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BA Product Design

national-college-of-art-and-design · Dublin, Ireland · Bachelor's (undergraduate)

Researched 28 Oct 2026

Level

Bachelor's

Duration

See prospectus

Tuition / year

€16,500 (≈ ₹17.5 lakh)

Intakes

September

Course overview

BA Product Design is a undergraduate (bachelor's) course in arts, design & media at national-college-of-art-and-design in Dublin, Ireland. It takes See prospectus, with intakes in September.

national-college-of-art-and-design is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.

Key highlights

Key highlights
Universitynational-college-of-art-and-design (Public)
LocationDublin, Ireland
CourseBA Product Design
LevelBachelor's (undergraduate)
Subject areaArts, Design & Media
DurationSee prospectus
Tuition per year€16,500 (≈ ₹17.5 lakh)
IntakesSeptember
English requirementIELTS Academic 6.5 (6.0 in each band), TOEFL iBT 90, PTE 63 or Duolingo 120

Interested in BA Product Design?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.

Fees and costs

Tuition for international students is €16,500 a year, about ₹17.5 lakh.

NCAD non-EU fee for studio programmes in 2026/27; 2027/28 not yet published. Materials costs extra; portfolio optional

Living costs near the university

Living costs
CostIn EURApprox. in rupees
Application fee€55one-off≈ ₹5,830
Postgraduate acceptance deposit (international)Non-refundable; paid within 10 working days of the offer€500one-off≈ ₹53,000

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 national-college-of-art-and-design for bachelor's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.

  • Non-EU applicants apply directly on the NCAD website and pay a €55 application fee; you need a school qualification equivalent to the Irish Leaving Certificate.
  • Studio programmes need a portfolio; for 2027 entry the portfolio deadline is 12 February 2027 (5pm Irish time). Product Design, Interaction Design and Visual Culture take late applications until 1 May 2027.
  • Applications for 2027 entry open in November 2026. Advanced entry to years 2–4 closes on 31 March 2027 and places are very limited.

English requirements

For this course: IELTS Academic 6.5 (6.0 in each band), TOEFL iBT 90, PTE 63 or Duolingo 120.

English tests accepted
TestWhat the university asks for
IELTS Academic6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each band; one-skill retakes not accepted
TOEFL iBT90 overall (writing 21, other sections 19)
PTE Academic63 overall with at least 59 in each communicative skill
Duolingo120 overall with at least 110 in each subscore
Other evidenceA degree taught in English in an English-speaking country may be considered for postgraduate entry; results must be under two years old

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Intakes

This course starts in: September.

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 transcripts in the original language plus certified English translations
  • Proof of English
  • Portfolio (studio programmes)
  • Statement of interest or research proposal where required
  • Two letters of recommendation for advanced entry

Scholarships

  • Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship (GOI-IES)

    Master's

    Value: Full fee waiver (tuition and registration) for one year; materials not covered

    Full-time MA Art in the Contemporary World, MA Art and Social Action or MA Art and Health, with a full or conditional offer; NCAD can host two scholars. 2027 dates not yet published.

    Official page
  • ICOS Ireland Fellows Programme

    Master's

    Value: Not stated by NCAD

    Students from eligible developing countries on the full-time MA in Interaction Design or MSc in Medical Device Design; check irishaidfellowships.ie for country eligibility.

    Official page
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About national-college-of-art-and-design

The National College of Art and Design (NCAD) is a public college specialising in art, design and art education. Its roots go back to 1746, when the Dublin Society took over a private drawing school, and the present college was established by an Act of the Oireachtas in 1971. It is a recognised college of University College Dublin (UCD).

NCAD teaches fine art, applied art, design (graphic, interaction, product, fashion, illustration, jewellery and textiles), visual culture and art education. At master's level it is known for graphic design, interaction design, service design and the MSc in Medical Device Design.

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FAQs

What is the fee for BA Product Design at national-college-of-art-and-design?

The tuition for international students is €16,500 a year (about ₹17.5 lakh). NCAD non-EU fee for studio programmes in 2026/27; 2027/28 not yet published. Materials costs extra; portfolio optional. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.

How long is BA Product Design?

The course takes See prospectus.

What English score do I need?

IELTS Academic 6.5 (6.0 in each band), TOEFL iBT 90, PTE 63 or Duolingo 120. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.

When can I start?

Intakes: September. 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.

  1. national-college-of-art-and-design: BA Product Design (opens in a new tab)
  2. NCAD: postgraduate fee schedule 2026/27 (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
  3. NCAD: undergraduate fee schedule 2026/27 (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
  4. NCAD: fees (opens in a new tab)
  5. NCAD: master's programmes (opens in a new tab)

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