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About Trinity College Dublin

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Year of establishment
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Q:   Is Trinity College hard to get admission at?

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Trinity College Dublin acceptance rate is between 33.5% - 52%. This means that this institute is quite selective at the time of admission. So, to get admission to this university, the applicants are required to have must have a good academic record. The general entry requirements are having passed Class 12 for admission to UG courses. For admission to PG courses, the applicants are required to have an UG degree.

Q:   Why is Trinity College famous?

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Trinity College Dublin has produced some of the world's famous personalities such as writers namely Oscar Wilde, Samuel Beckett, the political thinker Edmund Burke, scientists William Rowan Hamilton and Ernest Walton, etc. It is one of the oldest universities in Ireland. It is highly ranked and for 2025 rankings, it ranks among the Top 200 Universities in the World. TCD is the 31st most international university in the world according to Times Higher Education 2024.

Q:   Is Trinity the Harvard of Ireland?

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Trinity College Dublin is Ireland's the oldest institute of higher learning. It is considered the Harvard of Ireland. The institute is located in the heart of Dublin's city centre. It is Ireland's the highest ranked university. It is Ireland's No. 1 University and ranks at #87 in one of the world's ranking publisher's rankings. It offers undergraduate and graduate courses.

Q:   Why should I choose Trinity College Dublin?

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Trinity College Dublin is Ireland's leading university that has been inspiring generations of brilliant thinkers for over 400 years. It is ranks at #87 in the world and #1 in Ireland in the world-rankings in 2025. Furthermore, Trinity ranks at #91 in the world for Graduate Employability. It is located in Dublin – one of the most welcoming and the safest cities in the world. Also, students of TCD receive world-class education in a research centered environment. TCD is also the only Irish member of the prestigious League of 23 European Research Universities (LERU).

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Students Ratings & Reviews

4.1/5
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Vibe of Campus
  • Academically oriented
  • Multi-dimensional
  • Friendly
  • Liberal
Student Views
  • 47% students never faced discrimination in this university
Internships3.8
Part time work3.7
Post study jobs3.9
Quality of faculty4.5
Student Life4.5
Value for money3.9
Public transportation4.1
Safety4.4
Indian Food3.9
Permanent Immigration4
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MSc Computer Science - Data Science - Batch of 2024
5
Great College with great faculty and the transportation is very affordable and flexible.
Tips: Ireland is very welcoming to foreigners. Trinity gave me a great platform to meet new people and connect with the best minds in the world. The curriculum is well-researched and according to the new and upcoming fields in the Information Technology sector. The faculty is understanding so do not hesitate to approach them.
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MSc in Business Analytics - Batch of 2024
3.8
Fun, challenging and great learning experience.
Tips: The job market is in a pretty bad shape as of now so decide carefully if you are willing to go through that much amount of pressure and struggle. In addition, finding a part time is quite challenging as well, and have a clear picture in your mind about whether you want to settle abroad or not before going.
Likes (Safety): The country is relatively safe and peaceful. There's public transport that works all time round. And I have been home pretty late at night and it was all safe. Regardless, there are teenagers who caused trouble for a few people I knew but again it all depends on your locality.
Dislikes (Part time work): It was not easy to find a part time job in Dublin. I didn't find one as of now and I am getting rejections for those as well despite having a good CV. I will still apply though until I find one and I will advise you of the same. Go there only if you want to settle down or spend a few years, if you're confused then maybe think about other opportunities.
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2024Read more
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MSc in Business Analytics - Batch of 2024
3.3
Think twice or even thrice before joining for your good.
Tips: Students should know that there are barely any scholarships when compared to other colleges and quite a few cultural shifts. Get ready for a lot of public speaking and assignments which is a dead scene in India. College does not care about your post-graduation work. Minimum career guidance, everything is self-made and self-done here.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): The market is very bad at the moment, with hardly any opportunities. Would not recommend anyone to come here at least at the moment. Sponsorship is another problem that you'll face but one good thing is that you won't need sponsorship for the first 2 years of graduation. Salaries are comparatively low in the US where a just graduation gets on average 100K Dollars but here it is around 27-32K Euros.
Reviewed on 9 Aug 2024Read more
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(M.Sc/PG Dip.) In Quantum Fields, Strings and Gravity - Batch of 2024
4.5
Excellent College, but the city is expensive.
Tips: Foreign Education differs massively from our Indian Education System. They are very liberal and open-minded towards their curriculum and have exponentially more global exposure. I wasn’t able to obtain any scholarship to study at Trinity but many students in my cohort got scholarships. I’m extremely satisfied with the University and the course, leading to both PhD and Job Opportunities, though Dublin is one of the costliest places to live in but not in the Schengen region.
Likes (Quality of faculty): The faculty are extremely nice and open in my department. I’ve never felt out of place asking doubts or getting help from both students and professors in my class. The lectures were organised Mon-Wed to help us have a longer weekend and study better.
Dislikes (Internships): We are encouraged to apply for Internships and support is provided by the college in creating contacts with industry partners via TQA. But being a student from India has made getting Visa to work in other countries very difficult. Most of the students choose to do a PhD after this course though.
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MSc Computer Science - Data Science - Batch of 2020
4.4
Great college to pursue masters.
Tips: A big cultural shift is a lifestyle where we have to do everything at home, including groceries, cleaning, and cooking apart from college and assignments. There are scholarship options provided by different colleges and the government of Ireland in general, have a look at those while applying.
Likes (Quality of faculty): Great faculty at Trinity college dublin, highly qualified and approachable for any issues. Teaching methodology is great but different from how it’s done in India. Teaching here is a lot more research-oriented, need to read a lot of research papers and discuss them in class. Apart from research, there are a lot of individual and group projects on real-life research subjects.
Dislikes (Part time work): There are fairly less opportunities on campus for part time jobs, compared to the number of students/people looking for these jobs. Having said that, it is not impossible to get one, just have to be on the lookout for one when it’s available. - since it’s a one year course, so it’s difficult to manage time for part time along with the course. But could be done once the students are comfortable with the course and lifestyle. - there are ample opportunities off campus, so not much difficult to find a part time job, but just need to be on lookout for one very actively.
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MSc in Business Analytics - Batch of 2023
3.5
Master's at Trinity College Dublin is intense and requires self-learning.
Tips: (1) Students coming from India should be aware that studying in universities abroad requires quite a lot of self-learning. The number of classroom hours dedicated to subjects might be less, hence the onus is on the candidate to grasp the study material. (2) Some courses like one-year master's programs are a bit intensive which makes it difficult to do part-time work alongside studies, so students should have sufficient funds to cover their expenses in these situations.
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Q:   What is the Trinity MBA Merit Scholarship?

