Discover Trinity Everything You Need to Know to Apply

www.tcd.ie/study Contents 04 Think Trinity? 06 A University for all Students 07 Location

08 Student Life at Trinity 09 Your First Year in Trinity 09 Student Entertainment 11 Student Societies and Publications 12 Trinity Sport 13 Accommodation 14 A Global Campus 15 Places to Eat and Relax 15 An Ghaeilge/The Irish Language

16 Your Learning Supports 16 Supporting your Transition from High School 16 A World-Class Library 17 IT Services 17 Optional Courses

18 Study, Research or Volunteer Abroad

19 Your Support Network 19 Personal Tutor 19 Student Mentors 20 Students’ Union Supports 20 Student Counseling Service 20 Health Service 20 Academic Registry 20 Disability Service 20 Chaplaincy

21 The Trinity Education

22 Starting your Career

24 US Undergraduate Applicant Guide 25 Undergraduate Courses 26 Application Process 27 Undergraduate Selectivity 28 Columbia Dual BA Program 29 Joint Honors Degree 29 Top 10 Courses 30 Support for International Students 31 Top 10 Questions 32 Cost to Attend 33 US Open Days 2019 34 Student Profiles

36 US Postgraduate Applicant Guide 37 Postgraduate Courses 38 Application Process 40 Postgraduate Research 41 Cost to Attend 42 Student Testimonials 2 WELCOME TO TRINITY TO WELCOME 2018-2019 Term Dates

27 - 31 August 2018 Postgraduate Orientation Week 3 - 7 September 2018 Freshers’ Week (Orientation) 10 September 2018 Michaelmas Term teaching begins 22 October 2018 Reading Week begins 26 October 2018 Reading Week ends 14 December 2018 Michaelmas Term ends

21 January 2019 Hilary Term teaching begins 4 March 2019 Reading Week begins 8 March 2019 Reading Week ends 12 April 2019 Hilary Term teaching ends 15 April 2019 Revision/examination prep period begins 22 April 2019 Trinity Term begins. Examinations begin 24 May 2019 Examinations end (flights home should not be booked until exam dates are set) 31 May 2019 Trinity Term ends 3 June 2019 Summer Session begins 23 August 2019 Summer Session ends

YOUR UNIVERSITY YOUR EXPERIENCE 3 Think Trinity?

▶▶ Trinity is 1st in Europe for producing The Trinity Education entrepreneurs (PitchBook Universities Diversity of the Trinity Report 2017/2018). Community ▶▶ Trinity offers a world class educational experience, both in and beyond the ▶▶ Trinity backs entrepreneurial students ▶▶ Trinity is home to a diverse and classroom. Our curriculum is inspired through programs such as LaunchBox multicultural community. We are by research that takes place across the (see page 23), supporting them to start proud to welcome students from all University. Our students are an integral new businesses and social enterprises. backgrounds and places. Trinity has part of our community of scholars students from every county on the island who work together to explore major What do our Students Say? of Ireland, with nearly half coming from questions in their areas of study. At the outside of Dublin, while our international undergraduate level, Trinity’s degree To hear what our students have to say students represent over 120 different programmes will enable you to cover a about their experiences, visit the links nationalities. broad range of core subjects in the first below: two years, and then allow you to focus in-depth on the areas that interest you Undergraduates Student Supports most, in the final two years. You will also www.tcd.ie/study/undergraduate/students- have the opportunity to complete an ▶▶ Trinity has a fantastic network of say/index.php individual research project during your student supports to ensure all our studies. Postgraduates students can get the most out of their time with us. These include a ▶▶ Many of our courses provide www.tcd.ie/study/postgraduate/students- personal tutor for each student, a wide opportunities to study abroad at some of say/index.php range of learning supports to aid your the top universities around the world. transition to university, peer support ▶▶ Trinity College Dublin has been named a Employability and student mentors, and an excellent Best Regional College by The Princeton Careers Advisory Service to help you Review 2019. ▶▶ Trinity is the only Irish university to find employment before and after you feature in the 2017 Times Higher graduate. Education Global Employability Student Life @ Trinity University Ranking. Alumni ▶▶ Trinity offers students an unparalleled ▶▶ 95% of our undergraduate class of 2016 ▶▶ Some of the most famous people in experience. There are 120 societies and are either in employment or further Irish history have been educated here: 48 sports clubs waiting for you to join study. writers like Oscar Wilde and Samuel them in Front Square during Freshers’ Beckett; scientists like William Rowan Week, along with course specific social Location Hamilton and E.T.S. Walton, who won events for you to get to know your the Nobel Prize for splitting the atom, new classmates, not to mention the ▶▶ Trinity is situated in the heart of Dublin as well as presidents Mary Robinson legendary Trinity Ball. city, at the centre of Ireland’s transport and Mary McAleese, and many industry hub, on a beautiful campus with a leaders and entrepreneurs. Most recently, International Reputation wonderful mix of modern and historic William Campbell, who studied Zoology facilities, including the country’s largest at Trinity, won the Nobel Prize for ▶▶ Trinity has a longstanding reputation research library. Medicine in 2015. for excellence in teaching and research. We are Ireland’s top ranked university ▶▶ Our Alumni Career Network provides and ranked 104th in the world (QS World support long after you have left Trinity – Rankings 2019). allowing graduates to connect directly with other alumni around the world, to ▶▶ Trinity is Ireland’s most international benefit from their experience and receive university, ranked 27th in the world by career advice. the Times Higher Education ‘100 Most International Universities in the World’ 2018.

