Australia

Undergraduate Requirements

Trinity is delighted to accept students from Australia who have completed one of the international qualifications recognised by Trinity which are detailed below.

Recognised High School Leaving Qualifications:

Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) with results of 90+

Please note that posted scores are minimum entrance requirements only and do not guarantee admission. Where places are competitive a student must have excellent examination results to qualify for a place on their preferred course. Please report scores directly to Trinity.

Students who have not completed the above qualifications can apply using one of the international examinations recognized by Trinity.

Students from Australia can apply with one of the international examinations recognised by Trinity which are detailed below.

Accepted qualifications for direct applications include:

• GCE A Levels
  
  Click here for a quick guide to Trinity requirements for GCE A Levels
  
  
• International Baccalaureate
  
  Click here for a quick guide to Trinity requirements for International Baccalaureate
  
  
• US High School Diploma with SAT or ACT
  
  Click here for a quick guide to Trinity requirements for US High School Diploma

In addition, to qualify for admission to a degree course at the University you must:

1. Meet the minimum matriculation requirements (pass grades in English, Mathematics, a language other than English, and a full set of valid subjects for your examination system)
   
   
2. Display a high level of competence in the English language in one of the examination systems recognised by Trinity College Dublin.
   
   Details on accepted English proficiencies are available on our Admission Requirements page
   
   
3. Satisfy course specific requirements. Some courses will have additional requirements and restrictions for admission.
   
   They are detailed on the relevant course page and on our Admission Requirements page
   
   
4. Meet competitive standards for admission to the course.
   
    Please note that posted scores are minimum entrance requirements only and do not guarantee admission. Where places are competitive, a student must have excellent examination results to qualify for a place on their preferred course.

These standards are indicative only and final assessment will be made by Trinity's Academic Registry.

Important note on your application

Applicants from your country will normally be defined by Trinity as Non-EU applicants; this is based on residency rather than nationality.

Your EU/Non-EU status is an important part of your application and it is your responsibility to determine your correct status before making an application, as the method of application and requirements will differ.

Determining EU/Non-EU status (Undergraduate)

Making an Application

For detailed information on how to make an application to study at Trinity College Dublin, please see our How to Apply Guide.

There are many different ways to come to University and Trinity encourages applicants from all backgrounds and circumstances to apply. For more information on alternative paths to Trinity, such as advanced entry transfers, please see our guide to non-standard applications here

Postgraduate Entry Requirements

Postgraduate work in Trinity is academically challenging and the University has high academic entry requirements.

Applicants will need to:

• hold at least a 2.1 honors degree from an Irish university or equivalent result from a university in another country.

• display a high level of competence in the English language in one of the examination systems recognised by Trinity College Dublin. Details on accepted English proficiencies are available on our Admission Requirements page

Some courses may require higher standards or require you to take further tests or attend an interview. More detailed requirements for each course are listed on the relevant course page

If you have questions about the specifics of the admission requirements for a given course, or about the course itself, you should contract the course coordinator directly using the contact information available on the courses page.

Determining EU/Non-EU Status (Postgraduate)

Fees, Funding, Scholarships

The fees you will be expected to pay to attend Trinity College Dublin are determined by a number of factors.

For more information on how to determine your course fees, and methods of payment, please see our detailed information on Fees and Finances.

Undergraduate Fees and Finances

Postgraduate Fees and Finances

Trinity College Dublin offers a number of scholarship opportunities for prospective and current students interested in study or research at Ireland's leading university. Since its foundation in 1592, Trinity College Dublin has sought to assist students of limited means and reward academic achievement. Students are always encouraged to explore external funding options in their home countries.

For more information on scholarship, funding and grant opportunities, please see below.

General Undergraduate Scholarships and Funding

General Postgraduate Scholarships and Funding

International Scholarships

Visas

Do I need a Visa to come to Ireland to study at Trinity?

The majority of non-EU/EEA students require a visa before entry to Ireland.

To check to see whether you require a visa, please see here.

Please see on the Irish Immigration Service website a list of the countries that require a visa before entry to Ireland.
For general information on visas and immigration please visit our Visa Information section.

Meet us in your country

Trinity in your Country

We are not travelling actively at the moment but we are always happy to help answer questions about our programmes, entry requirements and student life. You can find contact details for your regional representative in the "Contact us" section below. Any visits to your region are listed on this page.

Education Agents

Trinity works with education agents who can assist you with your application. Here is the list of our approved agents in your country:

AUG Students Services
Offices in Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney
augstudy.com/australia

Global Study Partners
www.globalstudypartners.com