University College Dublin

QS #118 • Triple Crown Business School

Dublin, Ireland

University College Dublin

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University College Dublin (UCD) is Ireland's largest and most internationally renowned university, founded in 1854. Ranked #118 in the 2026 QS World University Rankings, UCD is home to over 38,000 students from 130+ countries. The university boasts the globally top-ranked Smurfit Business School, which holds the prestigious "Triple Crown" accreditation (AACSB, EQUIS, and AMBA). UCD is a member of the World Universities Network and Universitas 21, with multiple disciplines ranked among the world's best. The university has produced numerous Nobel Prize winners, Irish presidents and prime ministers, and renowned literary figures such as James Joyce. As a key supplier of talent to Ireland's high-tech industry, UCD graduates demonstrate exceptional employability, with employment rates reaching 94% overall and 97% for business and computer science graduates.See More

#118

QS World University Rankings 2026

Triple Crown

Smurfit Business School Accreditation

94%

Graduate Employment Rate

38,000+

Students from 130+ Countries

Campuses

University College Dublin operates two main campuses, each offering unique learning environments and specialized facilities.

Belfield Campus

Smurfit Campus

Location

Belfield, Dublin 4, Ireland

Nearby

Located approximately 4km south of Dublin city centre, the Belfield campus is set in a beautiful 133-hectare parkland setting. The campus is close to the vibrant Donnybrook and Ballsbridge areas, with easy access to shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions.

Getting Here

Easily accessible by Dublin Bus, DART (Dublin Area Rapid Transit), and car. The campus is well-connected to Dublin Airport (30 minutes by car) and Dublin city centre (15 minutes by bus). UCD has its own bus service connecting the campus to the city.

Faculties

Home to six colleges: College of Arts and Humanities, College of Business, College of Social Sciences and Law, College of Science, College of Engineering and Architecture, and College of Health and Agricultural Sciences. The campus hosts over 700 courses across undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

About

The Belfield campus is UCD's main campus, combining Victorian architecture with state-of-the-art modern facilities. It features world-class research centers, libraries, sports facilities, and student accommodation. The campus has been recognized by Times Higher Education as one of the world's most beautiful campuses, offering an inspiring environment for over 30,000 students.

Spring

Mar - May

8-16°C

Summer

Jun - Aug

14-20°C

Autumn

Sep - Nov

8-16°C

Winter

Dec - Feb

4-9°C

Season	Months	Temperature
Spring	Mar - May	8-16°C
Summer	Jun - Aug	14-20°C
Autumn	Sep - Nov	8-16°C
Winter	Dec - Feb	4-9°C

Flights to/from Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) ↔ Dublin (DUB)

MYR 3,500-5,500

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) ↔ London Heathrow (LHR) → Dublin (DUB)

MYR 3,200-5,000

Penang (PEN) ↔ Dublin (DUB)

MYR 4,000-6,500

Location

Blackrock, County Dublin, Ireland

Nearby

Located in the affluent coastal suburb of Blackrock, approximately 8km south of Dublin city centre. The area offers a peaceful residential environment with excellent amenities, restaurants, and easy access to the coast. The campus is close to the DART railway line for convenient city access.

Getting Here

Easily accessible by DART (Blackrock station), Dublin Bus, and car. The campus is well-connected to Dublin Airport (40 minutes by car) and Dublin city centre (20 minutes by DART). Free parking is available on campus.

Faculties

Home to the prestigious Smurfit Business School, offering specialized postgraduate business programs including MBA, Executive MBA, and specialized master's degrees in finance, marketing, management, and business analytics. The school maintains strong connections with leading global corporations.

About

The Smurfit Campus is dedicated exclusively to graduate business education, providing a focused and professional learning environment. The campus features state-of-the-art facilities including modern lecture theatres, case study rooms, and collaborative spaces designed for business education. As Ireland's only Triple Crown accredited business school, Smurfit offers world-class MBA and specialized master's programs that attract students from around the globe.

Spring

Mar - May

8-16°C

Summer

Jun - Aug

14-20°C

Autumn

Sep - Nov

8-16°C

Winter

Dec - Feb

4-9°C

Flights to/from Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) ↔ Dublin (DUB)

MYR 3,500-5,500

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) ↔ London Heathrow (LHR) → Dublin (DUB)

MYR 3,200-5,000

Penang (PEN) ↔ Dublin (DUB)

MYR 4,000-6,500

Living Costs Estimation

Based on Irish government guidelines and official estimates. Costs are calculated in real-time using current exchange rates (EUR to MYR).

Belfield Campus

Accommodation (per month)

€600-€1,200 MYR 0

Food & Groceries (per month)

€250-€400 MYR 0

Transport (per month)

€50-€100 MYR 0

Utilities & Bills (per month)

€80-€150 MYR 0

Personal & Leisure (per month)

€150-€300 MYR 0

Total Monthly Living Cost

€1,130-€2,150 MYR 0

* Based on Irish government student living cost estimates for Dublin

Smurfit Campus

Accommodation (per month)

€700-€1,300 MYR 0

Food & Groceries (per month)

€250-€400 MYR 0

Transport (per month)

€60-€120 MYR 0

Utilities & Bills (per month)

€80-€150 MYR 0

Personal & Leisure (per month)

€150-€300 MYR 0

Total Monthly Living Cost

€1,240-€2,270 MYR 0

* Based on Irish government student living cost estimates for Dublin (Blackrock area)

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