€30,000 Starting salary

1009.4% 5-year ROI

0.5y Payback period

Based on a total estimated cost of €12,000 over 4 years, Psychology at University College Dublin has a 5-year ROI of 1009.4%, with graduates earning around €41,000 after 5 years in the workforce.

The most recent CAO points requirement for this course (DN720) was 545 (2025).

Psychology graduates from University College Dublin report a graduate employment rate of around 75%, good career progression, moderate demand for these skills in Ireland.

Typical roles after graduating

Assistant Psychologist
Wellbeing Officer
Research Assistant
Support Worker

Common employers for Psychology graduates include HSE, Jigsaw, Pieta House, Private Practice, Universities.

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. Psychology graduates from University College Dublin start below the national median, and after 5 years earn roughly 22% less than the national average.

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