Maynooth University

Maynooth, Co. Kildare, Ireland
1997

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Maynooth University – Fastest Growing University

Maynooth University is worldwide renowned for the high quality and worth of its research and scholarship, as well as its passion and commitment to teaching and students.

Maynooth University, which is part of the NUI and was formally founded as an autonomous university in 1997, dates its origins to the Royal College of St. Patrick in 1795, drawing inspiration from a tradition of almost 200 years of education and study. The university is full of vibrant contrasts. It is a contemporary institution that is vibrant, fast-growing, research-driven, and engaged while being based on past academic strengths and scholarly traditions.

The university's academic and intellectual foundation is made up of the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences, which are reinforced by excellent departments and programs in teacher preparation, computer science and electronic engineering, business, and law. Research in the humanities, social and geographical sciences, mathematics, communication, and computation, as well as human health, is well-known on a global scale.

The distinctive, collegial culture at Maynooth University encourages an interdisciplinary approach to research, which its top academics use to address some of the most important problems facing society today. The research centers and institutes of the university combine and deliver this influence as thriving communities of education, research, and creation. The university takes pleasure in giving its research and teaching missions equal weight, and research at Maynooth University is also a major component of its teaching.

The university is situated in the historic town of Maynooth, 25 kilometers from Dublin, and has more than 12,500 students and 900 staff members who hail from more than 20 different nations.

Maynooth University Campus

The MU campus is around 25 kilometers from the center of Dublin. The institution is divided into two connected campuses: an ancient southern campus with structures from the nineteenth century and a modern northern campus.

Maynooth University Student Life

The campus library houses a diverse collection of books, with over 450,000 volumes/eBooks and 42000+ electronic journals.

Students can find Archery, 100+ clubs and societies, fitness, theaters and labs, cafes, restaurants, and bookshops on campus, all supporting active student life.

Maynooth University: Courses and Fees

Courses	Duration	1st Year Tuition Fees
MS(14 courses)	12 months-2 years	Euro 15.4 K - 18.8 K
M.A.(42 courses)	1 year-2 years	Euro 15.4 K - 16.5 K
MIM(10 courses)	12 months-2 years	Euro 15.4 K - 16.5 K
BBA(9 courses)	3-4 years	Euro 14.9 K - 16.5 K
B.E. / B.Tech(9 courses)	3-4 years	Euro 16.5 K
Others PG(6 courses)	1 year-2 years	Euro 15.4 K
B.Sc.(9 courses)	3-5 years	Euro 16.5 K
B.A.(5 courses)	3-4 years	Euro 14.9 K
LL.M.(3 courses)	1 year	Euro 16.5 K
B.Ed(3 courses)	4-5 years	Euro 14.9 K - 16.5 K

Maynooth University: Courses Offered

Maynooth University offers more than 83 undergraduate programs and more than 70 full- and part-time master's programs. Below is a list of the most popular undergraduate and graduate fields of study:

Undergraduate Fields	Postgraduate Fields
Adult and Community Education	Adult and Community Education
Applied Social Studies	Ancient Classics
Arts	Anthropology
Biology	Applied Social Studies
Business	Biology
Chinese Studies	Business
Computer Science	Chinese Studies
Design Innovation	Computer Science
Electronic Engineering	Design Innovation
Economics	Economics
Education	Education
Experimental Physics	English
Froebel Education	French
Geography	Froebel Education
International Engineering College	Geography
Law	German
Mathematics and Statistics	History
Science	Immunology
-	International Development
-	Law
-	Mathematics and Statistics
-	Media Studies
-	Medieval Irish
-	Modern Languages
-	Music
-	Geocomputation
-	Nua-Ghaeilge
-	Philosophy
-	Psychology
-	Sociology
-	Spanish
-	Theoretical Physics

Maynooth University Admissions

International students from more than 100 countries are eligible for admission to Maynooth University's numerous undergraduate and graduate programs. With around 11,500 undergraduate and 2,465 graduate students, the university has a total enrolment of 15,180 students. The remaining 165 students are engaged in PhD programs, while approximately 1,100 are pursuing other academic interests. Twice a year, in the fall and spring, applications are invited for admission to Maynooth University. For postgraduate admissions at Maynooth University, there is an application cost of 50 EUR. While undergraduate admissions call for a non-refundable cost of 30 EUR.

