World Rankings
Times Higher World University Rankings
DCU has risen in its position as one of the world's top 300 Universities.
According to Times Higher Education, DCU ranks 284th of 2,297 universities.
The university is #1 in Ireland and 86th in the world for its research quality, which measures citation impact, research influence, strength and excellence.
DCU Press Release
Last updated September 2026
QS World University Rankings
DCU is now ranked 408th globally out of over 1,500 Universities.
DCU has strengthened its position among the world's leading universities, reflecting continued progress across teaching, research, internationalisation and graduate outcomes. The results also highlight DCU's strong commitment to sustainability, with the University ranked third in Ireland for Sustainability.
Last updated June 2026
QS Best Student Cities
Dublin is ranked the 35th best student city in the world for 2027.
The Best Student Cities list is compiled by looking at university rankings, student view, student mix, desirability, employer activity & affordability.
Dublin’s vibrancy means the city scores highly in relation to student mix (3rd in the world) and Employer Activity Rank (35th in the world).
Last updated July 2026
Times Higher Young University Rankings
DCU has been ranked joint 59th globally by Times Higher Young Universities, making it one of the top 100 young universities in the world.
DCU is now the top ranked Young University in Ireland, ahead of Maynooth University, the University of Limerick and Technological University Dublin.
DCU excels in their International Outlook, Citations Score and Research Reputation and Outputs.
Last updated July 2024