Atlantic Technological University- Donegal, Killybegs
Letterkenny, Ireland
from ₹15.49 L/yrTuition
2Courses
Guide · updated September 2026
Best Universities for a Master's Degree in Ireland
We compared 17 universities in Ireland — typical tuition is ₹5.3 L a year.
Universities17
Typical tuition₹5.3 Lmedian, per year
Tuition range₹1.9 L – ₹15.49 Llowest course fee
Cities10
Quick verdict
Which one is best depends on what you measure — here is the leader on each.
Top 17 — Best Universities for a Master's Degree in Ireland
Universities with a Times Higher Education world rank come first (0 of the 17 here have one), then the rest by number of courses offered.
At a glance
The first 8 side by side.
| University | City | World rank | Tuition from | Courses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic Technological University- Donegal, Killybegs | Letterkenny | — | ₹15.49 L | 2 |
| Dublin City University | Dublin, Leinster | — | ₹9.26 L | 2 |
| University College Cork | Cork, Ireland | — | ₹11.72 L | 2 |
| Atlantic Technological University - Galway | Galway | — | ₹7.25 L | 1 |
| Dundalk Institute of Technology | Dundalk, Ireland | — | ₹2.1 L | 1 |
| Maynooth University | Maynooth | — | ₹5.3 L | 1 |
| Munster Technological University | Cork | — | ₹15.06 L | 1 |
| National College of Art and Design | Dublin | — | ₹14.93 L | 1 |
Frequently asked questions
Which are the best universities in Ireland?
Based on the current catalogue, the leading options here are Atlantic Technological University- Donegal, Killybegs, Dublin City University, University College Cork, Atlantic Technological University - Galway, Dundalk Institute of Technology. Universities with a Times Higher Education world rank are listed first, then the rest by number of courses offered.
How much does it cost to study in Ireland?
Across 17 universities with published fees, the typical (median) lowest tuition is about ₹5.3 L a year, ranging from ₹1.9 L to ₹15.49 L. Living costs are extra.
Which is the cheapest university in Ireland?
National College of Ireland has the lowest published tuition in this list. Courses from ₹1.9 L a year.
How many universities are covered?
17 universities match this guide; the top 17 are shown.
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