Nci International Prospectus 2021-22-2

INTERNATIONAL
PROSPECTUS
2021/22
www.ncirl.ie/international
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The NCI Experience 4

Contents
A Global Education 6
A World Class Experience 9
Discover Ireland 11
Vibrant city living 13
World class location 14
Campus 16
Student Life 17
Student Support 18
International Student Support 20
Careers Support 22
Accommodation 25
Money Matters 26
International Entry Requirements 30
English Language 32
Courses 34
How to Apply 70
How to Find us 72
Glossary 74
Contact Us 75
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The NCI Experience

Established in 1951, NCI has always had a sole focus on providing
skilled leaders to meet the current and future demands of our industry
partners. Today, in our campus without walls, NCI students have unique
opportunities to study nearby, meet with and work for some of the
world’s biggest and best companies.
Reasons to choose NCI

1. Our award winning career services ensure
that 96% of our graduates are in employment.
2. As a leading specialist college, we focus
exclusively on courses to meet the current and
future workforce demand of the world’s best
companies.
3. Our ‘campus without walls’ gives students a
unique opportunity to develop their networks
with potential employers and future colleagues.
4. We focus on delivering a world leading level
of student support for all international students,
from application through to graduation.
5. Each of our courses focuses on the practical
application of knowledge and theory.
6. A holistic approach to education, personal
development and time for relaxation allows
students opportunities to grow and enhanced
personal development.
7. NCI graduates can avail of a post study graduate
work visa of up to two years.
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5,800
students
1,300
international
students
8 Academic
Hubs – Finance,
Human Resource
Management,
International Business,
Entrepreneurship,
Cyber Security,
Data Sciences,
Cloud Computing,
Psychology
83+ nationalities
represented
in student
population
Over 250
student events
each year
500 companies
on campus each
year
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A Global Education
Excellence in teaching An international approach
NCI is a Government funded institute, with a We continue to be one of the fastest growing and
strong focus on delivering an outstanding learning most popular colleges in Ireland for international
environment, personal development opportunities, students. Because of this, we have worked
and unrivalled links with business and the public tirelessly to ensure that the college maintains
sector. a strong global perspective.
At NCI, we continuously focus on improving our We operate on a global scale in everything we

learning experience. In a rapidly changing world, do – from university collaborations to international
we seek to develop courses that offer the very faculty, from international modules within our
latest expertise and views. Your course will be courses to our international reputation.
delivered by a passionate team of academics
who bring together an exciting blend of academic Prepared for industry
research and real world industry experience.
Our courses are driven by the very latest
Academic Hubs developments in industry to give you a genuine
insight into the real-world application of your
Whether it is Accounting & Finance, Human subject. You’ll graduate with relevant skills and
Resources, International Business or Psychology, knowledge and, for many of our courses, a
our Academic Hubs allows us to produce qualification that’s recognised by professional
graduates of the highest order. NCI shares its organisations.
campus with some of the world’s biggest and
fastest growing companies. In order to be able to Research excellence
fulfil their workforce requirements, our focus is on a
number of specialist areas. As 80% of our academic staff have PhD’s,
NCI strives to produce research and results of
Small class sizes international significance. This means that you are
part of a community where knowledge is being
NCI’s campus offers an intimate learning created, as opposed to being reviewed.
environment, where small classes are the norm and
our lecturers are easily accessible for advice and
guidance. Even on our Masters courses, you will
find classes rarely exceed 50 students.
Courses developed with

industry to meet their current
and future staffing needs
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When researching
NCI, I could see it
was surrounded by
all of the international
companies that I
wanted to work in
after I graduated. Just
last week, there were
100s of companies
on campus during the
career fair.
Abdulgaffar Adeoye
MSc in Finance
Nigeria
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The reason I chose

Dublin was the better
education system, the
affordable tuition fees,
the very friendly people,
the incredible culture
and the scenery.
Yue Luo
BA (Hons) in Accounting & Finance
China
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A World Class Experience

Choosing to study overseas can be an overwhelming prospect. Selecting a college
that can provide you with the best academic levels, a stimulating environment and
support to ensure you reach your potential is very important. At NCI, we take pride in
offering these, and much more, to every international student.
International support Industry connections

We understand better than most that moving to Our unique city centre campus is home to some
a new country, where you might have no family of the world’s best companies, including PWC,
or friends, can be daunting. We have developed Facebook, JP Morgan and Citibank. You will study
a range of supports, specifically for international in an environment that provides you with access
students, which assist you in every step of your to potential employers, future colleagues, courses
journey. From airport collections to a welcome designed with leading companies and many
course, you will find that you always have a helping faculty with real world business experience.
hand in whatever you need. Read more about our
international student support on page 18.
Graduate prospects
Opportunities to grow Many employers visit NCI’s campus and major
recruitment and information fairs are held here,
International education is not all about studying.
ensuring that our students are fully aware of
It is also a time to make lifelong friends, take
opportunities for internships and graduate
advantage of unique opportunities and develop a
employment. Page 22 of this prospectus will
new perspective on the world. In our annual survey,
give you more detail on our award winning
90% of NCI’s international students viewed their
careers support.
experience here as positive.
Our commitment to excellence extends to our Central location

societies and sports clubs, not to mention our
International Office’s Peer Mentors who arrange Being in the heart of Dublin, the gateway to Europe,
weekly events, activities and weekends away. ensures that NCI is located in a thriving and
inspiring environment, minutes away from busy
business districts, stunning river views and vibrant
entertainment and shopping quarters.
Discover who you are and

reach your full potential
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Discover Ireland
Fast facts
Area
84,421 km2
Population
0.5m Dublin City, 4.8m Ireland
Official languages
English and Irish
Currency
Euro
GDP
US$388 billion
Economy
Major industries include technology,
banking, financial services, retail, tourism,
media and food and drink
Climate
Season Months Climate
Spring Feb to Apr Mild

Summer May to Jul Warm
Autumn Aug to Oct Cool
Winter Nov to Jan Cold
Flight duration to Dublin

Flight hours
London 1
Paris 1.5
New York 6.5
Lagos 7
Dubai 7.5
Delhi 9
Los Angeles 10.5
Beijing 10.5
Kuala Lumpur 13.5
Melbourne 22
For more information on Ireland, visit:

www.discoverireland.ie
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Vibrant
city living
Dublin has a vibrant and energetic
city centre and is renowned for its
food, music and sporting events.
With great shopping, a fantastic
food culture, a rich history and
friendly residents, Dublin offers
a relaxed lifestyle for visitors and
new residents alike.
Shopping
Dublin is Dublin boasts a range of shopping

experiences comparable to anywhere
in Europe.
consistently Live centrally

ranked one of Students at NCI have the opportunity
to live in the heart of the city.
the top cities Food culture
in the world Dublin is one of Europe’s most diverse

gastronomic cities.
to visit Get busy living

Dublin offers a pick of indoor and outdoor
activities that international students can
discover and enjoy.
Easy to get around

Dublin is a busy and vibrant city, but unlike
some larger cities getting around is quick
and easy, thanks to a range of transport
services.
For more information on Dublin, visit:

www.visitdublin.com
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Central
KPMG Yahoo Bank of Ireland
(10 mins walk)
Oracle PWC CITI
BNP
Paribas
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Google
(10 mins walk)
StateStreet Linkedin
Pfizer Europe Facebook
(5 mins walk)
AirBnB
Grant Thornton
Two vibrant Silicon Docks

business districts, Silicon Docks is the name given to the Grand
Canal area, just five minutes walk from NCI’s
connected by campus. This area is now home to some

of the world’s biggest and newest tech
companies and their 40,000 staff. Companies
NCI’s city centre include: Accenture, Airbnb, Amazon.com,
Dropbox, Facebook, Google, Groupon,
campus Indeed, Linkedin, Squarespace, TripAdvisor
and SurveyMonkey.
IFSC
The International Financial Services Centre
(IFSC) is one of the most important business
districts in Europe. With over 500 firms in
the area, this area has 38,000 staff. This
figure is expected to increase as a result of
Brexit. Companies include: AIG, BNP Paribas,
Citibank, Credit Suisse, Central Bank of
Ireland, HSBC, HubSpot, J.P. Morgan, KPMG,
PWC, State Street and Twitter.
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Campus
National College of Ireland is located in a state-of-the-art, city
centre campus in the heart of Dublin’s thriving business districts.
We do not believe that a campus should be defined by a
geographic boundary. It is important to us that our students enjoy
the atmosphere and culture of the local amenities. Our courses
have all been developed, with industry, to meet the current and
future workforce requirements of the many companies that we
share this area with.
World class location

The campus itself is based in the International Financial
Services Centre (IFSC), which is home to global companies
like JP Morgan, Citi, KPMG and PWC.
Just five minutes’ walk from the college is an area called Silicon
Docks, which is Dublin’s tech hub. Here you will find companies
such as Facebook, Twitter and Google.
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Student Life
With a huge choice of societies, sports activities, volunteering and social events,
your days as an NCI student will have an impact on you today, tomorrow and for
the rest of your life.
NCI’s Students Union is the representative body for Societies

all students, both domestic and international, within
the college. All students are actively encouraged There are lots of great Clubs & Societies to get
to become involved in the Students’ Union so that involved with on campus. Whether you are a sports
they can directly influence life on campus and enthusiast, enjoy being part of team, share a special
organise events. interest or enjoy being engaged in the community
The Students’ Union provide support to NCI there is bound to be an opportunity for all students
students and organise extra-curricular activities to participate. Also, if a club or society doesn’t
and events for students to pursue. Providing further already exist you can set one up!
support are the network of class representatives Some of NCI’s Clubs & Societies include:
who liaise with the Students’ Union and the Student
Development Officer on student issues of both an Clubs
academic and social nature. > Badminton > Pool and Snooker
To ensure you get the most out of college life, we > Basketball > Soccer
encourage you to discover and explore existing > Chess > Table Tennis
opportunities and develop new interests by getting > Gaelic Football > Tennis
involved in events such as Freshers’ Week, Fashion > Golf > Ultimate Frisbee
Show, Got Talent Competitions, Sports Day and the > Hockey > Rugby
Awards Ball. > Hurling > Cricket
> Karting
The Student Union offices are located in the
basement and the adjoining area is the central hub
for students that want to relax. There is an Xbox, Wii Societies
console, table tennis table, TV and pool tables for > Art > Fantasy Football
students to use while they take a break from their > Business > Fashion
studies. > Christian Union > Music
> Comedy > International
> Computing > Reachout
> Dance > Wargames
> Darts > Xbox
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Student Support
To help you make the most of your School support
time with us, we’re here to support
Each School in NCI has a wide range of support
you from the time you arrive to when available to help you during your programme.
you graduate. We offer a full range of Whether you are studying marketing and need help
support services, so you can focus on with an assignment or studying computing and are
struggling with programming, there will always be
your studies and enjoy all that Dublin help on hand to ensure you have the best chance
has to offer. of meeting your potential.
Academic support IT support

