Study Abroad at UCD
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One Semester to Full-Year Study Opportunities
Study Abroad at UCD
University students are very welcome to study abroad at UCD for one semester or a full year. Our dedicated Study Abroad Team will support you here in Ireland and help you get the most out of your experience academically, culturally and socially.
At UCD, your support is shared between two teams: the UCD Global Study Abroad Team handles all housing, orientation, transcripts, as well as general queries. Meanwhile, our Study Abroad Programme Managers (in the Colleges/Schools) offer dedicated academic support for applications, curriculum mapping and course enquiries.
Open our Study Abroad Snapshot below to see further details on the logistics of our programmes. Find further details in our Study Abroad brochure or visit the programme pages below.
We look forward to welcoming you to UCD!
On this page
- Study Abroad at UCD
- What Can I Study?
- Additional Study Abroad Options
- UCD’s Cultural & Social Programme
- Meet Our Students
- Gallery of Past Events
- FAQs
What Can I Study?
Study Abroad students take undergraduate modules at UCD, which are at levels 1-3. Some academic areas, like Engineering, permit students to take level 4 modules, subject to meeting any module prerequisites. You can view the current module offerings on the UCD Module Finder. Students should apply for the Study Abroad programme in the academic area where they plan to take the majority of their modules.
Click on the name of the academic area below for more information about each programme.
- Agricultural, Food and Nutrition
- Architecture and Planning
- Arts and Humanities
- Business
- Engineering
- First Year Study Abroad
- Journalism and International Affairs
- Law
- Nursing and Midwifery
- Pre-Physical Therapy
- Pre-Vet
- Science
- Social Sciences
- Sport and Exercise Science/Management
Additional Study Abroad Options
[##### First Year Study Abroad
Learn everything you need to know about UCD's First Year Study Abroad Programme.](https://www.ucd.ie/global/study-at-ucd/studyabroadandexchanges/studyabroad/firstyearstudyabroad/ "Go to 'First Year Study Abroad' page")
[##### Summer Programme
Summer Programmes abroad can be an invaluable part of your education, giving you a new outlook on life.](https://www.ucd.ie/global/study-at-ucd/studyabroadandexchanges/ucdsummerprogrammes/ "Go to 'Summer Programme' page")
[##### Summer High School Programme
The UCD High School Summer Programme is an enrichment programme designed for North American students who are especially interested in learning more about Irish history, culture and student life.](https://www.ucd.ie/global/study-at-ucd/studyabroadandexchanges/ucdsummerprogrammes/summerhighschoolprogram/ "Go to 'Summer High School Programme' page")
[##### US and International Affairs Programme
An international perspective on America, established at UCD in recognition of the contributions made by President Clinton and his administration to the Peace Process in Ireland.](https://www.ucd.ie/global/study-at-ucd/studyabroadandexchanges/studyabroad/usandinternationalaffairs/ "Go to 'US and International Affairs Programme' page")
UCD’s Cultural & Social Programme
An essential part of studying abroad involves experiencing the local culture and traditions of your host country. That's why UCD Global provides a complimentary Cultural & Social Program for our Study Abroad students.
We'll bring you on fun cultural nights out in the city and scenic day tours across Ireland. You can expect to experience:
- Music, theatre and comedy shows
- National parks
- Heritage sites like castles and caves
- Hiking and cycling trips
- Factory tours
We also throw a party or two each trimester, including our Welcome Reception, Thanksgiving Dinner, Super Bowl Night, and much more!
These activities and excursions are free to attend, and we encourage you to sign up for as many as you can. At the beginning of term, we will send you an events calendar that you can sign up to at any time during the trimester.
Meet Our Students
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Meet Natalia from Arizona State University.
###### Meet Cesco from Arizona State University.
Meet Cesco from Arizona State University.
Gallery of Past Events
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FAQs
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How do I apply to the UCD Study Abroad?
- Go to the UCD Course Finder.\
- Click Special Groups > Study Abroad > Search. This will give you the list of available applications for study abroad courses. Alternatively, you can search the desired course code directly in Course Finder.\
- Click the blue Apply button for the preferred course.\
- Create an account on the application portal.\
- Continue to open the application, complete and submit the application for review.