Listen to what our staff, students and alumni have to say at: http://bit.ly/DiscoverTCD 4 Ranked as Ireland’s 26 % Leading University 27of the student body QS World University Rankings 2019 are from outside of Ireland, from more than 120 countries 300+ Europe and worldwide student exchange agreements

Ireland is ranked in 1592 the Top Ten safest Year in which countries in the world Top Trinity was 10 Global Peace Index 2018 founded

95% of 2016 graduates 39% in employment or international further study Trinity academic staff Key Facts

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Trinity and Publications Students’ Union, the Trinity Publications we’re missing out on coverage in any a diverse and easily accessible plays host to the world-famous Trinity Ball. Student life in Trinity is extremely diverse committee and 48 sports clubs all vying for particular area. entertainment scene. Trinity is also home to a number of its very The biggest private party in Europe sees own museums including the Zoological and exciting, mainly due to the daily members. There are numerous events daily Contributors are regular award winners more than 7,000 students donning ball Museum, Weingreen Museum and the assortment of events and activities throughout the week and it does not let up at the National Student Media Awards gowns and tuxedos for Trinity’s very own Geological Museum. organized by students for students. during term time. Never fear if you don’t music festival. Marquees and stages are set Theaters, Galleries and make it during this week – societies are and many of our alumni have had very up across campus, with festivities kicking Museums in Trinity We have 120 student societies which open to new members throughout the year. successful careers including author and off at 10PM and acts playing until 5AM. And constitute the most dynamic and active set journalist Mark Little; Peter Murtagh the good news? As a Trinity student you can Trinity contains four theaters (including the Students’ Union of university student societies in Ireland. FindFind outout moremore at:at: www.trinitysocieties.ie (reporter, The Irish Times) and Eoin McVey Samuel Beckett and Players’ Theaters) We cover a multitude of interests from the (managing editor, The Irish Times ); Paul get your hands on two coveted tickets! In As a Trinity student the Students’ Union is which showcase the work of students taking Animation Society to the Zoological Society McGuinness (former manager of U2) and Ed recent years the Ball has been played by the your union, run for students by students. drama and professional acting courses, as and we are home to the world’s oldest Mulhall (former Managing Director of News at likes of Bastille, Imagine Dragons, Basement It represents you at college level, it looks Trinity Publications well as performances directed and student societies, the ‘Hist’ or Historical RTE and former Financial Times editor ). Jaxx, The Streets, Example, Jessie J, Rizzle after your needs, and fights for your student Kicks, Friendly Fires, Ellie Goulding, Charlie designed by some of Ireland’s leading Society founded in 1770 and the ‘Phil’ which Trinity students produce the widest rights. Students can get involved with the Find out more at:at www.trinitypublications.iewww.trinitypublications.ie XCX, The Kooks, All Tvvins, Duke Dumont theatre practitioners. These theaters is the oldest debating society in the world range of student publications of any third Union right from the moment they arrive in and:and www.trinitynews.iewww.trinitynews.ie showcase performances during the Dublin founded in 1683 and whose guests have level institution in Ireland. Our current and Years & Years. The Trinity Ball is the Trinity whether that’s becoming a Class Rep, Theatre Festival, the Dublin Fringe Festival included everyone from Amy Poehler to publications include Trinity News; The highlight of the year for many students. getting involved with SU Council or even Additionally, Trinity is home to the University as well as performances by leading dance International Space Station commander Bull, Ireland’s only student financial paper; running to become a sabbatical officer. Times, whose website and theatre companies from Ireland and Chris Hadfield. Icarus, Trinity’s literary journal and www.universitytimes.ie is one of Ireland’s Ireland’s oldest Arts publication; The www.universitytimes.ie is one of Ireland’s abroad. leading student news websites. The Pav Trinity is home to Ireland’s only entirely