National College of Ireland
Established in
1951Famous For
Business, Computing, Psychology
- Overview
- Services
- Rankings
- Accommodation
- Location
- Courses
- Scholarships
Overview
National College of Ireland (NCI) is a career-focused higher education institution in Dublin’s IFSC district, founded in 1951 and known for business, computing and related professional programmes. It is a relatively small institution, with enrolment commonly reported at around 5,000–6,000 students, and it places a strong emphasis on employability, industry links and practical learning.
NCI’s city-centre setting and modern campus facilities are a major draw for international students who want easy access to both study and work opportunities in Dublin. QS Stars awards NCI an overall 5-star rating, with top marks in areas including employability, facilities, internationalisation, social responsibility and inclusiveness.
Services
NCI provides a dedicated international support route through its International FAQs and International Support Team, with contact points for students who need help before arrival and during their studies.
The college also runs orientation support for new students and offers a pre-arrival programme, which helps students prepare for life and study in Dublin. Academic support is available through the NCI Support Hub, the Learning Support Service, and subject-specific help such as the Computing Support Service and Library Academic Support Centre.
Rankings
NCI has a strong QS Stars profile, with a 5-star overall score and five-star results for employability, facilities, social responsibility, inclusiveness, internationalisation and accounting & finance programme strength. It is also reported in external ranking summaries such as Webometrics and QS subject and regional listings.
Accommodation
NCI does not own or manage student residences, and it does not offer an accommodation placement service, so students arrange housing independently. Options nearby include Canvas Point Campus and Canvas Mayor Square, plus other student residences such as Point Campus, Aparto, Liv Student, Broadstone Hall and Aspen. NCI also points students toward private rental sites and homestays, which can be useful for international arrivals looking for flexibility.
Location
NCI is based in Mayor Square and Spencer Dock in Dublin 1, right in the city centre and within the IFSC area. The campus is well connected by Luas, rail and bus, with Connolly Station about a 10-minute walk away and the Red Line Luas stopping outside the college.
Students are also within easy reach of central Dublin sights, shopping streets and riverside areas, making it a practical base for both study and exploring the city.
Courses offered at National College of Ireland
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