Maynooth University Ireland Maynooth University is an internationally recognised institution located 25 kilometres outside of Dublin, Ireland, and is the nation’s fastest growing university. One of four constituent universities of the National University of Ireland, Maynooth University in 2019 placed #50 in the global top 100 universities under 50 years old in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings. Today, Maynooth University is a place of lively contrasts, a modern institution, dynamic, rapidly- growing, research-led and engaged, yet grounded in historic academic strengths and scholarly traditions. With 13,000 students from more than 90 countries, Maynooth offers a range of programmes at undergraduate, Master’s and PhD level in the humanities, science and engineering, and social sciences, including business, law, and education. The University also offers a range of international programmes and partnerships. University Key Facts Multiple campuses Maynooth, Ireland. There is a South Campus and a North Campus, which are across the road from each other. Levels offered Undergraduate and postgraduate Main language of institution English Information for Exchange Applicants ACU Semester 1 dates Spring Semester: February to June ACU Semester 2 dates Fall Semester: September to December ACU students can take subjects There are many subjects to choose from: from the following subject areas • Humanities: Ancient Classics, Chinese Studies, Early Irish, English, French, German, History, Irish Cultural Heritage, Music, Media, Philosophy • Social Sciences: Anthropology, Business, Design Innovation, Economics Finance & Accounting, Education, Geography, International Development, Law, Peace & Conflict, Sociology Information correct as of April 2021 Maynooth University Ireland • Science & Engineering: Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, Experimental Physics, Maths, Psychology, Theoretical Physics Full-time student load 30 ECTS is the full-time study load (equivalent to ACU 40 credit points) How many classes is this? Most classes are between 5-7.5 ECTS each. Generally, students will complete 4-6 classes a semester. Useful Information University Webpage https://www.maynoothuniversity.ie/ Exchange Student Page https://www.maynoothuniversity.ie/international/study- abroad-programme Course Catalogue/Unit Listing Visiting-student classes On-campus housing On-campus accommodation is reserved for all study abroad students. Student will reside in a single en-suite room in an apartment-style setting. There are also single shared bathroom or twin en-suite bedrooms available. Each apartment has a well-equipped kitchen. There are laundry facilities conveniently located to the apartment blocks. • Single room with en-suite: €2935/semester • Single room (shared bathrooms): €2200/semester Cost of Living Approximate monthly expenses: • Rent: €440-€633 • Utilities €42-€60 • Food €220 • Travel €50 • Books, Materials & Printing €60 • Clothes & Medical: €75 • Mobile phone: €30 • Social life/misc: €128 Total: €1063-€1238/month Entry requirements Students needs to have GPA of 5.25 out of 7. Students with a 4.8 GPA or above may be considered on a case-by-case basis. All students will need private medical insurance and financial statement for immigration purposes. Visa Information Useful Links: • Visas for Australians travelling overseas • Ireland – DFAT • Foreign embassies and consulates in Australia • Smart Traveller Information correct as of April 2021 .