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Students who have excelled in their professional career or professional achievements and are deemed a valuable addition to a Trinity MBA cohort are eligible for a Trinity MBA Merit Scholarship. This scholarship is determined after the candidates' interview and assessed holistically across their application, CV, references, academic achievements. The value of the scholarship can vary but the average award is €8,000 (Around INR 7.1 L).

Q:   What is the TCD India Undergraduate Scholarship?

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Trinity College Dublin India Undergraduate Scholarship is valued between €3,000 – €5,000 each. It is applied as a reduction to the tuition fees of a full-time UG course for the first-year of study only. This is a merit-based scholarship. This scholarship is applicable to all the UG courses except Medicine, Dental Science, and Acting. Do submit the scholarship application to avail this scholarship. The scholarship application documents are Trinity offer letter, 300-word statement on 'how will I contribute to TCD's community', CV / Resume, etc.

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  • Application fees :Euro 40 - 66.1
  • Type of deadline :Depends on course
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Q:   Does admission to Trinity College Dublin require IELTS?

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Yes, for admission to TCD, international students are required to submit an IELTS score. The standard entry requirement for UG and PG courses is Band B. IELTS score minimum requirement is Overall 6.5. The minimum scores required in other equivalent English language proficiency tests are:

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Minimum Score

Duolingo

120

TOEFL iBT

Overall 90

Duolingo

Overall 120

PTE

Overall 69

Q:   What are the requirements to get into Trinity College Dublin?

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Trinity College Dublin entry requirements are given below:

  • UG: To get into this institute, the applicants should have completed Class 12 with overall average of 80% - 85% in six subjects of Class 12. Also, a language other than English and Mathematics must be taken as a subject up to Class 10
  • PG: A 2:1 Honors degree (60%) from an Irish University or equivalent result from a university in another country
  • English language proficiency score is also required. IELTS / TOEFL / PTE / Duolingo test scores are accepted as evidence of ELP

Q:   Is there any application fee at Trinity College?

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Yes, to get into Trinity College, the applicants are required to submit €55 as an application fee (Around INR 4,900). The applicants can apply via the direct university's application form link. The documents that are required to apply are:

  • Academic references
  • Transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • English language proficiency score
  • GMAT score or any other score (as required)

Q:   How to get admission for MBA at Trinity College Dublin?

