Maynooth University Malaysia

QS World Ranking 771-780 (2026) • Founded 1795
Maynooth, County Kildare, Ireland

Maynooth University

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Maynooth University is Ireland's second oldest university, tracing its origins to 1795. Located in Ireland's only university town, Maynooth, just 25 kilometers west of Dublin, the university combines a rich historical heritage with modern academic excellence. As a constituent university of the National University of Ireland, Maynooth University offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across three faculties: Arts, Celtic Studies and Philosophy; Science and Engineering; and Social Sciences. The university is internationally recognized for its excellence in Geography, English Language and Literature, and Education, and has been consistently ranked among the top young universities globally. With a vibrant campus community and close proximity to Dublin, students benefit from both a traditional university town atmosphere and easy access to Ireland's capital city.See More

1795
Founded (Ireland's Second Oldest University)
771-780
QS World Ranking (2026)
1st
Ireland's Only University Town
25km
From Dublin City Centre

Campus

Maynooth University is located in Ireland's only university town, offering students a unique blend of traditional academic heritage and modern facilities in a vibrant campus community.

Location

Maynooth, County Kildare, Ireland

Nearby

Located in Ireland's only university town, Maynooth offers a unique campus experience. The town is compact and student-friendly, with shops, cafes, and restaurants within walking distance. The campus is close to historic Maynooth Castle and the beautiful Royal Canal.

Getting Here

Easily accessible from Dublin Airport (40 minutes by car) and Dublin city centre (30 minutes by train or bus). Maynooth has its own train station with direct connections to Dublin city centre. The campus is well-connected by public transport, making it convenient for students.

Faculties

Comprising three main faculties: Faculty of Arts, Celtic Studies and Philosophy; Faculty of Science and Engineering; and Faculty of Social Sciences. The university offers over 50 undergraduate programs and numerous postgraduate opportunities across diverse disciplines.

About

The campus consists of two connected areas: the historic South Campus with 19th-century buildings shared with St. Patrick's College, and the modern North Campus featuring state-of-the-art facilities including the John Hume Building, Science Building, and Iontas Building. The university spans over 100 acres, combining heritage architecture with contemporary learning spaces.

Spring
Mar - May
8-12°C
Summer
Jun - Aug
15-20°C
Autumn
Sep - Nov
10-14°C
Winter
Dec - Feb
2-8°C
Season Months Temperature
Spring Mar - May 8-12°C
Summer Jun - Aug 15-20°C
Autumn Sep - Nov 10-14°C
Winter Dec - Feb 2-8°C

Flights to/from Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) ↔ Dublin (DUB)
MYR 3,500-6,000
Kuala Lumpur (KUL) ↔ London Heathrow (LHR) → Dublin (DUB)
MYR 3,200-5,500
Penang (PEN) ↔ Dublin (DUB)
MYR 4,000-6,500

Living Costs Estimation

Based on Irish government guidelines and official estimates. Costs are calculated in real-time using current exchange rates.

Maynooth Campus

Accommodation (per month)
€450-€750 MYR 0
Food & Groceries (per month)
€200-€300 MYR 0
Transport (per month)
€40-€80 MYR 0
Utilities & Bills (per month)
€70-€110 MYR 0
Personal & Leisure (per month)
€150-€250 MYR 0
Total Monthly Living Cost
€910-€1,490 MYR 0
* Based on Irish government student living cost estimates for Maynooth
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