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Be smart and invest in your future UCD International Study Centre
2 Welcome to Dublin, Ireland www.ucd.ie/isc 3
Welcome to Dublin, Ireland
Ireland is famed for its friendly people and fabulous
landscapes. It is also one of the most dynamic and inspiring
countries in the world for ambitious young people wanting
to work in exciting industries.
Top tech companies like Facebook, Google and Apple have chosen the city
as their business hub, and start-ups are encouraged and supported. Ireland
is also ranked in the 10 best educated countries in the world.
This is why career-minded students choose Dublin.
University College Dublin (UCD) is Ireland’s largest and most international
university. Ranked among the top 1% in the world in The Times Higher Education
World University Rankings gaining an undergraduate degree here puts you in the Google offices, one of the many
global brands operating from Dublin
perfect position to begin your career.
To help ensure overseas students achieve success, the International
Study Centre is here to guide you through your Foundation Year – from
application to progression to UCD. As well as providing academic support,
we offer a community of like-minded international students,
where we are sure you will find lifelong friends.
Whether you are studying, socialising or staying on campus,
the International Study Centre will help make Dublin your home.
I look forward to welcoming you.
Andrew O’Sullivan, Head of Centre
University College Dublin International Study Centre
Why Dublin?
Ireland is the perfect place for international students. Exciting employment
opportunities, a rich cultural heritage, stunning scenery and famously friendly
locals make it a magical place to live and study. It also has one of the world’s
most vibrant capitals, which is where you’ll find the International Study Centre.
Learn about Irish history at Dublin Castle
Contents Ireland is listed as the 12th safest What Dublin lacks in size it makes up for in The best start to your career Thanks to its compact size and safe
country in the world by the Global personality, combining the feel of a friendly Ireland is the only English-speaking country reputation you can easily explore the city by
foot. One thing guaranteed is a good time –
village with the buzz of a big city. The capital is
Peace Index 2016 in Europe to offer a 12-month post-study
or as the Irish say ‘craic’.
Why Dublin? 03 ranked among the top 40 cities for students work visa to international graduates. You
Welcome to Ireland’s Global University? 04 Dublin has the youngest in the world* and is regularly featured as a can also work while studying for your degree,
The most beautiful place on earth
Why UCD International Study Centre? 06
population in Europe, with 30% top tourist destination. Around 200 different
nationalities have made their home here.
giving you valuable experience before
starting your career.
You are never far from natural beauty in
under the age of 30 And you could, too.
Ireland, which is known as the Emerald Isle
Your career in Dublin 08 due to its green countryside. Its breathtaking
An inspiring place to live and learn
Life on campus 10 Lonely Planet ranked Dublin as the Home to global brands Dublin is one of the oldest cities in Europe, lakes, spectacular mountains and wild Atlantic
Your home from home 12 world’s third best city to visit Some of the biggest businesses in the world dating back more than 1,000 years. Take a coastline with picturesque beaches, make it
Progression to your degree 14
in 2017 are based in Dublin, including Facebook, walk around its ancient streets and you’ll find one of the most beautiful places on earth.
Amazon, Google, Apple and Twitter. It’s not a fascinating mix of medieval castles and
How to apply 15 Ireland’s job market is one of the just technology that thrives here – Ireland cathedrals alongside 18th century houses
fastest moving in Europe, offers a range of industry opportunities from and modern architecture.
according to the Robert Walters finance to pharmaceuticals.
It also has an impressive collection of
European Job Index, 2015 Dublin is also a place of innovation and new museums and galleries and, as a UNESCO
ideas, and was ranked as the ‘best city to City of Literature, Dublin is an inspiring place
The only English-speaking country found a business in’ by Forbes Magazine. to live and learn.
in Europe to offer post-study Whether you want to work for a multinational The city is home to several shopping centres,
work visas or have big ideas of your own, Ireland is the live music venues, theatres, cinemas
place to be. and many cafés and restaurants offering
international food and traditional Irish dishes.
*QS Best Student Cities 2016
4 Welcome to Ireland’s Global University www.ucd.ie/isc 5
Welcome to
Ireland’s Global
University
“I chose UCD because the business
school is one of the best business
schools in the world. The cost in
Dublin can be lower than in the UK.
