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Dublin City University

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Overview

Dublin City University (Ollscoil Chathair Bhaile Átha Cliath) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland. Established in 1989, Dublin City University (DCU) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Department of Education and Youth. DCU provides programs and courses leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. Further information can be found in the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below or by searching the institution's website through the search engine below. This 37-year-old Irish higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply. DCU also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, and administrative services.

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Control

Dublin City University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Dublin City University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Dublin City University' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Dublin City University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) Ollscoil Chathair Bhaile Átha Cliath
Acronym DCU
Founded 1989 Origins date back to 1975, university status in 1989
Motto Ireland's University of Enterprise
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Location

Address Glasnevin
Dublin
D09 Y074 County Dublin
Ireland
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Dublin City University Phone Number (1) 700 5000
Dublin City University Fax Number (1) 836 0830
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Dublin City University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Department of Education and Youth

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1989


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form at the end of this page to submit a list of Dublin City University's official programmatic or specialized accreditations. If you are an official representative of Dublin City University you can also claim and update your entire university profile free of charge.



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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Dublin City University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Dublin City University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Dublin City University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Dublin City University's academic range and degree level offering.



Dublin City University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes
L&C Yes
B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

Dublin City University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Dublin City University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Dublin City University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Dublin City University.



Dublin City University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) Not reported
International
students		 Not reported Not reported

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Dublin City University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Dublin City University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Dublin City University Admission Info


Dublin City University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Dublin City University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Dublin City University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Dublin City University has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Dublin City University 's acceptance rate is not reported.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Dublin City University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes
Dublin City University has more than 2300 international students.


Dublin City University's Admission Office Admission Office






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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Dublin City University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Dublin City University Size and Profile


Dublin City University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Dublin City University has a student enrollment ranging from 10,000 to 14,999, making it a large-sized institution.


Dublin City University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Dublin City University's academic staff ranges from 500 to 599 members.


Dublin City University's Control Type Control Type

Dublin City University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


Dublin City University's Entity Type Entity Type

Dublin City University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Dublin City University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Dublin City University's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Dublin City University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Dublin City University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Dublin City University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Dublin City University is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Dublin City University Facilities


Dublin City University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Dublin City University's Library


Dublin City University's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Dublin City University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Dublin City University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Dublin City University Services


Dublin City University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Dublin City University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Dublin City University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Dublin City University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Dublin City University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Dublin City University Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Dublin City University consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

Dublin City University
  • Faculty of Engineering and Computing
  • Faculty of Science and Health
  • DCU Business School
  • Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
  • All Hallows College
  • Mater Dei Institute of Education
  • Royal Irish Academy of Music
  • St Patrick's College

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Memberships and Affiliations

Dublin City University Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Dublin City University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • European University Association (EUA)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dublin City University public or private?

Dublin City University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is Dublin City University profit or non-profit?

Dublin City University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Dublin City University in terms of enrollment?

Dublin City University has a student enrollment ranging from 10,000 to 14,999, making it a large-sized institution.

What is the size of Dublin City University in terms of academic staff?

Dublin City University's academic staff ranges from 500 to 599 members.

Is Dublin City University a coeducational institution?

Dublin City University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Dublin City University use?

Dublin City University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Dublin City University affiliated with?

None.

Does Dublin City University admit international students?

Yes. Dublin City University has more than 2300 international students.

What is Dublin City University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Dublin City University 's acceptance rate is not reported. This university has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Dublin City University DCU?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro). International students: Not reported. Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Dublin City University DCU located?

Dublin City University is located in Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland. Address: Glasnevin.

Is Dublin City University DCU accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Dublin City University is accredited by Department of Education and Youth (since 1989).

Does Dublin City University offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does Dublin City University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Dublin City University have a university library?

Yes

Does Dublin City University provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Dublin City University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Dublin City University offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Dublin City University offer career services?

Not reported

Does Dublin City University offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Dublin City University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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