Research & Innovation at National College of Ireland

Research is a cornerstone of academic excellence at National College of Ireland. Through innovative projects, interdisciplinary collaboration, and industry engagement, our faculty and students are driving meaningful advancements in business, technology, education, and social sciences. This hub provides an overview of our research initiatives, centres, and key focus areas, showcasing how our work contributes to both academic knowledge and real-world impact.

Explore our research community, discover current projects, and learn how NCI is shaping the future through research and innovation.

NCI Research

At National College of Ireland, research is at the heart of innovation and academic excellence. Discover the exciting and innovative research projects that are currently ongoing across NCI.

School of Business Research at NCI
School of Business
The NCI School of Business conducts impactful research led by the Psychology team and the Centre for Education and Lifelong Learning (CELL), with a focus on behaviour, well-being, and education.
School of Computing Research at NCI
School of Computing
The NCI School of Computing delivers advanced research in areas such as cloud architecture, high-performance computing, and data analytics, driven by our Cloud Competency Centre (CCC).
ELI Research at NCI
Early Learning Initiative (ELI)
The Early Learning Initiative (ELI) at NCI leads community-driven action research to co-create impactful early years programmes - such as ParentChild+ and Parenting365 - supporting children, families, and educators in improving learning and well-being outcomes.
Research Day
An annual event at NCI where staff and faculty present on the innovative research they've undertaken.
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