Welcome to Trinity Ireland’s oldest, highest ranked and most prestigious university

• Nilanjana Shihn Country Advisor

Mayo College, 3rd September 2016

www.tcd.ie/study/india

Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin

Founded in 1592 • Five centuries of academic excellence

Ranked 78th in the World, 28th in Europe, 1st in Ireland (QS World Rankings 2016)

Ranked 1st in Ireland and 40th in the World for International Outlook (Times Higher 2015)

One of the most beautiful campuses in the World, at the heart of a thriving European capital city

Ranked 1st in Europe for Entrepreneurship and Innovation (Universities Report 2015)

One of the greatest Libraries of the World, with over 6 million volumes and unique ancient collections

Jonathan Swift 1682

Bram Stoker 1864

Oscar Wilde 1871

Ernest Walton 1922

Samuel Beckett 1926

Mary Robinson, 1963 President of Ireland 1990-1997

Mary McAleese, 1973 President of Ireland 1997-2011

Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin

Hundreds of undergraduate programmes

• Internationally highly ranked, across all Disciplines

4 year Bachelor’s programmes Business Drama Economics English Literature Film History Political Science Law Music Philosophy Psychology Sociology

Biotechnology Chemistry Computer Science Earth Science Engineering Environmental Science Genetics Mathematics Nanoscience Neuroscience Physics

5 year Professional programmes Computer Science Engineering Dental Science Medicine Pharmacy

Combination programmes Business and Law

History and Political Science

… many more

Trinity specialises in Research-led Teaching

• All teaching is delivered by Research Active academics

• Cutting-edge curricula • All students undertake research,

including a major final year Project • Trinity bachelor graduates may go

directly into PhD research

Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin

Life and Soul • A tradition of unparalleled Student Experience and Support

Extracurricular life Trinity has over 200 independent student bodies, including the oldest student societies, sports clubs and publications in the World. These are a key part of Student Life. Trinity Ball, taking place at the end of term, is the largest private party in Europe

One-to-one support Trinity has multiple support structures in place, including the Global Room specifically for international students The Tutorial Service is a one-to-one mentor system, giving every student an academic advisor who provides pastoral care for their whole degree.

Scholarships Trinity offers a range of scholarships, the most important of which is the Foundation Scholarship. Awarded in 2nd year for academic excellence, it provides a 75% fee reduction, free accommodation and a daily meal for 5 years, including up to 3 years postgraduate!

Careers Trinity has the 2nd highest rated Careers Advisory Service in Europe, with specific expertise for international students. Of our graduates, over 95% find jobs within 6 months, in top-tier positions.