Piranha, a satirical newspaper; TCD student run orchestra, which regularly plays The Pavillion Bar, affectionately known as Also, make sure to visit the free, cutting- Miscellany, Ireland’s oldest student Find out more about Trinity’s student societies edge exhibitions and events at the Science music festivals such as Electric Picnic and publication and Trinity Film Review. the Pav is located at the heart of Trinity, at: www.trinitysocieties.ie Forbidden Fruit as well as DU Players which www.trinitysocieties.ie overlooking College Park. There really is Gallery on the Trinity campus. Find out are the most active theatre group in Ireland. nothing better than sitting out on the grass more at: www.sciencegallery.com You can try your hand at everything from with your friends when the sun is shining gaming to volunteering, get involved at all and the Pav provides a place for you to Student Profile | Caroline Holland, Law Student, USA Student Profile | Éanna Drury, Law, Ireland levels with running a radio station or write, chill out and get away from the city even "If I had one piece of advice to give to a student starting in Trinity it would “Coming to Trinity was the best decision I ever made. I never thought my time at direct and star in your own film or TV show, when it’s all around you. It is the social hub be Get Involved! There is no better way to meet new people or to feel like Trinity would go so quickly, be as enjoyable or introduce me to so many life-long learn a new language or brush up on your of the University and offers a home to live part of the Trinity community. The clubs, societies, and sports teams are friends, but my involvement in societies ensured that it did. Every conceivable photography or DJ skills. Why not take part music, big screens for sports, and even just fantastic and the events they host are attended by all. In the past few interest is catered for and the buzz on campus that societies generate is in a fashion show or show off your musical a meeting place before the night continues months for example, LawSoc has hosted Sarah Rafferty, Donna in Suits, the indescribable. I can’t imagine studying anywhere else!” talents at an open mic night? on to one of the many music venues and Phil has hosted Tim Cook, CEO of Apple, and Snow Sports took a trip to Les nightclubs located on the Trinity’s doorstep. Arcs, France. Of course, the highlight of the year is Trinity Ball!"

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Sporting life in Trinity kicks off in Freshers’ Week when all students are encouraged to join some of the 48 official sports clubs currently on offer at Trinity, including:

Trinity Sport has a proud history of Trinity currently has 4 USA Victory Scholars This year our students represented Trinity Kavanagh Court supporting talented sports students studying at Trinity, via the Sport Changes on national and international stages, Trinity-Approved Accommodation during their time at Ireland’s premier Life foundation, in addition to 3 USA Eagles including European U21 Laser Radial sailing university. The focus of the Sports Scholars on the Trinity Rugby team. champion Aoife Hopkins and Ireland U20s Scholarship Program is on the support rugby players Jack Dunne and Michael services required by each individual What you can expect from a sports Silvester. There were high-profile wins for student, to develop their sporting talent, scholarship: Association Football men's team, who won skill and standard. Financial Assistance freshers' competition the Harding Cup for the first time in over 20 years. Elsewhere Nutritional workshops Each year Trinity is proud to offer sports women's volleyball earned promotion to the scholarships to US students who Sports medical care program premier national league, men's rowing won demonstrate outstanding ability in their Sports physiology testing the Wylie Cup at University Championships, named sport and an ability to compete at Sports psychology workshops and it looks like an exciting year ahead for National or International level. the women's basketball in college. Trinity Access to performance coaching have combined with Meteors for the Trinity currently has 65 sports scholars in Strength & conditioning program 2018-2019 season to jointly field a team in a variety of sports, from soccer and Support to liaise with academic tutors Division 1 of the National League. athletics, to swimming and basketball. Sport Scholarship kit 12 For more information see www.tcd.ie/sportwww.tcd.ie/sport

