Griffith College Dublin for Kenyan Students
Entry Requirements by Level
Academic Requirements
Direct entry available. Ireland's largest private college. IELTS waiver possible if previous degree was fully taught in English. Popular with African students.
English Language
IELTS: 6.5+ overall, 6+ per component. TOEFL iBT and PTE Academic also accepted — contact admissions for equivalencies.
Fees & Deadline
Annual tuition: €12,000–€16,000. 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: €12,000–€16,000. Application deadline: Rolling. Decision time: 1–4 weeks.
Documents Required
Available Scholarships
Griffith College Academic Merit Scholarship
by Griffith College Dublin · Undergraduate, Masters
Learn more →Griffith College Academic International Scholarship
by Griffith College Dublin · Masters
Learn more →Frequently Asked Questions
Does Griffith College Dublin accept KCSE?
Yes, Griffith College is more flexible than public Irish universities. KCSE is accepted as a secondary school qualification. A Masters Qualifying Programme is also available for applicants who need to strengthen their profile before starting a full Masters. Relevant work experience may also support an application.
What GPA is needed for Masters at Griffith College Dublin?
Griffith College requires a minimum 2:2 (GPA 2.5/4.0) for most Masters programmes. As Ireland's largest private college, Griffith is flexible about entry — work experience and professional qualifications are considered alongside academic results. An IELTS waiver is possible if your undergraduate degree was in English.
Are there scholarships for Kenyan students at Griffith College Dublin?
Griffith College offers two institutional scholarships — the Academic Merit Scholarship and the Academic International Scholarship — each providing 25% off tuition. Note: Griffith College is a private institution and is not eligible for the Government of Ireland International Education Scholarships (GOI-IES).
Tips for Applying to Griffith
Griffith College is Ireland's largest private college and one of the most accessible institutions for Kenyan applicants — its flexible entry (including KCSE acceptance and a Qualifying Programme option) makes it a strong option. Note that as a private college, Griffith is not eligible for the GOI-IES scholarship, but the 25% institutional discount partially offsets this. Campuses in Dublin, Cork, and Limerick give Kenyan students location flexibility. Graduates are eligible for the 24-month Third Level Graduate Programme (Stamp 1G), allowing two years of work in Ireland.
Official source: Griffith College Dublin ↗Cost of Living in Dublin
Main campus in Dublin city centre. Cork and Limerick campuses available at lower cost.