The Learning Support Service is centred around The NCI IT Department have responsibility for
some core areas such as academic writing, the provision of Information Communication
reading, maths support, researching, studying, Technology (ICT) infrastructure and services
note-taking, exam revision and in general, a focus to meet the needs of the Colleges diverse user
on aiding a student in all manners of academic population. The IT Department are responsible for
advancement. ensuring that all systems and related technology
are available and operating in an efficient and
The service provides support in the form of a
secure manner and provide a number of services,
Getting to Grips - Our Academic Support Services
including;
programme.
> Dedicated IT Services Account to access
services
> Access to Student PCs in a number of dedicated
rooms
> Printers & Multifunctional Photocopiers
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> Extensive WIFI network Health service

> Moodle (Virtual Learning Environment)
> Course Specific Software and Applications The student health service at NCI provides a
subsidised medical service to all full-time registered
> Office 365 Student Email account
students to take care of the physical, psychological
> Dedicated IT Support Desk Service and social aspects of student health. Students are
> Online Services: charged €10 per appointment and the balance is
• Student Portal paid by the college.
• File Storage
• NCI360 – Student Services Gateway
• Online Resource Databases
Disability support
NCI believes the most important first step is to
Counselling services make sure that you can access supports in an
open relaxed, friendly and confidential way. The
College life can sometimes be stressful. The
college is committed to providing equal access
reasons for this can range from a heavy workload
to education and equal opportunities for students
and imminent deadlines, to difficulties of a personal
with disabilities. NCI encourages students to be
nature. The Counselling Service provides an
open about their disability and to discuss their
opportunity to discuss any difficulties you may
individual needs with the Disability Officer. It is very
be experiencing with a qualified person. The
important that students disclose a disability early
counsellor will help by listening without judgement,
in the academic year to ensure that necessary
offering new perspectives and working with you
supports are provided. By delaying disclosure of a
on strategies that are right for you. NCI offers a
disability, students may be missing out on essential
free counselling service to registered International
supports which can help with everything from
students.
participation in lectures right through to sitting
exams.
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International
Student Support
Our support services are world-class, including our International Office, which is
dedicated to the needs of our international students. The International Office will
ensure you have all the information you need to arrive, live and study at NCI.
You will find information about the support we offer at www.ncirl.ie/international
International standards International sponsors

Although we are committed to producing NCI prides itself on the support provided to
graduates that are ready to join an international international sponsors and their students, ensuring
workforce, we are also firmly rooted in providing a that both receive the highest level of service
distinctive European education. The Irish education possible through a dedicated contact. As part of
system is known for its innovative teaching and this service, regular progress reports are collated
assessment methods, that encourage independent and supplied to sponsors, where authorisation has
and creative thinking. The Irish quality standards in been provided by the student.
education are among the highest in the world.
Visa and immigration
Before you start your course
If you require a visa to study in Ireland, the
Members of our International Office and academic International Office strongly recommend that
staff regularly visit different countries to meet you discuss your visa application with one of our
prospective students, their families and our alumni. network of specialist, local agent representatives.
We work closely with a worldwide network of agent We provide ongoing support to students once they
representatives, all of whom can give you advice are in Ireland as to how best to adhere to their visa
on studying in Ireland and at NCI. requirements and maximise the opportunities that
the Irish student visa allows. To find out if you need
For information on your country, including entry
a visa to study in Ireland please go to www.inis.gov.
requirements, contact details, a list of your country
ie/en/INIS/Pages/check-irish-visa
agent representatives and visits to your country,
please see www.ncirl.ie/international
When you arrive in Dublin
Webinars Our International Office arranges free airport
collections for all students arriving in Dublin for the
We run a number of online webinars specifically
first time. Your driver will meet you at Dublin airport
aimed at International students. These are fantastic
and transfer you to your accommodation in Dublin.
opportunities to learn more about NCI, our courses,
the services we offer and to answer any questions
you have about your offer. Details can be found on
our website.
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Welcome Programme
For new international students joining NCI
in September or January of each year, the
International Office runs a Welcome Programme.
This programme covers a wide range of essential

topics and great activities that ensure students
get off to the very best start for the year ahead and
settle into life in Dublin.
Celebrations and excursions

In partnership with the International Society, the
International Office organises a number of visits
around Dublin and Ireland for International students.
These trips can be an excellent way
to meet new friends, experience a
different part of life in Dublin and
take a break from your studies.
We also arrange a number of
international celebrations each
year, highlighting festivals
such as Diwali, Chinese New
Year and Africa Day.
Support services
In addition to the support
services available to all
students, as outlined in
the previous section, the
International Office provides
a confidential advisory service
for international students.
We can offer advice, or
introduce you to the best
person to talk to, on a range of
issues including immigration,
employment and financial
matters, as well as academic
and personal issues.
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Careers Support
Our award-winning Careers and Employability Service offers ongoing support for
planning your career throughout your time at NCI and beyond.
The NCI Careers centre works proactively with employers to promote the skills
and attributes of students and graduates of NCI academic courses.
Every year we welcome employers on campus to participate in presentations,
employability initiatives and careers fairs.
> In the last 12 months we have hosted Dell, AOL, > We regularly host “Spotlight on Industry” events
IBM, Enterprise Rent a Car, Hedgeserv, Linkedin, where a number of companies from the same
Oracle, SQS, Guidewire, Lidl, Citi, Bank of Ireland, sector come on campus for one afternoon, deliver
Groupon, Mobile Travel Technology, Fiercefun, presentations and network with students. An
Workday and many more on campus. example is the Spotlight on IT event which was
attended by Mobile Travel Technology, SQS,
> We assist in organising Ireland’s largest Graduate
Guidewire, AOL, FierceFun and Groupon.
Careers Fair - the gradireland Graduate Careers
Fair in collaboration with 9 other Colleges > We host a number of panel and speaker
and Universities. In 2015 over 100 employers presentations covering various topics relevant to
attended this event. today’s marketplace and student interests.
> We host an on campus “Just in Time” Careers > We also arrange industry specific employability
Fair with circa 25 companies in attendance. events such as Whiteboard Interview practicums.
Nearby recruiters
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NCI gave me the opportunity to

revise my resume from the old
one to a better one. Now I am
working in Facebook as a Data
Analyst. I chose NCI because it
has a great reputation in Cloud
Computing and Data Analytics.
I like the proximity of everything.

The transportation is much
more convenient and also the
people are really friendly.
My favourite thing on the

programme is the experienced
lecturers. They teach you
what needs to be done in
understanding data and deep
diving into data analytics as a
topic.
Qadirah Chan Latif

MSc in Data Analytics
Malaysia
Now working in Facebook
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Accommodation
At NCI, we understand that suitable student
accommodation plays an important part
in building a solid foundation for academic
success.
NCI students benefit from the advantages that come from
choosing to study in a capital city which offers a wide range
of accommodation options, from student residences, to host
families, to shared apartments. While finding the right place to
live can be difficult and there is much competition, we offer a
range of guides that will help you along the way.
The college recommends that students adopt the REPAC

approach to identifying an accommodation option to suit
their individual needs and support a positive educational
experience.
Research all accommodation options

Establish your budget
Patience will be required before finding your accommodation
Avoid extended temporary accommodation
Caution must be shown to avoid costly mistakes
Students unfamiliar with Dublin are encouraged to consider

living in short term accommodation, such as a hostel or host
families, when they first arrive in Dublin. This will provide new
students with the opportunity to become better acquainted
with the city, settle into their academic program and make new
friends, without having to worry about the challenges of the
private rental market. Visit our downloads section of the website
to find some of our useful accommodation guides.
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Money Matters
International applicants need to consider a range of financial issues, including the
cost of living, health insurance and tuition fees, before applying to the University.
Students should budget carefully for living Scholarships

expenses. Factors that affect your budget include
your accommodation preferences, lifestyle, A wide range of scholarships will be
transport and entertainment allowances. available for students who wish to study
at NCI. More information on available
Tuition fees scholarships, the application process,
eligibility criteria and important
International students are required to pay deadlines is available by visiting
international student tuition fees, which cover www.ncirl.ie/international
the cost of teaching and many student support
As these details are subject to change,
services. The indicative annual tuition fee is quoted
interested students are encouraged to
in this prospectus on each of the course pages
check the websites from time to time.
starting on page 34.
You must have an offer of a place on a
NCI can guarantee that students will pay the same course before you can be considered
annual tuition fee throughout each year of study for a scholarship.
on a multiple year course.
For more details on all active and available
To ensure small class sizes, places are strictly scholarships, please visit our website -
limited and offered on a first come, first served www.ncirl.ie/international
basis. Places on each course are only guaranteed
as and when a student has paid full tuition fees.
Where a student is being sponsored by State
agency or company, they must ensure that all
relevant documentation is signed by the sponsor.
Refund policy
All applicants must read the college’s policy on
refunds, which is available on our website, before
accepting an offer of admission. The policy
complies with all Irish Government requirements
and best practice.
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Planning a budget Part-time work

In order to estimate what your approximate total Many international students hope to obtain part-
cost of living in Dublin will be, the first thing you time work to supplement funds for living costs.
should do is make a budget. Allocate money for Students are allowed to work up to 20 hours per
essentials like rent and food first. Then think about week during the academic year and up to 40 hours
expected costs for local transport (particularly per week during Christmas and Summer holidays.
if you choose to live off campus), social and
Students should also be aware that the workload
entertainment allowance, books and other
for many courses is intense and so you may not
learning materials, clothes, mobile phone etc.
have the time to undertake employment as well as
You should also consider any one off expenses
study full-time. Please consider this when thinking
at the start of the academic year, for example the
about how you will finance your studies.
registration cost with immigration and items for
your accommodation such as a duvet and cooking
materials (if not provided). Living costs
There are many choices and preferences that
Health and medical will affect what you will spend during your time
studying at NCI. The largest expense you will
As an international student, you must have health
incur will be your accommodation, where you can
insurance before getting your visa. If you do not
choose to live on campus, share with someone
require a visa you must have health insurance
else or live alone.
before travelling to Ireland. NCI recommends three
different providers to purchase medical insurance As a guide, most Undergraduate students will
from. Insurances costs typically start from around spend between €9,000 and €12,000 for a 40 week
€100. The level of cover and what is included academic year. This includes rent, food, travel and
depends on the policy you choose. Find out more other lifestyle expenses.
information: www.ncirl.ie/Students/International/
Masters students, who study for a full 12 months,
Fees-and-Funding/Insurance
will usually spend between €10,000 and €15,000.
Students with families