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Sporting life in Trinity kicks off in Freshers’ Week when all students are encouraged to join some of the 48 official sports clubs currently on offer at Trinity, including:

Aikido, American F.C., Badminton, Basketball, Boat, Boxing, Camogie, Climbing, Cricket, Croquet, Cycling, Equestrian, Fencing, Gaelic Football, Golf, Handball, Harriers, Hockey, Hurling, Judo, Karate, Kayak, Lawn Tennis, Netball, GoldsmithGoldsmith Hall Hall Orienteers, Rifle, Rugby, Sailing, Snow TrinityTrinity Accommodation Accommodation Sports, Soccer, Squash, Sub Aqua, Surfing and Bodyboarding, Swimming, Table Tennis, Tae Kwon Do, Trampoline, Ultimate Frisbee, Triathlon, Volleyball, Windsurfing. TheTrinityTrinity currency HallHall in Ireland is the Euro (€). The KavanaghOtherOther OptionsOptions Court forfor FirstFirst YearYear Our qualified staff are available to offer help Students estimatedRoomsRooms are are cost arranged arranged of living in in self-catering forself-catering one academic Students Trinity Sport and guidance. 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DUISS was founded in 1984 to promote and Relax Irish Language Tá rud éigin ann do gach leibhéal cumais, DUISScommunication was founded between in 1984 the to Irishpromote students Trinity offers a rich and varied program of cibé más cainteoir líofa nó tosaitheoir tú. communication between the Irish students of Trinity and those coming from abroad Restaurants and Coffee events, learning and social opportunities in ofand Trinity now andhas overthose 500 coming members. from abroadEvents the Irish language. There is something for Cuireann Coláiste na Tríonóide ranganna andinclude now social has over nights, 500 talksmembers. and Events Shops on Campus all levels of ability, whether you are fluent Gaeilge, ó bhunleibhéil go hardleibhéil, ar includepresentations, social nights, film screenings, talks and day trips or a beginner. fáil saor in aisce do mhic léinn. Cuireann an Students can choose from a wide range of presentations,and weekends filmaway. screenings, day trips Scéim Chónaithe lóistín agus deontais ar and weekends away. restaurants and coffee shops on campus Trinity offers free Irish classes, from fáil do mhic léinn le Gaeilge atá ag iarraidh Average events per week: 3 to suit all tastes and budgets, including: beginners to advanced levels, to all cónaí le cainteoirí Gaeilge eile agus an Average events per week: 3 students. Our Irish Language Residency Ghaeilge a chur chun cinn sa Choláiste. Day trips per year: 30 The modern Buttery Food Court with Schemes provide accommodation and a Day trips per year: 30 a hot food counter, deli counter, and Weekends away per year: 5 small grant to Irish-speaking students who Is cumann mac léinn mór é An Cumann gourmet coffee shop. Weekends away per year: 5 wish to live with other Irish speakers and Gaelach (www.cumann.ie),) a bhfuil roinnt Recent destinations: mhaith gradam buaite aige agus a mbíonn Recent destinations: The Old Dining Hall, where lunch is promote the language. debate global politics and strengthen Killarney, Cork, Galway, Belfast, Kilkenny clár leathan imeachtaí ar siúl aige i gcónaí. Killarney, Cork, Galway, Belfast, Kilkenny enjoyed in traditional splendor, but with Trinity Global Room debatecultural global exchange politics. Trinity and societies strengthen and An Cumann Gaelach (www.cumann.ie) is a Cuireann a imeachtaí neart deiseanna ar This is only one of the many international a student budget in mind. Trinity Global Room culturalclubs with exchange international. Trinity themes societies include: and large, multi-award-winning student society fáil cairde nua a dhéanamh. Is spás sóisialta Thissocieties is only on one campus. of the many international Opened in 2013, the Trinity Global Room clubs with international themes include: The Pavilion Bar serving hot food all day, with a wide-ranging program of events. Its compordach i gcroílár an champais é Opened in 2013, the Trinity Global Room societies on campus. is a unique social and event space that Afro-Caribbean Society, American Football for breakfast lunch and dinner. events provide many opportunities to Seomra na Gaeilge, ina mbíonn mic léinn ag is a unique social and event space that Afro-Caribbean Society, American Football has quickly become a hub of international Club, Arabesque Society, Caledonian