About the university
CCT College Dublin was established in 2005 as the College of Computing Technology, a specialist computing school. It later added a Faculty of Business and kept the CCT name. Its programmes are validated by Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI), and it is one of the first higher education providers designated under Ireland's TrustEd Ireland quality mark.
CCT is a small, focused college that teaches computing, IT, data analytics, cyber security and business. Its master's courses carry 90 ECTS (60 taught credits plus a 30-credit applied project), and full-time students usually attend about three days a week.
For Indian students the attraction is a low fee and a choice of start dates. CCT's fees page lists €14,000 for non-EU students on its MSc programmes and €12,000 for the MA in International Business, with September and February intakes for most postgraduate courses.
The campus is on Westmoreland Street, beside O'Connell Bridge and Trinity College in the centre of Dublin, with excellent public transport. Dublin rents are high, and CCT says you should arrive with at least four weeks of accommodation already booked.
- Founded
- 2005, as the College of Computing Technology
- Type
- Private college; programmes validated by QQI
- International students
- Students from 70 countries (CCT website)
- Campus
- One city-centre campus at 30–34 Westmoreland Street, Dublin 2
- Intakes
- September and February for most master's and higher diploma courses
- Global rankings
- Not ranked in the QS or THE world university rankings
Rankings
Popular courses with Indian students
- Postgraduate
Master of Science (MSc) in Data Analytics
- Fee / year
- €14,000
- Duration
- 90 ECTS, full time (taught modules then a 30-credit applied project)
- Intakes
- September; February (next start February 2027)
- English
- IELTS 6.5, Duolingo 120, TOEFL iBT 81 (CEFR B2+)
- Postgraduate
Master of Science (MSc) in Computing
- Fee / year
- €14,000
- Duration
- 90 ECTS, full time
- Intakes
- September; February (next start to be confirmed)
- English
- IELTS 6.5, Duolingo 120, TOEFL iBT 81 (CEFR B2+)
- Postgraduate
Master of Science (MSc) in Cybersecurity
- Fee / year
- €14,000
- Duration
- 90 ECTS, full time
- Intakes
- September; February (next start February 2027)
- English
- IELTS 6.5, Duolingo 120, TOEFL iBT 81 (CEFR B2+)
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- €12,000
- Duration
- 90 ECTS, full time
- Intakes
- September; February (next start February 2027)
- English
- IELTS 6.5, Duolingo 120, TOEFL iBT 81 (CEFR B2+)
- Postgraduate
Higher Diploma in Science in Computing
- Fee / year
- €8,900
- Duration
- 1 year (full time, two semesters)
- Intakes
- Autumn and spring (next start February 2027)
- English
- IELTS 6.0, Duolingo 105, TOEFL iBT 68 (CEFR B2+)
- Postgraduate
Higher Diploma in Science in Data Analytics for Business
- Fee / year
- €8,900
- Duration
- 1 year (full time, 3 days a week)
- Intakes
- Next start February 2027
- English
- IELTS 6.0, Duolingo 105, TOEFL iBT 68 (CEFR B2+)
- Postgraduate
Higher Diploma in Science in Cybersecurity
- Fee / year
- €8,900
- Duration
- 60 ECTS, full time
- Intakes
- September; February (next start February 2027)
- English
- IELTS 6.0, Duolingo 105, TOEFL iBT 68 (CEFR B2+)
- Undergraduate
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computing and IT
- Fee / year
- €8,600
- Duration
- 4 years (full time)
- Intakes
- September (next start September 2027)
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (CEFR B2+)
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (EUR) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Science (MSc) in Data Analytics | 90 ECTS, full time (taught modules then a 30-credit applied project) | €14,000 | ≈ ₹14.8 lakh |
| Master of Science (MSc) in Computing | 90 ECTS, full time | €14,000 | ≈ ₹14.8 lakh |
| Master of Science (MSc) in Cybersecurity | 90 ECTS, full time | €14,000 | ≈ ₹14.8 lakh |
| MA in International Business | 90 ECTS, full time | €12,000 | ≈ ₹12.7 lakh |
| Higher Diploma in Science in Computing | 1 year (full time, two semesters) | €8,900 | ≈ ₹9.4 lakh |
| Higher Diploma in Science in Data Analytics for Business | 1 year (full time, 3 days a week) | €8,900 | ≈ ₹9.4 lakh |
| Higher Diploma in Science in Cybersecurity | 60 ECTS, full time | €8,900 | ≈ ₹9.4 lakh |
| Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computing and IT | 4 years (full time) | €8,600 | ≈ ₹9.1 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at CCT College Dublin with similar universities in Ireland.
