Technological University Dublin
Ollscoil Teicneolaíochta Bhaile Átha Cliath
Ireland's first technological university: five Dublin campuses and hands-on degrees, centred on Grangegorman.
- Students
- 28,500
- International
- 22%
- of students
- Student–faculty
- 17.0:1
- ratio
- Tuition
- €11,650
- From · 2026-27
- Founded
- 2019
About TU Dublin
Technological University Dublin was established on 1 January 2019 as Ireland's first technological university, bringing together Dublin Institute of Technology, the Institute of Technology Blanchardstown and the Institute of Technology Tallaght. Its history stretches back more than 130 years through colleges such as Bolton Street and Kevin Street. With about 28,500 students, it is Dublin's second-largest university, spread across five campuses: the new city-centre hub at Grangegorman, plus Aungier Street, Bolton Street, Blanchardstown and Tallaght.
TU Dublin is organised in five faculties: Arts and Humanities; Business; Computing, Digital and Data; Engineering and Built Environment; and Sciences and Health. It is strongest in applied subjects, from engineering and architecture to culinary arts, music, film and optometry, and works with more than 800 industry partners on co-designed programmes, placements and apprenticeships. It offers a ladder of Level 6 higher certificates, Level 7 ordinary degrees and Level 8 honours degrees.
In 2026 Round 1, Level 8 CAO points ranged from 211 (Business general entry at Blanchardstown) to 635 for Architecture, and higher for portfolio-assessed courses such as Fine Art (689). TU Dublin produces over 7,000 graduates a year. It suits practical, career-focused students who want to study in the city.
Féidearthachtaí as Cuimse
“Go Beyond Learning (official English motto)” — university motto
Why students choose TU Dublin
More than 800 industry partners co-design programmes and provide placements, live projects and internships.
Its alumni list spans film (Domhnall Gleeson, Caitríona Balfe), food (Darina Allen) and sport (Paul McGinley), reflecting unusually broad creative and applied programmes.
The Grangegorman campus puts most students in Dublin city centre, with other campuses at Aungier Street, Bolton Street, Blanchardstown and Tallaght.
The Athlete Support Programme can admit talented athletes on up to 10% reduced CAO points, alongside more than 40 sports clubs.
Admissions
2027 entry
Selectivity
TU Dublin does not publish an offer rate. EU applicants compete through the CAO on points, which vary widely by course: in 2026 Round 1, e.g. 367 for Journalism (TU985), 423 for Computer Science (TU856), 510 for Engineering general entry (TU805), 566 for Optometry (TU871) and 635 for Architecture (TU832, with portfolio).
Typical entry requirements
| Irish Leaving Certificate | Course-specific minimums (two or three H5 honours for Level 8, plus subjects such as Maths); places then go on points from your best six subjects in one sitting, with 25 bonus points for Higher Level Maths at H6 or above |
|---|---|
| GCE A-levels | Accepted through the CAO and converted to CAO points; course subject requirements apply, and competitive courses need well above the minimum |
| IB Diploma | Level 8: 24 points including three HL subjects at 5 and three SL at 4 (three-honours courses); points guideline is IB score / 45 x 600, plus 25 bonus points for HL Maths at 4 or above |
| English language | IELTS 6 · TOEFL iBT 80 Undergraduate minimum: IELTS Academic 6.0 with no component below 6; TOEFL iBT 80 (21 in writing) for tests before 21 January 2026; Duolingo 120 (110 per subscore). Some courses need more, e.g. IELTS 6.5 for Accounting and 7 for Business and Law, Film and Broadcasting, and Human Nutrition and Dietetics. |
Deadlines
- CAO normal closing date (EU) Non-binding Next deadline · In ~4 months1 February 2027, 17:00 Irish time
€50 CAO fee; discounted €35 up to 20 January 2027. Restricted courses (portfolio, audition, interview) must be listed by this date.
- CAO late applications Non-binding In ~7 months1 May 2027, 17:00 Irish time
Late application facility opens on 5 March 2027; restricted courses cannot be added.
- Non-EU direct application (International Admissions) Non-bindingLate June 2027 (date not yet published)
For September 2026 entry the closing date was Friday 26 June 2026; some courses close earlier when full. Allow up to 12 weeks for a visa.
CAO dates are from the CAO Handbook 2027. The non-EU deadline for 2027 entry had not been published on 29 September 2026; the 2026 date is shown for guidance. Athlete Support Programme applicants must also apply through the CAO and submit a separate ASP form.
How to apply
EU applicants (and anyone taking the Irish Leaving Certificate) apply through the CAO. Non-EU applicants apply online to the International Admissions Office through the course page (€50 non-refundable fee), uploading transcripts, English test results, a CV and a statement of purpose; offers are conditional or firm, and a 50% tuition deposit (or €6,000, whichever is greater) secures a place.
What admissions looks for
- For CAO applicants, points from the best six Leaving Certificate subjects in one sitting (or A-level/IB equivalents), after meeting minimum entry requirements.
- Specific subject grades where a course requires them, such as Maths for engineering and computing.
- For restricted courses, a strong portfolio, audition or interview.
- For non-EU applicants, school results and English proficiency assessed individually against the course's minimum requirements.
Tips for applying to TU Dublin
- 1 Check whether your course is restricted: Architecture and Design - Visual Communication need portfolios, and Drama and Commercial Modern Music need auditions, all generally held March to May.
- 2 Consider the Level 7 ordinary degree or Level 6 higher certificate routes if your points are borderline: TU Dublin offers many subjects at Levels 6, 7 and 8.