make new friends. Seomra na Gaeilge- the comhrá le chéile trí Ghaeilge. has quickly become a hub of international Club, Arabesque Society, Caledonian Coffee shops in the Arts Building, activity on campus. It features a multi- Society, Capoeira Society, Chinese Society, Irish Language Room - is a comfortable activity on campus. It features a multi- Society, Capoeira Society, Chinese Society, the Hamilton Building and Áras an Le haghaidh tuilleadh eolais: purpose layout, 12 large-screen televisions Cumann Gaelach, Europa Society, French social space in the heart of the campus, Le haghaidh tuilleadh eolais: www.tcd.ie/ purpose layout, 12 large-screen televisions PhiarsaighPhiarsaigh see:See: www.tcd.ie/catering www.tcd.ie/catering or or with over 300 international channels, a full- CumannSociety, GermanicGaelach, Europa Society, Society, Indian Society,French gaeloifig follow us on Facebook or Twitter (@ where students can chat together in Irish. withtime over Student 300 Supportinternational Officer channels, and a staff a full-of Society,International Germanic Student Society, Society, Indian Italian Society, TCDbites) for further details and special timestudent Student ambassadors. 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Trinity is an exciting place, full of opportunities to learn, make friends, and Student Mentors experience new things. While Trinity delivers You will meet your Student 2 Student (S2S) world class courses, it is not just about your mentors during Freshers’ Week and they academic development: we also want will make sure that you know other people Trinity to be a place where you can develop in your course before your classes even socially, morally, culturally and personally. start. They will also show you around the campus and how to use the library. Your But with so much going on, we know that mentors will keep in regular touch with you you might need a helping hand every now throughout your first year and invite you to and then. So, from the first day, you will get events on and off campus. They will also give a personal tutor and a student mentor to you useful information about your course and make sure you will always have someone what to look out for. In addition, there are to explain things to you, to advise you, or specific programs for mature and just listen. We also have a range of specific international students. supports and services to help you in your academic and personal lives. These include: Personal Tutor S2S mentors are students, just like you, so you never have to worry about asking Student Learning Development In your first week in Trinity you will be them a question or talking to them about assigned a personal tutor (a member of our Student Counseling anything that’s worrying you. academic staff). Your personal tutor will Student Health then be available throughout your time in S2S also offers Peer Supporters, a team Trinity to offer help and advice on topics Tutor Service of students who are specially trained to such as: listen confidentially to another student. Careers Advisory Service No problem is ever too big or too small. Changing course, exam results, appeals, Disability Service taking a year out S2S is supported by the Senior Tutor’s Chaplaincy Financial difficulties Office and the Student Counseling Service. Day Nursery Family and personal problems. Find out more: www.studestudent2student.tcd.ient2student.tcd.ie We also have specific support programs for Essentially, your tutor will help with international students, mature students anything that gets in the way of you and students from socially or economically achieving your full potential. They will act As a student in first year, I had two brilliant S2S disadvantaged backgrounds. on your behalf where necessary, and help mentors who gave us helpful you contact other student support services There is always someone to listen and help. advice and showed us the should you need them. Find out more at: We want to make sure that Trinity is a place “ ropes which definitely made www.tcd.ie/seniortutorwww.tcd.ie/Senior_Tutor where you are given the best chance to it easier to settle in! reach your goals. Looking forward to seeing you in Trinity. Prof. Kevin O’Kelly, Dean of Students Dr Aidan Seery, Senior Tutor I found that my S2S mentors really helped me in understanding my coursework and in “ my transition to Trinity.

