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BA (Honours) Business Studies

icd-business-school · Dublin, Ireland · Bachelor's (undergraduate)

Researched 28 Oct 2026

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Level

Bachelor's

Duration

4 years (240 ECTS)

Tuition / year

€8,500 (≈ ₹9 lakh)

Intakes

September; February

Course overview

BA (Honours) Business Studies is a undergraduate (bachelor's) course in business & management at icd-business-school in Dublin, Ireland. It takes 4 years (240 ECTS), with intakes in September; February.

icd-business-school is a private institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.

Key highlights

Key highlights
Universityicd-business-school (Private)
LocationDublin, Ireland
CourseBA (Honours) Business Studies
LevelBachelor's (undergraduate)
Subject areaBusiness & Management
Duration4 years (240 ECTS)
Tuition per year€8,500 (≈ ₹9 lakh)
IntakesSeptember; February
English requirementIELTS 6.0 minimum; Cambridge, TOEFL and Pearson tests also accepted; QQI TIE also accepted

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Fees and costs

Tuition for international students is €8,500 a year, about ₹9 lakh. Over 4 years that is roughly €34,000 (≈ ₹36 lakh) before any yearly increase.

2026/27 non-EU fee for year 1; years 2 to 4 are €4,300 each

Living costs near the university

Living costs
CostIn EURApprox. in rupees
Host family (optional)Plus a €50 one-off admin cost€300–350per week≈ ₹31,800 – ₹37,100
Living costs in Dublin (ICD 2025 estimate)€13,800–19,440per year≈ ₹14.6 lakh – ₹20.6 lakh
Private medical insuranceNeeded before arrival€500–700per year≈ ₹53,000 – ₹74,200
ICD administration fee€200one-off≈ ₹21,200

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.

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Eligibility

General entry requirements at icd-business-school for bachelor's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.

  • Non-EU applicants apply directly to ICD by email, using their school-leaving qualifications.
  • Advanced entry: a QQI level 6 business award (GPA 2.65+) or equivalent can enter stage 2 of the BA (Honours) Business Studies; a level 7 ordinary degree in business can enter year 4.
  • Tuition must be paid in full before the course starts, as needed for the visa or a permission renewal.

English requirements

For this course: IELTS 6.0 minimum; Cambridge, TOEFL and Pearson tests also accepted; QQI TIE also accepted.

English tests accepted
TestWhat the university asks for
IELTS6.0 minimum
Other testsCambridge, TOEFL and Pearson (PTE) accepted; ICD does not publish the equivalent scores, so confirm before booking
QQI TIEAccepted for the BA (Honours) Business Studies

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Intakes

This course starts in: September; February.

Upcoming intakes and deadlines in Ireland

How to apply

  1. Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
  2. Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
  3. Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
  4. Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
  5. Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
  6. Apply for your student visa for Ireland, then arrange accommodation.

Documents you'll need

  • Passport copy
  • School-leaving and degree certificates and transcripts
  • IELTS or equivalent score
  • ACCA exemption records if applying on that basis

About icd-business-school

ICD Business School is a small private college in Dublin city centre, established in 2001 to provide third-level qualifications in business and accounting. Its awards are validated by QQI at levels 8 and 9 of the Irish framework.

ICD is best known for accounting with ACCA links. Its BA (Honours) Accounting and Finance and BA (Honours) Business Studies include ACCA tuition and exemptions, and its MA in Accounting and Finance holds ACCA 'Embedded' status, so learners can sit the ACCA Professional papers alongside the degree.

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FAQs

What is the fee for BA (Honours) Business Studies at icd-business-school?

The tuition for international students is €8,500 a year (about ₹9 lakh). 2026/27 non-EU fee for year 1; years 2 to 4 are €4,300 each. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.

How long is BA (Honours) Business Studies?

The course takes 4 years (240 ECTS).

What English score do I need?

IELTS 6.0 minimum; Cambridge, TOEFL and Pearson tests also accepted; QQI TIE also accepted. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.

When can I start?

Intakes: September; February. 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.

  1. icd-business-school: BA (Honours) Business Studies (opens in a new tab)
  2. ICD Business School: combined price list, non-EU fees 2026/27 (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
  3. ICD Business School: homepage (opens in a new tab)
  4. ICD Business School: MA in Accounting and Finance (opens in a new tab)
  5. ICD Business School: Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting & Financial Services (opens in a new tab)

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