International Student FAQ

What degrees are available at Trinity?

Trinity offers a broad range of undergraduate courses across 24 schools. You can find the complete list of undergraduate courses available here.

Taught and research postgraduate courses are also available and can be viewed here.

You can learn more about course requirements, and register your interest with Trinity as an international applicant here.

How much is tuition?

Tuition fees for each course vary. Details of these fees and student finance information is available here.

What scholarships are available?

DUBC offer scholarships to certain junior athletes pursuing their studies and rowing career at Trinity College. These scholarships vary in structure but typically include a monetary amount, specialised strength and conditioning coaching, access to physiotherapy and subsidised athlete costs.

We are eager to engage with junior athletes to discuss their potential scholarship pathway in DUBC. To get in contact, express your interest, or find out more, please email duboatclub.recruitment@gmail.com.

How much are typical living costs?

Rent comprises as the single largest cost to studying in Ireland. Students can expect to pay approximately €850/month for a room.

Students should also budget €400/month to cover food, utilities, transport and socialising costs.

Accommodation availability

Trinity Hall is an official residence of Trinity College and is a designated residence for first-year students. You can apply for Trinity Hall accommodation here.

After first year, students must source their own accommodation. This is often done by grouping with friends or by opting for private student accommodation. More information can be found here.

What are the school year/term dates?

The student calendar can be found here. The typical undergraduate student begins their studies in September, and concludes the year at the end of May.

The rowing season runs to mid-July when it concludes with the Irish Rowing Championships.

Banking arrangements/information

Students should open Irish bank accounts once they arrive in Ireland. Ireland has several banks including Allied Irish Bank and Bank of Ireland.

Details on what is required to open a bank account may be found here.

Immigration and visas

Details on visas, immigration services, health insurance and the right to work are available here.

What are the training requirements?

The training program at DUBC comprises of 3-4 ergometer sessions, 3-4 water sessions and 2-3 strength and conditioning sessions per week.

Senior squad athletes are expected to fully commit to this training program.

What health care is available?

Trinity provides on campus, primary health care for all full-time students. International student visas also require students to have basic health insurance.

What transportation do students use?

Students based in Trinity Hall use either the Luas (light rail) or bus to commute to college. Most DUBC athletes cycle to and from college and training, with the boat house a twenty minute cycle from campus and Trinity Hall.

Public transport is €1 per ride (paid by leap card) and is capped at €11/week for students.

Parents Info

Further information for parents may be found here.