€28,000 Starting salary

915.6% 5-year ROI

0.6y Payback period

Based on a total estimated cost of €12,000 over 4 years, Communications at Dublin City University has a 5-year ROI of 915.6%, with graduates earning around €37,000 after 5 years in the workforce.

The most recent CAO points requirement for this course (DC131) was 360 (2025).

Communications graduates from Dublin City University report a graduate employment rate of around 80%, fair career progression, medium demand for these skills in Ireland.

Typical roles after graduating

Communications Officer
PR Executive
Content Creator
Social Media Manager

Common employers for Communications graduates include RTÉ, Virgin Media, PR Agencies, Marketing Firms, Digital Media.

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. Communications graduates from Dublin City University start below the national median, and after 5 years earn roughly 30% less than the national average.

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