Student visas are only available for the student
themselves. This does not allow spouses, children
or other family members to stay in Ireland during
your studies.
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International
Courses
Entry Requirements 30
Contents
English Language 32
Undergraduate 34
School of Business Masters 50
School of Computing Masters 62
All core and elective modules

are indicative and may change
from year to year. Electives and
specialisations are subject
to class size and demand. All
courses are subject to minimum
and maximum capacities.
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International Undergraduate
Entry Requirements
We recognise many different qualifications
from around the world. For details of academic
requirements for individual countries, visit:
www.ncirl.ie/international/yourcountry
If your country is not listed, or if you would like

to check a qualification level, please email us at:
international@ncirl.ie.
Please include as much detail as possible about

the subjects you’ve studied and the examination
grades you achieved.
In addition to the entry requirements from

individual countries, certain courses also have
cognate requirements. You should look at the
course pages from this brochure for more details.
If you have looked on our country

website pages and are still not sure if
you meet our entry requirements, need
help with the application process or
have questions about finances or visa,
we would be delighted to introduce
you to one of our global network of
agents. These agents offer expert
advice and are best placed to assist
you in this process.
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International Postgraduate
Entry Requirements
Students from more than 80 countries study at our campus and we accept degree
qualifications from thousands of universities around the world. This page provides
guidance on our minimum entry requirements for some of the countries where many
of our international students come from. If your country isn’t listed please check our
website – www.ncirl.ie/international.
Our masters courses require students to have a guidelines and will vary for some institutions in
bachelors degree (or international equivalent) from these countries, depending on their academic
a recognised institution at the same standard as an reputation, grading system and the course
Irish university’s lower second class honours (2:2) duration.
degree classification. Some courses, or scholarship
We may not accept degrees from certain
opportunities, may require an equivalent to a upper
institutions due to differing standards of
second class honours (2:1) degree classification.
assessment and accreditation. The information is
Please see course pages within this brochure
provided as a brief guideline only. Please see our
for additional information,including cognate
country information webpages for more detailed
requirements.
guidance before you apply, or if you have a degree
This section lists the typical minimum entry from a country or grading system not listed here.
requirements for 2:1 and 2:2 equivalents for a You are also very welcome to contact us for
selection of countries. These are approximate guidance.
Academic entry requirements

Country Irish 2:2 Equivalent Irish 2:1 Equivalent
China 70% 80%

India 55% 60%
Malaysia 2:2 2:1
Nigeria 2:2 2:1
South Africa 2:2 2:1
Thailand GPA 2.8 GPA 3.2
Vietnam 7.0 7.5
If your country is not listed here, or you require more detailed information on entry requirements, please visit
www.ncirl.ie/International/Your-Country
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English Language
Requirements
The IELTS for each individual programme is Some courses may require a higher English
listed on the individual course pages. language level, please check the course details
within this prospectus for exact requirements.
Students should also check the country pages
on our website, to see if there are specific We gladly accept a range of alternatives to IELTS,
requirements or arrangements for your own which you will find in the table below.
country.
English Language
Pathway
NCI’s Centre for Research in Learning & Teaching On these courses, students are assessed
(CRILT) provides quality academic English and continuously with no need to take IELTS or
study skills preparation and support during your another external English test at the end of the
studies. course. If you reach the required level on the
pathway course, you can progress directly onto
We have developed a range of intensive English
your academic course of choice.
language courses for students who meet our
academic entry requirements but not our English For more details, please contact one of our agent
language levels. representatives in your country or check NCI’s
International website pages at www.ncirl.ie/
international
IELTS equivalents
IELTS 4.5 5.0 5.5 6.0 6.5
TOEFL Computer 150 173 196 213 232
TOEFL Paper-Based 475 500 525 550 575
TOEFL Internet-Based 53 64 70 78 86
PTE Academic 29 35 42 50 58
Cambridge European Framework B B1 B2 B2 C1
Cambridge Exams PET FCE FCE FCE CAE + CPE
Irish Leaving Certificate Ordinary “D” Ordinary “D” Ordinary “D” Ordinary “D” Ordinary “C”
UK GCSE Pass Pass Pass Pass n/a
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BA (Honours)
in Business
A 3 year degree programme with specialisations in Business,
Entrepreneurship or International Business.
Course duration – Fees (per year of study) – International €10,000,

3 years (6 semesters) EU €6,673
Intakes – September Nationalities - 31
Recent recruiters include Accenture, AIB, Citi, City Jet, Ernst and Young, KBC Bank, State Street, Tesco, Zurich .
About the course choice of specialisation and a range Future prospects

of elective modules throughout
NCI’s BA (Honours) in Business is a the course. This degree also gives Graduates of the BA (Honours) in
comprehensive and broad-based you many options to progress to Business course will be eligible to
business degree. You will cover masters courses or postgraduate apply for a variety of career options
all the key business disciplines study later on. If you are looking in both general management and
and have the opportunity to for a broad-based degree, a great specialised management functions.
specialise in particular areas of start in business and plenty of An analysis of recent graduates
business as you progress through career options then this course will has identified career paths within
the course. In first year you will definitely appeal to you. You may accounting and finance, financial
study a broad range of business also be able to take advantage services, pensions, marketing,
subjects. After the common first of an opportunity to engage in human resource management,
year, you will be able to select a a year-long, accredited work recruitment, management, business
specialisation in particular areas, placement between years two development and enterprise
such as entrepreneurship or and three. This placement will be (starting your own business).
international business, with further credit-bearing and comprises an Recent employers of graduates of
specialisations in other business extra year in the degree. Access to this programme include LinkedIn,
fields also being developed. The such placements will be limited and Accenture, Deutsche Bank, IBM and
modules you study in second and highly competitive. State Street. Graduates will also be
third year will then vary depending eligible to apply for postgraduate
on the path you have chosen. Who is this course for? Masters programmes, such as
Through the expert lecturers in our the MSc in Management, MSc in
School of Business you will obtain Marketing or MA in HRM at National
The programme is ideal if you know
a great understanding of how College of Ireland. Scholarships are
you want a business qualification
business works and in which part available for students continuing to
but aren’t sure which area you wish
of the business world you’d like to Masters level.
to specialise in, or if you would
make your career. The advantage
like to develop a fully formed
of this full-time degree is that it is
understanding of business. Minimum Entry
very flexible and opens up a large
number of career paths. You gain Requirements
a broad business foundation and Please see page 31 for
can then focus on the particular academic entry requirements.
area you most enjoy through your IELTS requirement – 6.0
How to apply – see page 70

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Ziyue Sun BA (Hons) in Business, China
“I love Ireland. People are really, really friendly. Dublin has such fresh air, its super clean.
It’s the capital of the country, so there are many top companies nearby.”
Course structure
Year 1 Year 2 & Year 3
Financial Accounting 1 Entrepreneurship Economic and Social Policy

Business Statistics & Analytics
Managing Your Learning Management
Marketing Management
Fundamentals of Irish Law Social and Organisational Behaviour Strategic Management
Project Management
Economics in the World Technologies for Business
Human Resource Management Global Business Environment Capstone Project Preparation

Financial Management Tools
Individual Organisational Behaviour Financial Management for the Enterprise
Marketing in the Digital Age Business Economics Organisational Development
Event Management Planning
Quantitative Methods Skills Development through Service Learning Contemporary Issues in
Finance and Accounting
New Product Development
Law and Regulation
Career Management Skills Retirement Benefits
Global supply Chain
Global Competitiveness and the MNE Management
Corporate Environmentalism
Management Accounting for Business degree
Public Relations and Social
Services Marketing Management Media
Operations Planning & Design
Global Leadership and Talent Management Event Management
Innovation and Creativity Sales Management
Capstone Project
compulsory module Introduction to Industrial Relations
elective module
Funding & scholarships – see page 26

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BA (Honours) in Human
Resource Management
Fees (per year of study) – International

Course duration – 3 years (6 semesters) €10,000, EU €6,673
About the course Who is this course for? Future prospects

Successful organisations develop As a graduate of this course you For over 60 years National College
winning teams and the human will: of Ireland has built an enviable
resources function is at the heart reputation for excellence in
> Have a thorough understanding
of this. As a HR professional you of human resource management. HR education, producing HR
will oversee a wide range of graduates that are highly sought
areas like recruitment, training, > Understand the world of business after in the market. Recent
employee development and and how HRM integrates with graduates from the HR degree are
other areas.
industrial relations. Senior HR employed in human resources,
professionals shape business > Develop personal skills in recruitment, industrial relations
strategy and this HR degree will teamwork, communication and and training roles in organisations
equip you to move towards these research. including Telefonica, Google,
types of interesting roles. This Comfort Keepers, CPL, IBEC,
full-time HR course draws on Hertz, PwC, IBM, Arvato, Ergo,
NCI’s sixty years as the leading Ryanair, NTMA and CPL.
educational institution for human
Upon successful completion
resource management. Our
graduates can progress to
world-class faculty and industry
postgraduate courses such as
links mean you will find the
MA in HRM or MA in Management.
course to be current, practical and
comprehensive. You will graduate
with an extremely well-regarded Entry Requirements
qualification with excellent career Please see page 31 for
prospects. This is an exceptional academic entry requirements.
business degree with a focus on
IELTS requirement – 6.0
human resources that will equip
you with the latest knowledge
and build on your skills in working
with people.

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Zhixiang Zang BA (Hons) in Human Resources Management, China
“NCI not only have great lecturers and teaching facilities, but the students have a close
connection with each other. It’s a diverse college and the students are from all over the world.
It’s like a big family, which is why I enjoy it here.”
Course structure
Year 1 Year 2 Year 3
Human Resource Management Entrepreneurship Economic and Social Policy

Strategic HRM
Economics of the World Employment Law - Contracts
Organisational Development
Managing Your Learning Social and Organisational Behaviour
Contemporary Issues in IR
Fundamentals of Irish Law Learning and Change in Organisations Contemporary Issues in HRM
Financial Accounting 1(part 1) Performance and Reward Management Public Relations and Social Media
Event Management Planning
Quantitative Methods Introduction to Industrial Relations
Business Statistics and
Analytics
Individual Organisational Employment Law - Operation of
Behaviour Relationship, Equality and Breakdown Capstone Project Preparation
Strategic Management
Marketing in the Digital Age Business Economics
Ethics and Social Responsibility
Financial Accounting 1(Part 2) Services Marketing Management Project Management
Career Management Skills Sales Management
Contemporary Issues in
Health and Safety Reward Management
International Human Resource
Digital Technology for Business
Management
New Product Development Capstone Project
compulsory module elective module

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BA (Honours) in
Marketing Practice
A 3 year degree course providing you with the inspiration and knowledge you need
for a fantastic marketing career.
Course duration – 3 years Fees (per year of study) –

(6 semesters) International €10,000, EU €6,673
Recent recruiters include Facebook, Grant Thornton, SAP, Hays Recruitment.
About the course year, you will have the option to Future prospects
shape your degree and specialise
Have you ever looked at the latest in the discipline of your choice Of our 2018 graduates, 98%
big brand advertising campaign by selecting marketing, digital were in employment or further
and thought; I could do better than marketing or entrepreneurship study 6 months after graduation.
that? Marketing is central to our electives. Graduates of the BA (Honours)
everyday lives as organisations in Marketing Practice will have
The final year concludes with an
compete for attention with TV opportunities to work in areas
ads, sporting sponsorships, social exciting capstone project where
such as; brand management,
media campaigns and more. Our you will work extensively with a
digital marketing, market research,
honours marketing degree is carefully selected organisation
sales and product development,
unique in that you will be offered on a live campaign where feasible.
international marketing within all
hands-on experience. You will This will allow you to apply the
industry sectors. Recent graduates
learn about the latest thinking and marketing expertise built up over
are working in companies such as
techniques, but will also work on the three years of your course. You
Facebook, Grant Thornton, Hays
real, live industry projects where will work as consultants in teams to
Recruitment and SAP. Graduates
feasible: planning, implementing develop marketing initiatives which
will also be eligible to apply for
and adapting current campaigns will be examined by supervising
postgraduate Masters courses,
under the supervision of lecturers and industry peers.
such as the MSc in Marketing,
expert lecturers and marketing MSc in Management or MA in
professionals. You will present your Who is this course for? HRM at National College of Ireland.
ideas to industry personnel from a Scholarships are available for
range of Irish companies and not- students continuing to Masters
The course is ideal if you are
for-profit organisations who work
interested in marketing, sales, level.
with us to make your degree as
communications or are thinking
practical as possible.
you might like to set up your own
Entry Requirements
This degree will cover all the business. If you want to understand
Please see page 31 for
core marketing subjects such as how modern marketing operates
academic entry requirements.
brand management, consumer and how the various disciplines of
behaviour, digital marketing and marketing work together in Ireland IELTS requirement – 6.0
entrepreneurship. In the second and around the world then join us!