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Trinity Business School takes a holistic approach to evaluate the applications. To get into Trinity College Dublin MBA, the applicants are required to meet the following admission requirements:

  • A minimum 2:1 Honors degree or international equivalent
  • Two academic referees
  • English language proficiency score
  • Preferred minimum GMAT score of 600
  • A minimum of 3 years of professional or managerial work experience

Fees

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Courses1st Year Tuition FeesDuration & Eligibility
MS(35 courses)
INR 15 L - 24 L
Duration: 12 months-2 years
Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 88 & Above, PTE: 63 & Above
MBA/PGDM(13 courses)
INR 17 L - 32 L
Duration: 12 months-1 year
Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 88 - 90, PTE: 63 - 69
M.Sc.(12 courses)
INR 17 L - 23 L
Duration: 12 months-1 year
Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 88 - 90, PTE: 63 - 69
B.A.(41 courses)
INR 18 L - 24 L
Duration: 3-4 years
Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 90 & Above, PTE
B.Sc.(30 courses)
INR 18 L - 33 L
Duration: 4-5 years
Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6.5 - 7, TOEFL: 90 & Above, PTE: 63 & Above
M.A.(11 courses)
INR 15 L - 22 L
Duration: 1 year-2 years
Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6.5 & Above
M.Phil(24 courses)
INR 14 L - 22 L
Duration: 1 year
Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6.5 & Above
BBA(9 courses)
INR 17 L - 25 L
Duration: 4 years
Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 90 & Above, PTE: 63 & Above
B.E. / B.Tech(9 courses)
INR 18 L - 25 L
Duration: 4-5 years
Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 90 & Above, PTE: 63 & Above
MBBS(1 course)
INR 42 L
Duration: 5 years
Exam Accepted: IELTS: 7 & Above
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Q:   How much does it cost to study in Trinity College Dublin?

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Trinity College Dublin fees for international students range between INR 5.3 L – INR 48.6 L.

Courses

1st Year Tuition Fees

MBA/PGDM(13 courses)

INR 17 L - 32 L

MS (35 courses)

INR 15 L - 24 L

BBA (9 courses)

INR 17 L - 25 L

MSc (12 courses)

INR 17 L - 23 L

BA (41 courses)

INR 18 L - 24 L

BSc (30 courses)

INR 18 L - 33 L

M.Phil (24 courses)

INR 14 L - 22 L

MBBS (1 course)

INR 42 L

BDS (2 courses)

INR 16 L - 49 L

BE / BTech (9 courses)

INR 18 L - 25 L

Cost of Living: An estimated monthly budget for TCD students is given as follows:

Particulars

Monthly (€)

Rent

€850 (Around INR 75k)

Utilities

€45 (Around INR 4k)

Food

€150 (Around INR 13k)

Travel

€60 (Around INR 5k)

Books & Printing

€25 (Around INR 2k)

Clothes / Medical

€75 (Around INR 7k)

Phone

€20 (Around INR 2k)

Social Life

€160 (Around INR 14k)

Student Contribution Charge

€333.40 (Around INR 29k)

Q:   What is the fee for MBA at Trinity College?

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Trinity College MBA tuition fees is €36,600 (Around INR 32.6 L). One of the scholarships that is available are Trinity MBA Merit Scholarships. Students who have excelled in their professional career or professional achievements and are deemed a valuable addition to a Trinity MBA cohort are eligible for a Trinity MBA Merit Scholarship. This scholarship is determined after the candidates' interview and assessed holistically across their application, CV, references, academic achievements. The value of the scholarship can vary but the average award is €8,000. The 30% Club Scholarships for Women in Leadership is another scholarship for which MBA students are eligible.

Placements

Top Recruiters

KPMG
Ernst & Young
Facebook
Amazon
Accenture
Deutsche Bank
Mercer
Deloitte
Genesys
pwc
JP Morgan Chase
Microsoft
Linkedin
Hewlett Packard
Jones Lang LASALLE
McKinseyCompany
Google
Coca-Cola
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Q:   What is Trinity College Dublin average salary?

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According to Trinity College placements, USD 101,000 (INR 84 L) is the highest salary of graduates for Executive Management & Change professionals. The Trinity College Dublin average salary is around INR 69 L per annum. The lowest-paid Trinity College alumni & graduates are Public Sector & Not For Profit professionals at USD 30,000 (INR 25 L).

Job Profiles

Sample Salary

Executive Management & Change

INR 84 L

Financial Services

INR 80 L

Insurance Jobs

INR 64 L

Finance Control & Strategy

INR 58 L

Architecture, Real Estate & Design jobs

INR 56.4 L

IT & Software Development

INR 54 L

(Source: emolument)

(USD 1 = INR 83.00)

Q:   Does Trinity College Dublin provide placements?

