Courses by Trinity College Dublin
Founded in 1592, Trinity College Dublin is one of the seven ancient universities of Britain and Ireland. It is Ireland’s oldest university. It is also the highest ranked university in the country and one of the world’s top 100.
Overview
Trinity College’s campus is in Dublin city centre, opposite the former Irish Houses of Parliament. The university has three faculties comprising 25 schools. These offer degree and diploma courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
Trinity has approximately 17,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students. The university has Past students include the writers Oscar Wilde and Samuel Beckett, the scientists William Rowan Hamilton and Ernest Walton, the political thinker Edmund Burke, and the former President of Ireland Mary Robinson.
The Library of Trinity College is a legal deposit library for Ireland and the United Kingdom. It contains over 4.5 million printed volumes, in addition to significant quantities of maps, music and manuscripts. One of the most noteworthy of these is the world-famous Book of Kells.
History
Founded by royal charter, Trinity College helped to consolidate the rule of the Tudor monarchy in Ireland. Because of this, Trinity was the university of the Protestant Ascendancy for much of its history. Because of this, from 1871 to 1970, the Catholic Church in Ireland forbade its adherents from attending Trinity without permission. From January 1904, the university accepted female students.
Rankings
Trinity has the following international rankings:
- 98th in top 100 world universities
- 31st in the world in Nursing
- 32nd in the world for English Language and Literature
- 39th in the world for Modern Languages
- 43rd in the world for Politics and International Studies
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Nature Connection Workshops
Practical, Flower Arranging Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinDoctor Kamila Kwasniewska is running a series of workshops based in Trinity College Botanic Gardens at Dartry, Dublin 6 (nearest Luas Station, Milltown) focusing on exploring the intrinsic connectedness to nature by using our senses in the mindful practice of forest bathing. Each workshop will also explore how nature brings meaning to our lives and will help…
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Philosophy Today
Seminar, Philosophy Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinOverview The series will return in February 2026 with a new line-up of talks. To be the first to hear when the new series is announced, you can sign up here. You can also explore the 2024 line-up here. Through six thought-provoking talks followed by interactive Q&A sessions, Trinity College Dublin’s philosophers share insights from their…
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Playwriting (M.F.A.)
Drama & Theatre Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinIf you have a passion for theatre and are interested in the process of playwriting, from idea to completion, you should consider the M.F.A. in Playwriting. This course is designed to encourage, nurture and promote the individual voice of the developing writer. For more information/Apply, please see here. Closing date for applying – 31 March
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Portuguese Language
Classroom Based, Portuguese Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThis Portuguese course is offered subject to minimum registration numbers. Portuguese is official language of nine countries and is the fastest-growing European language in the world behind English. Application information is available at: www.tcd.ie/Hispanic_Studies/courses/evening.php The Department of Hispanic Studies within the School of Languages, Literatures and Cultural Studies offers Portuguese language and culture courses, developed in…
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Practical Course in Botanical Art
Practical, Painting Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinVisual artist and botanical art teacher Mary Dillon offers a two-day practical course in botanical drawing and water colour illustration based in the Trinity Botanic Gardens. All abilities will be catered for in this course as each participant will receive individual tuition. A botanical drawing session occupies the first part of Day 1 and participants produce…
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Psychoanalytic Studies (M.Phil. / P.Grad.Dip.)
Psychology Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThe Psychoanalytic Studies course is designed for students with a degree in an appropriate Arts, Social Sciences or Science subject or other subject which provides some basis for this course who would like to progress their careers and clinical work and acquire professional knowledge and skills in psychoanalysis. For more information/Apply, please see here. Closing…
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Psychology (H.Dip.) - Psychology Conversion Course
Psychology Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThis Psychology Conversion Course welcomes students with a primary degree in any discipline and an interest in and passion for psychology. If you are looking to change careers and pursue psychology professionally, this course is for you. For more information/Apply, please see here. Closing date to apply – 31 March
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Psychology: The Science of Behaviour and Mind
Classroom Based, Psychology Courses Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThis course will present an overview of contemporary psychology and introduce participants to cutting-edge research undertaken by School of Psychology staff. Topics can include: How babies learn to talk. Brain imaging. Using emotions to overcome emotional distress. Perceiving our world. Early adversity and later development. Social neuroscience. Imagination. Dementia. This course is a lecture-only series,…
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Public History and Cultural Heritage (M.Phil. / P.Grad.Dip.)
History Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThis Public History and Cultural Heritage course is aimed at students interested in understanding the importance of preserving cultural heritage and its impact on society. It also provides the skills and knowledge necessary to develop programs and projects that engage the public and make cultural heritage accessible to all. For more information/Apply, please see here.…
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Race, Ethnicity, Conflict (M.Phil.)
Social Studies Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThis one-year postgraduate course examines the techniques used by states and international agencies to manage peoples and conflict, their social and cultural impact and the responses they elicit. It applies a wide variety of sociological theories to racialisation, gender, migration, ethnic conflict and peace-making. Students are taught to complete an independent research project on these…
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Responsible Business and Sustainability (M.Sc.)
Human Resources Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThis programme combines cutting-edge insights from business ethics, sustainability, as well as management and organisational science to educate students on how to meet the challenges of building a sustainable future for business and society. Through its research-driven and impact- oriented approach, the programme aims to enable future business leaders to harness the potential of business…
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Russian Language
Languages Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThis course is offered subject to minimum registration numbers. Russian is one of the six official languages of the United Nations and the eighth-most spoken in the world, with more than 150 million native speakers. Beyond the language, Russia has rich history and cultural and literary heritage. The Department of Russian and Slavonic Studies within…
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Screen Studies (M.Phil.)
Film Studies Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThe M.Phil. in Screen Studies at Trinity offers the opportunity to focus on a variety of areas: writing for different screens, studying historical and theoretical trends in screen media, and/or creating a range of film and media outputs. For more information/Apply, please see here. Closing date for applying – 30 June
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Smart and Sustainable Cities (M.Sc. / P.Grad.Dip.)
Science Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThis course is designed for a broad spectrum of student in mind. Graduates have come from a wide variety of backgrounds, including computer science, zoology, geography, marketing, and architecture. The course is designed in such a manner as to allow students to develop new skills while also honing skills in a particular field. The core…
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Social Policy and Practice (Online) (P. Grad. Dip.)
Social Science Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThe programme will appeal to those responsible for developing, delivering and administering social policies and social services as well as those involved in advocating for policy and service change. It will be or particular interest to graduates with an undergraduate qualification outside of the social science and social studies field wishing to pursue a Masters…
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Social Work (M.S.W. / P.Grad.Dip.)
Social Studies Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThe programme offers professional social work education for applicants with a primary degree in Social Sciences or equivalent. Upon completion of the Masters in Social Work/Postgraduate Diploma in Social Work, successful candidates will be eligible to apply for registration as a professional social worker. For more information/Apply, please see here. Closing date to apply -…
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Specialist Practice - Cancer Care & Haematology (P.Grad.Cert.)
Nursing Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThis programme has been developed to meet the new demands and challenges within the healthcare system and specifically within cancer care and haematology nursing. The course is firmly grounded in a body of knowledge and clinical expertise that aims to promote excellence in cancer care practice and haematology nursing. It is also designed to provide…
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Specialist Practice - Cardiovascular (P.Grad.Cert.)
Nursing Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThis course is designed to provide the student with the appropriate level of knowledge, clinical expertise, and technical skills necessary to function as a competent, effective, and caring practitioner. There is a strong commitment to research-based practice, and a focus on the development and integration of theoretical knowledge and clinical experience. For more information/Apply, please…
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Specialist Practice - Emergency Department (P.Grad.Cert.)
Nursing Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThe Specialist Nursing – Emergency Department is designed to provide the student with the appropriate level of knowledge, clinical expertise, and technical skills necessary to function as a competent, effective, and caring practitioner. There is a strong commitment to research-based practice, and a focus on the development and integration of theoretical knowledge and clinical experience.…
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Specialist Practice - Gerontological Nursing (P.Grad.Cert.)