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‘Marketing is no longer
about the stuff you
make, but the stories Content marketing Data driven marketing Digital consumption
you tell.’ will generate has led to 57% has increased by
Seth Godin $300bn by 2019 revenue increases 49% since 2013
Course structure
You will study a variety of modules in each semester. In years two and three there are extra choices available
for high achieving students (those averaging over 60%). In Year 3 you will undertake a capstone project in your
chosen specialism.
Fundamentals of Marketing Consumer Behaviour Marketing Law
Economic and Market Practice Market Research Marketing Strategy
Brand Management Business Intelligence and Statistics Project Management
Management and the Distribution Channel

Digital Marketing
Organisation Management
Emerging Technologies for Integrated Marketing Sales Management and

Business Communications Networking
Entrepreneurship Advanced Financial Analysis Capstone Project
Financial Analysis and Reporting Digital Technologies for Business
Innovation and Creativity

New Product Development
in Business
Services Marketing Management

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BA (Honours) in
Accounting and Finance
This highly sought after and internationally recognised course will propel you into
a fantastic international career in accounting and finance.
Course duration – Fees (per year of study) –

3 years (6 semesters) International €10,000, EU €6,673
Recent recruiters include Bank of Ireland, Capita, Deloitte, PWC, Revenue Commissioners, Ryanair.
About the course Who is the course for? Professional

Exemptions
This accountancy and finance This degree will equip you for a
degree is about much more than career in accountancy, finance Graduates who meet the criteria
just the numbers. It will give you and related fields. NCI has decided by the professional
the technical skills you need but particular expertise in this area accounting bodies may apply
also the ability to think critically and graduates have achieved for generous exemptions from
and creatively to understand how excellent employment rates. the examinations of professional
an organisation can succeed. It accountancy bodies on
As a graduate of this course
features a blend of specialised completion of the course. These
you will:
accounting and finance subjects include Chartered Accountants
together with general business > Understand the theory and
practice of accounting and Ireland (CAI), Association of
subjects. The course will help Chartered Certified Accountants
finance.
you understand the relationships (ACCA), Chartered Institute of
between finance and other > Develop your skills and knowledge
in all areas of business. Management Accounts (CIMA)
business disciplines. You will and Certified Public Accountants
develop a critical and methodical > Be able to pursue a career
in general management, (CPA) Ireland.
approach to problem solving and
accountancy or related fields.
decision-making in a financial Minimum Entry Requirements
context and develop the ability
Future prospects Please see page 31 for
to interpret and communicate academic entry requirements.
financial and other information.
You can look forward to a working IELTS requirement – 6.0
The broader business viewpoint
as an accountant in any of the
of the course will give you an Students must be able
following fields: Accountancy,
excellent foundation in leadership to demonstrate a strong
Stockbroking, Investment Banking,
and management and give you mathematical background.
Hedge Funds, Corporate Finance,
the broad perspective necessary
Commercial Banking, Insurance,
for the modern interconnected
Public Sector, Manufacturing,
business world.
Management Consultancy,
Tax Adviser.

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Shankar Bhattarai BA (Hons) in Accounting & Finance, Nepal
“If you are coming to Ireland, NCI is the best place to be. It will build up your career, no matter
what you want to do after your graduate.”
Course structure
Financial Accounting 1 Financial Accounting 2 Financial Reporting

Management Accounting 2
Fundamentals of Management Management Accounting 1 Portfolio Analysis
Derivatives and Risk
Economics in the World Corporate Finance Management
Law and Regulation
Managing Your Learning Taxation 1 Entrepreneurship
Contemporary Issues in
Business Law for Accounting Quantitative Methods in Finance and Accounting
and Finance Finance Financial Statement Analysis
Company Law for Accounting Law and Regulation

Mathematics for Business and Finance
and Finance Taxation 3
Business Analytics &
Introduction to Financial Markets Business Economics Research
Retirement Benefits
Corporate Governance Auditing and Assurance
Quantitative Methods
and Ethics Retirement Financing
Introduction to Strategy
ICT in Accounting and Finance Collective Investments Taxation 2
International Financial
Marketing for Accounting & Finance
Management
Life Assurance
Loans

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BA (Honours) in
Psychology
Studying with us, you will learn and discover conditions of human behaviour – how we
learn, remember, co-ordinate our actions and interact with others – and the reasons for
differences between individuals, such as personality or intelligence.
Course duration – Fees (per year of study) –

3 years (6 semesters) International €10,000, EU €5,900
About the course Who is this course for?

Our psychology degree is education, social work among As a graduate of this course
accredited by the Psychological others. It is a degree that gives a you will:
Society of Ireland (PSI). The variety of career choices and the
> Understand the principles of
PSI is the professional body for option of further postgraduate study.
psychology and gain a broad
psychology in the Republic of
Working with our dedicated and understanding of human
Ireland with accreditation enabling behaviour.
experienced psychology faculty
honours graduates of our degree to
you will gain a solid grounding in > Learn how to critically analyse
pursue further professional training
all the core areas of psychology problems and how to conduct
in psychology.
including cognitive psychology, scientific research.
Psychology is the fascinating study personality and individual
of the human mind and seeks to differences, lifespan development, > Apply your knowledge of
understand how we think, act and social psychology, research psychology to the workplace,
the community and society.
feel. In this degree you will look at methods and biological psychology,
compelling questions such as: as well as specialised topics such
as workplace psychology and,
What shapes our personality? How Minimum Entry
cyber-psychology. You will cover all
do children develop and learn? Requirements
the major theoretical perspectives
What influences our well-being?
like the theory of Freud, Jung and Please see page 31 for
Why do we sometimes forget
Pavlov and will be encouraged to academic entry requirements.
things? What gives some teams an
apply these theories to the world
edge over others? The psychology IELTS requirement – 6.0
around you through an interesting
degree at NCI will set you on an
range of projects and assignments. Students must be able
amazing journey of discovery. It
Studying psychology will take you to demonstrate a strong
will also equip you for a range of
through some of the darker and
careers. Your degree could see you mathematical background.
the dazzling aspects of the human
eventually working in a number of
condition. This degree will give you
clinical and psychological settings,
an excellent broad knowledge in
or alternatively in business areas
psychology and the ability to later
such as marketing, management
specialise in the areas you most
and human resources, or in sports,
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Future prospects
The degree is recognised by the Psychological Society of Ireland and therefore allows graduates to complete
further graduate training within psychology in areas including:
> Clinical psychology > Forensic psychology > Counselling psychology
> Organisational psychology > Educational psychology
Completion of the degree will also facilitate graduates in entering many other professions including human
resources, recruitment, management, consultancy and marketing.
93% of our 2018 graduates of this programme were employed or in further study within 6 months of graduation.
Course structure
Applied Introduction and Biological Basis of Final Project

History of Psychology Psychology Health Psychology
Abnormal Psychology
Introduction to Research
Applied Statistics
Methods
Contemporary Neuroscience
Personality and Workplace Psychology
Social Psychology
Intelligence Cyberpsychology
Criminal Psychology
Lifespan Development Coaching Psychology
Applied Development Psychology
Cognitive Psychology Applied Research Methods Organisational Development
Public Relations and Social Media
Psychology Labs Entrepreneurship
Project Management
Psychology of Learning
and Behaviour Analysis International Human Resource Management
Financial Management Tools for the Enterprise
Contemporary Issues in Reward Management
Ethics and Social Responsibility

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BSc (Honours)
in Computing
NCI’s innovative BSc (Honours) in Computing will give you programming and
advanced problem-solving skills, to create software applications that solve real-world
problems. Students can specialise in one of 7 key areas.
Course duration – Fees (per year of study) – International €10,000,

4 years (8 semesters) EU €7,087
Recent recruiters include Amazon, AOL, Bank of Ireland, Dell, Facebook, Ericsson, KPMG, Microsoft, PWC, SAP, Workday.
All students in year 3 will receive either a work placement in a Dublin based company or an academic internship. Places
with companies are available mainly to high performing students.
About the course applications that may be deployed Industry placement

in the web. You will also develop
The work of the computer engineer your creativity and communication The programme is industry-focused
is visible in our smartphones, our skills. with a six-month work placement
business services, the internet in the third year. NCI students are
Our comprehensive full-time
and every aspect of our lives. This highly sought after and complete
degree will give you all the
growing influence is also obvious their work experience in companies
essentials of computing and you
in the jobs market. IT professionals like Microsoft, O2, ESB, Wells Fargo,
will then get the opportunity to
are in extremely high demand with Dotmobi, Datalex and Intel.
specialise in your final year. You
a skills shortage in the Information
will choose modules from one of
and Communications Technology
seven important areas of computer Further study options
(ICT) area. This honours degree
science. These specialist areas
will equip you with the knowledge Upon successful completion of
will allow you to pursue the area
and skills to take advantage of this the BSc (Honours) in Computing,
which most interests you and will
opportunity. graduates can progress to
give you a significant advantage
in the jobs market. The course postgraduate courses at level 9
NCI’s innovative BSc (Honours)
is delivered in state-of-the-art on the National Framework of
in Computing will give you
computer laboratories by lecturers Qualifications such as the MSc
programming and advanced
who are working in these fields. It is in Cybersecurity, MSc in Cloud
problem-solving skills, to create
practical in nature throughout and Computing or the MSc in Data
software applications that solve
also includes a full semester of work Analytics at National College of
real-world problems. This exciting
Ireland.
course will expose you to areas experience.
like gaming and multimedia
design, software development,
Who is the course for?
Minimum Entry Requirements
Cybersecurity, cloud computing, Please see page 31 for
This full-time computing course
data analytics, mobile application academic entry requirements
will appeal to students who
development and internet of
wish to consider the possibilities IELTS requirement – 6.0
things. In addition you will learn
created by information and
how to apply software engineering
communications technology.
principles to develop software

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7 Ireland is the 37,000 9 out of 10 8 out of 10

specialisations second employees world-leading leading
largest in IT in Ireland technology online game
exporter of and internet companies and
IT services companies in platforms in
in the world Ireland Ireland
Programme structure
Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4
Computational Software Quality Advanced Computer Cloud Application Development

