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University College Dublin is one of Europe’s leading universities and is ranked among the top 100 higher education institutions worldwide. At UCD, you’ll receive a world-class education that’s globally recognised.

Students love our vibrant and spacious campus that features modern facilities, scenic lakes, woodland walks and abundant wildlife. UCD is also only a short distance from Dublin city centre.

A degree from UCD opens the door to a wide range of exciting career opportunities, both in Ireland and internationally. We also offer a variety of scholarships specifically for international students to support you on your academic journey.

It’s no surprise that so many international students choose to study at University College Dublin.

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Ireland's Global University

Ranked 100th

100th globally in the 2027 QS World University Rankings

Strong Employment Outcomes

Preparing students for their future careers

163 Countries

Students from 163 countries have studied at UCD

12,000 International Students

A global community of over 12,000 international students

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UCD stands out from any other university as it is one of the largest, most modern campuses in the whole of Europe with first-class amenities and facilities. I know I am receiving the best learning experience ever from the best of professors.

Anita Nwalo, Nigeria, MA International Relations

UCD's International Blog

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My experience as an international medical student at UCD

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From Medellín, Colombia to UCD as a Biomedical Engineering student

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How to find a part-time job as an international student at UCD

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Scholarships available to international students at UCD

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A guide to UCD Orientation for international students

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Attending the NICE Summer School at UCD as an international student

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Our top 5 list of must-read Irish books for international students

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Introducing Ireland's First MSc in One Health at UCD

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Studying Computational Social Science as a Global Excellence Scholar from India

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