Course Summary
Grad Dip Information Systems brings together aspects of information technology, data analytics, information & communication studies with a firm grounding in social science.
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Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
Entry Requirements
This programme is intended for applicants with a degree in any discipline. An upper second class honours or international equivalent is required.
Applicants whose first language is not English must also demonstrate English language proficiency of IELTS 6.5 (no band less than 6.0 in each element), or equivalent.
You may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), as UCD recognises formal, informal, and/or experiential learning. RPL may be awarded to gain Admission and/or credit exemptions on a programme. Please visit the UCD Registry RPL web page for further information. Any exceptions are also listed on this webpage. https://tinyurl.com/2ae2ffax
Application Details
The following entry routes are available:
Grad Dip Information Systems FT (W329)
Deadline: Rolling*
Grad Dip Information Systems PT (W330)
Deadline: Rolling*
* Courses will remain open until such time as all places have been filled, therefore early application is advised.
Next Intake: September 2025
Fees
GradDip Information Systems (W329) Full Time
EU fee per year - 7280
nonEU fee per year - 15070
GradDip Information Systems (W330) Part Time
EU fee per year - 4770
nonEU fee per year - 7540
***Fees are subject to change
Tuition fee information is available on the UCD Fees website. Please note that UCD offers a number of graduate scholarships for full-time, self-funding international students, holding an offer of a place on a UCD graduate degree programme. For further information please see International Scholarships.
The Student
Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Investigative
The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.
Career Progression
Graduates will be qualified to work in industry, government, universities and NGOs in roles such as:
Web content manager
Social media manager
Webmaster
Knowledge management analyst
Digital publisher
Information architect