Universities in Dublin
Dublin has 5 universities in our index, offering 1,229 study programmes — 1,229 taught in English. Here's how the city scores for student life, and who teaches what.
City Life Index
2/10Affordability
6/10Safety
9/10Student vibe
10/10English-friendly
5/10Weather
9/10Transport
Dublin offers a vibrant student experience with a lively culture and excellent transport, but students should be prepared for high living costs and often grey weather.
Universities in Dublin
| University | Research rank (EU) | Programmes | English-taught |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity College Dublin | #41 | 336 | 336 |
| University College Dublin | #126 | 361 | 361 |
| Dublin City University | #299 | 165 | 165 |
| Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland | #355 | 87 | 87 |
| Technological University of Dublin | #537 | 280 | 280 |
What you can study in Dublin
- Management (89)
- Nursing (77)
- Linguistics and Languages (70)
- Computer Science (53)
- Arts and Design (47)
- Business Administration (44)
- Law (44)
- Education (41)
- History (36)
- Media and Communication (32)
- Medicine (30)
- Architecture (22)
- Engineering (21)
- Data Science (19)
- Psychology (18)
- Economics (17)
- Geography and GIS (16)
- Sociology (16)
- Biomedical Sciences (16)
- Marketing (16)
- Music (15)
- Energy Engineering (15)
- Mathematics (14)
- Artificial Intelligence (14)
- Cultural Studies (13)
- Finance and Accounting (13)
- Philosophy (12)
- Political Science (11)
- Religious Studies (11)
- Physics (11)
- Pharmacy (10)
- Agriculture (10)
- Nutrition and Dietetics (10)
Frequently asked questions
- How many universities does Dublin have?
- Our index lists 5 universities in Dublin with 1,229 study programmes between them, 1,229 taught in English.
- Is Dublin affordable for students?
- Dublin scores 2/10 on affordability in our City Life Index. Students in Ireland spend roughly €1,163 a month on living costs. Full breakdown: Cost of studying in Ireland.
Last updated 2026-08-17.