- 3 Non-EU applicants should apply early: courses can close before the June deadline and visas can take 12 weeks.
- 4 Athletes of county standard or above should apply for the Athlete Support Programme, which can reduce CAO points by up to 10%.
Costs & financial aid
2026-27 · figures in EUR
EU students who meet the Free Fees Initiative criteria pay only the student contribution, which a SUSI grant can cover. TU Dublin Foundation scholarships, funded by donors and alumni, are open to registered students in each faculty, and the Athlete Support Programme offers financial awards and reduced-points entry. Non-EU students pay at least 50% of tuition (or €6,000) up front and the rest by 31 January.
- €2,500 after the €500 Budget 2026 reduction
- EU student contribution (Free Fees, 2026/27)
- 50% of tuition or €6,000, whichever is greater
- Non-EU deposit
- Up to 10% reduced CAO points plus a financial award
- Athlete Support Programme
Academics
Academic calendar: Semesters
Architecture (BArch, TU832)
Five-year degree at Bolton Street, entered by portfolio; 635 CAO points in 2026.
Optometry (BSc, TU871)
Four-year honours degree at Grangegorman; 566 CAO points in 2026.
Engineering general entry (BEng, TU805)
General-entry engineering honours degree across Bolton Street and Grangegorman; 510 CAO points in 2026 and €14,500 a year for non-EU students.
Film and Broadcasting (BA, TU983)
Honours degree at Grangegorman (IELTS 7 for international applicants); 469 CAO points in 2026; alumni include Domhnall Gleeson (media arts).
Computer Science (BSc, TU856)
Four-year honours degree at Grangegorman; 423 CAO points in 2026 and €13,500 a year for non-EU students.
Commercial Modern Music (BMus, TU961)
Delivered with BIMM at Francis Street and entered by audition.
Research
- TU Dublin's technology transfer and incubation activity has created over 400 businesses with an economic value of almost €700 million.
- It earned a Gold STARS rating from AASHE and ranks 17th of nearly 600 institutions worldwide for sustainability.
- Researchers contribute to policy and standards and work with more than 800 industry partners.
Schools & faculties
- Faculty of Arts and Humanities
- Faculty of Business
- Faculty of Computing, Digital and Data
- Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment
- Faculty of Sciences and Health
TU Dublin produces over 7,000 graduates a year and works with more than 800 industry partners on placements, live projects and apprenticeships; it publishes no graduate employment percentage on the pages checked.
Student life
TU Dublin life depends on your campus: Grangegorman is a new city-centre quarter built around restored 19th-century buildings and green space, Aungier Street and Bolton Street are in the heart of the city, and Blanchardstown and Tallaght serve west and south Dublin. There are more than 40 sports clubs, from water sports to adventure sports, and the Athlete Support Programme supports Olympic, Paralympic and inter-county athletes. Culinary, music, drama and film students run shows, performances and events across the year.
- More than 40 sports clubs and an accredited Athlete Support Programme.
- Five campuses across Dublin, with Grangegorman as the main hub.
- Students from over 100 countries.
- Conservatoire, culinary and film programmes with public performances and events.
Location
Dublin is Ireland's capital and largest city, and all five TU Dublin campuses are within Dublin city and county. TU Dublin's Grangegorman campus is a short walk from the city centre, while Blanchardstown and Tallaght are suburban campuses in west and south Dublin. TU Dublin's international office runs living-in-Ireland and accommodation webinars for incoming students, so start your housing search early.
Nearest airport: Dublin Airport (DUB)
Notable alumni
- DG Domhnall GleesonActor and writer; BA in Media Arts from Dublin Institute of Technology
- CB Caitríona BalfeActor (Outlander, Belfast); studied drama at Dublin Institute of Technology
- DM Daryl McCormackActor; trained at the DIT Conservatory of Music and Drama
- DA Darina AllenChef and founder of Ballymaloe Cookery School; hotel management graduate of Dublin Institute of Technology
- PM Paul McGinleyProfessional golfer and winning European Ryder Cup captain; studied at Dublin Institute of Technology
- AB Angela BradyArchitect and past President of the Royal Institute of British Architects; studied at the School of Architecture
- BD Bryan DobsonRTÉ broadcaster; media course at Rathmines College of Commerce (a DIT college)
- EK Ellen KeaneParalympic swimming champion; studied at Dublin Institute of Technology
Frequently asked questions
How do I apply to TU Dublin?
EU applicants and anyone taking the Irish Leaving Certificate apply through the CAO (normal closing date 1 February 2027). Non-EU applicants apply online through the course page to the International Admissions Office, with a €50 fee.
How many CAO points do you need for TU Dublin?
It varies widely. In 2026 Round 1, Journalism needed 367, Computer Science 423, Engineering general entry 510, Optometry 566 and Architecture 635 (with portfolio).
How much are TU Dublin fees for international students?
For 2026/27, non-EU fees are €13,500 a year for most honours degrees, €14,500 for courses such as Architecture and Engineering, and €21,886 for Human Nutrition and Dietetics.
What IELTS score does TU Dublin require?
The undergraduate minimum is IELTS 6.0 with no component below 6, but some courses ask for 6.5 or 7.
What is the TU Dublin deadline for non-EU applicants?
For September 2026 entry it was 26 June 2026, and some courses close earlier when full. Check the course page for the 2027 date.
Sources & methodology
Figures on this page were checked against official university publications, national application services and ranking publishers in September 2026. Each number is shown with the year or admissions cycle it describes. Always confirm deadlines and fees on the university's own website before applying.
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