When are the application deadlines?
Autumn Trimester & Full Year deadline for applications is May 1.
Spring Trimester deadline for applications is October 25.
Summer Programs: Varies by program.
How do I know if I have been accepted?
After the application is processed, you will receive an email notification of whether an offer is given or not.
You will then log in to the UCD application portal and either accept or reject the offer to study abroad at UCD.
Once you accept the offer, you will be issued a UCD student number and can begin Phase One of registration.
Do I have to pay a deposit or application fee?
Study Abroad students are not required to pay a deposit or application fee, when applying.
Does UCD offer scholarships to study abroad students?
There is a fee discount for study abroad students who study with us for the full academic year. Please ask your Program Manager directly for more information.
When do I register for class?
Once you have been offered a place on a Study Abroad Program, you will be directed by your Study Abroad Program Manager regarding the module (course) registration process.
Students enrolled in Business, Arts & Humanities and Social Science Study Abroad Programs will register to their UCD modules online on a specific date.
Students enrolled on STEM Programs will be manually registered to their modules. Program Managers will correspond directly with students regarding their module preferences.
Can I register for a class outside of my School?
Students apply to the UCD Study Abroad Program in the UCD College or School that they will be taking the majority of their modules in.
Students can take up to four core modules and up to two elective modules from other academic programs across the University, subject to capacity and timetabling.
It is the student's responsibility to ensure that all module choices have the approval of their home institution for credit transfer.
Will the credits transfer?
Your home institution decides on the credits to be awarded for modules completed at UCD. We will be pleased to provide full information on our modules to enable institutions to make decisions regarding the transfer of credits.
Where can I find the UCD Academic Calendar?
View the UCD Academic Calendar.
When will I get my class schedule?
Students will have access to their class schedule/timetable once the module registration process has been completed.
However, students can get an idea of their schedules by checking the times and dates of their classes on the module descriptor on UCD's Course Catalog.
What is the trimester course-load at UCD?
The maximum course-load for all students is 30-ECTS. Non-EU students must take a minimum of 20-ECTS. It is advisable to check with your home institution on the number of courses students need to take at UCD to ensure the correct transfer of credits.
Will I get a transcript?
At the end of the semester, your Statement of Results (transcript) will be available to you and sent to your home institution or provider by secure electronic means. You and/or your home institution can also request a hard copy of your transcript. This can be arranged and sent to your home address and/or institution if necessary.
Fall Semester: Transcripts will be issued by early March.
Full Academic Year and Spring Semester: Transcripts will be issued in late July.
Summer Semester: Transcripts will be issued by early September.
Where will I live while in Dublin?
The majority of Study Abroad students live in the on-campus UCD Residences.
There is an option to live off-campus in private apartments/houses in and close to the city centre. UCD Global facilitates and will assist you with accommodation options for your stay. However, the tenancy agreement is between the landlord and you, the tenant. Please see our accommodation section for further details on accommodation options during your studies at UCD.
What is the cost of living in Dublin?
Visit our general monthly guide to the cost of living in Dublin.
It has also allowed me to meet and become friends not only with Irish students, but other international students as well. While in Dublin, I am able to fully experience Irish culture!
Julia Drennan, U.S.A., Inclusive Ireland Scholarship Awardee
UCD does a great job of integrating academics with fun extracurricular activities for its students, like having Yoga and Pilates classes, but also having events like Mario Kart Tournaments. The staff are also so helpful!
Erin O'Brien, U.S.A., Chemical Engineering
It has also allowed me to meet and become friends not only with Irish students, but other international students as well. While in Dublin, I am able to fully experience Irish culture!
Julia Drennan, U.S.A., Inclusive Ireland Scholarship Awardee
UCD does a great job of integrating academics with fun extracurricular activities for its students, like having Yoga and Pilates classes, but also having events like Mario Kart Tournaments. The staff are also so helpful!
Erin O'Brien, U.S.A., Chemical Engineering
Contact UCD Global
UCD Global, Gerard Manley Hopkins Centre (UCD International Office), Belfield, Dublin 4. T: +353 1 716 8500 | Location Map