Course overview
Bachelor of Business (Level 7 NFQ) is a undergraduate (bachelor's) course in business & management at dorset-college in Dublin, Ireland. It takes 3 years (full time), with intakes in 11 January 2027, 13 September 2027.
dorset-college is a private institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | dorset-college (Private) |
|---|---|
| Location | Dublin, Ireland |
| Course | Bachelor of Business (Level 7 NFQ) |
| Level | Bachelor's (undergraduate) |
| Subject area | Business & Management |
| Duration | 3 years (full time) |
| Tuition per year | €7,250 (≈ ₹7.7 lakh) |
| Intakes | 11 January 2027, 13 September 2027 |
| English requirement | IELTS 6.0 (CEFR B2+), PTE Academic 59 or TOEIC 700–720 |
Interested in Bachelor of Business (Level 7 NFQ)?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is €7,250 a year, about ₹7.7 lakh. Over 3 years that is roughly €21,750 (≈ ₹23.1 lakh) before any yearly increase.
Non-EU fee on the Dorset College course page; the page does not say whether it is per year and notes that fees are reviewed annually
Living costs near the university
| Cost | In EUR | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose-built student residenceDorset living-costs guide | €900–1,200per month | ≈ ₹95,400 – ₹1.3 lakh |
| Private rental, shared roomDorset living-costs guide | €600–900per month | ≈ ₹63,600 – ₹95,400 |
| Private rental, single occupancyDorset living-costs guide | €900–1,400per month | ≈ ₹95,400 – ₹1.5 lakh |
| Total living costs with shared accommodationDorset estimate including food, transport and bills | €1,220–1,840per month | ≈ ₹1.3 lakh – ₹2 lakh |
| Learner protection (PEL) feeHigher education students, paid at registration | €150per year | ≈ ₹15,900 |
Living costs for Ireland as a whole: €12,000–18,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsEligibility
General entry requirements at dorset-college for bachelor's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- Overseas school results, including Indian Class 12, must be accepted as equivalent to the Irish Leaving Certificate (at least five O6/H7 grades, including Mathematics and a language) through NARIC Ireland.
- Applicants aged 23 or over can be assessed on prior learning and work experience.
- January starters on the Bachelor of Business join Year 2 with the previous September group.
English requirements
For this course: IELTS 6.0 (CEFR B2+), PTE Academic 59 or TOEIC 700–720.
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.0 overall (CEFR B2+) or equivalent |
| PTE Academic | 59 |
| TOEIC | 700–720 |
| College test | Applicants whose first language is not English may be asked to sit the Dorset College English Competency Test. |
Intakes
This course starts in: 11 January 2027, 13 September 2027.
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in IrelandHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for Ireland, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets (and degree or diploma transcripts for the honours top-up)
- English test result; you may also be asked to sit Dorset's English competency test
About dorset-college
Dorset College Dublin is a small, independent college established in 1983. Its main campus is in Georgian buildings on Belvedere Place, by Mountjoy Square on Dublin's north side, and it has four buildings within walking distance of each other. Its degrees are QQI awards, and it also runs an English language school and professional courses.
For international students Dorset offers a short list of full-time degrees in business and computing: a three-year Bachelor of Business (Level 7), a three-year BSc in Computing (Level 7), and a one-year Bachelor of Business (Honours) in International Business (Level 8) for students who already hold a Level 7 business qualification. Classes are small and taught face to face.
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FAQs
What is the fee for Bachelor of Business (Level 7 NFQ) at dorset-college?
The tuition for international students is €7,250 a year (about ₹7.7 lakh). Non-EU fee on the Dorset College course page; the page does not say whether it is per year and notes that fees are reviewed annually. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is Bachelor of Business (Level 7 NFQ)?
The course takes 3 years (full time).
What English score do I need?
IELTS 6.0 (CEFR B2+), PTE Academic 59 or TOEIC 700–720. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: 11 January 2027, 13 September 2027. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.
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