Ireland is also an English speaking
country and Dublin is a quiet and
safe city.”
Yongmei Chen, China
Studied International Foundation
Year in Business, Economics and
Social Sciences
Now studying BComm Commerce
UCD is among the top 1% of universities in the world and the most popular
choice for international students studying in Ireland. Founded in 1854, UCD is
one of the country’s oldest universities and also its largest, offering a diverse
range of degree programmes.
Forming global minds World recognised More than 6,000 Overseas exchange programmes World class campus Notable alumni
UCD is Ireland’s most globally engaged Degrees from UCD are accredited by the international students UCD runs exchange programmes with Just four kilometres from the centre of
James Joyce, one of Ireland’s
university with over 6,000 students world’s leading professional organisations over 400 leading universities around the Dublin, UCD has the largest urban campus
from more than 120 countries. It offers in medicine, architecture, engineering Exchange programmes world, offering you further opportunities in Europe, with 133 hectares of stunning most celebrated writers
international students a home from home, and more. The UCD College of Business is with over 400 leading for international study. You can spend a parkland for you to enjoy. It is also one of the
Three former Irish presidents
where you can study, socialise and develop Ireland’s top business school and one of universities semester or a full year studying abroad safest, with 24-hour security and a warm
new skills to prepare you for a successful only 73 schools in the world to hold triple at some of the most exciting cities in the and welcoming atmosphere. Five Irish Prime Ministers
career. We believe this is why UCD is in the accreditation from AACSB (US), EQUIS Top 1% of universities world. Partners include Boston University,
Nestled among the trees are modern
Former president of India,
top 1% of universities with an ‘international (Europe) and AMBA (UK). in the world* University of California, Massachusetts
university buildings, fantastic sports facilities
outlook’ in the Times Higher Education World Institute of Technology, Kings College and a range of accommodation options.
V V Giri
University Rankings 2016. Leader in research Ranked in the top London, National University of Singapore
Deputy Prime Minister of Vietnam,
UCD is one of Europe’s top research-
intensive universities and a member of
10% of universities for and University of Edinburgh. Supporting your career
Mr Hoang Trung Hai
UCD is the ideal place for ambitious students
Universitas 21, the leading global network of international outlook*
to launch their career. It houses a dedicated Nobel Peace Prize Winner,
research. Our research programmes partner Career Development Centre which has links
with over 350 companies worldwide and we Séan MacBride
*THE World University Rankings 2016 with leading industries all around the world,
have a number of leading research institutes including more than 1,200 multinationals,
and centres, which provide world-class based in Dublin.
facilities across a broad range of subjects.
6 Why UCD International Study Centre? www.ucd.ie/isc 7
Why UCD International
Study Centre?
Key facts
Entry dates: September or January
Course length: Three terms
Age on entry: Students must be at least
17 years old
Academic entry requirements: Good
high school graduation grades or “At the International Study Centre
equivalent they guide you through your first
year, step by step, which really
English entry requirements: IELTS 5.0 helps you prepare for UCD. The
(minimum 5.0 in writing) or equivalent. teachers are very experienced in
English Language Preparation: their fields and as the International
Students who do not meet the English Study Centre is small they’re able
language requirement above can take to concentrate on individuals.”
an English language preparation course. Anita, Nigeria
The UCD International Study Centre is the perfect place for overseas students
to begin their studies. We are based on campus so you will be fully immersed in Studied International Foundation
For the latest information, including
university life from the moment you arrive. Our International Foundation Year Year in Engineering and Sciences
term dates, country specific entry
pathway provides all the support and guidance you need to ensure you get the Progressed to a BSc Science
requirements and tuition fees,
best from your degree – from application through to graduation.
visit www.ucd.ie/isc
We want you to realise your full potential.
This is why we provide the best preparation to
Business, Economics and
Social Sciences
Engineering and Sciences
95% of International
ensure you reach the required level of English This International Foundation Year gives
This option gives you the opportunity to Study Centre students who
progress to an undergraduate degree in
and academic skills for your undergraduate you the opportunity to progress to an
engineering, computer science, general
completed their course
course. We also offer an introduction to undergraduate degree taught at the
science, or biomedical and health sciences. progressed to UCD in 2016
European culture. renowned UCD Quinn School of Business.
