University College Dublin

University Overview

UCD is ranked among the best universities in the world. It's the most popular choice for international students studying in Ireland. Founded in 1854, UCD is one of the country’s oldest universities. It's also its largest, offering a diverse range of degree programmes. The high quality of an Irish education is recognised across the globe. Degrees from UCD are accredited by the world’s leading professional organisations in medicine, architecture, engineering and more. The University’s College of Business is one of only 86 triple-accredited (AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA) schools in the world (MBA Today 2018).

Dublin is an inspiring city with a rich history and a forward-thinking mentality. It's a global business hub. A variety of leading multinational companies have chosen Ireland as the location of their European headquarters. Many UCD students have taken up the chance to do an internship or placement with companies such as KPMG, L’Oréal, IBM, eBay, Skype, Deloitte, and Microsoft. Ireland is the only English-speaking country in Europe to offer post-study work visas to international graduates. This makes it the ideal place to launch your career.

International students receive a warm welcome in Ireland. When you need a break from study, you will find beautiful mountains, dramatic coastline and lush, green countryside within easy reach of Dublin and UCD's campus. The Belfield campus is on 133 hectares of landscaped parkland. It's the largest urban campus in Europe. This beautiful leafy setting has everything you need in one place. It has cutting-edge sports and academic facilities. You will also find clubs, societies and a range of accommodation options. Safe and modern, the campus also has 24-hour security.

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International Students

A Hub of Career-Minded International Students at University College Dublin. Dublin is an inspiring city with a rich history and a forward-thinking mentality. It's a global business hub. And it’s home to top tech companies like Facebook, Google and IBM. Dublin offers excellent career opportunities after you graduate. Ireland offers post-study work visas to international graduates. It's the only English-speaking country in Europe to do so. Over the next five years 14,500 new jobs will be created in Dublin. This makes it a fantastic place to kick-start your career.

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