# Incoming Erasmus+ and Non-EU Exchanges
**Source**: https://www.ucd.ie/global/study-at-ucd/studyabroadandexchanges/exchangesanderasmus/
**Parent**: https://hub.ucd.ie/usis/!W_HU_MENU.P_PUBLISH?p_tag=COURSECATALOGUE
### On this page
- [The Erasmus+ and Non-EU Exchange Journey](#h843247)
- [Further Queries?](#h843262)
- [FAQs](#h843263)
- [Testimonials](#h857396)
### Incoming Erasmus+ and Non-EU Exchanges
In order to attend UCD as a Non-EU or Erasmus+ exchange student, you need to be nominated by your home university.
If you wish to attend UCD outside of our exchange agreements, please visit our page for information on [UCD’s fee-paying Study Abroad options](https://www.ucd.ie/global/study-at-ucd/studyabroadandexchanges/studyabroad/ "Go to 'UCD’s fee-paying Study Abroad options' page").
Existing Erasmus+ and Non-EU Exchange partners will receive nomination instructions biannually via email. If you have not received them andwant to nominate a student, please email [exchanges@ucd.ie](mailto:exchanges@ucd.ie "Go to '<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">exchanges@ucd.ie</span>' page") so that we can provide you with the nomination instructions.
##### Are you a current UCD student?
**Are you a UCD student who wants to go on Erasmus or Exchange abroad? Visit our outgoing [Learning Abroad Opportunities page](https://www.ucd.ie/global/currentstudents/learningabroad/ "Go to 'Learning Abroad Opportunities page' page").**
## The Erasmus+ and Non-EU Exchange Journey
A smooth application starts here. Please read the steps below before applying.
- 1. Contact Your Home University
First, please contact your home university’s International Office to check if there is an active exchange agreement in your subject with UCD.
- 2. Application
Application instructions will be emailed to all correctly nominated students. Please consult the UCD Exchange Factsheet for Incoming Students for further information regarding our application process.[UCD Exchange Factsheet](https://www.ucd.ie/global/t4media/UCD%20Factsheet%202026-27.pdf)
- 3. Offer
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. If successful, you will receive an offer and instructions on how to accept it. Please note that Erasmus+ and non-EU Exchange students are not required to pay application or tuition fees to UCD.
- 4. Get Ready
You will be asked to attend mandatory pre-arrival sessions to help you prepare for your exchange.
- 5. Engage
You will be invited to participate in an Orientation week upon your arrival.
## Further Queries?
If you are an incoming student from EU/EEA or UK, please address any further queries you may have to [incoming.erasmus@ucd.ie](mailto:incoming.erasmus@ucd.ie "Go to '<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">incoming.erasmus@ucd.ie</span>' page").
If you are an incoming student from outside of Europe, please contact [incoming.exchanges@ucd.ie](mailto:incoming.exchange@ucd.ie "Go to '<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">incoming.exchanges@ucd.ie</span>' page").
## FAQs
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### Where can I read about UCD’s accessibility supports?
Please read for details about UCD's accessibility services and the support we offer on our [Inclusive Mobility EU profile](https://inclusivemobility.eu/countries/ie/heis/5790 "Go to '<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Inclusive Mobility EU profile</span>' page").
All students with a disability or significant ongoing illness in UCD have the opportunity to receive relevant and reasonable support. These supports may include academic support such as awareness support for your lecturers and/or exam support such as extra time for exams (10 minutes per hour). To receive these supports students are invited to complete a short meeting called Needs Assessment with UCD Access & Lifelong Learning. Learn more about [UCD's Disability Support](https://www.ucd.ie/all/supportswhilestudying/disabilitysupport/ "Go to 'UCD's Disability Support' page").
