Based on a total estimated cost of €82,000 over 4 years, Education at Dublin City University has a 5-year ROI of 129.7%, with graduates earning around €56,000 after 5 years in the workforce.
The most recent CAO points requirement for this course (DC001) was 420 (2025).
Education graduates from Dublin City University report a graduate employment rate of around 91%, good career progression, high demand for these skills in Ireland.
Typical roles after graduating
- Primary Teacher
- Post-Primary Teacher
- Special Education Teacher
- Resource Teacher
Common employers for Education graduates include Primary Schools, Secondary Schools, Educate Together, Community Schools.
By comparison, the median annual wage across all Irish employees is €38,000, and the average (mean) wage is €52,600. Education graduates from Dublin City University start above the national median, and after 5 years earn roughly 6% more than the national average.
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