Undergraduate

Create your own career path with inspiring educators and world-class facilities at RCSI.

At RCSI you can expect:

Internationally recognised degrees
School Leaver, Mature and Graduate Entry routes for all programmes
Free Fees Initiative for EU students

“My favourite thing about RCSI is that small class sizes allow for intimate teaching groups and a more personal approach to teaching.”

Robert Staunton , Undergraduate Pharmacy

“RCSI offers a lot of opportunities through research, competitions and societies to achieve your potential and prepare you for the long term.”

Saleh Al Jundi , Undergradute Medicine

"RCSI has been incredibly supportive throughout this challenging time, rapidly implementing a new method of teaching online and attending campus two days a week for face-to-face teaching."

Kate McNamara , Undergraduate Physiotherapy

"Small group teaching, coupled with the excellent professors, means that we learn in a supportive environment with regular feedback to prepare us to become excellent physicians."

Chris Woodard , Graduate Entry Medicine

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Why RCSI?

Founded in 1784, RCSI is one of the most innovative and student-focused health sciences universities in the world. RCSI Undergraduate and Graduate Entry Medicine, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy and Advanced Therapeutics students enjoy an immersive educational and social experience, and study in the very heart of Dublin city.

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Your University

As an RCSI student, you will join a health sciences university with a unique surgical heritage that is globally recognised for educational excellence and ground-breaking research.

Your Journey

Your learning journey at RCSI will be an innovative experience. Knowledge and skills acquisition, and your formation as a healthcare professional, will be central to your education.

Your Future

At RCSI, our priority is to graduate well-trained, highly-skilled healthcare professionals. We will work closely with you to help build an exciting career and realise your full potential.

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Courses

Whether you are a School Leaver, Mature or Graduate entrant, our internationally recognised, and National University of Ireland-accredited, degree programmes give you the best possible start to your professional life.

Medicine

Duration: 5/6 years

Qualification: MB, BCh, BAO (Hons)

EU CAO code: RC001

As one of the most international medical schools in the world, RCSI is a progressive and innovative environment. Learn on-campus in ultra-modern facilities and get extensive training in clinical settings.

Our modern curriculum has a strong focus on early patient contact and offers excellent opportunities in research and overseas electives. RCSI is also part of the Free Fees Initiative for eligible EU students.

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Graduate Entry Medicine

Duration: 4 years

Qualification: MB, BCh, BAO (Hons)

EU CAO code: RC101

As the first Irish medical school to introduce a graduate entry medicine programme, RCSI is an ideal place to continue your studies. Learn skills in state-of-the-art facilities and gain extensive training in clinical settings.

Our modern curriculum has a strong focus on early patient contact and offers excellent career opportunities in a range of fields post-graduation.

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Pharmacy

Duration: 5 years

Qualification: BSc Pharmacy (Hons), MPharm

EU CAO code: RC005

Combining on-campus teaching with clinical experience and dynamic research opportunities, the RCSI Pharmacy programme is your passport to a range of exciting and varied career pathways.

Avail of structured work placements from your very first year, and experience life abroad through exchanges with RCSI partner institutions. RCSI is also part of the Free Fees Initiative for eligible EU students.

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Physiotherapy

Duration: 3/4 years

Qualification: BSc Physiotherapy (Hons)

EU CAO code: RC004

Study physiotherapy in a multidisciplinary healthcare environment alongside an international student body. Over 30% of your course takes place in a clinical setting, giving you an early insight into the types of professional settings you will ultimately work in.

From lectures, seminars and tutorials to practical workshops, case presentations and discussions, expect a wide variety of teaching methods. RCSI is also part of the Free Fees Initiative for eligible EU students.

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Advanced Therapeutic Technologies

Duration: 4 years

Qualification: BSc Advanced Therapeutic Technologies (Hons) (NUI & RCSI)

EU CAO Code: RC006

Study Advanced Therapeutic Technologies which offers a unique opportunity to develop knowledge and technical competency in disciplines that will lead the healthcare innovations of the future.

Demonstrate and apply your technical knowledge and transversal skills and competencies you have gained in a workplace setting with an eight-month work placement in year 3.

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Student life

There is much more to life at RCSI than just lectures, tutorials and placements. Our students have the opportunity to get involved in a wide range of events, clubs and societies, and to make friends from almost every corner of the world.

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Events and webinars

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Application information

From admissions policies to scholarships and student finance, take a look at this essential information before you apply.

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Student engagement

RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences was recently recognised by the ASPIRE programme for our excellence in Student Engagement. This acknowledges our efforts to prioritise the student voice and put it at the centre of all our decisions.

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