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Graduate Employability in the world for 21 Subjects alumni (graduates) in 157 industry partners, including
(QS Graduate Employability (QS Subject Rankings 2023) countries worldwide Facebook, Google, IBM, Pfizer
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(QS World Rankings 2023)
*Ranked Top 50 in the QS World
Rankings 2023
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Undergraduate
Applicants
Admissions Guide for non-EU
Undergraduate Applications
Undergraduate Courses
Different fees for undergraduate courses will A full list of fees are available to view at:
apply depending on whether the applicant is www.tcd.ie/academicregistry/fees-and-payments
considered an EU or non-EU student.
Trinity offers a broad range of undergraduate degree courses, see below. To check which category you are in,
visit: www.tcd.ie/academicregistry/fees-and-
Find out more at www.tcd.ie/courses/undergraduate
payments/applicants/what_are_my_fees
Undergraduate
Applicants
Understanding Ireland
Programme
The week-long Understanding Ireland
Smart Start Programme is unique in
providing both an orientation to life in
Trinity and an academic introduction
to understanding Irish culture – all
before normal teaching begins.
www.tcd.ie/study/international/pre-session-
programmes
International Foundation
Programme
The International Foundation Minimum English
Programme is a year long pre-
university programme aimed at
Language Requirements
students who have the drive and — IELTS: 5.0 overall (5.0 in writing
ambition to attend a world-class with no element below 4.5).
university however cannot begin — TOEFL: 64 with 16 in writing.
an international undergraduate — Duolingo English Test: minimum overall
degree directly. score of 80/160 (no subscore below
65 and a score of 80 in literacy).
The programme is delivered at the campus of
Please note that some programmes have
Trinity's associated college, Marino Institute
higher English requirements and/or specific
of Education, where excellent student
subject requirements.
facilities and on-site accommodation are
available. The Marino campus is a 15-minute For more information on entry requirements
journey from Dublin city centre. please see: www.tcd.ie/study/international/
foundation-programme/entry.php
Students who successfully complete the
Trinity International Foundation Programme
and achieve the required grades are
guaranteed entry into their chosen degree Tuition Fees (2024/25)
the following academic year.
Pathway A: Fees: €16,480
Pathway B: Fees: €17,995
Details of fees can be viewed at: www.tcd.ie/
study/international/foundation-programme/
fees.php Note: Fees are subject to change.
Entry Requirements
Trinity accepts high school diplomas
How to Apply
from all around the world. Details regarding fees and the
To view the minimum entry application process are available
requirements from your country, at: www.tcd.ie/study/international/
visit: www.tcd.ie/study/international/ foundationprogramme
foundation-programme/entry.php
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Postgraduate Courses
Trinity offers a broad range of postgraduate masters and postgraduate
diploma courses. Find out more at www.tcd.ie/courses/postgraduate
Postgraduate Courses
Different fees for postgraduate courses A full list of fees are available to view at:
will apply depending on whether the www.tcd.ie/academicregistry/fees-and-payments
applicant is considered an EU or non-EU
student. To check which category you are Note: All postgraduate courses are subject to
Trinity offers a broad range of postgraduate masters and postgraduate in, visit: www.tcd.ie/academicregistry/ change.
diploma courses. Find out more at www.tcd.ie/courses/postgraduate fees-and-payments/applicants/what_
are_my_fees
Science, Technology,
Engineering and Mathematics Health Sciences
Biochemistry and Engineering Natural Sciences Dental Science Nursing and Midwifery
Immunology — Biomedical — Dental Surgery (D.Ch.Dent.) — Ageing Health & Wellbeing
— Biodiversity and
— Immunology (M.Sc.) Engineering (M.Sc.) Conservation (M.Sc.) in Intellectual Disability
— Immunotherapeutics (M.Sc.) — Electronic Information — Development (M.Sc. /P.Grad. Dip.)
Engineering Medicine — Children’s Nursing (H.Dip.)
Practice (M.Sc.)
(M.Sc./P.Grad.Dip.) — Environmental — Applied Clinical — Community Health (M.Sc.)
Chemistry — Engineering Sciences (M.Sc.) Neuropsychology (M.Sc.) — Dementia (M.Sc.)
— Circular Economy and (Environmental / Structural — Smart and Sustainable — Addiction Recovery (M.Sc.) — Mental Health (M.Sc.)
