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Business/Commerce

University College Dublin · 4-year course
€30,000 Starting salary
1025.0% 5-year ROI
0.5y Payback period

Based on a total estimated cost of €12,000 over 4 years, Business/Commerce at University College Dublin has a 5-year ROI of 1025.0%, with graduates earning around €42,000 after 5 years in the workforce.

The most recent CAO points requirement for this course (DN650) was 555 (2025).

Business/Commerce graduates from University College Dublin report a graduate employment rate of around 88%, good career progression, moderate demand for these skills in Ireland.

Typical roles after graduating

Common employers for Business/Commerce graduates include Deloitte, PwC, EY, KPMG, Bank of Ireland.

One of the best investments in Irish education. Fast payback and excellent returns.

By comparison, the median annual wage across all Irish employees is €38,000, and the average (mean) wage is €52,600. Business/Commerce graduates from University College Dublin start below the national median, and after 5 years earn roughly 20% less than the national average.

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