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University College Dublin
Dublin, Ireland
Facts
• Language of instruction: English
• Number of students currently enrolled: 33,000
• Semester 1: Mid-September – Late December
• Semester 2: Mid-January – Mid-May
• Important information:
https://www.ucd.ie/global/learningabroad/exchanges/inboundexchange-
students/
About the University
Founded in 1854 by Cardinal John Henry Newman, University College Dublin (UCD)
is Ireland’s largest and most richly diversified university. Today UCD is a vibrant,
modern university of over 33,000 students situated on a spacious and leafy campus
some 5km to the south of Dublin city centre.
Located on the east coast of Ireland, Dublin began as a Viking settlement founded
over one thousand years ago. In the 21st century, with a population of over one
million people, Dublin is the thriving capital of the Republic of Ireland and is the
centre of the political, diplomatic, administrative and commercial life of the country.
Famous for its literary tradition, Ireland's capital has been home to writers from
Jonathan Swift to William Butler Yeats and James Joyce. Dublin allows you to
explore both the historical and the modern, from castles and churches to cafés and
clubs.
Website: http://www.ucd.ie/
What to expect
Application process
If you are allocated for an exchange at the University College Dublin, you will be officially
nominated by the Study and Work Away team and will then be provided with your detailed
application instructions. You can ONLY apply if officially nominated.Notes of Guidance for Exchange students
University College Dublin
Type of Application: You will receive an email with application instructions. The application
form is online.
Academics
Course/ credit load One full year of study should equate to 60 ECTS. One
semester of study should equate to 30 ECTS
Courses available At undergraduate level, each module is worth 5 credits
and students take six modules per semester. Exchange
students may take fewer modules if permitted by their
home institution.
http://www.ucd.ie/students/course_search.htm
Course enrolment Instructions will be sent along with letter of enrolment
during the summer months. Students will receive
information about course selection before they arrive and
will have a two-week period to add or drop modules from
the first day of classes. Your UCD exchange coordinator
will manually register you for courses after you arrive in
Dublin.
For more information on selecting modules:
https://www.ucd.ie/global/t4media/UCD%20Module%
20Information%20for%20Incoming%20Exchange%2
0Students2021-22.pdf
Academic restrictions UCD asks for flexibility with Erasmus course choices, as
not all choices will be available.
Module restrictions may apply in the areas of
Health & Agricultural Sciences, Education, Psychology,
Business, Law, English Literature, History, and Master’s
level classes.
Law students will find relevant information and
courses here.
Business students will find relevant information here.
Previous Students Please research the suitability of the University College
Dublin for your degree programme. Courses and
programmes at your home and host institution may have
changed since other students studied there. However,
please find below some examples of the degree
programmes of students who went on exchange to the
UCD in previous years:
• Biological Sciences
• Chemical Engineering
• History of Art and English
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any feedback to the Study and Work Away team at europe.outgoing@ed.ac.ukNotes of Guidance for Exchange students
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• History and Politics
• Mathematics
• Philosophy and Politics
Your final course selection must be agreed and approved with your Exchange
Coordinator and any course changes made whilst you are away must have
their approval.
Accommodation
University Accommodation is not guaranteed for international
accommodation students so it is important that you apply early if you would
like to stay in on-campus housing. On-campus
accommodation is not always available to Erasmus
students
Explore Dublin accommodation at:
http://www.ucd.ie/residences/
https://www.ucdaccommodationpad.ie/Accommodation
Application Information about how to apply for accommodation can be
process found here: https://www.ucd.ie/residences/bookings/
Private The international office at UCD provides advice for
accommodation students looking for off-campus accommodation. You can
start your research here:
https://www.ucd.ie/residences/bookings/offcampus/
Costs
Estimated cost of Estimated cost of living is €680 per month without
living accommodation. Accommodation may range from €400
to €1300 per month.
https://www.ucd.ie/global/study-at-
ucd/scholarshipsfinances/livingcosts/
Insurance Non-EU nationals must obtain health insurance. EU
nationals are covered through their EHIC card. More
information can be found here:
https://www.ucd.ie/global/study-at-
ucd/healthinsurance/
For up to date information on using UK issued EHIC
cards after Brexit please see:
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https://www.gov.uk/guidance/living-in-
ireland#healthcare
Banks The largest banks in Ireland are Bank of Ireland, Allied
Irish Bank, and Ulster Bank. To open a bank account you
will need to bring a valid form of ID (Passport) and proof
of address. There may be other requirements if you are
form outside the EU.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted throughout
Ireland, however, you may be charged for using a foreign
bank card. You should be able to transfer between UK
and Irish bank accounts if you have your IBAN and
SWIFT codes, however, your bank may charge you.
Other
Employment Exchange students from outside Europe cannot seek
employment in Ireland.
EU/EEA students attending a full time course lasting a
year are entitled to seek casual employment (up to 20
hours per week during term time, and up to 40 hours per
week outwith term time). Single semester students
cannot seek employment. More information can be
found in the ‘Work’ section in UCD’s factsheet for
incoming students
For more information about working in Ireland after
Brexit, please see:
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/living-in-
ireland#working-in-ireland
Orientation UCD International organise an airport welcome for
incoming international students as well as specific
International Erasmus Orientation events throughout the
Orientation Week. These events include, meet and
greets, welcome speeches and other social activities.
For more information please visit:
https://www.ucd.ie/global/offerholders/orientation/
Some but not all non-EU/EEA students require an entry
Visas
visa for Ireland. Use this link to determine whether you
will need a visa:
https://www.ucd.ie/global/study-at-
ucd/visasandimmigration/
More information can also be found in the ‘Student Visa’
section in UCD’s factsheet for incoming students.
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Disability Statement Some destinations may be more accessible than others
for disabled students. If you require any adjustments due
to disability or specific learning difficulty, and you wish to
study abroad, then please contact the Study And Work
Away’s European team (europe.outgoing@ed.ac.uk). We
will work together with you to explore the help available
at your host institution. It might also be helpful if you
discuss this with your Personal Tutor and the Disability
Office.
The best part?
Meeting new people, being able to discover a new country and
seeing the politically active student (and non-student) society in the
campaigns and protests being held.”
Getting to experience the culture and meet new people.”
The greatest challenge?
Getting used to a slightly more relaxed way of teaching where self-
study is more needed.”
Advice for future exchange students
Accommodation
University accommodation is very expensive, so it is worth looking
privately as often you can get accommodation closer to city centre for
cheaper.
General advice
You might have to do a bit more research yourself into the modules available.”
Good advice is provided on the UCD Student Union website regarding private
renting.”
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