Dublin City University - DCU vs University of Limerick - UL vs University of Galway vs EM Normandie - EM Normandie vs Cork University Business School - CUBS

Side-by-side comparison from 207 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Dublin City University - DCU (4.50)
Dublin City University - DCU: wins 3/7 categories
University of Limerick - UL: wins 2/7 categories
University of Galway: wins 2/7 categories
EM Normandie - EM Normandie: wins 0/7 categories
Cork University Business School - CUBS: wins 0/7 categories
Royal College of Physicians of Ireland: wins 0/7 categories
Independent College: wins 0/7 categories
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Best programme: Accounting and Finance
Best programme: Accounting
Galway, Ireland
4.10
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Best programme: Digital Marketing
Best programme: MSc International Logistics and Port Management
Dublin, Ireland
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Category ratings
Facilities
4.27
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4.20
4.10
4.00
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Location
3.75
4.01
4.17
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3.57
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Professors
4.35
4.30
4.38
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4.00
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Internationality
4.18
4.21
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4.12
4.14
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Student life
4.24
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4.23
3.97
3.71
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Value
4.30
4.34
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4.17
4.00
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Accommodation
4.07
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3.95
3.63
3.50
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Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Dedicated and supportive lecturers
  • +Welcoming and friendly student community
  • +Positive and smooth overall university experience
  • +Emphasis on practical, real-world skills and career preparation.
  • +Welcoming atmosphere and strong sense of community for all students.
  • +Excellent lecturers and dedicated academic support.
  • +Engaging and supportive faculty
  • +Vibrant campus life and ample opportunities
  • +Modern facilities and strong academic programs
  • +Connecting theory to practice through real-world cases.
  • +Diverse international environment and global opportunities.
  • +Relevant industry-focused courses and knowledgeable faculty.

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Cons
  • -Administrative and management issues cause constant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and a lack of necessary resources are major drawbacks.
  • -Ineffective teaching methods and insufficient support hinder learning.
  • -Poor faculty engagement and guidance on career prospects and research.
  • -Lack of quality and value despite seemingly lower fees.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause frustration.
  • -Facilities are often outdated and poorly maintained.
  • -Lack of effective communication and support from staff is a problem.
  • -Perceived as a money-making scheme with mediocre teaching.

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Rating summary
What students say

This university garners favorable ratings across most aspects, with **Professors** and **Value** standing out as the strongest areas, both scoring above 4.3. **Facilities** and **Student Life** also receive high marks, exceeding 4.2. **Accomodation** and **Internationality** are well-regarded, with scores around 4.0 and 4.1 respectively. The **Location** is the weakest performing category, though still respectable at 3.75.

Considerable strengths emerge in teaching quality and student experience, with Professors receiving a high rating of 4.3 and Student Life at 4.23. The university also scores well in Facilities (4.2) and Internationality (4.21). Location is positively regarded at 4.01. The weakest area identified is Accomodation, scoring 3.95, while Value is also a strong point at 4.34.

This institution performs exceptionally well in several key areas. Its professors are highly rated, reflecting a strong academic foundation. Location and value also receive favorable scores. While generally positive, student life and accommodation are the relatively weaker aspects compared to other surveyed categories.

This institution performs well across most aspects, with **Internationality** standing out as its strongest area. Facilities, Professors, and Value also receive high marks. Areas for potential improvement include **Location**, which scored the lowest, and Accomodation. Student life and the overall value proposition are rated solidly in the mid-to-high range.

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Reviews summary
Highlights

With a 4.49 average rating from 61 reviews, ~100% of feedback is positive. Students highlight excellent lecturers, a welcoming community, and a positive academic experience.

With ~99% of 80 reviews being positive, students highlight a lively community, excellent facilities, and practical learning. A single negative review criticized career prospects and faculty awareness.

With a 4.1/5 average rating from 59 reviews, nearly all feedback highlights a supportive atmosphere, engaging teachers, and excellent facilities. Vibrant campus life and academic rigor are also frequently mentioned. No negative reviews were recorded.

Most reviews (approximately 71%) highlight a positive learning atmosphere, inspiring professors, and valuable international experiences. A small amount of feedback (around 14%) suggests mediocrity and a focus on profit. The average rating is 3.86/5.

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Rating distribution
5★
51%
29%
19%
43%
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4★
48%
70%
73%
29%
0%
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3★
2%
0%
8%
14%
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0%
2★
0%
0%
0%
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1★
0%
1%
0%
14%
0%
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University Life in Limerick

I am currently studying a Masters in International Entrepreneurship Management this programme develops entrepreneurial creativity, awareness and specialist knowledge to help establish, manage and grow innovative new ventures across a variety of industry settings, incorporating a range of in-company projects to give ‘real world’ experience. Participants explore their own entrepreneurial potential and prepare an investor-ready business plan. I have always wanted to start my own business and this programme equipped me with the tools and skills to do this. Throughout the programme, we were able to work with real-life businesses and consult for them on a regular basis. For example in a module called international business consulting we worked for one of the biggest PPE distributors in the EU. We developed a market entry strategy for the company Irema and outlined how they could advance into the US market. Furthermore, for the final year project, we had to work with a small enterprise and establish a two-year commercialisation plan for them. This was really great fun and gave a practical experience that you wouldn’t be able to get in any other programme.

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