Thinking and Testing Networks Computing Project
IT Governance, Security and Ethics
Advanced Security Fundamentals
The Computing Industry
Databases and Development
In year 4, students are allowed
choose a specialisation. Current
Problem Solving and Object Oriented
Advanced Programming options for specialisations are:
Programming Concepts Programming
1. Games Programming
Innovation 2. Software Development
Discrete Business and Artificial
and Business
Mathematics Intelligence 3. Blockchain Technologies
Entrepreneurship
4. Cybersecurity
Introduction to Artificial
Web Design and Data Structures and 5. Artificial Intelligence / Machine
Intelligence and Machine
Development Algorithms Learning / Data Analytics
Learning
6. Digital Business Transformation
Interdisciplinary Team Project 7. Internet of Things
Digital Multimedia
Project Management
Please visit our website to learn more
about the modules covered within
Introduction to each specialisation.
Software Engineering Work Placement
Programming
Please note that not all specialisations
may run for each fourth year cohort
Operating Systems and are subject to minimum class
sizes.
Introduction to
Data Modelling and
Databases
For details of both compulsory and elective modules included in each
Computer Architecture specialisation please consult the programme pages online at www.ncirl.ie

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BSc (Honours) in
Data Science
Data is increasingly used by companies in key areas of the business process, such as
sales and marketing, operations, customer services and security. This honours degree
will equip the students with the knowledge skills and competence to enable them to
apply computing and analytical science and technology in the pursuit of discovering
new information by identifying and validating patterns in data.
Course duration – 4 years (8 semesters) Fees – International €10,000, EU €7,087
Intakes – September Nationalities - n/a
About the Programme > Effectively visualize and opportunities to forge careers in a
communicate the results of data critical area
analysis to support business
The course is practical in nature, By 2020, it is estimated that there
decision making.
providing you with knowledge of will be a demand for 21,000
the way data science can solve real > Adopt appropriate professional,
additional professionals with high-
problems and facilitate business ethical, legal, security and privacy
level data science skills in Ireland.
decisions based on evidence. It also principles in the construction and
implementation of data science Graduates from the BSc (Honours)
incorporates work placement in an
solutions. in Data Science will complete a six-
IT company which will significantly
improve your skills and enhance month work placement in industry
Who is this and on graduation can go on to
your employability. Due to the programme for?
shortage of suitably qualified data work with a variety of organisations
science professionals in Ireland including multinationals, financial
This course will appeal to students services and professional services
and internationally, this degree who are interested to develop
offers exceptional job prospects for companies such as Microsoft,
computing and numeracy skills and KBC, AIB, Eir, Irish Life. Related data
graduates. pursue a career in data science. This science roles include data scientist,
As a graduate of this course you will degree is designed for those with business intelligence analyst,
be able to: an interest in pursuing sophisticated customer insight lead, risk analyst,
theory and methods relevant to knowledge engineer, and data
> Understand how data can be
modern applications requiring programmer.
valuable and can help solve
business problems and facilitate
large-scale data analysis. It prepares
business decisions. you for cutting edge data handling
and analysis for the information Minimum Entry Requirements**
> Apply data transformation, challenges of tomorrow. Please see page 31 for
modelling, mining and machine
academic entry requirements
learning techniques to analyse and
derive new knowledge and insight
Future Prospects
IELTS requirement – 6.0
from data.
Global demand for combined
> Design and implement data statistical and computing expertise
science algorithms and applications outstrips supply. For graduates in
that solve real-world problems.
Data Science this shortage presents

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Salaries in Data Science are

soaring. A senior data science
specialist in Dublin can expect
to earn €120,000 per year.
Programme structure
Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4
Computational Thinking Data Visualisation Data Architecture Data Science Project

Data Governance, Security & Ethics
Discrete Mathematics Programming II Scalable Data Analytics
Systems Modelling, Simulation &
Advanced Machine Optimization for Analytics
The Computing Industry Advanced Databases
Learning
Strategic Data Analysis
Predictive & Prescriptive Analytics
Problem Solving Text Analytics
Data Warehousing and
& Programming Statistics II
Business Intelligence IoT Real Time Analytics
Concepts
Financial Data Analysis
Healthcare Analytics
Introduction to Data
Linear Algebra Artificial Intelligence
Science
IT Project Work Placement or

Programming I
Management Academic Internship
Introduction to
Data Modelling and Programming III
Databases
Data Mining and

Statistics I
Machine Learning
Computing Systems
In years 3 & 4, students will undertake both compulsory and elective modules from the outline module above
Available to international students subject to Irish Visa Office approval.

**
All modules are indicative only.

***

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Higher Diploma in
Science in Computing
Ireland is one of the largest tech hubs in Europe. The Irish tech sector is growing at
5 times the rate of Ireland’s economy. We have seen exponential growth in the number
of tech jobs available in recent years which is expected to continue rising into the
future.
Course duration – 12 months Fees – International €12,000
About this course It will also appeal to technical and support and helpdesk specialist;
non-technical professionals who IoT software developer; entry-
The Higher Diploma in Science would like to upgrade their skills in level cybersecurity engineer;
in Computing is a Level 8 course. one of the specialisations provided cybersecurity tester; computer
The course will teach you the by this course, helping them to forensics examiner; software tester;
computing fundamentals, progress faster in their employment quality assurance software tester;
complemented with detailed or to apply the knowledge in their and test architect.
knowledge, problem-solving and current role.
specialised technical skills required
for designing, developing and Future Prospects Minimum Entry Requirements**
Applicants will normally have
deploying software.
Students who successfully an equivalent to an Irish Level 8
The course offers specialisation complete this course will be Honours in any discipline will be
streams in the second semester eligible to progress to a Master’s considered.
to choose from. The streams are programme (Level 9) in a IELTS requirement – 6.0
Mobile Application Development, specialised area of computing
Mobile Cloud Gaming Software such as MSc in Data Analytics, MSc
Development, Cloud Computing, in Cyber Security, MSc in Cloud
Computing Infrastructure and Computing and MSc in Fintech.
Internet of Things
Graduates may also avail of
Who is this course for? entry-level tech related positions,
depending on the selected
This course will appeal to graduates stream, such as mobile application
with a level 8 degree from different designer/developer; cloud
backgrounds who wish to change application developer; cloud
their non-computing qualification solutions architect; software
into the tech field through a level 8 developer; system and network
award in computing. administrator; IT infrastructure
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Entry-level ICT
Related Role with
1-year work visa
Average Salary €32k
Students Higher Diploma

with a 3 or 4 years in Science in
degree in any subject Computing
who wish to reskill
into IT (12 months)
NCI Masters Specialised

in any computing Tech Role with
area 2 year work visa
Average Salary €40k
(12 months)
Course structure
Semester 1 Semester 2 - Semester 3
Computer Architecture
Software Operating Systems and Project
Development Networks
Object Oriented Software

Domain Skills for Computing
Engineering
Introduction to Databases Students will choose from

one of 7 streams:
Web Design and 1. Cloud Computing
Client Side Scripting 2. Software Development
3. Blockchain Technologies
4. Cybersecurity
5. Artificial Intelligence /
Machine Learning
6. Web Development
7. Internet of Things
Specialisations will run
subject to student numbers.

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Master of Science
in Management
Propel your future prospects with this internationally recognised course, designed to
provide you with the building blocks for a successful career in any industry.
Course duration – 12 months (September), Fees – International

20 months (January) €15,000, EU €7,900
Intakes – September and January Nationalities - 6
About the course the opportunity for more in-depth Future prospects
development of knowledge within
The MSc in Management has modules. An applied approach The course will allow successful
been developed to satisfy the to teaching is used within the graduates to begin or advance
demand for courses which course with lectures interspersed their journey into middle to top
combine a strong theoretical with exercises, use of case study management positions in any
foundation with a firm focus analysis, group activities in class, industry. In many cases, students
on practical application. You debate on contemporary issues as who come from a non-business
will be exposed to the most well as independent learning. background have successfully
current schools of thought in used this course to add the required
disciplines such as international Who is this course for? management skills to advance their
business, finance, marketing, career within their chosen field.
entrepreneurship and strategy. The course is aimed at anyone Recent graduates have secured
The course also provides a following a career path which roles with companies such as the
series of elective modules for requires them to step into middle Mater University Hospital, EY and
students to explore other areas to top management positions. State Street.
of interest or to emphasise their Additionally, the course can This programme will allow transfer
development on a specific area provide a transition stage for to research degrees and in some
of their choice. Development graduates from other disciplines cases progression to taught
of effective managerial skills, (for example IT, Engineering, doctoral programmes for those
which include analytical problem Humanities) who wish to move wishing to continue their studies.
solving, decision-making, effective into the management arena either
communication and leadership, as practitioners, researchers or Entry Requirements
are encouraged throughout the consultants. Applicants will hold a
course. Such skills provide strong
qualification equivalent
tools which can be applied in
to an Irish Level 8 Honours
real day-to-day management degree (minimum 2:2) in
situations and serve graduates any discipline. IELTS
to aim at higher management Requirement - 6.5
positions within the organisation. P lease see page 30 for more
Block teaching is used to provide details on entry requirements.

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Indraneel Sunil Armani MSc in Management, India
“NCI offered me a great programme, with really interesting modules which give you a good
understanding of all parts of business. The faculty are very experienced, most have PhD’s
and tremendous experience in industry.”
Course structure
Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 3
Financial Management Dissertation ( Part 1 of 2 )
Marketing Management International Business
Research Methods (Part 1 of 2 ) Economics for Management
Strategic Management of Human Capital Strategy for Decision Making
Commercial Law Research Methods ( Part 2 of 2 )

Dissertation
Corporate Governance Business Strategic ICT & eBusiness (Part 2 of 2 )
Ethics & CSR Implementation
Contemporary Issues in Global Finance Global Value Chain Management
Management of Innovation &

Entrepreneurship
Technology
Services Marketing Doing Business on the Cloud
Strategic Project Management
Employment Law

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Master of Science in
International Business
Become a future business leader with this diverse course which will provide you with
the knowledge and experience you need to start your career anywhere in the world.
Course duration – 12 months (September), Fees – International €15,000,

20 months (January) EU €7,900
About the course Who is this course for? Future prospects

The MSc in International Business The course is aimed at anyone Career opportunities for
has been specifically designed following a career path which international business
for those wishing to gain deeper requires them to step into middle graduates are vast. Multinational
knowledge of the international to top management positions in organisations particularly favour
business environment as an internationally focused employees who have the ability
both employees or as owner/ business environment. to work confidently across,
managers of businesses operating Additionally, the course can and within, a range of different
internationally. The requirement provide a transition stage for markets. The range of disciplines
for managers to think globally but graduates from other disciplines that you will cover in this course
act locally is vital to success. An who wish to move into the can provide you with a career path
understanding of the international management arena either as into areas such as management,
environment in which practitioners, researchers or marketing, consultancy, finance,
organisations are now situated consultants. business administration, strategy,
cannot be overemphasised. innovation technology or project
management.
Entry Requirements
Applicants will hold a
qualification equivalent
to an Irish Level 8 Honours
degree (minimum 2:2) in
any discipline.
IELTS Requirement - 6.5
Please see page 30 for more
details on entry requirements.