Core modules:
Classes are in small groups, with the same Core modules: English Language Preparation
- English Skills for University Study
‘university’ style as UCD, to prepare you for - English Skills for University Study If you haven’t achieved an IELTS score of
degree study. - Project Study
- Project Study 5.0, you can take an English Language
- Core Maths or Pure Maths Preparation course at the International
Enjoy life on campus - Core Maths
- Chemistry Study Centre. Students with an IELTS score
The International Study Centre has a great - Principles of Economics
Route-specific modules of 4.0 will need to study at least one term
location on UCD’s campus, close to the Route-specific modules of English Language Preparation to meet
School of Science and the Quinn School of Choose four modules: Choose two or three modules: entry requirements. Courses start in July
Business. It is also just a 10-minute walk - Maths - Introduction to Business or September. If you achieve the required
from the University’s accommodation village, Information Systems module grades in the English Language
- Principles of Economics
so you’ll never be late for class. - Environment Science Preparation programme, you will be able to
- Accounting and Finance
- Biochemistry start your pathway programme.
International Foundation Year - Introduction to Business Information
Our International Foundation Year offers a Systems - Pure Maths Find out more about undergraduate degree
choice of two academic routes – Business, - Computing - Physics options at UCD on page 14.
Economics and Social Sciences or - Biology
- History and Urban Landscape of Dublin
Science and Engineering. Once you have
- Business Statistics - Chemistry
completed the programme, and achieve the
required grades, you will join your chosen - Introduction to Business Studies - Mechanics
undergraduate degree at UCD. (Principles of Management)
8 Your career in Dublin www.ucd.ie/isc 9
87% of recent UCD
honours degree graduates
Facts and figures behind
are employed or furthering
their studies within nine
Ireland’s top 5 industries
months
Ireland’s economy is ranked
in the top 20 on the ‘ease
of doing business’ index,
created by the World Bank
Group (Doing Business 2016)
UCD is ranked second Global technology hub Medical technology First-rate pharmacy
in the world for Ireland is the world’s second market leader Ireland is the largest
Employer Reputation largest software exporter Ireland is the second exporter of pharmaceutical
by QS 2016 and home to nine of the largest exporter of products in the world
top 10 biggest software MedTech products in Europe. www.matheson.com
companies, including Facebook,
Amazon, Google, Apple and Supplies 95 of the world’s Home to 75+ pharmaceutical
Twitter top 100 companies (ranked by GDP) companies, including 18 of the
world’s top 20
Home to 900 software Home to 300-plus medical www.matheson.com
Your career in Dublin companies
Generates €16 billion of
device companies, employing
25,000 people Exclusively produces six of
the world’s top 10 selling
Ireland is the land of opportunity. It is the only English-speaking country exports a year 13 of the world’s top 15 pharmaceutical products
in Europe to offer post-study work visas to international graduates. With medical technology companies
14,500 new jobs being created over the next five years and top multinational Employs around 80,000 have operations here
companies based here, Dublin is a fantastic city to kick-start your career. people and a further 8,000
tech jobs are expected to Employs the highest
open each year (Tech/Life Ireland) number of MedTech
personnel per capita in Europe
Work visa options An entrepreneurial environment
As a full-time student of any nationality, We are proud to offer the biggest start-
Innovation in
you are entitled to work in Ireland for up up incubator for budding businesses in agriculture
to 20 hours per week during term time Ireland. In 2014 UCD was ranked fifth among
Ireland’s food and drink industry
exports 85% of its produce
and up to 40 hours per week during the European universities for its track record in
holidays. In addition, after graduation educating successful entrepreneurs. Dublin
you’ll have the chance to remain in Ireland has also been ranked by Forbes as one of the The future of finance to over 170 markets
to take advantage of the fantastic work best cities in the world for start-ups. “Before I came to Ireland I was not this
worldwide
Ireland is home to 50% of
opportunities here. Non-EU/EEA citizens are confident. I was pretty uncertain about Contributes €26 billion to
eligible for the Third Level Graduate Scheme, Further education my future and I didn’t know where I was the world’s top financial
the economy
which allows successful graduates to work in UCD is Ireland’s leader in postgraduate going. Now I’ve found a job in Ireland, services companies
Ireland for 12 months. education and research funding. Over 50% I know what I’m going to do in the Employs over 170,000
of UCD students progress to graduate- future. Dublin and especially UCD and Home to 25 of the world’s people in Ireland
Supporting your career level studies, and the University’s excellent ISC study definitely changed my life. It top 50 banks
The International Study Centre and University reputation and global connections with other made me a better person.”