Recycling Technologies and Geotechnical / Cities (M.Sc.) — Biomedical Sciences — Midwifery (H.Dip.)
(P.Grad.Dip.) Transport/ Sustainable (Intercalated) (M.Sc.) — Midwifery Practice and
Energy) (M.Sc.) — Cancer Survivorship Leadership (M.Sc.)
— Engineering for Climate Physics (M.Sc. /P.Grad. Dip.) — Nursing (M.Sc.)
Computer Science Action (P.Grad.Dip.) — Energy Science (M.Sc.) — Diagnostic Radiography — Nursing – Child Health
and Statistics — Mechanical Engineering / — Quantum Science and (M.Sc.) and Wellbeing (M.Sc.)
— Computer Science Zero-Carbon Technology Technology (M.Sc.) — Entrepreneurship of
(M.Sc.) – Augmented (M.Sc. /P.Grad. Dip.) Smart Medicines (M.Sc.)
— Music and Media Pharmacy and
and Virtual Reality — Genomic Medicine (M.Sc.)
Technologies (M.Phil.) CHARM–EU Pharmaceutical Sciences
— Computer Science — Global Health (M.Sc.)
(M.Sc.) – Data Science — Electronic Information — Masters in Global — Healthcare Infection — Pharmaceutical
— Computer Science (M.Sc.) – Engineering / Challenges for Sustainability (M.Sc. /P.Grad.Dip.) Sciences (M.Sc.)
Future Networked Systems Computational Engineering (CHARM-EU) (M.Sc.) — Healthcare Innovation
— Computer Science (M.Sc.) (M.Sc. /P.Grad.Dip.) (P.Grad.Dip.)
– Intelligent Systems — Health Policy and
— Interactive Digital Mathematics Management (M.Sc.)
Media (M.Sc.) — Molecular Medicine
— High Performance
— Statistics and Computing (M.Sc.)
(M.Sc. /P.Grad.Dip.)
Sustainability (M.Sc.) — Neuroscience (M.Sc.)
— Quantum Fields, Strings
— Sports and Exercise
and Gravity (M.Sc.)
Medicine (M.Sc.)
— Translational
Oncology (M.Sc.)
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Postgraduate
Applicants The Pre-Sessional English Programme is an
academic English course for international
students with conditional offers for
undergraduate and postgraduate study
at Trinity. Passing the programme means
The range of studies on offer is vast Entry Requirements English Language you meet Trinity’s English language
and the standard set for postgraduate requirement and can progress to your
study is exceptionally high. Most Postgraduate study at Trinity is academically Requirements course without retaking IELTS or any
challenging and as a result the University has other exam. More details here:
courses at Trinity have a restricted high academic entry requirements.
All applicants whose first language is not English www.tcd.ie/slscs/english/pre-sessional
number of places available for and who have not been educated through the
postgraduate students. medium of English must present one of the
Applicants will need to:
following qualifications in the English language: Different fees for postgraduate courses will
— Hold at least a 2.1 honours degree IELTS, TOEFL, University of Cambridge apply depending on whether the applicant
(3.2 GPA on 4.0 scale) from an Irish Proficiency Certificate, Advanced Certificate, is considered an EU/EEA or non-EU student:
How to Apply university or equivalent result from Duolingo English Test, Pearson Test of English this depends on your residency rather than
nationality. To check which category you
a university in another country (Academic) PTE Academic or Trinity Pre-
1. Go to www.tcd.ie/courses and find are in, visit: www.tcd.ie/academicregistry/
— Meet the English language requirements sessional. Please note that the required level of
fees-and-payments/applicants/what_are_
the course you're interested in. English proficiency may vary from programme
Some courses may require higher standards my_fees/index.php
to programme. Please consult each programme
2. Watch our how to apply video or require you to take further tests or attend
page at: www.tcd.ie/courses/postgraduate for
bit.ly/HowToApplytoTrinityPG or an interview.
read the user guide for non-EU
details.
applicants: www.tcd.ie/study/ A specific International Postgraduate Student
international/howto-apply
Please note that test scores are only valid for Orientation takes place before teaching
two years. For further details on these English commences. Details are available at:
3. Apply by selecting the 'Apply' link Language Proficiency Tests, please contact the www.tcd.ie/students/orientation/
under the course description. appropriate organisation directly. An applicant postgraduates
You can save your application whose first language is not English but who has
and return to it, but remember to taken a degree through the medium of English
submit it when you're finished. may be eligible provided they did not complete
4. When applying to Trinity you
their studies more than two years prior to
must also submit supporting
admission. However, some courses may request
documentation.
applicants to present an English language
qualification under certain circumstances.
