Based on a total estimated cost of €82,000 over 4 years, European Studies at Trinity College Dublin has a 5-year ROI of 53.2%, with graduates earning around €39,000 after 5 years in the workforce.
The most recent CAO points requirement for this course (TR024) was 564 (2025).
European Studies graduates from Trinity College Dublin report a graduate employment rate of around 78%, good career progression.
Typical roles after graduating
- Translator
- Localisation Specialist
Common employers for European Studies graduates include Multinationals, EU institutions.
By comparison, the median annual wage across all Irish employees is €38,000, and the average (mean) wage is €52,600. European Studies graduates from Trinity College Dublin start below the national median, and after 5 years earn roughly 26% less than the national average.
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