About the university
Independent College Dublin is a private college in Dublin city centre, at The Steelworks on Foley Street, Dublin 1. Its degrees are validated by QQI, Ireland's state qualifications body, and sit at Level 8 (honours bachelor's) and Level 9 (master's) on the Irish National Framework of Qualifications.
The college teaches business and law. Its main degrees are a BA (Hons) in Business Studies with specialisms in accounting and finance, marketing, management or IT, BA (Hons) degrees in Accounting and Finance and in Marketing, a one-year Level 8 International Business top-up, and an MA in Dispute Resolution. It also runs professional law courses such as FE1 exam preparation.
Indian students look at Independent College for its tuition (about €7,200 a year for non-EU students on the BA programmes, as last published), September and February intakes, and a central Dublin location. Note that the MA in Dispute Resolution asks for two years of professional experience.
- Type
- Private college; degrees validated by QQI (Quality and Qualifications Ireland)
- Campus
- Block B, The Steelworks, Foley Street, Dublin 1
- Degrees
- QQI Level 8 honours bachelor's and Level 9 master's in business and law
- Intakes
- September and February for most degrees
- Attendance
- At least 85% attendance needed to keep a student visa (college's international page)
Rankings
Popular courses with Indian students
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- €7,200
- Duration
- 3 years full-time (QQI Level 8)
- Intakes
- September; February
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (CEFR B2+), TOEFL iBT 79, PTE 51.6, Duolingo 105 or Cambridge 170; free online English test available
- Undergraduate
BA (Hons) in Accounting and Finance
- Fee / year
- €7,200
- Duration
- 3 years full-time (QQI Level 8, 180 ECTS)
- Intakes
- September; February
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (CEFR B2+), TOEFL iBT 79, PTE 51.6, Duolingo 105 or Cambridge 170; free online English test available
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- €7,200
- Duration
- 3 years full-time (QQI Level 8)
- Intakes
- September; February
- English
- IELTS 6.0 with no band below 5.5 (CEFR B2+), TOEFL iBT 79, PTE 51.6, Duolingo 105 or Cambridge 170
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- €10,200
- Duration
- 1 year full-time (3 semesters, QQI Level 9); part-time over 4 semesters
- Intakes
- September; February
- English
- IELTS 6.5 (CEFR C1), TOEFL iBT 87, PTE 58.5, Duolingo 120 or Cambridge 184
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (EUR) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| BA (Hons) in Business Studies | 3 years full-time (QQI Level 8) | €7,200 | ≈ ₹7.6 lakh |
| BA (Hons) in Accounting and Finance | 3 years full-time (QQI Level 8, 180 ECTS) | €7,200 | ≈ ₹7.6 lakh |
| BA (Hons) in Marketing | 3 years full-time (QQI Level 8) | €7,200 | ≈ ₹7.6 lakh |
| MA in Dispute Resolution | 1 year full-time (3 semesters, QQI Level 9); part-time over 4 semesters | €10,200 | ≈ ₹10.8 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at Independent College Dublin with similar universities in Ireland.
Scholarships
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- The BA programmes list Irish Leaving Certificate, A-Level, BTEC and QQI routes; overseas qualifications such as Class 12 are compared using the NARIC database on qqi.ie.
- Mature applicants can discuss entry based on work experience.
- International applicants send transcripts, a copy of their passport and an English certificate (IELTS 6.0 or equivalent).
- The one-year BA International Business top-up is for learners with a relevant Level 7 qualification.
Postgraduate
- MA in Dispute Resolution: an upper second-class honours degree (Level 8 or equivalent); lower second-class applicants may be considered.
- At least two years of professional experience, assessed under the college's experiential learning rules.
- Non-law graduates must attend a compulsory bridging event on the Irish legal system before starting.
- Overseas degrees are assessed using the NARIC International Comparison System.
Documents
- Certified copy of passport or birth certificate
- School-leaving certificate (Class 12) and transcripts
- Degree certificate and transcripts (postgraduate)
- Certified English translations of any documents not in English
- English test result (IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Duolingo or Cambridge)
- Completed Independent College application form
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| IELTS | 6.0 for Level 8 bachelor's; 6.5 for Level 9 master's |
| PTE Academic | 51.6 (bachelor's) or 58.5 (MA) |
| TOEFL iBT | 79 (bachelor's) or 87 (MA) |
| Duolingo | 105 (bachelor's) or 120 (MA) |
| College test | A free online English test is available during admissions |
Accommodation and living costs
Independent College does not list its own student housing or rent figures on the pages we checked. Students rent privately in Dublin; start early and check our Ireland guide for typical Dublin rents.
| Item | In EUR | Approx. in rupees |
|---|
Campus and location
Independent College is a single city-centre campus at Block B, The Steelworks, Foley Street, Dublin 1.
- Degrees validated by QQI at NFQ Levels 8 and 9.
- Business degrees offered with in-class and blended learning.
- Professional law courses, including FE1 preparation and legal executive studies.
- A €250 registration fee applies each year to students on a payment plan.
Careers and graduate outcomes
Independent College's business and dispute-resolution graduates look for roles in business, finance, marketing and mediation. The college does not publish graduate-outcome figures on the pages we checked; see our Ireland guide for post-study work rules.
| What | Figure | Source |
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Studying in Ireland
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FAQs
How much are the fees for Indian students?
The course pages show €7,200 a year for non-EU students on the BA programmes (from February 2025) and €10,200 for the MA in Dispute Resolution (September 2025). Newer fees are not yet shown, so confirm with admissions.
When are the intakes?
The BA programmes start in September and February. The MA in Dispute Resolution has also listed September and February intakes.
What IELTS score do I need?
IELTS 6.0 for the Level 8 bachelor's and 6.5 for the Level 9 master's. PTE, TOEFL, Duolingo and Cambridge scores are also accepted, and the college offers a free online English test.
Does the MA in Dispute Resolution need work experience?
Yes. Applicants need at least two years of professional experience, and non-law graduates attend a bridging event before the course starts.
Can I work while I study?
Student work rights depend on Irish immigration rules, not the college. See our Ireland guide for the current hours and the post-study work route.
Sources
- Independent College: BA (Hons) in Business Studies (opens in a new tab)
- Independent College: BA (Hons) in Accounting and Finance (opens in a new tab)
- Independent College: BA (Hons) in Marketing (opens in a new tab)
- Independent College: MA in Dispute Resolution (opens in a new tab)
- Independent College: international students (opens in a new tab)
- Independent College: BA (Hons) in Business Studies (older page) (opens in a new tab)
- Qualifax: Independent College provider page (opens in a new tab)
- Qualifax: MA in Dispute Resolution (opens in a new tab)
- Qualifax: BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance (opens in a new tab)
- Qualifax: BA International Business (opens in a new tab)
Official website: www.independentcolleges.ie (opens in a new tab)
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