingo English Test:

• Minimum score of 105

Postgraduate Programs:

IELTS:

• Overall score of 6.5, with no individual component score below 6.0

TOEFL iBT:

• Overall score of 90, with section scores as follows:
  • Reading: 21
  • Listening: 21
  • Speaking: 22
  • Writing: 21

Pearson PTE Academic:

• Minimum score of 59, with no section below 51

Cambridge English Examinations:

• CAE: Grade C or higher
• CPE: Grade C or higher

Duolingo English Test:

• Minimum score of 110

Additional Notes:

• Some programs may have higher English language requirements, so it’s important to check specific course details.
• Test results should generally be no more than two years old.
• Exemptions may apply if the applicant has previously studied through English or is from a country where English is the official language.