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Strategy 2023-2028

DCU launches ambitious new strategy entitled 'Transformation for an Unscripted Future'

MSc in Guidance Counselling >

Level:

Postgraduate

School:

Institute of Education

If you’re passionate about helping people find the right career path, this course is for you. This part-time course will equip you with the skills and knowledge to pursue a career as a guidance counsellor.

MSc in Child and Family Health and Wellbeing >

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Level:

Postgraduate

School:

School of Nursing, Psychotherapy and Community Health

Are you passionate about supporting the health and wellbeing of children and families? Would you like to study part-time from anywhere in the country?

Graduate Diploma in Child and Family Health and Wellbeing >

Level:

Postgraduate

School:

School of Nursing, Psychotherapy and Community Health

Are you passionate about supporting the health and wellbeing of children and families? Would you like to study part-time from anywhere in the country?

MSc in Education and Training Management (Leadership) >

Level:

Postgraduate

School:

Institute of Education

Are you keen to grow your career and step into a leadership role? You’ll gain a deep understanding of management and leadership concepts and best practices in this part-time programme course delivered by leading academics and experts.

MEd in Specific Learning Difficulties (Dyslexia) >

Level:

Postgraduate

School:

Institute of Education

Dyslexia affects one in 10 students in Ireland. In this course, the only one of its kind in Ireland, you’ll learn best-practice teaching strategies for students with literacy difficulties. You’ll also come to understand how to assess people for dyslexia.

Master of Education >

Level:

Postgraduate

School:

Institute of Education

Are you an educator keen to study a specific area? Do you see yourself in a leadership role in the future? This part-time course allows you to develop your expertise in your chosen field and learn from practising experts.

Master of Education in Literacy Professional Practice >

Level:

Postgraduate

School:

Institute of Education

Are you a teacher keen to develop your expertise in literary theory, research and practices? During this two-year programme, you’ll develop your leadership and research skills, and explore a wide range of research-informed practices.

Master of Education in Early Childhood Education >

Level:

Postgraduate

School:

Institute of Education

Are you an educator keen to grow your early childhood education (ECE) expertise? Would you like to study at the only Irish university with a dedicated ECE research centre?

Master of Education in Autism >

Level:

Postgraduate

School:

Institute of Education

Around 1.5% of the school population in Ireland is autistic, according to the National Council for Special Education. If you’d like to develop a deep understanding of autism and whole-school inclusive practices at the world’s first autism-friendly university, this course is for you.

Doctor of Education >

Level:

Postgraduate

School:

Institute of Education

Are you keen to develop your research skills, extend your knowledge and become a leader in your field? Do you want to grow your expertise and career prospects in a collaborative and supportive environment?

Welcome

Dáire Keogh

President

DCU is proud to be one of the world’s leading Young Universities, with a mission to transform lives and societies. Through education, research and innovation, we are focused on delivering real impact, and addressing global challenges in collaboration with our partners and stakeholders.

Why DCU?

We're #1 in Ireland

DCU is ranked No 1 in Ireland for Graduate Employment Rate

QS Graduate Employability Rankings 2022

We're #23 in the world

DCU is ranked 23rd globally for Graduate Employment Rate

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Ireland's #1 ranked 'Young University'

Top ranked University in the Times Higher Education 'Young University' rankings, and 59th globally

DCU ranked top Young University in Ireland

95% in employment or further education

95% of our recent graduates are in employment or further education six months after graduation

Graduate Outcomes Survey

135 different nationalities

We attract students from around the world thanks to our world-class research, cutting-edge learning which positively transform lives and societies

Work Placement

80% of our courses have INTRA - paid, relevant work experience or work placement

DCU People

Tom Burke

Staff

For his PhD, documentary maker Tom Burke turned the camera on his fellow filmmakers to explore the ethical dilemmas involved in the relationship between the interviewer and interviewee.

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Polaris officially opened

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Executive Director of Engagement Laura Mahoney, Malha Muhammed and DCU President Professor Dáire Keogh

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DCU ranked #1 in Ireland and 59th globally in Times Higher Young University rankings

DCU #1 'Young University'

Writer-in-residence 2025, Sarah Gilmartin, and Scríbhneoir Cónaithe 2025, Réaltán Ní Leannáin (Photo: Mark Steadman)

Sarah Gilmartin and Réaltán Ní Leannáin

Arts Council announces two new writers-in-residence for DCU

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Highlights

Congratulations to almost 1,000 graduates who crossed the stage and received their parchments

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DCU Spring Graduations

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Online hate speech in football is a global concern, harming fans, players, coaches and media figures across the sport.

#DCUResearch

DCU researchers collaborate on international data drive project tracking online hate at all levels of competitive football

Tackling online hate

Funding part of the €173 million in grants given to 35 projects across Ireland under the Large Scale Sport Infrastructure Fund (LSSIF)

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€7 million allocated to develop new indoor training facility at Morton Stadium

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Data driven, social psychology informed analysis led by Dr Alex Baturo, and published by the American Journal of Political Science, challenges common assumptions that all authoritarian supporters sycophantically praise the ruler equally.

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