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TCD Dublin placements are available for all the graduates. According to Trinity College Dublin placements, 88% of MBA graduates get employment within three months after graduation. The Trinity College Dublin employment rate is 92%, which is good as compared to other top universities in Ireland. Mentioned below are the highlights of Trinity College MBA placements:

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Stats

Employment rate

92%

Employed within three months of graduating

88%

Basic salary increase post-MBA

48%

Average Salary 

INR 69 L per annum

Top Recruiting Firms 

Amazon, EY, Deloitte, Google, Tata Motors, etc.

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Q:   How are the placements at Trinity College Dublin after MBA?

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The Trinity College Dublin placements after MBA is impressive as 88% of MBA graduates are employed within three months of graduating. Trinity College Dublin salary increases after MBA. According to the employment data in 2024, the basic salary increase post-MBA is 48%. Mentioned below is the TCD MBA graduates salary:

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Q:   What are the placement statistics of University College London (UCL) and Trinity College Dublin (TCD)?

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University College London (UCL) is one of the finest university to study MBA in the USA and Trinity College Dublin (TCD) is the best MBA universities in Ireland. We have mentione the placement statistics of University College London (UCL) and Trinity College Dublin (TCD) in the table below:

ComponentsUniversity College London PlacementsTrinity College Dublin Placements
Employment rate90.4%92%
Average salaryINR 36.2 LINR 69 L
Top recruitersBank of England, PwC, KPMG, Deloitte, Google, McKinsey and Company, IBM, BBC, American Express, etc.Amazon, Google, AECOM, Facebook, CORA Consulting Engineers, Tata Motors, etc.

Q:   Where do the graduates of Trinity College Dublin work?

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Some of the top organizations where TCD graduates work are:

  • Google
  • LinkedIn
  • EY
  • Amazon
  • Twitter
  • Facebook
  • Accenture
  • Microsoft
  • Pfizer
  • HP (Hewlett-Packard)
  • Intel







Rankings

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Q:   What is Trinity College Dublin ranked in the world?

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Trinity College Dublin is Ireland's No. 1 University according to a top-ranking publisher. Trinity College Dublin ranking is #87 according to a top-ranking publisher in 2025. In the same rankings, the university ranks at #81 in 2024. Furthermore, as per the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2025, TCD ranks at #139 in the world.

Q:   Which course is best at Trinity College Dublin?

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In the subject rankings by a top-ranking publisher, TCD ranked in the Top 50 worldwide in 5 subject areas. These are:

Subjects

Subject Rankings 2024

English Language and Literature

#21

Nursing

#26

Pharmacy and Pharmacology

#26

Performing Arts

#40

Theology, Divinity and Religious Studies

#49

Furthermore, TCD ranks in the Top 100 Universities in the World in the broad subject areas such as Arts and Humanities; Social Sciences and Management, and Life Science & Medicine.

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INR 14.62 L - 24.41 LA++#26 QS, 2025
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Q:   Which famous personalities have studied at Trinity College Dublin?

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A few of the famous celebrities who have studied at TCD are listed below:

Names

Designation

Oscar Wilde

Writer

Samuel Beckett

Writer

William Rowan Hamilton

Scientist

Edmund Burke

Political thinker

Mary Robinson

Former President of Ireland and UNHCR

Jack Gleeson

Actor (Popular for his role of Joffrey Baratheon in Game of Thrones)

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Q:   How big is Trinity College Dublin campus?

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Trinity College Dublin campus size is 47 acres. The campus of the institute contains state-of-the-art, modern facilities including the Sports Centre, Science Gallery, Nanoscience Research Centre, etc. With over 170 clubs and societies, including many international groups, there is something for everyone. The university has more than 120 societies that are run by students. A few of the categories of the societies are Cultural, Arts, Political, Social, Science, etc.

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Non-EU students who have permission to undertake UG and PG study in Ireland are allowed to take casual employment, defined as up to 20 hours part-time work per week. Students can also work full-time during vacation periods when their coursework for the year is complete.

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Nishtha Shukla

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No, Trinity College Dublin (TCD) does not have a January intake. TCD has one intake per year, which begins in September.

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A comparison of TCD and Maynooth University or Dublin Business School is given as follows: 

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Trinity College Dublin (TCD) is a high-ranking and preferred university renowned for academic excellence among students studying in Ireland. Entry to the programs is competitive and based on academic merit. This section gives you general entry requirements for admission into our Foundation, Undergra

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University CityDublin, Other - Ireland, Ireland
Size of cityMedium
Population of City5,53,165

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College Green, Dublin 2, Ireland

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