Introduction

Trinity College Dublin, formally known as the College of the Holy and Undivided Trinity of Queen Elizabeth near Dublin, is the oldest university in Ireland and one of the seven classical universities in Britain and Ireland. It has a long academic tradition and an excellent educational reputation.

Overview

Student size: It has about 22,000 undergraduate and graduate students, covering all major subject areas such as arts and humanities, business, law, engineering, science, and health sciences.

Faculty: As of 2023, there are 844 faculty members, many postdoctoral fellows and professors.

History and establishment time

Founded in 1592, it was founded by Queen Elizabeth I of England under a royal charter to "civilize" Ireland. It was modeled on the University of Oxford and the University of Cambridge and is located in the former All Saints Abbey.

School strength

Rich teaching resources: As a member of the European Research University Alliance, the school has a rich and diverse curriculum. In 2023, it has 121 undergraduate degree programs and 179 graduate degree programs, providing 4 degree types.

Strong business school: The business school is the university that trains the most entrepreneurs in Europe, and has obtained the "Triple Crown" certification of AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS, and has a high reputation and influence internationally.

Nature of the institution

Public research university.

Educational philosophy

Provide a free academic environment, attach great importance to the independence of thought, encourage students to give full play to their potential, promote a diverse, interdisciplinary and inclusive environment, cultivate talents with pioneering research, innovation and creativity, and promote social development by participating in research on issues of global significance.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key laboratories: The school promoted the establishment of 5 large interdisciplinary research institutions in the academic restructuring plan from 2004 to 2008, including Adaptive Nanostructures and Nanodevices (CRANN), Neuroscience (TCIN), International Integrative Research (IIIS), Arts and Humanities Research (Trinity Long Room Hub) and Trinity Biomedical Sciences Institute (TBSI).

Advantageous disciplines:

Literature: In the field of English language and literature, it ranks 21st in the 2024 QS World University Rankings.

Medicine: Pharmacy and Pharmacology ranks 26th in the 2024 QS World University Rankings. Its School of Dental Sciences and School of Pharmacy have made remarkable research and teaching achievements in global health, health policy and management, anatomy, clinical medicine and other medical-related fields. Nursing is also ranked 26th in the 2024 QS World University Rankings.

Law: The Faculty of Law was founded in 1740 and is one of the leading law schools in Europe and is ranked in the top 100 law schools in the world.

Faculty

There are several schools, including the School of Humanities and Arts, the School of Business, the School of Engineering and Architecture, the School of Health and Agricultural Sciences, the School of Science, the School of Social Sciences and the School of Law. The school is divided into 24 schools covering many specific disciplines.

Rankings

Ranked 81st in the 2024 QS World University Rankings.

Ranked 134th in the world in the 2024 Times Higher Education World University Rankings.

Costs

Undergraduate courses: Tuition fees are approximately between 15,000-25,000 euros/year.

Postgraduate courses: Tuition fees are between 18,000-35,000 euros/year. Years.

Campus

Geographic location: Located in the center of Dublin, with convenient transportation, it provides students with convenient access to the city's cultural, commercial and social resources.

Campus buildings: There are many ancient and famous buildings on campus, such as the Trinity College Library built in 1592, which is the oldest library in Ireland and houses a large number of precious manuscripts, ancient books and modern books, including the famous "Book of Kells". In addition, there are classical buildings such as the library and Parliament Square built in the 18th century, as well as the modernist Berkeley Library and Art Building in the 20th century. The campus architectural style combines history and modernity.