Tawjihi entry
NCI's Jordan page accepts the Tawjihi (General Secondary Education Certificate) with an average of at least 77% for Year 1 of a bachelor's degree.
Partner university · Dublin, Ireland
National College of Ireland
A small Dublin institution in the docklands financial district, focused on business, computing and accountancy.
From EUR 12,000Undergraduate fee per year
Founded 1951Higher education institution
About the university
Why students choose National College of Ireland
A small Dublin institution in the docklands financial district, focused on business, computing and accountancy.
We apply here for direct entry. Entry requirements vary by programme, so the first step is a review of your transcripts and English score against the specific course you want.
Tuition, entry requirements and intake dates differ by programme and change each year. Ask us for the current figures for the course you are considering rather than relying on published averages.
Ways inDirect entry
Photos: National College of Ireland, used with permission. Founding year and student numbers are from Wikidata.
Entry requirements
Applying from Jordan
Other routes into Year 1
A Levels, the IB, a 2-3 year Jordanian community college certificate or diploma, or a recognised Irish/UK international foundation course also give Year 1 entry.
Master's entry
Master's programmes need a recognised bachelor's with at least a 2:2 and a CGPA of 2.8/4.0 or 3.0/5.0, plus NCI's English requirements.
Advanced Diploma holders
An Advanced Diploma with exceptional grades and relevant work experience may be considered for some taught master's.
Visa deadline
Students who need an entry visa for Ireland should apply by 31 October 2026.
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Guidance only: meeting a requirement does not guarantee an offer, and each course sets its own grades and English level. Checked October 2026.
Fees and scholarships
What National College of Ireland costs
Fee period: Current (revised annually)
Fees are fixed for new international students on multi-year programmes.
International (overseas) fees per year, as published by the university at ncirl.ie. Ask us to confirm the fee for your course.
UndergraduateEUR 12,000 - 14,000per year
PostgraduateEUR 17,000per year
Masters Academic Merit ScholarshipUp to €5,000All international master's offer holders are assessed automatically on previous academic performance.
Undergraduate Academic Scholarship€2,000 to €3,000 per yearInternational students joining a bachelor's from Year 1, assessed automatically on transcripts and other criteria.
Higher Diploma Scholarship€4,000Offer holders for the Higher Diploma in Science in Computing or Data Analytics, assessed automatically.
Young Future Leaders Programme Scholarship€3,000 per yearInternational undergraduate entrants from Year 1 who hold a Young Future Leaders Programme participation certificate.Programmes
Popular courses at National College of Ireland
BSc (Honours) in Data Science
4 years Course page
MSc in Business Analytics for Decision Makers
1 year full-time Course page
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A selection from the university's own course pages. Durations and intakes can change; we confirm the details for your year when we apply. Checked October 2026.
How it works
Your application to National College of Ireland, step by step
- 1
Free consultation
We look at your grades, English and budget, and tell you honestly whether National College of Ireland is realistic.
- 2
Choose your course and route
We match you to the right course and intake.
- 3
Application and offer
We prepare and submit the application and follow it through to an offer.
- 4
Scholarship check
We check the university's scholarships and discounts against your profile.
- 5
Student visa
Financial evidence and documents prepared to the current requirements.
- 6
Arrival
Accommodation, the pre-departure briefing and what to expect when you land.
Questions
Studying at National College of Ireland: common questions
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Ask on WhatsAppHow much does National College of Ireland cost for international students?
International undergraduate fees start from EUR 12,000 a year and go up to EUR 14,000, depending on the course. Fees are fixed for new international students on multi-year programmes.
Does National College of Ireland offer scholarships to international students?
Yes. Masters Academic Merit Scholarship (Up to €5,000); Undergraduate Academic Scholarship (€2,000 to €3,000 per year); Higher Diploma Scholarship (€4,000); Young Future Leaders Programme Scholarship (€3,000 per year). We check which ones fit your profile when we build your application.
Is there a foundation route into National College of Ireland?
GESCO applies to National College of Ireland by direct entry. Ask us about alternatives if your grades are not there yet.
Where is National College of Ireland?
National College of Ireland is in Dublin, Ireland. It was founded in 1951.
Does GESCO charge me to apply to National College of Ireland?
The first consultation is free. GESCO applies to National College of Ireland directly. Ask us about any service fees before you start.
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- No obligation. If GESCO is not the right route for you, we will say so
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