Dublin Business School is Ireland's largest independent third-level college, based on Aungier Street and nearby buildings in Dublin city centre. It offers QQI-validated degrees and master's programmes in business, data analytics, law, psychology and media. Classes are practical, and the location puts you minutes from Grafton Street and St Stephen's Green.
Dublin, Ireland
Official website: dbs.ie
Ireland's largest independent third-level college
Degrees validated by Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI)
Aungier Street, Dublin city centre
€11,000 – €15,000
Non-EU students, undergraduate and taught Master's
€14,000 – €18,000
Rent, food and local transport
Approximate figures for 2026-27, please verify. Fees change every year and vary by course, so check the latest amount on dbs.ie before you apply.
MSc Data Analytics
Masters DegreeDuration
12 Months
Intake
Sep, Jan
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 80
MBA
Masters DegreeDuration
12 Months
Intake
Sep, Jan
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 80
MSc International Business Management
Masters DegreeDuration
12 Months
Intake
Sep, Jan
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 80
BA (Hons) Business
Bachelors DegreeDuration
36 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 80
City-centre campus near St Stephen's Green.
Two intakes a year for most master's programmes.
A large international student body.
Graduates join Dublin's financial services, tech and consulting firms.
Master's graduates can stay in Ireland for up to two years on the Stamp 1G.
Data analytics graduates move into reporting and analyst roles.
Undergrad
Rolling
Postgrad
Rolling
Undergrad
No UG intake
Postgrad
Rolling
DBS teaches from several buildings around Aungier Street, a few minutes' walk from Grafton Street.
Dublin is friendly and lively but has some of Europe's highest rents, so arrange accommodation before you arrive.
Letter of acceptance from Dublin Business School
Proof of tuition fee payment
Proof of EUR 10,000 living funds
Private medical insurance
English test at required level
Passport valid twelve months beyond arrival
DBS accepts applications on a rolling basis. Non-EU applicants should apply by June for September and by October for January.
Master's programmes start in September and January; most undergraduate degrees in September.
Most non-EU students need a D study visa for Ireland. The key documents are the acceptance letter, fee receipt, bank statements showing EUR 10,000 and private health insurance. You register for an IRP once you're in the country.
Data analytics, the MBA, international business management and business are the most popular. Master's courses need a second-class honours degree and IELTS 6.0.
DBS sometimes offers scholarships or early-payment discounts. Ask the international team about current offers.