Nursing Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThe gerontological nursing strand will promote standards for safe effective care for service users and facilitate nursing postgraduate students to develop a critical awareness of issues and challenges linked to gerontological healthcare as a distinct entity. For more information/Apply, please see here. Closing date to apply – 31 July
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Specialist Practice - Intensive Care (P.Grad.Cert.)
Nursing Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThis course is designed to provide the student with the appropriate level of knowledge, clinical expertise, and technical skills necessary to function as a competent, effective and caring intensive care nursing practitioner. There is a strong commitment to research-based practice, and a focus on the development and integration of theoretical knowledge and clinical experience. For…
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Specialist Practice - Perioperative (P.Grad.Cert.)
Nursing Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinProfessional nursing in the perioperative department requires specialist knowledge, along with clinical and technical expertise and interpersonal skills, in order to provide comprehensive, physical, emotional and spiritual support to the patient during surgical intervention. For more information/Apply, please see here. Closing date to apply – 30 June
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Specialist Practice - Renal (M.Sc./P.Grad.Dip/P.Grad.Cert)
Nursing Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinSpecialist Nursing (Renal) is designed to enable registered nurses to increase their knowledge, experience, and clinical skills within this chosen speciality. This course is designed to prepare the renal nurse to function as a specialist nurse. It is both dynamic and challenging and will enable the student upon completion to function as a competent, effective,…
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Speech and Language Processing (M.Phil. / P.Grad.Dip.)
Linguistics Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinSpeech and language processing examines language from two distinct perspectives. Speech processing deals with the science of spoken communication, how speech is encoded by the speaker and decoded by the listener. It is also concerned with the processing techniques used to model speech in ways that can potentially be implemented in technology, such as speech…
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Sports and Exercise Medicine (M.Sc.)
Health & Fitness, Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThe M.Sc. i is designed for medicine and physiotherapy graduates, as well as certified athletic training therapists (ARTI accredited) and sports rehabilitation therapists (UK accredited), who wish to pursue new career opportunities. For more information/Apply, please see here. Closing date to apply – 30 May
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Stage Design (M.F.A.)
Drama & Theatre Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinIf you have a passion for theatre, stage design and creative collaboration, you should consider the MFA in Stage Design. Set and Costume Design applicants may come from other disciplines but with a knowledge of stage design. Lighting Design candidates will need a working technical knowledge of theatre lighting. For more information/Apply, please see here.…
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Statistics and Data Science (Online) P.Grad.Cert.
Computer Science Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThe programme in Statistics and Data Science is a part-time course delivered fully online over three years and consisting of three component courses: a Postgraduate Certificate in year 1, a Postgraduate Diploma Top up in year 2 and Masters top up in year 3. These can be taken on a continuous basis or with interruption…
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Sustainable Development for Business (P.Grad. Cert.)
Data Analytics Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThis programme is designed for: Mid-level and senior executives from across the private sector, public sector and third sector looking to examine their organisations’ impact on society as well as the environment, and gain a firm understanding of how they can drive competitive advantage through a sustainable business model. Experienced managers in diverse functions –…
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Sustainable Energy and the Environment (P.Grad. Dip)
Environmental Engineering Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThe Sustainable Energy programme will advance students’ knowledge in efficiency techniques, sustainable energy technologies and energy management systems and strategies. Students will share an experience of having learnt and worked in a multidisciplinary environment, been educated by world-leading experts in areas of their specialisation and benefitted from best-in-class pedagogy. Graduates will attain a future-proofed qualification…
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Sustainable Energy and the Environment (P.Grad. Dip)
Postgraduate Courses in Environmental Studies Course by Trinity College Dublin - Dublin City South, Co. DublinThe Sustainable Energy programme will advance students’ knowledge in efficiency techniques, sustainable energy technologies and energy management systems and strategies. Students will share an experience of having learnt and worked in a multidisciplinary environment, been educated by world-leading experts in areas of their specialisation and benefitted from best-in-class pedagogy. Graduates will attain a future-proofed qualification…
