Based on a total estimated cost of €12,000 over 4 years, Cybersecurity at University College Dublin has a 5-year ROI of 1446.9%, with graduates earning around €60,000 after 5 years in the workforce.
The most recent CAO points requirement for this course (DN201) was 542 (2025).
Cybersecurity graduates from University College Dublin report a graduate employment rate of around 97%, excellent career progression, very high demand for these skills in Ireland.
Typical roles after graduating
- Security Analyst
- Penetration Tester
- Security Engineer
- SOC Analyst
Common employers for Cybersecurity graduates include Microsoft, IBM, Accenture, PwC, Deloitte.
By comparison, the median annual wage across all Irish employees is €38,000, and the average (mean) wage is €52,600. Cybersecurity graduates from University College Dublin start above the national median, and after 5 years earn roughly 14% more than the national average.
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