What are the minimum academic requirements to study at Griffith College Dublin?

Undergraduate programs typically require 70%, while postgraduate degrees generally seek 60-65% in a relevant qualification. Course-specific requirements may vary.

What English language scores are accepted by Griffith College Dublin?

Griffith College Dublin accepts IELTS (typically PG-6.5/6.0, 6.0/5.5 (with english class) Journalism (PG) / - 7.0/6.5, UG - 6.0/5.5), alongside PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT, and in many courses, Duolingo English Test scores.

What are the tuition fees and initial deposit for Griffith College Dublin?

Indicative tuition fees range from €10000-18000. An initial acceptance deposit of €7500 is usually required to confirm an offer.

Can international graduates work in Ireland after completing a degree at Griffith College Dublin?

Yes. Under Ireland's Third Level Graduate Programme (Stamp 1G), eligible Level 8 Honours Bachelor graduates may stay for up to 12 months, and Level 9 Master's graduates may stay for up to 24 months to work full-time.

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Study at Griffith College Dublin in Ireland

Dublin, Cork & Limerick

Private college with multiple Irish campuses and a broad portfolio spanning business, computing, law, design, journalism and other professional areas.

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Entry requirements

Academic

Undergraduate academic entry: 70%
Postgraduate academic entry: 60-65%
Backlogs: 4 (For Computer related courses 0 backlogs)

English language tests

IELTS: PG-6.5/6.0, 6.0/5.5 (with english class) Journalism (PG) / - 7.0/6.5, UG - 6.0/5.5
PTE: PG -56/46, Journalism(PG) - 66/56 - UG - 46/36
TOEFL: PG -79/15, Journalism(PG)-94/20, UG 60/12 -TOEFL IBT
Duolingo: PG - 120/105,Journalism(PG) -130/120, UG - 105/95

Fees & scholarships

Application fee: No application fee
Indicative fee range: €10,000–18,000
Scholarship / bursary range: €1,500–4,000
Initial deposit: €7,500

Who it suits

Students wanting a broad private-college choice with Dublin, Cork and Limerick options.

Study areas

Business
Computing
Law
Journalism/media
Design
Hospitality and foundation pathways

Why study at GCD

Multi-campus choice
Broad subject portfolio
International orientation
Published scholarship/bursary mechanisms

Please note: course-specific entry requirements, tuition fees and deadlines vary by faculty and intake. Study Window advisers confirm the criteria with GCD admissions before your application is submitted.

Frequently asked questions about GCD

What are the minimum academic requirements for Griffith College Dublin?

Undergraduate degrees generally expect a minimum of 70%, while postgraduate Master's applicants typically need 60-65% in an honours degree. Specific programmes may have higher thresholds.

What are the English language test score requirements?

Griffith College Dublin typically requires IELTS PG-6.5/6.0, 6.0/5.5 (with english class) Journalism (PG) / - 7.0/6.5, UG - 6.0/5.5, or equivalent results in PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT, or Duolingo English Test (DET).

Can I work in Ireland while studying and after graduation?

Yes. Under Ireland's Stamp 2 student permission, you can work up to 20 hours per week during term time and 40 hours during holidays. After graduation, the Third Level Graduate Scheme provides 1 year (Level 8 Honours Bachelor) or 2 years (Level 9 Master's) of full-time work permission.

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