### Do I need a visa to come and study at UCD?
Please consult the following website to [see if you need a visa.](https://www.ucd.ie/global/study-at-ucd/studentimmigration/ "Go to '<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">see if you need a visa.</span>' page")
If you require a visa letter or any further information, please reach out to [incoming.erasmus@ucd.ie](mailto:incoming.erasmus@ucd.ie "Go to '<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">incoming.erasmus@ucd.ie</span>' page") (EU/EEA or UK students) or [incoming.exchanges@ucd.ie](mailto:incoming.exchanges@ucd.ie "Go to '<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">incoming.exchanges@ucd.ie</span>' page") (students outside of Europe).
### What can I study at UCD?
Your access to different subjects at UCD depends on the Erasmus+/Exchange agreement your home university has with UCD. **Please confirm if the subject you wish to study is covered by the agreement with your home university before looking at individual modules.**
#### **Modules and Credits**
Places in modules at UCD are not guaranteed. Moreover, there are certain restrictions on specific subject areas (such as Health and Agricultural Sciences, Education, Psychology, Business, Law, English Literature, History and Master level classes) as well as certain types of modules (e.g. some research and internship modules). For further information, consult our [UCD Module Information guide for incoming Erasmus and non-EU Exchange students 2026/27.](https://www.ucd.ie/global/t4media/UCD Module Information Guide 2026-27.pdf "Go to 'UCD Module Information guide for incoming Erasmus and non-EU Exchange students 2026/27.' page")
Make sure to work alongside your home university when researching modules to ensure that you can receive credits for your module choices from your home university. Additionally, please have a back-up option for each module on your ideal list in case a module is not available.
To research modules at UCD, make a start by visiting our [Module Search page](https://hub.ucd.ie/usis/!W_HU_MENU.P_PUBLISH?p_tag=MODULESCURRENT "Go to '<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Module Search page</span>' page").
#### **School of Law and Quinn School of Business**
For more information on the Quinn School of Business and Sutherland School of Law exchange programmes, please visit:
- [UCD Sutherland School of Law | Exchanges](https://www.ucd.ie/law/study/exchange/ "Go to '<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">UCD Sutherland School of Law | Exchanges</span>' page")
- [UCD Lochlann Quinn School of Business | Exchange](http://www.ucd.ie/quinn/internationalstudents/erasmusnoneuexchange/curriculum/ "Go to '<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">UCD Lochlann Quinn School of Business | Exchange</span>' page")
#### UCD Centre for English, Global Languages and Irish Studies
All incoming exchange students are eligible for credit bearing modules from [the UCD Centre for English and Global Languages](https://www.ucd.ie/alc/ "Go to '<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">the UCD Centre for English and Global Languages</span>' page"). Additionally, UCD offers a number of Irish Studies modules that are directed at international students and are popular amongst our incoming exchange students from all study backgrounds.
### Where will I live during my exchange?
Accommodation on campus is administered by [UCD Residences](https://www.ucd.ie/residences/ "Go to '<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">UCD Residences</span>' page") and students who meet the nomination and application deadlines get a chance to apply.
Students who do not secure a room on campus, or who simply prefer to live off-campus, you can visit our [off-campus accommodation page](https://www.ucd.ie/global/study-at-ucd/accommodation/offcampusaccommodation/ "Go to 'off-campus accommodation page' page") for advice.
### When should I arrive?
Please contact UCD Global directly to confirm your expected arrival date on campus. [Orientation](https://www.ucd.ie/global/offerholders/orientation/ "Go to '<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Orientation</span>' page") will take place one week before classes start, in September (for the Autumn trimester) and in January (for the Spring trimester).
While Orientation events are not mandatory, they are highly recommended! You must prioritise events from the Erasmus+ and Non-EU Exchange students Orientation schedule. If there are academic advisories planned for your specific cohort, you must also attend these.
### How can I make the most of my time at UCD?
Get involved in campus life by joining clubs and societies!
- [UCD Societies](https://ucdsocieties.ie/ "Go to 'UCD Societies' page") are student-centred organisations where you can explore your interests or develop new ones.
