University College Dublin
University College Dublin (UCD) is one of Ireland’s leading public research universities, located in Dublin. Established in 1854, it is among the oldest and largest universities in Ireland, known for its strong academic reputation, research excellence, and global outlook.
UCD is considered a research-intensive, globally engaged university with more than 38,000 students from over 150 countries, making it highly international.
The university offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in fields such as:
- Business & Management
- Engineering & Technology
- Science & Medicine
- Law & Social Sciences
- Agriculture & Veterinary Science
UCD’s main campus (Belfield) is one of the largest urban campuses in Europe, featuring modern facilities like the O’Brien Centre for Science and Sutherland School of Law.
🌍 Global Rankings (Latest)
UCD consistently ranks among the top universities worldwide:
- #118 in QS World University Rankings 2026
- 201–250 in Times Higher Education (THE) Rankings 2026
- Top 1% of universities globally
- #231 globally (EduRank 2025)
- #1 in Ireland (EduRank 2025)
📈 The university has shown a steady upward trend in QS rankings, improving over recent years (from #126 to #118).
🏆 Subject & Special Rankings
UCD is particularly strong in several subject areas:
- Top 50 globally (QS Subject Rankings) in multiple disciplines
- Veterinary Science ranked among the top 25 globally (QS earlier rankings)
- Strong rankings in:
- Business & Management
- Agriculture & Veterinary
- Engineering & Technology
🌱 Sustainability & Employability
- #49 in the world for Sustainability (QS 2025) and #1 in Ireland
- Top 100 globally for Employment Outcomes
- Highly regarded by employers for graduate skills and job readiness