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Nadja Faris MSc in International Business, Malaysia
“Doing NCI’s Masters in International Business allowed me to study marketing, management,

human resources, finance and economics. Being in a class with people from many other
nationalities allowed me to explore so many parts of business.“
Course structure
Corporate Governance Business Contemporary Issues in Global

Ethics and CSR Finance
Research Methods Economics for Management
MNEs and the Global Business Environment Strategy for Decision Making
Marketing in the Global Environment Dissertation
Services Marketing Research Methods Dissertation
Marketing Management Strategic Project Management
Strategic Management of Management of Innovation and

Human Capital Technology
Employment Law Global Value Chain Management
Commercial Law Doing Business on the Cloud

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Master of Science in
Entrepreneurship
A critical insight into entrepreneurship through a deep exploration of the stages
of creativity, innovation and enterprise.
Fees – International €15,000,

Course duration – 12 months EU €7,900
Intakes – September
About the course innovation and creation evident Future prospects

in all aspects of Irish business,
The MSc in Entrepreneurship will society and culture and are The MSc in Entrepreneurship will
provide you with a critical insight encouraged by flexible working help you to develop business
into entrepreneurship through a spaces, methods and practices skills that are essential in a wide
deep exploration of the stages that Ireland has to offer. range of different organisations,
of creativity, innovation and as well as preparing you for the
enterprise. Moreover the course Who is this course for? possibility of one day starting
will provide an insight into the your own business. Graduates
culture of the entrepreneurial firm This course is aimed at of the course typically pursue
and the culture of the individuals individuals seeking to develop a range of careers, including
who build and create such an entrepreneurial mindset with a innovation management, policy
enterprises. view to starting their own business and business development roles
or nurturing this approach within the private sector and with
The course will allow you government agencies supporting
within an existing organisational
to develop an advanced innovation, and founding their
structure. Additionally, the
understanding of the own business ventures.
course can provide a transition
management function across
stage for graduates from other
a broad range of business
disciplines who wish to move into Entry Requirements
disciplines including enterprise,
the management arena either Applicants will hold a
innovation management,
as practitioners, researchers or qualification equivalent
technology, strategy, finance and
consultants. to an Irish Level 8 Honours
law, providing you with the ability
to analyse and critically evaluate degree (minimum 2:2) in
management theory and practice. any discipline.
Ireland is consistently voted one
Please see pages 30 for more
of the best countries in the world
to start and build your business.
Entrepreneurs are inspired by the

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35,000 new business

owners in Ireland in
2016 – 4 out of 10 were
born outside of Ireland
Ireland ranks 3rd In 2014, the Irish
(Global Entrepreneurship
Monitor Report, 2016) highest in Europe Government launched
for intrapreneurs - a National Policy
1 in 13 employees are Statement on
active as intrapreneurs, Entrepreneurship
Women in Ireland involved in developing in Ireland – the first
rank 7th highest or launching new time a Government
in Europe for goods or services for has published a
entrepreneurship their employer comprehensive
(Global Entrepreneurship national strategy for
(Global Entrepreneurship
Monitor Report, 2016)
Monitor Report, 2016) entrepreneurship.
Course structure
Research Methods Dissertation
Strategic Marketing Management Management of Innovation and Technology
Enterprise Management Enterprise Simulation Game
Strategy for Decision Making Research Methods
Commercial Law Employment Law
Managing People Dissertation
Strategic ICT and eBusiness Implementation
International Finance
International Business
Global Value Chain Management
Doing Business on the Cloud
Corporate Governance Business Ethics and CSR

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Master of Science
in Finance
This course will equip you with the latest knowledge and skill set needed for a
successful career within the finance sector. You will get to study surrounded by
companies such as KPMG, PWC, Citi and the Irish Central Bank.

About the course in nature and on completion Future prospects

graduates will be able to think
The MSc in Finance has been independently, make informed Ireland’s MSc graduates seem
designed in consultation with and effective decisions and eminently employable. Graduates
industry to provide candidates proactively troubleshoot financial are employed in roles including:
with the advanced analytical, and technical business problems. financial analysis, capital markets,
statistical and financial skills Graduates from the MSc in equities, restructuring & forensic
for decision making within the Finance will be able to apply analysis, investment analysis,
modern and dynamic financial advanced research skills and research analysis, and accounting.
services sector. Graduates will be critically evaluate seminal, as
accomplished in the application well as contemporary literature,
paradigms and concepts which Entry Requirements
of advanced quantitative tools
underpin the operation of Applicants will hold a
and financial models and
international capital markets and qualification equivalent to an
techniques within a range of
the investment management Irish Level 8 Honours degree
business and financial settings. In
process. (minimum 2:2) in Finance,
particular, the course will provide
Accounting, Economics or
graduates with the techniques
and applied knowledge necessary Who is this course for? another cognate subject.
to select, analyse and utilise IELTS requirement - 6.5
advanced financial concepts The course is for those wishing to Please see pages 30 for more
within the setting of investment embark on a career in investment details on entry requirements.
management and capital markets. management or individuals in all
The learning environment for the areas of financial management
course is practical and applied who wish to progress their career.

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Kanika Sharma MSc in Finance, India
“The course was really intense and industry orientated. Before I joined, I had researched that the
number of students that get hired after completing the MSc in Finance at NCI was really high.
Because of Brexit, there are so many more opportunities in Dublin now. ”
Course structure
Ethics and
Economics Portfolio Management
Governance
Financial
Quantitative Methods in Finance Derivatives and Risk Management
Regulation
Capstone
Financial Statement Analysis Applied Security Analysis
Seminar Series
Asset Valuation Quantitative Analysis in Finance Strategic

Management
and the Global
Corporate Finance Environment
Financial and
Quantitative
Modelling
Dissertation

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Master of Arts in Human

Resource Management
Take your career in HR management to the next level with our MA in Human Resource
Management, developed in consultation with the Chartered Institute of Personnel and
Development (CIPD).
Course duration – 12 months (September), Fees – International

20 months (January) €15,000, EU €7,900
Recent recruiters include Central Bank of Ireland, Hays, KPMG, Volkswagen Group
About the course to teaching is used within Future prospects

the programme with lectures
This intensive course has been interspersed with exercises, use This course produces graduates
developed in consultation with of case study analysis, group who are ready to succeed in
the Chartered Institute of activities in class, debate on senior human resource positions.
Personnel and Development contemporary issues as well as Graduates will work in various
(CIPD). The programme independent learning. roles including: Compensation
aims to develop an in-depth and benefits managers, Training
understanding of the core Who is this course for? and development specialists,
disciplines in the area of human Employment, recruitment and
resources (HR). It recognises This course is aimed primarily at placement specialists, Human
that HR must operate in individuals seeking an academic resources information system
challenging and dynamic qualification at postgraduate level (HRIS) analysts, Employee
business environments that are while also wishing to advance assistance plan managers.
constantly changing and seeks their career to assume positions at This programme will allow transfer
to enable students to deliver a senior management level with a to research degrees and in some
effective business solutions that specific focus on human resource cases progression to taught
optimise the people resources management. doctoral programmes for those
of their organisation. Combined
wishing to continue their studies.
with a practitioner recognised
qualification in the area of HRM,
namely CIPD, this course is Entry Requirements
geared towards people wishing Applicants will hold a
to continue or progress in their qualification equivalent
professional development in HR to an Irish Level 8 Honours
or wider roles in the organisation. degree (minimum 2:2) in
Block teaching is used to provide any discipline.
the opportunity for more in-depth
development of knowledge within
Please see pages 30 for more
modules. An applied approach

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Flor da Tila Gordillo Tepate MA in Human Resources Management, Mexico
People in Dublin are very friendly and nice. It’s a very safe place, multi-cultural and has a great
atmosphere. I chose NCI because I liked their history in Human Resources, the programme is
very well designed and closely linked with CIPD.
Course structure
People Resourcing Mediation and Conflict Management
Employment Law International HRM
Talent Development Dissertation ( Part 1 of 2 ) Dissertation

(Part 2 of 2 )
HRM in a Strategic Business Context Employee Relations
Research Methods ( Part 1 of 2 ) Research Methods ( Part 2 of 2)
compulsory module

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Master of Science
in Marketing
This course will equip you with a comprehensive understanding of key foundations
of the marketing discipline as well as providing you with a detailed understanding of
the contemporary marketplace.

About the course Block teaching is used to provide Future prospects

the opportunity for more in-depth
The MSc in Marketing is development of knowledge within Of our 2018 graduates from the
comprised of preeminent modules. An applied approach MSc in Marketing, 100% were
marketing related disciplines to teaching is used within in employment within 6 months
such as: integrated marketing the programme with lectures of graduating. Whether you are
communications, brand interspersed with exercises, use looking for a way to take the next
management, postmodern of case study analysis, group step in your existing marketing
marketing and digital marketing activities in class, debate on career, wishing to change
strategy and thus caters for contemporary issues as well as your career path and move
multinational organisations, independent learning. into marketing management
indigenous SME initiatives and from another field, or working
entrepreneurial enterprises. Who is this course for? toward launching your own
entrepreneurial venture, this
The ethos of this course works in programme will provide the
The MSc in Marketing has been
tandem with industry, ensuring intellectual and practical skills to
specifically designed with the
that graduates are competent, well enable you to drive your career
needs of current and future
versed marketers, possessing the forward.
marketing professionals and
latest comprehensive knowledge
managers in mind. It is particularly
and application skills necessary
aimed at graduates who have Entry Requirements
to develop and drive successful
acquired specific marketing Applicants will hold a
commercial (and non-commercial)
knowledge during their Bachelor qualification equivalent to an
enterprises which will propel their
degree studies. Irish Level 8 Honours degree
candidacy, as well as, the present
(minimum 2:2) in marketing or
Irish economy. The programme
a business subject with some
offers students’ real insight and
marketing components.
skills as to how to plan and
execute marketing campaigns and IELTS Requirement - 6.5
strategies in actual organisations, Please see pages 30 for more
enabling our graduates to enter detail on entry requirements.
management roles hitting the
ground running.