Full details available at: www.
tcd.ie/study/apply/making-an- Visa-required applicants who meet Trinity’s
application/postgraduate English language requirements may be
Note: A non-refundable application required to present an additional English
fee of €55 applies per course. language proficiency qualification such as
IELTS, TOEFL or PTE for visa application
purposes. For language requirements please
refer to: www.irishimmigration.ie/coming-
Admission opens by to-study-in-ireland/english-language-
1 November 2023 requirements-for-study-visas
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Postgraduate Research
at Trinity College Dublin, the University of Dublin
Cost to Attend
For Full-Time International Students
Total Costs for Funding and i Living costs are calculated per academic
year and will vary by each student's lifestyle
v All 1st year non-EU full-degree
undergraduate students will be prioritised
One Academic Year Scholarships and type of accommodation chosen. for accommodation in Trinity-owned or
Trinity-recommended accommodation
Tuition fees vary by course and are subject Trinity offers a number of scholarship provided students apply by the housing
to change. Most undergraduate courses opportunities to assist students of limited ii Trinity does not offer meal plans. Students application deadline. There are a range
last four years and postgraduate masters means and reward academic achievement. cook at home or eat on campus and in the of accommodation options available.
programmes last one to two years. Students are also encouraged to explore city centre. Accommodation may include but is not
external funding options in their limited to Trinity-owned accommodation
For a full list of course fees and details home countries. such as Trinity Hall or Trinity-
of fee status please see: www.tcd.ie/ iii Health insurance is required for non-EU
students. Average cost is shown above recommended accommodation at private
academicregistry/fees-and-payments. Most For more information on available student complexes.
international applicants apply as non-EU scholarships please see: www.tcd.ie/study/ – insurance cost may be lower or higher
international students. Fee status is based international/scholarships depending on policy chosen. More
on residency, not citizenship. There is a information available at: www.tcd.ie/ vi In addition to the undergraduate student
non-refundable online application fee of study/international/arriving-in-ireland/ costs above, Trinity also offers an optional
€55 per course. health-insurance/index.php one week pre-term Understanding Ireland
programme. This optional programme
iv Fieldwork Costs, Costs of Preparations is an additional €400. Accommodation
LIVING COSTS I UNDERGRADUATE STUDENT of Thesis/ Dissertation. Postgraduate for the week is extra and can be booked
ACCOMMODATION
students are personally responsible for the directly with your housing provider. Details
UTILITIES €1,000 1 YEAR HOUSING TRINITY HALL V €7,368 costs involved if they have to undertake at www.tcd.ie/study/international/pre-
/ €2,000
fieldwork as part of their postgraduate session-programmes
MEALS II €3,000 1 YEAR HOUSING KAVANAGH COURT €10,830 programme and should add addition costs
/ €5,000
to their estimated living costs. They are vii Average based on a 43-week lease for a
MISCELLANEOUS €2,500 OTHER 1 YEAR CITY CENTRE €8,000
also responsible for all costs relating to the single room in shared apartment-style
ACCOMMODATION / €11,000
preparation and submission of their thesis accommodation in Dublin. Prices can
COMMUTING €1,000 UNDERSTANDING IRELAND: SMART START €400
or dissertation such as typing, binding vary greatly depending on the type of
(OPTIONAL 1-WEEK PRE-TERM PROGRAMME) VI
and photography. accommodation chosen. More information
HEALTH INSURANCE III €550 POSTGRADUATE STUDENT ACCOMMODATION
at: www.tcd.ie/accommodation
PERSONAL VIII €2,000 1 YEAR HOUSING PRIVATE €8,000
/ €3,000 ACCOMMODATION VII / €11,000
viii Immigration registration, medical,
AIRFARES €2000 TOTAL UNDERGRADUATE LIVING COSTS €20,050
/ €27,050
clothes, social life
LIVING COSTS €8,050 TOTAL POSTGRADUATE LIVING COSTS IV €20,050
(EXCLUDING / €27,050
ACCOMMODATION)
€12,050
TOTAL COSTS
/ €16,050
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Accommodation
On Campus
Rooms on campus are primarily reserved for
students in their final year and Trinity Scholars;
however, there are a number of rooms on the
campus suitable for students who have mobility
difficulties and who are capable of independent
living. Students may apply for a room once they Click here for Academic Term
have accepted a place at Trinity. Dates: www.tcd.ie/calendar/
academic-year-structure
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Career Opportunities
Your Career Journey at Trinity
As a Trinity graduate you can Eligibility to Work Where some of our Trinity
remain in Ireland to work for 1
or 2 years, depending on level Non-EU nationals who have permission to graduates are now employed
undertake undergraduate and postgraduate
of study. study in Ireland are entitled to take up casual
Find out more: employment, up to 20 hours part-time work per
www.irishimmigration.ie/my-situation- week or work full-time during holiday periods
haschanged-since-i-arrivedin-ireland/third- when their coursework for the year is complete.
