Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin

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Study at Trinity to realise your full potential

As Ireland's university on the world stage, Trinity is recognised for academic excellence and a transformative student experience. The historic campus is located in the heart of Dublin city centre at the meeting place of the retail and cultural districts. With a tradition of scholarship spanning more than four centuries, Trinity is home to talented and inquiring minds, a liberal education, and research conducted at the frontiers of disciplines.

Latest News and Events

New evidence supports the case for universal healthcare

New research by Trinity College Dublin healthcare experts has suggested that the full introduction of the Sláintecare model of universal healthcare would fundamentally change the funding of healthcare in Ireland with the share of household out of pocket payments falling from 15.4% currently to 8.5% in 2027.

New project will develop light-activated molecules to fight cancer and infection

A new Horizon 2020 project aims to improve treatment options for cancer patient. Uniquely, it will also fund 10 PhD students who will study at different universities and work with industry partners.

From Strabane to Seoul: Peacemaking in Ireland and Korea

Borders and peacemaking in Ireland and Korea was the focus of an international conference hosted by the Irish School of Ecumenics, Trinity College Dublin in the Ulster Museum, Belfast on 18th and 19th of September, 2017.

Quantum physicist wins prestigious ERC award to pursue next-gen research

Dr John Goold will use the ERC Starting Grant to establish his own research group in the School of Physics and pursue next-gen research in the field of quantum systems.

Scientists discover the engine that powers cancer-killing NK cells

The engine used by cancer-killing ‘Natural Killer’ cells is turned on by a protein called Srebp, which can be blocked by certain sterols like cholesterol.

Tribute to acclaimed author, playwright and poet JP Donleavy

It is with deep sadness that the College community today learned of the death of JP Donleavy. The acclaimed American born author, playwright and poet had a long standing relationship with Trinity.

What’s on

Probe
#TCDProbe. Our pop-up festival returns on Friday 29th September 2017 with a packed programme of talks, experiments, comedy and workshops showcasing the best of Irish research.

Switch on Culture Night 2017 at Trinity College Dublin
Now in its thirteenth year, Culture Night returns in 2017 with its biggest programme to date. On September 22nd a variety of events will be hosted on campus to celebrate culture, creativity and the arts.

Trinity students and alumni share their Trinity experience stories, which helped shape their lives

Using production techniques like drone and time-lapse filming, we were able to present the campus, both old and new, in ways that have never before been done. While we can never hope to capture the scale of what happens in Trinity every day, we believe this film tries to capture some elements of what makes Trinity unique.