Trinity College Dublin (not part of the National University of Ireland)

Trinity College Dublin, founded in 1592, is Ireland’s oldest university and one of its most prestigious educational institutions. Located in the heart of Dublin, it offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across disciplines like arts, sciences, and business. Famous for its historic architecture and the Library of Trinity College, which houses the ancient Book of Kells, the college combines a rich academic tradition with modern research. It operates independently of the National University of Ireland system, maintaining its own governance and identity, while contributing significantly to Ireland’s intellectual and cultural life.