College Dublin are committed to supporting highly ranked institutions offer fantastic Over €1.8 trillion of funds
Emma, China are administered from Ireland
your success, both academically and opportunities.
Studied International Foundation Year (Enterprise Ireland)
professionally. UCD’s Career Development
in Business, Economics and Social
Centre is well connected with top employers
Sciences
in Ireland and abroad, and can help you
with everything from preparing a CV to Graduated with a BComm Commerce
starting your first job. Work placements and Now working at Smith Education
internships also form part of the curriculum in Dublin
on many of UCD’s degree programmes, with
companies including KPMG, L’Oréal, IBM, eBay,
Skype, Deloitte, and Microsoft.
10 Life on campus www.ucd.ie/isc 11
Life on campus
“UCD has clubs and societies to help
students meet each other. They have
lovely lakes in front of the colleges,
it’s a really calm place. I also like the
sports centre. It has great facilities,
like the Olympic swimming pool,
and sport and fitness classes. I’m
enjoying my time on the campus.”
Ali, Saudi Arabia
Studied International Foundation
Year in Engineering and Sciences
Studying abroad is an exciting experience, but we understand it is a big step. UCD provides a safe,
comfortable campus that has all you need to help you settle into your home in Dublin. From the day Progressed to a degree in Biomedical,
you arrive, you will feel part of a vibrant and friendly international community. Health and Life Sciences
Great location UCD Global Lounge 24/7 support
Just four kilometres south of Dublin’s The UCD Global Lounge is a dedicated space As well as excellent academic support, 70+
vibrant city centre, UCD has the largest for seminars, talks, film evenings, exhibitions UCD students also have access to: Active student societies
urban campus in Europe, with 133 hectares and other events organised by international - Dedicated Student Advisers
of leafy parkland to explore. student groups and organisations. You’ll also
find plasma screens broadcasting 350 TV
- T he Students’ Union, which provides
a range of welfare services
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Easy access stations, from all around the world, including Official sports clubs
Despite its large size, everything you need - Niteline, a listening and information
Sky Sports and ESPN.
service run by students for students
for student life is within easy access at
UCD. Alongside world-class academic Get involved - UCD Counselling Service, for 15
facilities, like the James Joyce Library, the With over 70 student societies and 55 sports confidential support minutes to Dublin’s
main Belfield campus offers a wide range of clubs on campus, there is something to suit - The Chaplaincy Centre city centre
services, including restaurants, cafés, well- every interest – from canoeing to comedy
Dublin on your doorstep
stocked shops and a campus bookshop. and musicals to maths. The International
Student Society also arranges activities and UCD Belfield campus is just four kilometres 350
Fabulous facilities excursions all over Ireland, offering a great and a short bus ride away from Dublin’s city acres of landscaped
The Student Centre and the UCD Sport & opportunity to get to know your new country centre, which has great nightlife, shopping, parkland
Fitness complex are at the heart of student and meet other students studying abroad. restaurants and cultural activities.
life on campus. Facilities include:
– Olympic-sized swimming pool
The city’s coastal location on Dublin Bay
also gives you easy access to the sea, while
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– 3D cinema the nearby Wicklow Mountains are ideal
natural grass sports
– 600-seat auditorium for hiking. If you want to venture further pitches
afield, Dublin’s bus and rail links make it
– TV studio
– National hockey stadium
easy to explore the Emerald Isle’s beautiful
countryside.
24/7
– 17 natural grass sports pitches support
– Climbing wall
– Drama theatre
12 Accommodation www.ucd.ie/isc 13
Your home away
from home
The UCD halls of residence offer comfortable apartments and catered accommodation across several
locations on campus and in the nearby village of Blackrock. Living alongside other students will be a
memorable part of your undergraduate experience and an opportunity to make lifelong friends.
