The University is a wonderful place to learn. The teaching is excellent, delivered by leading international researchers who are committed and connected to their students. We have a strong campus community with a student-centred and collegial ethos. These characteristics together create a student experience that is uniquely Maynooth.
- #401 Ranking
- 47 Bachelors
- Public Institution Type
Top reasons to study here
- Maynooth University is an internationally recognised institution located 25 kilometres outside of Dublin, Ireland.
- Maynooth University is recognised among the top 400 universities in the world
- Maynooth University continues to be a national leader in the commercialisation of research.
Bachelor's programmes
Business & Management (13)
- BBS Entrepreneurship
- B.A. Finance
- BCL Law and Business
- BBS Marketing
- B.Sc. Quantitative Finance
- Bachelor Social Science
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (11)
- B.Sc. Biotechnology
- B.Sc. Computational Thinking
- B.Sc. Quantitative Finance
- B.Sc. Science and Education
Social Sciences (10)
- B.A. Arts
- B.A. Community Studies
- BSocSc Community and Youth Work
- B.Sc. Psychology
- B.A. Psychology
- Bachelor Social Science
Computer Science & IT (9)
- B.Sc. Computational Thinking
- B.Sc. Data Science
Education & Training (8)
Law (6)
- BCL Law and Business
- L.L.B. Laws
- B.Sc. Legal Studies
Applied Sciences & Professions (5)
- B.A. Community Studies
- BSocSc Community and Youth Work
- B.A. Local Studies
- Bachelor Social Science
Arts, Design & Architecture (5)
- B.A. Arts
- B.A. Media Studies
- BMus Music
Engineering & Technology (4)
Medicine & Health (2)
Journalism & Media (1)
- B.A. Media Studies
About
History
Its distinctive features and character owe much to its unique history and heritage. Maynooth University was formally established as an autonomous university as recently as 1997, yet traces its origins to the foundation of the Royal College of St. Patrick in 1795, making it, simultaneously, Ireland’s youngest university and one of its oldest educational institutions.
Education
We can achieve this transformative change in undergraduate education only because its guiding principles are so embedded in our ethos and practice as an institution, and only because of the strength of our existing curriculum, our forefront research and subject expertise, and the quality of our current student experience at Maynooth. While strengthening our curriculum to reflect contemporary needs, the reimagined Maynooth curriculum allows our students to do more of what Maynooth does best: complement deep knowledge of their subjects with a broad perspective, and learn how to think and work in a way that makes a real difference to the world around them.
Research
Maynooth University is a research-intensive university and, as such, research and scholarship are fundamental to our mission: research contributes to the advancement of human knowledge and understanding, addresses major societal challenges, infuses our teaching and enthuses our students.
Career
At Maynooth University, the Career Development Centre provides a service that is student-focussed, professional and informative. We are happy to assist you and work with you as you progress through the steps in discovering your career.
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2019
GSSA 2019
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2019. By rating institutions on a scale from 1 to 5, on multiple studies-related questions, we found the top educators in the world.
Learn more about the Global Student Satisfaction AwardsUniversity Ranking
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2021
401 -100
2020
301 50
2019
351
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2021
701
2020
701
2019
701
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2021
941 -124
2020
817 -137
2019
680
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Services
Housing services
Accommodation close to the conference site in Maynooth is available at special delegate rates (a lot of rooms have been held but this is not unlimited so we advise you to book early especially if you wish to avail of the mid-priced options).
A number of self-catering rooms and some mid priced rooms can be booked on campus and in nearby hotels.
A wide range of other accommodation options are available in Dublin city.
Library services
In the library, we are dedicated to helping you with your research and studies during your time in University. Our services reflect this dedication as we aim to provide you with an appropriate and comfortable environment which combines study and social spaces for both individual and group study.
Medical services
Maynooth University supports the aims and provisions of the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 and other relevant legislation.
The University is committed to complying with all relevant legislation. It recognises that it has a responsibility and duty to provide, as far as is reasonably practicable, to its staff and students a safe and healthy work environment.
Student Life
Campus life
Your time at university is not only for academic achievement. It is also a time for personal development, for fun and for friendship.
Maynooth University has a reputation for being a particularly friendly University. The community atmosphere around the town and campus is what our students love about the University.
Your years at college mark a crucial time in your personal as well as your academic development. We have established a number of support mechanisms to promote the welfare of all our students during their time at Maynooth. Experienced staff are available, across a range of services, to provide advice, support and guidance, if and when you need it.
Sports facilities
Our Student Centre and Sports Centre provide a base for over 100 clubs and societies, overseen by our highly active Students’ Union. So whether you’re seeking adventure, fitness, relaxation or fun, make sure to get involved in the many areas of student life open to you.
Student clubs
Clubs and Societies are the lifeblood of student activity on campus. Clubs (Sporting) and Societies (Non-Sporting) are groups run by students for the benefit of their fellow students. The University Capitation Committee, which has staff and students members, oversees the administration and funding of all officially recognised clubs and societies on campus.
Accreditation
- Certificate of Participation issued by the Education Centre, with a listing of the CPD workshops attended over the two years. All the CPD workshops are listed on the certificate, including a record of those attended.
- University accreditation option, leading to M.Ed. in Innovative Learning. In this case the full process takes 3 years
Student Reviews
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Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
Overall a good university, the experience was well. Found it easy to meet with new people based on events organised by the university or if needed help with classes or assignment teachers would be very useful on helping you tackle problems
Maynooth Uni
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
A great campus with a friendly atmosphere. Lecturers are approachable and are willing to help when you ask for it. Shops are within a walking distance and Dublin city accessible by train and bus.
Diversity in a community
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
Its been an interesting journey which to me will be a great achievement. The diversity on campus made me to understand how different interpretations of meaning and perception about the simplest things in life can influence people's behavior.
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