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BA (Hons) in Business Studies

independent-college-dublin · Dublin, Ireland · Bachelor's (undergraduate)

Researched 28 Oct 2026

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Level

Bachelor's

Duration

3 years full-time (QQI Level 8)

Tuition / year

€7,200 (≈ ₹7.6 lakh)

Intakes

September; February

Course overview

BA (Hons) in Business Studies is a undergraduate (bachelor's) course in business & management at independent-college-dublin in Dublin, Ireland. It takes 3 years full-time (QQI Level 8), with intakes in September; February.

independent-college-dublin is a private institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.

Key highlights

Key highlights
Universityindependent-college-dublin (Private)
LocationDublin, Ireland
CourseBA (Hons) in Business Studies
LevelBachelor's (undergraduate)
Subject areaBusiness & Management
Duration3 years full-time (QQI Level 8)
Tuition per year€7,200 (≈ ₹7.6 lakh)
IntakesSeptember; February
English requirementIELTS 6.0 (CEFR B2+), TOEFL iBT 79, PTE 51.6, Duolingo 105 or Cambridge 170; free online English test available

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Fees and costs

Tuition for international students is €7,200 a year, about ₹7.6 lakh. Over 3 years that is roughly €21,600 (≈ ₹22.9 lakh) before any yearly increase.

Non-EU fee for intakes from February 2025, as shown on the course page; 2026/27 and 2027/28 fees are not yet published there, so confirm with admissions

Living costs for Ireland as a whole: €12,000–18,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.

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Eligibility

General entry requirements at independent-college-dublin for bachelor's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.

  • The BA programmes list Irish Leaving Certificate, A-Level, BTEC and QQI routes; overseas qualifications such as Class 12 are compared using the NARIC database on qqi.ie.
  • Mature applicants can discuss entry based on work experience.
  • International applicants send transcripts, a copy of their passport and an English certificate (IELTS 6.0 or equivalent).
  • The one-year BA International Business top-up is for learners with a relevant Level 7 qualification.

English requirements

For this course: IELTS 6.0 (CEFR B2+), TOEFL iBT 79, PTE 51.6, Duolingo 105 or Cambridge 170; free online English test available.

English tests accepted
TestWhat the university asks for
IELTS6.0 for Level 8 bachelor's; 6.5 for Level 9 master's
PTE Academic51.6 (bachelor's) or 58.5 (MA)
TOEFL iBT79 (bachelor's) or 87 (MA)
Duolingo105 (bachelor's) or 120 (MA)
College testA free online English test is available during admissions

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Intakes

This course starts in: September; February.

Upcoming intakes and deadlines in Ireland

How to apply

  1. Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
  2. Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
  3. Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
  4. Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
  5. Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
  6. Apply for your student visa for Ireland, then arrange accommodation.

Documents you'll need

  • Certified copy of passport or birth certificate
  • School-leaving certificate (Class 12) and transcripts
  • Degree certificate and transcripts (postgraduate)
  • Certified English translations of any documents not in English
  • English test result (IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Duolingo or Cambridge)
  • Completed Independent College application form

About independent-college-dublin

Independent College Dublin is a private college in Dublin city centre, at The Steelworks on Foley Street, Dublin 1. Its degrees are validated by QQI, Ireland's state qualifications body, and sit at Level 8 (honours bachelor's) and Level 9 (master's) on the Irish National Framework of Qualifications.

The college teaches business and law. Its main degrees are a BA (Hons) in Business Studies with specialisms in accounting and finance, marketing, management or IT, BA (Hons) degrees in Accounting and Finance and in Marketing, a one-year Level 8 International Business top-up, and an MA in Dispute Resolution. It also runs professional law courses such as FE1 exam preparation.

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FAQs

What is the fee for BA (Hons) in Business Studies at independent-college-dublin?

The tuition for international students is €7,200 a year (about ₹7.6 lakh). Non-EU fee for intakes from February 2025, as shown on the course page; 2026/27 and 2027/28 fees are not yet published there, so confirm with admissions. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.

How long is BA (Hons) in Business Studies?

The course takes 3 years full-time (QQI Level 8).

What English score do I need?

IELTS 6.0 (CEFR B2+), TOEFL iBT 79, PTE 51.6, Duolingo 105 or Cambridge 170; free online English test available. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.

When can I start?

Intakes: September; February. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.

Can Admission Mantra help me apply?

Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.

We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.

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