Maynooth University is an internationally recognised institution located 25 kilometres outside of Dublin, Ireland.
Academic Strengths
1. Humanities & Social Sciences
Largest concentration of humanities and social sciences students and faculty in Ireland.
Strong in Political Science, Sociology, Law, History, Philosophy, Media Studies, and Human Rights Law.
Ranked #7 in Ireland and #932 globally for Liberal Arts & Social Sciences.
2. Computer Science & Data Science
Ranked #7 in Ireland and #897 globally for Computer Science.
Key areas: AI, Machine Learning, Cybersecurity, Software Engineering, Human-Computer Interaction.
Home to the Hamilton Institute and Innovation Value Institute, leading research in data science and digital transformation.
3. Engineering & Technology
Focused on Electronic Engineering, Robotics, Optical Engineering, and Remote Sensing.
Ranked #8 in Ireland and #1336 globally for Engineering
4. Biology & Health Sciences
Strong in Genetics, Biochemistry, Neuroscience, Immunology, and Intellectual Disability Nursing.
Hosts the Kathleen Lonsdale Institute for Human Health Research and Assisting Living Institute.
5. Environmental Science & Sustainability
Active in Climate Change, Urban Planning, Forestry, Meteorology, and Geology.
Ranked #7 in Ireland and #1247 globally for Environmental Science.
Research Beacon on Sustainability and Climate Change includes impactful work on carbon emissions and land management