Scholarships
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Overseas school results, including Indian Class 12, are checked against the Irish Leaving Certificate through NARIC; ask CCT what grades it needs from your board.
- Honours degrees need IELTS 6.0 or an equivalent test, and you must bring your own laptop.
Postgraduate
- Master's courses ask for a Level 8 (honours bachelor's) degree in a related subject. The computing and cyber security MSc courses also need strong programming skills.
- A degree in an unrelated subject can be accepted with relevant work experience (at least 5 years for the MSc in Computing and MSc in Cybersecurity, 3 years for the MA in International Business).
- Higher Diplomas accept a Level 7 (ordinary) degree in a related subject or a Level 8 degree in another subject, so they suit graduates of three-year Indian degrees who want to switch into computing or data.
- CCT runs its own English test and an admissions interview before the course starts.
Documents
- Passport information page
- Attested degree certificate and transcripts
- English test result (no older than two years at the course start)
- CV
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 for Level 9 (master's); 6.0 for Level 6 to 8 courses |
| Duolingo English Test | 120 for Level 9; 105 for Level 6 to 8 |
| TOEFL iBT | 81 for Level 9; 68 for Level 6 to 8 |
| Other tests | PTE and Cambridge are accepted on some course pages if they meet CEFR B2+; scores must be no older than two years at the course start. |
Accommodation and living costs
CCT has no student halls. It provides a guide to the types of accommodation in Dublin and warns that you should not arrive without at least four weeks of accommodation booked, because the city is expensive. Non-EU students must also buy private medical insurance and register for an Irish Residence Permit.
| Item | In EUR | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Irish Residence Permit (IRP) cardCCT international student page | €300per registration or renewal | ≈ ₹31,800 |
Campus and location
CCT has a single campus at 30–34 Westmoreland Street, Dublin 2, between O'Connell Bridge and Trinity College, with very good bus, Luas and DART links.
- Small, specialist college focused on computing, IT and business.
- Full-time postgraduate students usually attend about 15 hours (three days) a week.
- Free counselling and student rates at partner medical clinics.
- Designated TrustEd Ireland provider; QQI learner protection applies to its programmes.
Careers and graduate outcomes
CCT's master's and honours degrees are QQI awards. Irish Immigration's Third Level Graduate Programme (Stamp 1G) covers QQI awards: up to 24 months after a Level 9 master's and 12 months after a Level 8 honours degree. See our Ireland guide for the rules.
| What | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Stay-back after a Level 9 master's (Stamp 1G) | Up to 24 months (12 months, renewable once) | Irish Immigration Service Delivery |
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FAQs
How much is a master's at CCT?
CCT's course fees page lists €14,000 for its Master of Science programmes and €12,000 for the MA in International Business for non-EU (offshore) students. The page does not state the academic year, so confirm the fee in your offer letter.
Can I start in February?
Yes. Most master's and higher diploma courses have September and February intakes, and several list February 2027 as the next start.
What IELTS score do I need?
IELTS 6.5 for master's (Level 9) courses and 6.0 for higher diplomas and bachelor's degrees. Duolingo and TOEFL iBT are also accepted.
Does CCT offer scholarships to Indian students?
CCT's funding page lists scholarships for Irish school leavers and an instalment option, but no scholarship specifically for non-EU students.
Is CCT a university?
No. It is a private college whose programmes are validated by QQI, Ireland's national qualifications body.
Sources
- CCT College Dublin: course fees (opens in a new tab)
- CCT College Dublin: MSc in Data Analytics (opens in a new tab)
- CCT College Dublin: MSc in Cybersecurity (opens in a new tab)
- CCT College Dublin: English language requirements for international students (opens in a new tab)
- CCT College Dublin: studying in Ireland for international students (opens in a new tab)
- CCT College Dublin: about (opens in a new tab)
- CCT College Dublin: financing your studies (opens in a new tab)
- Irish Immigration Service Delivery: Third Level Graduate Programme (Stamp 1G) (opens in a new tab)
Official website: www.cct.ie (opens in a new tab)
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