National College of Ireland (NCI) campus
Dublin, Ireland
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National College of Ireland (NCI)

Dublin·public·Est. 1951
Affordable

55

Acceptance rate

35

Intl. students

$11,000

Tuition/yr

8,000

Enrollment

About National College of Ireland (NCI)

National College of Ireland (NCI) is a specialist higher education institution located in the IFSC (International Financial Services Centre) in Dublin's Docklands — in the heart of Ireland's financial and tech quarter. Founded in 1951, NCI is known for practical, career-focused programs in computing, business, data analytics, supply chain management, and financial services. With 35% international students, NCI has developed one of Ireland's most internationally experienced campus cultures and runs extensive professional networking events connecting students directly to IFSC employers.

NCI's location in Dublin's Docklands places students within walking distance of EMEA headquarters for Citi, Bank of America, State Street, Barclays, and dozens of fintech firms — all of which recruit from NCI's finance and data analytics programs. Programs are designed for working professionals and recent graduates alike, with many part-time and blended delivery options. Non-EU tuition of €9,500–12,000/year is among the most competitive in Dublin, and NCI's smaller campus (8,000 students) means more direct faculty and career support.

For Nepali students

  • IFSC location — Citi, Bank of America, Barclays, State Street, and 200+ financial firms within walking distance; NCI students are first in line for campus recruitment
  • Among the most affordable Dublin options at €9,500–12,000/year non-EU — significant savings vs TCD/UCD for finance and computing programs
  • 35% international student body — established Nepali and South Asian student communities; practical support networks already in place
  • Computing and data analytics programs aligned with Dublin's dominant tech economy — excellent employment outcomes for graduates
  • 24-month TLGP post-study work permission in Dublin city — Ireland's financial and tech capital

Programs(6)

MSc Supply Chain Management

Business & Management
Master's~$11k/yrIELTS 6+

MSc Financial Services

Business & Management
Master's~$11k/yrIELTS 6+
Master's~$11k/yrIELTS 6+
Master's~$11k/yrIELTS 6+

MSc Data Analytics

Data Science & Analytics
Master's~$11k/yrIELTS 6+

MSc Cloud Computing

Computer Science & IT
Master's~$11k/yrIELTS 6+

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Admission requirements — Nepali equivalents

A rough translation of the published minimums for Nepali applicants:

GPA 3.060%+ in NEB +2, B+ average in Cambridge A-levels, or Second Division in a TU bachelor's degree.
GPA 3.370%+ in NEB +2 or First Division in a TU bachelor's degree.
GPA 3.675%+ in NEB +2 or First Division with Distinction in a TU bachelor's degree.
IELTS 6.5The most common graduate minimum — achievable with 2–3 months of focused preparation. IELTS 7.0+ needed for the most competitive programs.

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