Based on a total estimated cost of €82,000 over 4 years, Accounting & Finance at Dublin City University has a 5-year ROI of 80.6%, with graduates earning around €48,000 after 5 years in the workforce.
The most recent CAO points requirement for this course (DC115) was 532 (2025).
Accounting & Finance graduates from Dublin City University report a graduate employment rate of around 82%, excellent career progression, high demand for these skills in Ireland.
Typical roles after graduating
- Trainee Accountant
- Audit Associate
- Tax Associate
- Financial Analyst
Common employers for Accounting & Finance graduates include PwC, Deloitte, EY, KPMG, State Street.
By comparison, the median annual wage across all Irish employees is €38,000, and the average (mean) wage is €52,600. Accounting & Finance graduates from Dublin City University start below the national median, and after 5 years earn roughly 9% less than the national average.
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