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Mei Lin Chuah MSc in Marketing, Malaysia
“The Masters in Marketing helped me gain more knowledge, and hopefully get a job in
advertising and promotion. The experience is very good and coming from a different culture,
you will find at the end of the course that you have grown as a person.”
Course structure
Integrated Marketing Communications

The Contemporary Consumer
in Digital Age
Marketing in the 21st Century Marketing Metrics and Accountability
Digital Marketing Strategy Brand Management
Marketing Metrics and Accountability Services Marketing
Business Research Methods Market Research
Marketing Insights and Customer

Innovation and Creativity
Relationship Marketing
Strategic Project Management Brand Management
Strategic Social Media Marketing and Strategic Social Media Marketing and Public Dissertation
Public Relations Relations
Research Methods Customer Relationship Management
Management of Innovation and Technology
The Social Conscience of the Consumer
Postmodern Marketing
Selling to the modern customer
Business Research Methods

compulsory module
elective module Research Methods

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Master of Science
in Cloud Computing
Study at our state-of-the-art Cloud Competency Centre, where you will gain
experience with the latest design principles, models, and technologies in
cloud computing.
Course duration – Fees – International €15,000,

12 months EU €6,500
Recent recruiters include Citi, Deloitte, Fidelity, IBM, Workday, Codefarm, DPD Ireland.
About the course and apply them to ensure the Future prospects
technical sustainability of an
organisation.
This course will provide you Of our 2018 graduates,
with the latest knowledge and > Perform a migration from a 100% were in employment
competencies required by the traditional ICT environment to within 6 months of graduating.
fastest growing global industry: a cloud-based platform. Graduates from this programme
the cloud. Cloud computing > Manage the process of running are working in positions such as
has become a multi-billion euro an IT department from a cloud Software Developer, IT Security
industry and this course offers environment. Engineer, Web Developer, Cloud
specialisations in two key areas: Developer in companies such
Infrastructure (IaaS - Infrastructure as IBM, CITI, Deloitte, Sogeti,
as a Service) and Development
Who is this course for? Workday and Fidelity.
(SaaS - Software as a Service). The
This computing course will
course is delivered by faculty and
appeal to computer science or Entry Requirements
industry practitioners with proven
certain engineering graduates, Applicants will normally have
expertise in cloud computing. an equivalent to an Irish Level
ICT industry practitioners, system
administrators, and those with 8 Bachelor degree in a STEM
As a graduate of this course you
an interest in gaining practical subject with programming
will be able to: knowledge.
experience and developing an
> Create and deploy commercial excellent career in the area of IELTS requirement - 6.0
multi-tier applications onto multiple
cloud computing.
(public/hybrid) cloud platforms. Please see page 30 for more
detail on entry requirements.
> Plan and architect highly-scalable
computing/data analytics solutions
for business and scientific needs.
> Design pattern-based application
code to run efficiently in a cloud
environment.
> Evaluate security strategies.
associated with cloud computing

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Douglas Usman MSc in Cloud Computing, Nigeria
“Most of the big name companies are around NCI. This gives you that first impact when you
see the company is right in front of you. NCI gives you the platform to achieve your dreams.”
Course structure
Cloud Architecture Research in Computing

Research Methods
Cloud DevOpsSec Fog and Edge Computing
Cloud Platform Programming Scalable Cloud Programming Data Governance,

Compliance and
Innovation 1 Innovation 2 Ethics
Blockchain Concepts and Technologies Cloud Machine Learning

Research Project
Quantum Computing

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Master of Science
in Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity is essential in today’s society in which information technology
and services pervade every aspect of our lives.

Companies recruiting Cybersecurity graduates in Ireland include Accenture, Morgan McKinley, KPMG, PWC,
Deloitte, Grant Thornton
About the course A unique feature of this course Future prospects

is the strong collaboration of the
The aim of this course is to provide College with the industry in the Several reports highlight the skills
learners with essential research development and delivery of the shortage in Cybersecurity. The
and expert technical knowledge MSc in Cybersecurity course. Bureau of Labour Statistics projects
and competence of the most The Domain Context module 36.5 percent employment growth
important technical concepts creates a space into which for information and Cybersecurity
of security applied in emerging companies may provide in-house experts and analysts by 2022. This
areas such as cloud security and training, professional certification field has the fastest growth rate
forensics. preparation or deliver knowledge when compared with the rest of
on the latest technologies the technology jobs. Considering
The course is technical and currently used by specific the high demand of various
practical in nature, uniquely Cybersecurity companies. type of jobs in the Cybersecurity
embedded in industry, and domain that currently exist in
develops in-depth expertise
of core technical topics within
Who is this course for? the market, graduates from this
course may work in the following
the area of Cybersecurity such roles: information security analyst,
This course is ideal for ICT
as information security, secure secure application developer,
professionals or graduates in
programming, network security, Cybersecurity tester, risk advisory
Computing/Computer Science
penetration testing, IT law and on information security and
or in a cognate area (STEM) that
ethics, and technologies and forensics, cloud security analyst, etc.
wish to develop a career as a
tools that support application and
Cybersecurity professional; to take
service vulnerability detection, Entry Requirements
a leading technical or managerial
incident detection, data and log Applicants will normally have
role; to progress faster in their
retrieval and analysis. The course an equivalent to an Irish Level
employment or to apply the gain
also provides a narrower focus 8 Bachelor degree in a STEM
knowledge in their current role. subject with programming
into Forensics and Cloud Security
Candidates are expected to have knowledge.
through the two specialisations
programming ability to join this
that are offered to the learners. IELTS requirement - 6.0
course.
Please see page 30 for more
detail on entry requirements.

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Tobechukwu Treasure Osueke MSc in Cybersecurity, Nigeria
“NCI is known to have one of best computing departments in Ireland and that was very
interesting to me. I’d advise students to put in the work required to succeed in a college that
has very high standards like NCI.”
Course structure
Secure Programming for Web Research in Computing
Secure Programming for

Security Fundamentals
Application Development Research Methods
IT Law and Ethics Cryptography
Network Security and Penetration Testing Forensics and eDiscovery
Cloud Security
Malware Analysis
Research Project
Domain Context
Incident Response and Analysis

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Master of Science
in Data Analytics
Producing high-quality, technically competent, innovative graduates
that will become leading practitioners in the field of data analytics.

Course duration – 12 month EU €6,500
Recent recruiters include Accenture, Equifax, KBC Bank, Bank of America Merrill Lynch, Alcon, Groupon
About the course Students on the course also Who is this course for?
have free access to DataCamp,
The course structure a website which allows students This course is ideal for graduates
accommodates a wide audience to revisit and reinforce the that are looking to progress into
of learners whose specific knowledge acquired during the emerging data analytics
interests in data analytics may lectures when and where they like. market to increase their
be either technically focused or employment potential. The course
Upon completion of this course,
business focused. All students is suitable for graduates who
graduates will be able to:
will also gain exposure to have technical or mathematical
pertinent legal issues and product > Conduct independent research problem solving skills. Graduates
commercialisation considerations and analysis in the field of data from disciplines that have not
associated with the data analytics analytics. developed these skills will
field. > Implement a research idea using need to be able to demonstrate
the latest industry practices. an aptitude for technical or
The course will be delivered using mathematical problem solving.
academic research, industry- > Demonstrate expert knowledge of
data analysis and statistics.
defined practical problems, and
case studies. This approach > Critically assess and evaluate
Entry Requirements
will naturally foster a deeper business and technical strategies
knowledge of the subject area for data analytics.
an equivalent to an Irish Level
and create transferable skills for > Develop and implement business 8 Bachelor degree in a STEM
work such as critical thinking, and technical solutions for data subject with programming
problem-solving, creative thinking, analytics. knowledge.
communication, teamwork and
IELTS requirement - 6.0
research skills. The course is
completely delivered by faculty Please see page 30 for more
and industry practitioners with detail on entry requirements.
proven expertise in data analytics.

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Sneha Muralidharan MSc in Data Analytics, India
“In NCI, they don’t just teach you, they make you strong, they make you bold and they help
you to make your own decisions. They mould you in a way that your skills will be required by
companies and as an NCI graduate, you will be recognised by these employers.”
Future prospects
100% of our 2016 graduates of the MSc in Data Analytics were in employment within 6 months of graduating.
This course propels you into a career in the booming data analytics sector. Recent graduates of this course are
now in positions such as Systems Analyst, Data Engineer, Senior Business Intelligence Analyst, Data Analytics
Developer and Data Scientist in companies which include Accenture, Equifax, Groupon, Bank of America
Merrill Lynch and CityJet.
Course structure
Statistics for Data Analytics Data Mining and Machine Learning 2
Database and Analytics Modelling, Simulation and

Programming Optimisation
Data Mining and Machine Learning 1 Research in Computing Research Project
Business Intelligence and Domain Applications of

Business Analytics Predictive Analytics
Data Intensive Architectures Scalable Systems Programming
Innovation 1 Innovation 2

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Master of Science
in Fintech
Financial Technology (Fintech) is concerned with the use of technology to make financial
transactions more efficient. Graduates in this field will have a good understanding of
finance, accounting, business information systems and analytic methods.
Course duration – Fees – International €15,000,

12 months EU €6,500
Intakes – September
Companies recruiting Fintech graduates include Paypal, Realex, KPMG, Linked Finance, Accenture,
Bank of America Merrill Lynch, and Aon.
About the course Who is the course for? Future prospects

Finance, stereotypically is seen This interdisciplinary course will If you are thinking about a career
as a highly regulated industry appeal to graduates of finance, as a financial technologist, there’s
dominated by banks that computing and business seeking good news: there’s a major
resist disruption and change. to enter the area of Fintech; and Fintech job boom underway.
However, finance is now riding industry practitioners seeking to Graduates will work as Innovation
an entrepreneurial wave due gain insightful experience and Officer, Data Specialists, Analytics
to an influx of highly available exposure to the Fintech domain Analyst, Product Manager,
and powerful computing and its associated areas of, for Blockchain Strategy Associate,
resources and electronic services, example, data analytics, electronic Fintech Account Manager,
accessible forms of data analytics, services, e-cash, as well as related Cryptoasset analyst,
and disruptive technologies like future and emerging technologies.
Bitcoin, WePay and Kickstarter.
Entry Requirements
This course will provide you
with the latest knowledge and
an equivalent to an Irish Level
competencies at the intersection
8 Honours degree in either
of finance and technology; the
Finance or a STEM subject.
rapidly evolving area that is
Fintech. IELTS requirement - 6.5
NCI is perfectly placed to deliver For more details on entry

an industry focused programme requirements please see
inspired by its location at the page 30
heart of the International Financial
Services Centre. The course is
completely delivered by faculty
and industry practitioners with
established experience in the
Fintech domain.

