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Why Ireland

The campus is located on the outskirts of Dundalk, a town famous for its eclectic music scene. From traditional Irish music sessions in local pubs to gigs from up-and-coming performers in intimate venues – music lovers will be in their element.

DkIT is located on at the epicentre of the Belfast- Dublin economic corridor, an area marked as having significant importance due to its growing population and strong economic links between Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.

The region is steeped in innovating and enterprise and has developed a robust business community comprised of impressive start-ups, high-performing SMEs and major multinationals.

Why Study in Ireland

Ireland is home to the Top 5 Global software companies

Ireland is home to 9 of the top 10 US technology companies

Ireland has all of the world’s Top 10 pharmaceutical companies

14 of the top 15 Medical technology companies are located in Ireland

Study in one of the best education systems in the world for higher education achievements

Live in one of Europe’s only English speaking countries

Connect with career opportunities with leading global companies located in Ireland

Experience living in one of the friendliest and safest countries in the world

Our Location & Campus

Dundalk Institute of Technology

1 hour by road or rail from Dublin or Belfast


Easy access via ferries, trains and buses to mainland UK and Europe.

Dundalk is served by the Dublin-Belfast train corridor (Dundalk’s central train Station is approximately a 20 minute walk from the campus).

DkIT campus is around 10 minutes’ walk from the centre of town.

Questions about Ireland?

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