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Griffith College

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Type
Public University
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Students
International

Griffith College: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Griffith College is a public institution in Ireland with campuses in Dublin, Cork, and Limerick. It suits students who want a multi-campus option in Ireland and need to confirm the current programme offer directly with the university.

  2. What you can study

    Griffith College operates across three campuses in Dublin, Cork, and Limerick. The programme catalogue is still being compiled, so confirm the subjects and awards currently open to international applicants on the university website.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should check the official website for the current application route, entry requirements, and any document list. The university website is the place to confirm whether your qualification is accepted, how to apply, and any deadlines or course-specific conditions.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a fee for international students; confirm the current rate with its admissions office. Living costs in Ireland will depend on the city and your accommodation choice, so plan for housing, transport, food, and course materials separately.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not stated, so confirm that with the university before applying. Also check whether your qualification is accepted, what documents you need, how visa timing affects your application, and which campus your programme is based at.

  6. How it compares

    Ireland has 28 universities, so Griffith College sits in a relatively small national higher-education market. Its three-campus footprint in Dublin, Cork, and Limerick gives it a wider geographic spread than a single-city provider, which may matter if you want location flexibility.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Griffith College

Where is Griffith College located?

It has one campus in Dublin and one each in Cork and Limerick.

What country is Griffith College in?

Ireland.

What is the university website?

http://www.gcd.ie/

How many universities are in Ireland?

28.

Overview

Griffith College Dublin (GCD) is one of the longest-established private third level colleges in Dublin, Ireland, and the largest such institution in the country. Begun as Business and Accounting Training in 1974, and having started to award degrees in 1990, it today has three campuses, one in Dublin, and one each in Cork and Limerick, the latter two based on acquisitions.

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for Ireland.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

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