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The Irish Government recently

announced the creation of 10,000
additional Fintech jobs in the next
five years to ensure Ireland becomes
a global leader in the Fintech sector.
Gerry Gorman Founder, Fintechjobs.ie
“Approximately 25 per cent of established financial service providers expect to lose over one
fifth of their business to Fintech rivals by 2020 so there is huge potential for career advancement
within the sector”
Course structure
Entrepreneurship
Introduction to Financial Markets Contemporary Topics
in Fintech
Information Assurance and

Financial Analytics Research Project
Cybersecurity
Data Analytics Blockchain Technologies
Data Governance and Compliance Digital Forensics and Auditing
Crowd Markets

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How to Apply
This step-by-step guide takes you through the application process for our taught
courses. Our aim is to make the application process as simple and efficient as
possible. We strongly encourage all applicants to avail of the support of one of our
many overseas agent representatives, who can provide you with independent
advice and assistance on both your NCI and visa applications.
1 Research & choose 3 Check key dates

your course and deadlines
The college’s prospectus has listings, starting on EU students
page 42. You will find more detailed information, We usually do not accept applications after the
including descriptions of modules, on our end of August for September intakes and the end
webpages – www.ncirl.ie/international of November for January intakes. You are advised
to apply as soon as possible as places are very
2 Check entry requirements limited due to small class sizes and courses may
fill quickly.
Entry requirements vary depending on the course
International students
and are detailed on each course page within this
prospectus. International students are advised to submit
applications as early as possible to ensure you
International and EU students
have enough time to complete the application
We accept a wide range of qualifications from process and apply for your visa, if required.
universities around the world. For guidance on Students should check our website for final
our international requirements see page 30 or applications deadlines for each intake, but as a
visit www.ncirl.ie/international. guide if you come from a country requiring an entry
visa to Ireland, the deadline is about 12 weeks
IELTS English language requirements are listed
before the course starts. Please ensure you check
next to each course, starting on page 34. We
the visa processing timings for your country and
also accept a variety of other English language
allocate sufficient time for this. If you do not require
qualifications. Find out more on page 32 or at
an entry visa, then the deadline is four weeks prior
www.ncirl.ie/international.
to the start date.
It is important to remember that if you are applying

close to a deadline, we usually only accept full and
complete applications which demonstrate that you
have met both the academic and English language
requirements of the course. Also, you should begin
your visa application at the same time to avoid
disappointment.
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4 Submit an application 5 Apply for scholarships

We have a wide selection of education agent Each student is automatically assessed for a range
representatives around the world, who are best of scholarships. We will notify you by email as to
placed to help you through the application process, whether you have been awarded a scholarship and
securing your place and applying for your visa . the next steps to accept the scholarship offer.
You can apply to NCI either through one of our For high performing students, we also offer a small
agents or online. This ensures that your application number of prestigious scholarships. Students
is not delayed or lost in email. You will receive an already in receipt of an existing scholarship and
automatic acknowledgement of your application who have strong academic results, may choose to
when submitted and will receive regular updates apply for one of our prestigious scholarships. Details
on its progress. of all scholarships and terms and conditions can be
found on our webpages.
For all applications, we require the following:
> Copy of your academic transcripts and
certificates, both in original language and an
English version translated by a certified translator.
> Copy of your English language test results
> Copy of your passport
> Copy of your CV/resume
Each application is reviewed individually by our

admissions team and in some cases by the Course
Director. They may look for additional information;
such as details on your work experience or more
information on previous academic experience.
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How to find us
Situated at the heart of Dublin’s transport hub with excellent air, road, rail and sea
connections, NCI is easily accessible to all.
By Air Rail and DART

Dublin is highly accessible for students travelling NCI is less than 10 minutes (by the Luas Red Line)
from Asia, America, the Middle East and beyond. from Dublin’s two main railway stations, Connolly
Dublin Airport is just 15-20 minutes from NCI via and Heuston. Operated by Irish Rail, these stations
the Port Tunnel, and serves 41 airlines and over serve all the major towns and cities in Ireland.
180 routes – including direct flights to many major The DART (Dublin Area Rapid Transit) rail network
European cities, Beijing, Hong Kong and several runs along the coast of Dublin, from Malahide
flights daily to the Middle East which act as a hub and Howth, to Bray and Graystones, providing
to most countries worldwide. transport from the city centre to suburban areas.
Connolly, Pearse Street and Tara Street DART
NCI offers a complimentary airport pick up service stations are all located about 10 minutes’ walk
to all new international students. The Airlink from our campus.
airport shuttle bus also stops directly outside the
Convention Centre Dublin, which is just a two minute
walk from our campus. Taxi and bus services are also
easily available.
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41 180
Asia
13
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airlines fly destinations Free airport

to Dublin from around collection for
the world all NCI students
22
HOURS Australia
By sea By bike
Frequent ferry services to the UK and mainland Dublinbikes are the perfect way to get around
Europe for both passengers and freight are within the city whilst minimising your effect on the
easy reach of NCI. Dublin Port is just minutes away, local environment. There are currently over 90
while Dun Laoghaire harbour is within a 15 minute dublinbike stations distributed throughout the
train journey. city centre, and the scheme is expanding to over
100. Located in close proximity to each other,
Tram (Luas) every station has a minimum of 15 stands in place.
The following four stations are all located in the
The Luas Red Line (Dublin’s light tram network) Docklands area, and within close proximity to NCI.
runs directly in front of NCI, conveniently linking to
downtown Dublin and to Connolly and Heuston > Linear Park – two minutes’ walk from our
rail stations. For NCI, take the Red Line towards campus
The Point and exit at the National College of > North Wall Quay - directly across from the front
Ireland stop. Dublin Bus offers a high frequency, of the nearby convention centre
easy-to-use and accessible service across all
of the city centre and surrounding areas. These > Custom House Quay - Northside beside the
services include city bus services, Airlink, Nitelink Sean O’Casey Bridge
and DART feeder buses. Exact change, weekly > Pearse Street - Southside near Pearse Street
tickets or top up Leapcards must be used. Train Station
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Glossary
Alumni - Alumni are graduates and former students. International students - This term usually refers to
students classified as ‘overseas’ for fee purposes. In
Bachelor degrees (BA, BSc) - These are first degrees some cases, these students will be in the Ireland but
which usually last for three or four years. Bachelor their permanent area of residency will be outside the
degrees can also be studied part-time over a longer EU/EEA. Dedicated facilities are provided through the
period, although this is not an option for international International Office for all non-EU/EEA students.
students due to the visa requirements.
Lectures - Lectures usually last an hour and are a
Credits - Each module has an ECTS credit value. This useful way for staff to deliver information to a large
is a standardised way of representing the amount of number of people.
student effort, the achievement of learning outcomes
and educational activity associated with a module. Mature student - You will be classed as a mature
The ECTS, European Credit Transfer System, was student if you are aged over 23 when you enter
developed to facilitate educational mobility for university as an undergraduate.
students and inter-institutional cooperation amongst
higher education institutions within the European Modular courses - Our degree courses have a
Union. modular structure. A module is a self-contained unit
of study which usually lasts one semester and is
NCI utilises the ECTS credit system, with a strong assessed individually on completion. Degree courses
emphasis on student effort and the achievement of have a certain number of core(compulsory) modules
learning outcomes as a mechanism for determining and a choice of optional modules.
the award of credit. The volume of hours associated
with ECTS can vary, recognising that students learn at Part-time - Part-time students can take a maximum
different speeds, and the key indicator for the award of seven years to complete some first degrees,
of credit is the achievement of learning outcomes following an approved course of study, usually
(and not just an accumulation of hours). Therefore, studying alongside full-time students. Part-time study
a standard 5-credit NCI module represents 100-150 is not available to international students due to the
hours of student effort. conditions of their student visa.
Deferred entry/gap year - The college will usually Postgraduate - This describes a programme of
accept candidates for deferred entry, whereby you study or research usually taken after completing an
apply to NCI in the normal way but for entry in the undergraduate degree.
following academic year. Offers made for future RPEL - NCI operates a scheme which grants formal
academic years are always subject to courses being recognition of knowledge or experience that has
available. been gained from work, life or previous study. Credit
EU/EEA students - An EU student is typically a for Prior Experiential Learning is intended for mature
student who is a European Union national (or child of students who may or may not have had structured
an EU national) and who has lived in the EU, EEA or formal education but who have learned from their
Switzerland for at least three years out of the last five involvement in employment, community activities,
for purposes other than study. home duties, sport etc. This learning when evaluated
might entitle them to credits or exemptions from a
Fresher(s) - A fresher is a student who has just started course of study.
studying at college. Technically, the term applies for
the whole of your first year but you are only likely to Semester - NCI still has a three-term structure.
hear it used during the first few weeks. Under graduate programmes follow a two semester
academic year. Most postgraduate programmes take
Full-time - Registered full-time students usually take place over three semester in a year, although some
three or four years to complete an undergraduate do not study during the summer semester. These are
degree course or one year to complete a postgraduate self-contained periods of teaching and assessment of
course, and follow the semester-based teaching around 10 to 16 weeks.
pattern of the college.
Tutorials - Students are assigned to tutorial groups
International Baccalaureate - The International at the beginning of the academic year. Tutorials give
Baccalaureate Diploma (IB) is an internationally students the opportunity to discuss work assignments
recognised qualification. At NCI, we will make IB and academic progress in small groups.
students an offer equivalent to that made to Irish
Leaving Certificate students. Undergraduate student - Someone who is
studying for, but has not yet completed, a bachelor or
undergraduate masters degree.
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While every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this prospectus is fair and accurate
at the time of going to press, changes are likely to occur given the interval between drafting/publication and
commencement of the course. Financial information may also be subject to change. It is therefore very important
that you check our website for any updates before you apply for the course by visiting www.ncirl.ie/international.
Where there is a difference between the contents of this prospectus and our website, the contents of the website
take precedence and represent the basis on which we intend to deliver our educational services to you.
Any offer of a place to study at the college is subject to terms and conditions which can found online. You are
advised to read these before making an application. The terms and conditions set out when, for example, we
might make changes to your chosen course, to the fees payable or to student regulations with which all students
are required to comply. It is therefore important you read and take note of them.
Any complaints concerning the fairness or accuracy of this prospectus should be addressed in writing to the
Registrar, who will investigate the matter and reply within a reasonable period of time.

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INTERNATIONAL

The NCI Experience 4

The NCI Experience

Reasons to choose NCI

At NCI, we continuously focus on improving our We operate on a global scale in everything we

Courses developed with

The reason I chose

A World Class Experience

International support Industry connections

Our commitment to excellence extends to our Central location

Discover who you are and

Spring Feb to Apr Mild

Flight duration to Dublin

For more information on Ireland, visit:

Dublin is Dublin boasts a range of shopping

consistently Live centrally

the top cities Food culture

in the world Dublin is one of Europe’s most diverse

to visit Get busy living

Easy to get around

For more information on Dublin, visit:

Two vibrant Silicon Docks

connected by campus. This area is now home to some

World class location

NCI’s Students Union is the representative body for Societies

Academic support IT support

> Extensive WIFI network Health service

International standards International sponsors

This programme covers a wide range of essential

Celebrations and excursions

NCI gave me the opportunity to

I like the proximity of everything.

My favourite thing on the

Qadirah Chan Latif

The college recommends that students adopt the REPAC

Research all accommodation options

Students unfamiliar with Dublin are encouraged to consider

Students should budget carefully for living Scholarships

Planning a budget Part-time work

Students with families

All core and elective modules

If your country is not listed, or if you would like

Please include as much detail as possible about

In addition to the entry requirements from

If you have looked on our country

Academic entry requirements

China 70% 80%

Course duration – Fees (per year of study) – International €10,000,

Intakes – September Nationalities - 31

About the course choice of specialisation and a range Future prospects

How to apply – see page 70

Ziyue Sun BA (Hons) in Business, China

Financial Accounting 1 Entrepreneurship Economic and Social Policy

Human Resource Management Global Business Environment Capstone Project Preparation

Funding & scholarships – see page 26

Fees (per year of study) – International

Intakes – September Nationalities - 21

About the course Who is this course for? Future prospects

How to apply – see page 70

Zhixiang Zang BA (Hons) in Human Resources Management, China