Technological University Dublin (TU Dublin) is one of Ireland's largest and most career-focused universities. Applications are now open for the January 2027 intake across many postgraduate programs. If you are a Nepali student who missed the September 2026 deadline, or if January is a better time for you to start, this is a real chance to begin your Irish degree in just a few months.
Non-EU students, especially those from Nepal and South Asia, can choose from tech, hospitality, events, nutrition, and music programs at TU Dublin. These courses are designed to connect you directly to real job markets in Ireland and other countries.
Here are some of the main options available for January 2027:
- MSc in Culinary Applied Nutrition
- Master of Science in Culinary Innovation and Food Product Development
- MSc in Computing in Applied Data Science and Analytics
- Master of Science in Computing with Development Operations
- Master of Science in Computing in Human Centered Artificial Intelligence
- Master of Arts in Graphic Design Practice
- MSc in Event Management
- MSc in Tourism Management
- MSc in Hospitality Management
- Master of Music Performance
- Master of Science in Management
- Master of Science in Strategic Management
- Higher Diploma in Hospitality Management
Why Choose TU Dublin for the January 2027 Intake?
TU Dublin is known for helping graduates find jobs, with courses in Architecture, Business, Computing and IT, Creative Arts, Hospitality and Tourism, and Engineering. It is Ireland's largest technological university, created by merging Dublin Institute of Technology, IT Tallaght, and IT Blanchardstown. The Grangegorman campus in central Dublin is one of the most modern university campuses in Europe.
TU Dublin stands out because it offers:
- Practice-based Learning with a strong focus on projects, labs, and real-world assignments
- City-center campuses, especially Grangegorman and Tallaght, which are close to Dublin’s industry and culture
- Strong industry links, especially in tech, hospitality, tourism, food, and creative industries
- Flexible intakes, with some programs available in both January and September
For many non-EU students, this means you have the chance to:
- Start in January 2027
- Complete a 1–2 year master’s or higher diploma.
- After that, you can use Ireland’s post-study work options to gain experience in Europe.
To secure your place, TU Dublin asks international students to pay at least 50% of the year’s tuition fee (or €6,000, whichever is higher). The rest can be paid in installments before the end of May for January-start programs.
Why starting at TU Dublin in January 2027 could be a smart choice.
For non-EU students, especially those from Nepal and South Asia:
- Starting in January 2027 means you can begin your studies earlier in the year instead of waiting until next September.
- Many of these programs are linked directly to high-demand sectors such as:
- Cybersecurity, Data & Tech
- Hospitality, Tourism & Events
- Food & Nutrition
- Creative industries
- Once you finish a master’s or higher diploma, you will be eligible for Ireland’s post-study work schemes. This gives you time to gain real-world experience.
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