FAQs

Applications for the 2026/27 intake will open in November 2025. We recommend applying as early as possible for the best chance of success.

You will need:

• Academic transcripts
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Email addresses of two referees (at least one academic)
• Proof of English language proficiency (if required)

Please avoid attaching school results or unrelated documents.

Yes. Many applicants apply in their final year. You should upload your most recent transcript. Conditional offers can be issued pending your final results.

You can still apply. If successful, you may receive a conditional offer pending final transcripts or English test results.

The closing date is July 2026. However, places are limited and popular programmes may close earlier.

Yes, though each application requires a non-refundable fee of €55. We encourage applicants to research programmes carefully before applying.

Applications are welcome from a wide range of disciplines and countries. If your university is locally recognised and accredited, we can assess your transcripts. As a guide:

• USA: GPA 3.2+
• India: CGPA 6.5/10
• China: 82% average or higher
• France: 16+

Some programmes require specific degrees, while others are open to all disciplines. We recommend reviewing course requirements and researching career opportunities before applying.

Yes, if English isn’t your first language and your previous degree wasn’t taught in English, you’ll need to show proof of English language ability through one of the following qualifications:

• IELTS (Academic): Overall score of 6.5, with no band lower than 6.0

• TOEFL (iBT): Minimum score of 88

• Cambridge English:

  • Proficiency (CPE): Grade C or higher (CEFR Level C1 or C2)

  • Advanced (CAE): Grade C or higher (CEFR Level C1 or C2)

• Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic): Minimum score of 63, with no section below 59

• Duolingo English Test: Minimum score of 120

Higher Requirements for Some Programmes

If you’re applying for the MSc Digital Marketing Strategy, MSc Marketing, or MSc International Management, slightly higher scores are needed:

• IELTS: Overall 7.0, with no band below 6.0

• TOEFL (iBT): 100, with no section below 20

• PTE Academic: 65, with no section below 59

• Duolingo: 130 minimum score

If you’ve completed a degree taught entirely in English, you may not need to submit an English language test. However, for some courses, we might still ask for a qualification depending on your background and the programme requirements.

Tip: Make sure your English test results are valid for two years from the date you took the test.

You can save your application and return to it as needed. If you have all documents ready, it should take around 30 minutes.

Yes, please complete all fields. If something does not apply, enter “n/a”.

You’ll need to provide two references as part of your application. These should normally come from people who have taught you in an academic setting (for example, college professors).

You can submit your references in one of two ways:

• Option 1: Enter your referees’ email addresses in your application form. They’ll receive a secure link to upload their reference directly.

• Option 2: Ask your referees to provide a signed reference on official headed paper, which you can then upload yourself under the ‘Additional Documents’ section of your student portal.

If you have professional experience, you may submit one academic and one professional reference.

No. All applications are processed online.

A €55 application fee applies to each application you submit.

This fee is mandatory for all applicants and is non-refundable, regardless of the outcome of your application.

No. You’ll need to submit a new application and pay a new application fee if you wish to apply for a different programme.

If you receive a conditional or unconditional offer, you must log in to your MyTCD portal, accept your place, and pay the €500 deposit (non-refundable).

If your offer is conditional, make sure you understand what you still need to provide. As you meet your conditions, for example, by submitting your IELTS results or final transcripts, upload the documents directly to your application portal.

You have 21 days to accept and pay a non-refundable deposit of €500.00.

No, your deposit can’t be refunded if you decide not to take your place. But if you don’t meet the entry requirements, you can apply for a refund through the Academic Registry.

Deferrals are considered on a case-by-case basis and must be requested by email.

To be eligible for a deferral, you must:

• Hold an unconditional offer, and

• Have paid your deposit.

Please note that tuition fees are charged according to the academic year you will attend, not the year in which you applied.

The deadline to request a deferral is April 30, 2026.

Trinity offers a range of on-campus and off-campus accommodation options for postgraduate students.

You can find full details and application information here:

• Trinity Accommodation Office: tcd.ie/accommodation

• Trinity Students’ Union Accommodation Advisory Service: accommodation.tcdsu.org

If you’re an international student arriving in Dublin for the first time, you can apply for temporary on-campus accommodation while you look for longer-term housing.

Trinity also provides useful maps of Dublin, the city centre, and the campus, available at tcd.ie/Maps.

A late registration fee of €212 applies to students who register after the deadline. You’ll be notified of this fee through your my.tcd.ie portal.

Students who fail to register may be withdrawn from their course and will need to apply for readmission.

This fee forms part of the Terms and Conditions of Registration and is outlined in the College Calendar..

It is the student’s responsibility to ensure registration is completed on time.

Your fee status is based on your residency history.
To qualify for EU fees, you must have lived in an EU country for at least 3 of the past 5 years.

If you’re unsure about your status or need clarification, please contact the Academic Registry at academic.registry@tcd.ie.

You can view the full list of postgraduate fees for the 2026/27 academic year on this page.

For details of fees specific to each programme, please visit the Trinity Business School website, where you’ll find information on all our postgraduate programmes and their associated fees.

Please visit this page to find out more about Student Levies & Charges (SLC).

No, you’ll need to pay the €500 deposit to secure your place.

Your invoice will be issued through your my.tcd.ie portal. You can view it in your In-Tray or under the My Finance tab.

You have two payment options:

1. Online Payment (Credit/Debit Card)

You can make quick and secure payments directly through your my.tcd.ie student portal.

2. TransferMate (Recommended for International Students)

TransferMate lets you make international payments without extra bank charges and offers competitive exchange rates. If TransferMate has a local bank account in your country, you can:

• Pay in your local currency

• Avoid international wire fees

• Receive an official receipt accepted by visa and immigration authorities

Access TransferMate here and follow the step-by-step payment instructions here.

Fee Payment Deadlines – 2026/27 Academic Year

• Instalment 1: Due by 1 September 2026

• Instalment 2: Due by 31 January 2027

Please note that visa requirements vary by country; in some cases, you may need to pay your fees before arriving.

For more information on fee payments, instalment plans, or deadlines, please contact the Academic Registry at academic.registry@tcd.ie. 

You can print fee receipts anytime from the My Finance section of your my.tcd.ie portal.

If you need a stamped and signed copy, the Academic Registry can provide one upon request.

Please note, only the student can request these receipts, and they match the version available in the portal.

Yes, tax relief may apply.

Tax relief is available for full-time and part-time undergraduate students who pay tuition fees.
Please note that the undergraduate student contribution, SLC, and USI levy are not considered tuition fees and therefore do not qualify for tax relief.

For full details, please see the Revenue guidance.

Yes, a non-refundable €55 application fee applies to each programme.

Yes. Non-EEA graduates may be eligible for a two-year stay under the Irish Third Level Graduate Scheme, which allows time to seek employment. Through the Irish Third Level Graduate Scheme, non-EEA graduates can stay in Ireland after completing their studies to look for work or apply for a work permit.

The Trinity Careers Service also provides helpful guidance and resources for international graduates.

You can find full details and FAQs on the Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service (INIS) website.