levelgraduate-programme On graduation, undergraduate students have
the possibility to stay in Ireland to work for
one year on the Third Level Graduate Scheme,
Our graduates are highly sought after by while eligible postgraduate students can stay
employers across all sectors and many have for up to two years. This allows students to gain
gone on to successful careers around the globe. valuable work experience in Ireland across a
See overleaf for just a few examples of the wide range of industries and organisations.
diverse organisations that have recruited Trinity Students may also have the option of
graduates in recent years. The Trinity Careers remaining in Ireland for a longer period if they
Service supports students in exploring their are able to secure employment that meets the
career ambitions for the future and planning criteria for a Work Permit.
how to achieve them. Find out more about the
Careers Service at: www.tcd.ie/careers For further information see:
www.irishimmigration.ie/my-situation-has-
changed-since-i-arrived-in-ireland/third-level-
graduate-programme
Opportunities Abroad
Study, Work and Volunteer Abroad
A Sustainable
Campus
Trinity is committed to tackling the Green Week
global challenges of climate change
This week-long festival during Semester 2 is a
and biodiversity loss for a healthy,
sustainable future. As a Nature
focal point of activity across campus. It involves Did you know?
student-focused events such as a careers expo.
Positive university, we are putting It’s a showcase for the cutting-edge knowledge Trinity has held a Green Flag for
environmental sustainability at the and innovation in Trinity, and an opportunity to campus sustainability since 2013
heart of our education, research and do things differently. Video: youtu.be/bxpAcF92kdU
Find out more at www.tcd.ie/provost/
campus life.
sustainability/greenweek/green-week-2023.php
International
Student Supports
Trinity is an exciting place, full of opportunities New to Dublin Programme
to learn, make friends, and experience new
things. While Trinity delivers world class Student Ambassadors run this programme
courses, it is not just about your academic aimed at undergraduate students, covering
development: we also want Trinity to be everything from Dublin grocery shopping
a place where you can develop socially, and public transport to making friends and
responsibly, culturally and personally. adjusting to Dublin culture.
We are delighted that you are If you have further questions about the
considering making an application application process you can contact the
Applications and Admissions Team in Trinity’s
to Trinity. If you have any questions Academic Registry.
or require any assistance, our team
is here to help. Academic Registry India, South Asia & South East Asia &
Tel: +353 (0) 1 896 4500 Sub-Saharan Africa Oceania
Email: academic.registry@tcd.ie Nilanjana Shihn Kim Gilfillan
The Trinity Global team is dedicated to nilanjana.shihn@tcd.ie kim.Gilfillan@tcd.ie
assisting international students and we would
be delighted to answer your questions. Chat to our students
To connect with our current students and ask
Trinity Global Team them questions about student life, campus or
Email: study@tcd.ie living in Dublin visit:
Website: www.tcd.ie/study/international www.tcd.ie/global/talktostudents
North & South America China
Register your Interest Damien O’Farrell Kathy Zhai
Scan the QR code to open www.tcd.ie/study/ damien.ofarrell@tcd.ie zhaik@tcd.ie
country/register-your-interest-rm.php and
register your interest.
Take a campus tour Our student-led tours are the perfect way
to learn about life at Trinity from a current
The best way to explore Trinity’s student.
unique, lively, traditional, urban Sign up for a student-led on-campus tour at:
www.tcd.ie/study/international/visit Irish, EU and UK
experience is to pay us a visit and take
or take our student led virtual tour at:
a tour of campus. Chiara Napolitano
youtu.be/HjEfFvMjUkk
eupostgrad@tcd.ie
Trinity Global
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