Dublin,
Ireland
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Information and Communication Studies in Belfield Ireland | University College Dublin
University College Dublin
|
Belfield Ireland
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
EUR
13,730
(c. USD15,940.53)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
UCD's ICS stands out as one of its most interdisciplinary schools, encompassing fields from humanities and social sciences to STEM. Distinctive research domains at UCD feature Communications,
Digital Policy, and Information Science, alongside technology-focused areas like HCI and Information
Systems. As an iSchool—a prestigious designation for institutions focused on information's societal impact—ICS holds the exclusive distinction of being Ireland's sole iSchool,
as well as the only one across the entire island.
The school's research philosophy centers on innovative, future-oriented studies aimed at shaping
development, policies, and regulations both nationally and regionally. Its cross-disciplinary approach
appeals to faculty engaged in diverse research fields, providing them with an academic home
within Information and Communication Studies.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
A minimum 2-1 primary degree GPA greater than 3.08 in any field of study OR
b A minimum 2-1 GPA greater than 3.08 masters degree in information science library science communication studies or a related field
For nonnative English speakers an English language certificate is required IELTS overall score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each section
If an applicant does not hold a masters degree they will be required to enter the PhD programme via the MLitt programme and will be provided the option of advancing to stage two of the PhD programme after successful completion of a Transfer Assessment Panel TAP Only applicants who meet the masters degree requirement will be considered for funding IELTS An average score of 6.5 over all components and a minimum of 6.0 in each band on the Academic Version
TOEFL IBT - iBT 90 no less than 21 in writing and at least 19 in every other section in the Test of English as a Foreign Language TOEFL.
Tuition
EUR
13,730