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Masters in Computer Science in Ireland

Computer science in Ireland is popular with international students because of Ireland's global technology companies and English-taught postgraduate options.

Reviewed 19 October 2026 by the iAdmission counselling team

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In short

iAdmission lists 57 Masters in Computer Science programs at 15 universities in Ireland, with listed tuition from €14,000 to €30,560 a year. Computer science in Ireland is popular with international students because of Ireland's global technology companies and English-taught postgraduate options.

Masters in Computer Science in Ireland: every listed program, cheapest first

UniversityProgramDurationListed tuition (fee basis not provided)
Atlantic Technological UniversityLetterkenny and SligoMSc in Computing1 year€14,000
Atlantic Technological UniversityLetterkenny and SligoMSc in Computing in Cloud Technologies1 year€14,000
Atlantic Technological UniversityLetterkenny and SligoMSc in Computing in Cybersecurity1 year€14,000
Atlantic Technological UniversityLetterkenny and SligoMSc in Supply Chain Analytics (Jan. Intake)1 year€14,000
Atlantic Technological UniversityLetterkenny and SligoMSc in Blockchain Technologies and Applications1 year€14,000
Technological University DublinDublinMEng Civil Engineering (Sustainable Infrastructure)1 year€14,500
Technological University DublinDublinMSc Applied Cyber Security1 year€14,500
Technological University DublinDublinMSc Geographic Information Science1 year€14,500
Dublin Business SchoolDublinMSc in Cybersecurity1 year€14,500
Munster Technological UniversityCork and KerryMSc in Cybersecurity1 year€15,000
Munster Technological UniversityCork and KerryMSc in Artificial Intelligence1 year€15,000
Munster Technological UniversityCork and KerryMSc in Data Science and Analytics1 year€15,000
South East Technological UniversityWaterford, Carlow CamusMSc in Innovative Technology Engineering1 year€15,000
South East Technological UniversityWaterford, Carlow CamusMSc in Sustainable Energy Engineering1 year€15,000
South East Technological UniversityWaterford, Carlow CamusMSc in Computing (Information Systems Processes)1 year€15,000
South East Technological UniversityWaterford, Carlow CamusMSc in Pharmaceutical Regulatory Affairs1 year€15,000
South East Technological UniversityWaterford, Carlow CamusMSc Industrial Networks and Cybersecurity1 year€15,000
Dublin Business SchoolDublinMSc in Artificial Intelligence1 year€15,575
Dublin Business SchoolDublinMSc in Financial Analytics1 year€15,575
Dublin Business SchoolDublinMSc Information Systems with Computing1 year€15,575
Dublin Business SchoolDublinMSc in Data Analytics1 year€15,575
Maynooth UniversityMaynoothMSc Data Science and Analytics1 year€17,000
National College of IrelandDublin Mayor Square and Spencer DockMSc in Artificial Intelligence1 year€17,000
National College of IrelandDublin Mayor Square and Spencer DockMSc in Cloud Computing1 year€17,000
National College of IrelandDublin Mayor Square and Spencer DockMSc in Cyber Security1 year€17,000
National College of IrelandDublin Mayor Square and Spencer DockMSc in Data Analytics1 year€17,000
Technological University of the ShannonLimerick and AthloneMaster of Science in Software Engineering1 year€17,500
Technological University of the ShannonLimerick and AthloneMaster of Science in Software Design with Digitalisation1 year€17,500
Technological University of the ShannonLimerick and AthloneMaster of Science in Software Design with Artificial Intelligence1 year€17,500
Maynooth UniversityMaynoothMSc IT-Enabled Innovation1 year€18,000
Maynooth UniversityMaynoothMSc Computer Science (applied)1 year€18,000
Maynooth UniversityMaynoothMSc Computer Science in Software Engineering1 year€18,000
Maynooth UniversityMaynoothMSc Robotics and Embedded AI1 year€18,000
Technological University of the ShannonLimerick and AthloneMaster of Science in Biopharmaceutical Technology1 year€18,500
Technological University of the ShannonLimerick and AthloneMaster of Science in Data Analytics1 year€18,500
University of LimerickCastletroyMSc Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning1 year€18,722
University of LimerickCastletroyMEng in Cyber Security1 year€19,700
University of LimerickCastletroyComputer Vision and Artificial Intelligence - Meng1 year€20,100
University of GalwayUniversity Road, GalwaySustainable Environments (MSc)1 year€20,500
University of GalwayUniversity Road, GalwayAgriFood Sustainability & Technology (MSc)1 year€21,000
University of LimerickCastletroySoftware Engineering MSc1 year€21,000
Technological University DublinDublinMSc in Data Analytics1 year€21,750
Dublin City UniversityDublinMEng in Electronic and Computer Engineering1 year€25,000
Dublin City UniversityDublinMSc in Electronic and Computer Technology1 year€25,000
Dublin City UniversityDublinMSc in Computing (with Major Options)1 year€25,000
RCSI University of Medicine and Health SciencesDublinMSc Technologies and Analytics in Precision Medicine1 year€25,000
University College CorkWestern Road, CorkMSc Computer Science1 year€26,000
University College CorkWestern Road, CorkMSc Data Science & Analytics1 year€26,000
Trinity College DublinDublinMSc Computer Science - Augmented and Virtual Reality1 year€26,989
Trinity College DublinDublinMSc Computer Science - Data Science1 year€26,989
Trinity College DublinDublinMSc Computer Science - Future Networked Systems1 year€26,989
Trinity College DublinDublinMSc Computer Science - Intelligent Systems1 year€26,989
University of GalwayUniversity Road, GalwayBiotechnology (MSc)1 year€28,000
University of GalwayUniversity Road, GalwayMSc (Computer Science—Artificial Intelligence)1 year€28,000
University College DublinUCD BelfieldMEngSc Electronic and Computer Engineering1 year€29,100
University College DublinUCD BelfieldMSc(Agr) Sustainable Agriculture & Rural Development1 year€29,100
University College DublinUCD BelfieldMSc Computer Science (Negotiated Learning)1 year€30,560

Listed tuition is indicative and set by each university; the offer letter is final.

Why choose this route

  • Access to a major European technology hub.
  • Programs can cover software engineering, AI, data, cybersecurity, and cloud computing.
  • Graduate work routes can support career planning after study.

Universities to start with

Fees and budget

  • Typical annual tuition ranges from EUR 13,000 to EUR 27,000.
  • Some universities offer merit-based scholarships.
  • Budget should also include living costs, insurance, visa, and travel.

Eligibility

  • Bachelor degree in computer science, IT, engineering, mathematics, or a related field.
  • Programming or quantitative background may be expected.
  • English proof such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Duolingo, or accepted equivalent.

Documents

  • Passport copy
  • Academic transcripts
  • Diploma or degree certificate
  • English language proof if required
  • CV or resume
  • Statement of purpose
  • Recommendation letters where required

Career routes

  • Software engineer
  • Cloud engineer
  • Data engineer
  • Cybersecurity analyst
  • AI engineer
  • Systems analyst

Questions students ask

Do I need a computer science background?

Many universities prefer a computing or quantitative background, but exact requirements vary by program.

What is the typical duration?

Many Masters in Computer Science programs in Ireland are one year full-time, but this varies by university.

Does iAdmission guarantee admission?

No. iAdmission provides guidance and application support; final decisions are made by universities.

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