Dublin Business School for Kenyan Students
Entry Requirements by Level
Academic Requirements
Direct entry available. Ireland's largest private business college. Foundation pathway available. Central Dublin location.
English Language
IELTS: 6.5+ overall, 6+ per component. TOEFL iBT and PTE Academic also accepted — contact admissions for equivalencies.
Fees & Deadline
Annual tuition: €10,000–€14,000. Application deadline: Rolling — multiple intakes available.
Academic Requirements
Minimum GPA: 2.5/4 (2:2 UK equivalent). Bachelor's degree in a relevant field required.
English Language
IELTS: 6.5+ overall, 6+ per component. TOEFL iBT and PTE Academic also accepted — contact admissions for equivalencies.
Fees & Deadline
Annual tuition: €11,000–€16,000. Application deadline: Rolling. Decision time: 1–3 weeks.
Documents Required
Available Scholarships
DBS Academic Scholarship
by Dublin Business School · Undergraduate, Masters
Learn more →Frequently Asked Questions
Does Dublin Business School accept KCSE?
Yes, DBS accepts KCSE as a secondary school qualification and is one of the most flexible Irish colleges for Kenyan applicants. A Foundation pathway is available for students who need to strengthen their profile before starting a full degree, and multiple intakes are offered throughout the year.
What GPA is needed for Masters at Dublin Business School?
DBS requires a minimum 2:2 (GPA 2.5/4.0) for Masters admission. As Ireland's largest private business college with 9,000+ students, DBS specialises in Business, Law, and Computing, with MBA and MSc Business popular among Kenyan applicants.
Are there scholarships for Kenyan students at Dublin Business School?
DBS offers a 25% tuition reduction through its Academic Scholarship for qualifying students. Note that DBS is a private college and is not eligible for the Government of Ireland International Education Scholarships (GOI-IES). The 25% discount is automatically considered for qualifying applicants.
Tips for Applying to DBS
Dublin Business School is one of the most accessible institutions in Ireland for Kenyan students — its central Dublin location provides excellent access to internship and employment opportunities. The Foundation pathway removes barriers for applicants whose grades may not meet direct entry requirements. As a private college, DBS is not GOI-IES eligible, but its institutional scholarship reduces tuition by 25%. After completing a Masters, graduates are eligible for the 24-month Third Level Graduate Programme (Stamp 1G) to work in Dublin, with experience transferable to Kenya's growing private sector.
Official source: Dublin Business School ↗Cost of Living in Dublin
Central Dublin location. Student accommodation is competitive — arrange early.