On campus accommodation Creating a community Average living costs in Dublin
The five UCD residences are all located on The ResLife programme aims to build a
Meal, inexpensive restaurant: €15.00
the main Belfield campus, within easy reach friendly and sociable community within
of our facilities. A range of accommodation your hall of residence. Special events are Cappuccino: €2.86
options is available, to suit all budgets, from organised throughout the year, such as Bottle of water (0.33 litre): €1.25
apartment-style bedrooms to shared twin sports activities, fitness classes, cooking
rooms. You can also choose self-catering classes, social events and day trips. Make the Monthly travel pass (regular price): €120.00
or catered options. most of your time here and get involved. Petrol (1 litre): €1.27
On-site services Monthly internet (10 Mbps, unlimited data,
cable/ADSL): €42.74
As a resident in UCD accommodation, you will
have access to: Fitness club monthly fee: €44.55
- Wireless internet Cinema ticket: €10.75
- On-site maintenance team
Rent for university-managed student
- Launderettes accommodation (based on 37-week
- A gym and social spaces tenancy)*: €159.35 to €283.24 per week
- On-site Residence Assistants
and security *Prices are based on 2016/17 costs and are
- 24/7 resident support subject to change
Please note that all prices are approximations of
averages sourced from numbeo.com/cost-of-living
and are subject to change
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to apply 15
How to apply
You can apply to University College Dublin International Study Centre through your local education agent
or directly via our website. For full details of fees and our Terms & Conditions, please visit www. ucd.ie/isc
Contact us Social media
Via your agent By telephone Why not join our social media communities to
You can contact us via your agent, who will You can talk to one of our Student Enrolment see what life is like here before you arrive?
guide you through the process or talk to our Advisers on + 44 (0) 1273 339333 (Please omit
Admissions Department on your behalf. the zero if dialling from outside the UK) .
Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/iscucd
Direct They speak a variety of languages and
Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/ucdISC
How to contact the International Study understand several more. We will do our best to
Centre directly: contact you in your preferred language. Find us on YouTube:
www.youtube.com/user/ISCUCD
Enquire online
Progression to your degree at UCD www.ucd.ie/isc
Once you have successfully completed your International Foundation Year and achieved the DUBLIN SPIRE
required grades, you can progress directly to your chosen undergraduate degree at UCD.
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visit www.ucd.ie/isc
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The International Study Centre programmes are provided by Study Group in
collaboration with University College Dublin.
Programmes at the International Study Centre are delivered by Study Group.
Study Group is a global leader in preparing students for international academic
success and rewarding careers through a life-changing learning experience.
We offer customised programmes across higher, language and online education
starting from high school to lifelong learning. Study Group taught more than
73,000 students from 145 countries across the UK, Europe, USA, Canada,
Australia and New Zealand in 2015.
Disclaimer
This prospectus is issued for the general guidance of students considering entry to the International
Study Centre, based at University College Dublin, from September 2017. The information is correct at
the time of going to press and the programmes and services described herein are those which Study
Group is planning to offer. We make every effort to ensure that the content of our prospectus, website
and other materials is accurate. However, on occasion it may be necessary to alter certain aspects
of a module or programme, for example if changes are required to meet external requirements; or
if programmes are over-subscribed and the quality of teaching would be adversely affected as a
result. In such circumstances we may have to alter the timetable, change the teaching location of the
programme or, in extreme cases, cancel or substantially amend the content of the programme. Should
any of these changes become necessary, we will give you as much notice as possible before they come
into effect and ensure that any disruption to your studies is minimised. If your programme is cancelled,
we will work in consultation with you to offer a suitable alternative, subject to meeting the admission
requirements for that programme or the opportunity to obtain a refund of any advance payments you
have made for the programme. The alternative programme may not be at the same International Study
Centre as the original offer. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information
relating to University College Dublin in this prospectus at the time of going to print. The University aims
to provide the programmes and facilities as described in this prospectus, but reserves the right to
withdraw or to make alterations to courses and facilities if necessary.
Study Group strongly recommends that immediately prior to making any application to / or accepting
any offer from Study Group you should refer to the most up-to-date version of the programme
descriptions and specifications and the regulations on the University College Dublin International
Study Centre website at www.ucd.ie/isc
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