- [ESN UCD](https://www.esnireland.ie/?q=UCD "Go to 'ESN UCD' page") is a society aimed at Exchange, International, Erasmus & Study Abroad students at UCD.
- The [UCD International Students Society (ISS)](https://ucdsocieties.ie/iss/ "Go to 'UCD International Students Society (ISS)' page") is a cultural society that offers social gatherings, parties, nights out, and day and overnight trips throughout the year.
- Whether you want to try out a new sport or continue training in a sport you are already familiar with, [UCD Sports Clubs](https://www.ucd.ie/sport/clubs/getinvolvedinsportsclubs/ "Go to 'UCD Sports Clubs' page") are a great way to get active.
- Visit the Global Guides and attend events at the [UCD Global Lounge](https://www.ucd.ie/global/currentstudents/ucdgloballounge/ "Go to 'UCD Global Lounge' page").
#### Things to Do
For information on what’s going on in Dublin we recommend visiting [Lovin Dublin](https://lovindublin.com/ "Go to 'Lovin Dublin' page") and [Alternative Dublin Events](https://www.alternativedublincity.com/ "Go to 'Alternative Dublin Events' page").
[The Irish Road Trip](https://www.theirishroadtrip.com/ "Go to 'The Irish Road Trip' page") is an excellent resource for information and tips when planning your trips within Ireland.
### How do I get around Dublin?
#### **Travel**
When you move to Dublin, we encourage you to purchase a [TFI Young Adult/Student Leap Card,](https://about.leapcard.ie/young-adult-and-student-card-launch "Go to 'TFI Young Adult/Student Leap Card,' page") so you can use the different public transport options at a discounted price.
To learn more about travelling around the island of Ireland by train, you can visit [Irish Rail](https://www.irishrail.ie/ "Go to 'Irish Rail' page").
[Transport Ireland](https://www.transportforireland.ie/ "Go to 'Transport Ireland' page") is an excellent website to explore your transport options.
### What support services are available to me?
If you encounter any difficulties, please visit this overview for [all available Student Supports](https://www.ucd.ie/studentcentre/services/studentsupport/ "Go to '<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">all available Student Supports</span>' page"). Should you require medical, psychological or psychiatric supports, please consult the UCD Student Health Service, a dedicated unit who provide on-campus medical care for registered students of the university: [UCD Student Health Service](https://www.ucd.ie/stuhealth/ "Go to '<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">UCD Student Health Service</span>' page").
Remember, you are always welcome to come by the [Global Lounge](https://www.ucd.ie/global/currentstudents/ucdgloballounge/ "Go to 'Global Lounge' page") and talk to a member of the team if you have any issues.
## Testimonials
"My best experience at UCD has been participating in the various student societies and clubs. These activities have allowed me to meet people from all over the world, build lasting friendships, and develop skills outside the classroom. One memorable experience was joining the UCD International Student Society where I had the opportunity to work on projects with students from diverse backgrounds and learn about different business practices. Additionally, exploring Dublin and other parts of Ireland, with its breathtaking scenery and rich history, has been incredibly enriching"
**Hellen, Non-EU Exchange Student from Malaysia**
"My top tip for exchange students coming to UCD is to get involved in campus life as much as possible. Join clubs and societies that interest you, attend events, and don't hesitate to step out of your comfort zone. This will help you make friends, build a support network, and make the most of your time in Ireland. Also, take the time to explore Dublin and the rest of Ireland; there's so much to see and experience. Lastly, stay organized and seek help if you need it—UCD has excellent support services for international students, so make sure to use them if you ever feel overwhelmed."
**Anonymous, Exchange Student**
## Contact UCD Global
UCD Global, Gerard Manley Hopkins Centre (UCD International Office), Belfield, Dublin 4.
T: [+353 1 716 8500](tel:+353 1 716 8500) | [Location Map](https://maps.app.goo.gl/gWX6DrTCTAsF1d2cA "Go to 'Location Map' page")