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The lakes and countrysides, along with a rich cultural heritage and an ethos that has survived over centuries, make Ireland one of the world’s choicest destinations to be in.
As icing on the cake, it has premium institutions of learning that make this small country a sought-after destination for higher studies. Here is an overview of some of the top-notch and most reputed universities.
University College Dublin
University College Dublin originates from the Catholic University of Ireland, established in 1854. With an impressive figure of 33,000+ students presently studying in its premises, the university has 5 colleges, 34 schools and 18 research institutes. It has a reputation for producing renowned alumni.
Trinity College Dublin
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Founded in 1592, Trinity College Dublin is one of the oldest institutions in Ireland and is classified as one of the seven “ancient universities” in the UK and Ireland. Being the only constituent college of the University of Dublin, it was constructed on the prestigious Universities of Oxford and Cambridge.
Trinity College, Dublin, stands as the most reputed and the premier University of Ireland, with more than 17,000 students presently pursuing its education programmes. The University boasts of three faculties:
- Engineering, Mathematics and Sciences
- Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
- Health Sciences
University College Cork
Officially renamed the National University of Ireland, Cork, it was the world’s first university conferred with the international Green Flag for environmental sustainability in 2010. It is well-known for its sterling academic performance.
National University of Ireland, Galway
The Galway’s National University of Ireland is highly esteemed in academic circles. With more than 17,000 students currently studying at the university, it has an enviable reputation of offering a plethora of off-beat courses like a Bachelor’s in Podiatry or a BE/ME in Sport and Exercise Engineering.
Dublin City University
Founded in 1975, Dublin City University was conferred with university status in 1989. Nevertheless, it has grown exponentially, and more than 16,000 students are currently pursuing a full-time education here. The university is known to have top-notch on-campus facilities.
These are the top colleges in Ireland for international students. Check out their respective programs for making a better decision.