Maynooth University

Maynooth University continues to develop as a modern institution, ensuring that there is continued investment in the facilities and that the faculty continue to innovate through projects and the ways of teaching.

The university opened a new Technology, Society and Innovation building in September 2022, the latest new facility for the university, housing living labs and break-out research rooms, along with theatre and research spaces for the use of students, staff and industry partners. The high-tech building cost EUR 48m and is a continued sign of the determination Maynooth University has to provide the very best for all who study there.

All of the faculties and departments at Maynooth University are highly regarded, which often sees outside recognition for specific teams. As just one example, in November 2022 the Maynooth University School of Law and Criminology was awarded the Law School of the Year at the Irish Law Awards.

Maynooth University is known as one of the top new global universities, it was ranked 106th in the Times Higher Education Young Universities Rankings 2022 and 401st-500thin the Times Higher Education Rankings 2023, recognised as one of the world's top 500 universities.

It is also ranked in the top 150 universities in psychology, top 250 universities in education and the social sciences, top 300 universities in the physical sciences and top 400 universities in arts & humanities (Times Higher Education Rankings 2023).

Teaching at Maynooth is centred around helping students become special graduates who are highly employable and educated to question, analyse, reflect, think critically, act creatively and contribute positively to society. Students receive a thorough education in their chosen subjects that is informed by leading global researchers.

Programmes are enhanced by curricular and co-curricular activities that help them develop working skills so they can make a positive difference in the professional workforce. The approach taken by Maynooth is student-centred and innovative meaning students gain maximum benefit from their education.

Maynooth University has three main faculties with 34 academic departments.

• Faculty of Arts, Celtic Studies and Philosophy – teaches areas including English, history, media studies and philosophy. The faculty also home to the School of Celtic Studies and the School of Modern Languages, Literatures and Cultures.
• Faculty of Social Sciences – teaches areas such as education, economics, geography, law, business and sociology.
• Faculty of Science and Engineering – teaching in areas including chemistry, computer science, experimental physics, psychology and electronic engineering.

The university also consists of research institutes and centres, such as the EDEN Centre for Entrepreneurship, Design and Innovation and the ICARUS Climate Research Centre. There is also the Centre for Teaching and Learning, which helps all academic staff to further their own teaching skills for the benefit of all students.

The entry requirements for study at Maynooth University will vary depending on students' chosen course and their home country. Full details can be view on the university's website, including specific information by country of the academic requirements expected.

English language criteria

Undergraduate full-degree students will generally need:

• Overall IELTS score of 6.0 for STEM degree programmes

• Overall IELTS score of 6.5 for all other degree programmes

• Or an accepted equivalent

Postgraduate taught full-degree students will generally need:

• Overall IELTS score of 6.5

• Or an accepted equivalent

Duolingo: In programmes where there is currently an IELTS requirement of 6.0, the university requires a score of 100 on Duolingo. Where there is an IELTS requirement of 6.5, Maynooth requires a score of 110 on Duolingo. Where there is an IELTS requirement of 7.0, a score of 120 on Duolingo is required.

Applicants to business degrees will also need 6.0 in both the reading and writing components.

Those applying to the MSc in Immunology and Global Health will need an overall IELTS score of 7.0 with 7.0 in writing and 6.5 in other components.

Postgraduate research full-degree students will need to contact a potential academic supervisor before submitting a formal application.

The campus is spread over a large, spacious area with rural surroundings. It's home to grand, historical buildings as well as modern teaching and support facilities.

Library

The library is based within an eco-friendly building that's designed to have little impact on the environment. It consists of more than 850,000 eBooks, 460,000 print publications, 95,000 ejournals and 300 databases. There are computers, private study areas, group study spaces and AV facilities.

Sports

Facilities for sports includes a fitness center, sports halls, a fully equipped gym, natural turf playing fields, and more.

Student Residences

International students have a number of accommodation options. This includes on-campus residences which feature dining and lounge areas, laundry facilities, fully equipped kitchens and many with bedrooms designed with ensuite bathrooms.

Maynooth University offers a range of scholarships. This is to encourage and reward achievement for both current and incoming students. Students are encouraged to look at what is available as well as any deadlines and eligibility requirements.

Awards to postgraduates include:

• International taught postgraduate scholarships
• School of Business postgraduate scholarships
• MA in International Development and MSc Economics scholarships
• Postgraduate research scholarships

Opportunities available for postgraduate students, which can be found on the fees, funding and scholarships section of the university website and the International Office university webpages.

Awards to undergraduates include:

• International scholarships
• Sport scholarships
• Music scholarships

Students can also learn more about the fees to study at Maynooth University by visiting the website. Fees can vary depending on the chosen course.