IADT — Institute of Art, Design + Technology for Kenyan Students
Entry Requirements by Level
Academic Requirements
Foundation Year required via IADT Foundation Programme. KCSE accepted as O-level equivalent. Portfolio submission required for design and art programmes. Located in Dun Laoghaire, south Dublin.
English Language
IELTS: 6+ overall, 5.5+ per component. TOEFL iBT and PTE Academic also accepted — contact admissions for equivalencies.
Fees & Deadline
Annual tuition: €10,000–€14,000. Application deadline: Rolling.
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–€14,000. Application deadline: Rolling. Decision time: 2–4 weeks.
Documents Required
Available Scholarships
Government of Ireland International Education Scholarships (GOI-IES)
by Irish Government (HEA) · Masters
Learn more →IADT Merit Scholarships
by IADT — Institute of Art, Design + Technology · Masters
Learn more →Frequently Asked Questions
Does IADT accept KCSE?
KCSE is accepted as a secondary school qualification for undergraduate foundation entry at IADT. For Masters in design, film, or animation, a recognised Bachelor's degree in a relevant field plus a portfolio is typically required — secondary school qualifications are not relevant at Masters level.
What GPA is needed for Masters at IADT?
IADT accepts a minimum GPA of 2.5/4.0 (UK 2:2) for Masters programmes, but portfolio quality is equally important for creative programmes. IADT is Ireland's only specialist art, design, and technology college — the best choice for Kenyan students in film, animation, digital media, and design.
Are there scholarships for Kenyan students at IADT?
Yes. IADT offers Merit Scholarships for qualifying international students. As a public institution, IADT is also eligible for the Government of Ireland International Education Scholarships (GOI-IES), which provides full tuition waiver plus €10,000 stipend for Masters students.
Tips for Applying to IADT
IADT is Ireland's only dedicated institute for art, design, and technology — a unique option for Kenyan students with a strong creative background who want internationally recognised qualifications in film production, animation, digital media, or design. The portfolio-based admission means creative talent is the primary currency, not academic grades alone. After completing a Masters, the 24-month Third Level Graduate Programme (Stamp 1G) provides time to work in Ireland's growing creative industries, with Dublin home to major animation studios and digital media companies.
Official source: IADT — Institute of Art, Design + Technology ↗Cost of Living in Dublin
Located in Dun Laoghaire, south Dublin — slightly more residential than city centre.