Maynooth University Admission: Selection Criteria

Since admissions to Maynooth University are only moderately selective, the acceptance rate is 73%. This suggests that students with strong academic records are more likely to be accepted during the admissions process. However, those meeting the minimal eligibility requirements may get a conditional offer or be on a waiting list. In order to determine whether a student is a good fit for the course, the university may also ask them for an interview.

A rolling acceptance email will be delivered to your email id. Within four weeks of applying, candidates should hear about admission. The application processing will be delayed if the supporting documents are not submitted on time. For the program they have applied for, selected candidates will need to pay a security deposit of 200 EUR. The deposit is subtracted from your program's total cost. If the course criteria are not met, the deposit will be returned. Applications for admission to Maynooth University are carefully reviewed to ensure that only qualified applicants are accepted.

Maynooth University Program Specific Requirements

Programs	Degree Requirements	Documents Checklist	Additional Requirements
Master of Science [M.S] Economics	2.1 or at least 2.2 ug degree	2 academic LORs \| Personal Statement	Interview
Master of Science [M.S] Finance	2.1 degree	2 academic LORs \| Personal Statement	5 years of relevant work experience
Master of Science [M.S] Computer Science (Applied)	3 year bachelor's degree in computer science	2 academic LORs \| birth certificate copy \| passport	Not required
Master of Science [M.S] Psychology	2.1 degree	2 academic LORs \| birth certificate copy \| passport	Not required

Maynooth University Scholarships

Maynooth University offers a variety of scholarships to qualified international students.

Undergraduate students are eligible to apply for athletic and academic scholarships. Students' expenses for participating in sports are covered by sports scholarships. The purpose of these athletic scholarships is to lessen the amount of part-time labor that students must do to cover their fees.

These scholarships are open to undergraduate and graduate students who are capable of achieving peak performance at the national, international, intercounty, and interprovincial levels. Every year, by early April, students who want to be considered for these scholarships must submit their applications. Additionally, Maynooth University provides students with department-specific scholarships.

The university also offers undergraduate scholarships to students with disabilities and financial issues. This scholarship has a yearly maximum of EUR 2,000 and is only available to undergraduate students.

Maynooth University Faculty

Subject	Professor Name
Access	Simon Ahern
Access	Rose Ryan
Adult and Community Education	Bernie Grummel
	Derek Barter
	Michael Kenny
Anthropology	Jamie Saris
Anthropology	David Prendergast
Applied Social Studies	Maurice Devlin
	Hilary Tierney
	Johanna O' Shea
Biology	Martin Downes
Computer Science	Joseph Duffin
	Liadh Kelly
	Charles Markham
	John McDonald
	Aidan Mooney
	Barak Pearlmutter
	Joseph Timoney

Maynooth University Accommodations

Accommodations are available to all full-time registered students at Maynooth University. The Maynooth Campus offers four different types of housing. The following are the approximate costs of living on or off campus for students at Maynooth University:

Residence Type	Monthly Rent Range (EUR)
On Campus	652
Off Campus	500 to 700

FAQ

1. How can I submit an admissions application to Maynooth University?

International students can use the PAC application for postgraduate studies and the CAO application for undergraduate courses to apply for admission to Maynooth University. Undergraduate applicants must pay a non-refundable application cost of 30 EUR, while postgraduate applicants must pay a charge of 50 EUR.

2. What paperwork is needed to be admitted to the university?

The IELTS score, financial documentation, SOP, and LOR are some of the documents needed for university admission. One academic and one professional LOR are permitted for the LOR.

3. How many students are enrolled at Maynooth University?

There are approximately 14000 students enrolled in the university's various programs. As a result, the campus is rather crowded.

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