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Service By Numbers “As a significant employer of Trinity Over 400 student entrepreneurs graduates, we believe Trinity students registered in our first three months Appointments available for 1,518 develop and demonstrate the key skills and of operation – with more registering Starting Your Career guidance, CV review and commercial awareness required to progress every day! practice interviews. in Deloitte, such as problem solving ability, Over 80 student startups registered Students book to attend class 3,000+ analytical skills, communication skills and with Blackstone LaunchPad at Trinity sessions and training seminars. commercial awareness. The quality and 1,600+ Students attend specialist or breadth of experience students receive 3 or more events per week during sector specific careers fairs while at University positions them very well term-time on campus and elsewhere in to succeed.” Deloitte Dublin. Over 15 student companies have progressed on to receive early stage 3,100+ Graduate as well as work funding to move their idea forward Your Career Journey at Trinity experience and internship Start Your Own Business/ vacancies advertised. Over 500 free coffees distributed to First Year Second Year Third Year Fourth Year Social Enterprise our students! Join clubs & societies or take Check out summer work Apply for work experience and Key decisions in relation to Trinity’s Careers Advisory Service Trinity is committed to empowering our LaunchPad is also the first step towards advantage of volunteering options in Ireland or overseas internship opportunities this future direction. students, enabling them to set up their own Trinity's successful LaunchBox program. opportunities to develop skills. (J1 visas). summer. has been rated in the top 2 in Europe in 2015 for support for international companies, realize their potential inside and Make use of Student Learning Put yourself forward for Join the GradLink Apply for jobs, further study students. outside of the lecture theatre, and become Development to perfect positions of responsibility in mentoring program. programs or time out options Source: International Student Barometer entrepreneurially-minded graduates. We study and exam techniques. your clubs or societies. as appropriate. are the number one university outside LaunchBox Through your studies and extra-curricular of the US when it comes to producing The LaunchBox program is a three-month Learn extra skills – computing, Check out short (1 week) work Explore future career options If you have an idea for a new activities at Trinity you will develop the entrpreneurs. (Pitchbook Universities Report languages etc. experience opportunities. and whether postgraduate business this could be the time ‘accelerator’ program for student-run workplace skills required by employers. study will be necessary. to try it out. 16-17) A Trinity education has innovation companies. This means that student and entrepreneurship as a centrepiece, and businesses who apply to LaunchBox and WORKPLACE ATTRIBUTES Companies recruiting at Trinity recognize defines entrepreneurship broadly to include are successful are given an intensive three Ireland is a hub for international employers scientific, technological, commercial, social, the difference that talented graduates can Communication (written and oral) months to progress their business idea. make and employer events on campus creative, and cultural enterprises and It is run during the summer and offers cover the full range of opportunities from Over 1000 international companies Ability to apply professional/technical ventures. A dedicated team of full-time staff student entrepreneurs the chance to receive commercial to not-for-profit. knowledge in the workplace and part-time student helpers is on campus funding, expert coaching and mentorship, Forbes ranks Ireland as the 8th best country in the world all year to help students who are interested as well as office space to run their own Working effectively with others for business in finding out more about setting up their businesses. Trinity College Dublin is the only Trinity College Dublin is the only own companies, and exploring innovation university in Ireland to appear in Entrepreneurial Skills university in Ireland to appear in and enterprise. Throughout the academic year, LaunchBox the Global University Employability 9 out of 10 of the world’s leading Pharma companies the Global University Employability Business acumen/awareness and LaunchPad work closely together to RaRankings,nkings, w whichhich r ranksanks tthehe world’sworld's support students to create their startup. totopp 1 51500 u nuniversitiesiversities iinn ttermserms ofof 13 of the world's top 15 Medical Technologies companies Source: IBEC The strongest business and ideas that grgraduateaduate e employability.mployability. Blackstone emerge are funneled into LaunchBox, with Source:Source: Emerging/TrendenceEmer Timesging/Trendenc Higher Education Global The support we offer will not completely University Employability Rankings 2017 All 10 global internet-based companies up to €10,000 invested in each successful end when you graduate. You will receive LaunchPad company. continued access to a number of our 60%50% of of alumni alumni are are based based in in Ireland. ireland. 9 out of 10 of the world’s leading ICT corporations Blackstone LaunchPad at Trinity is a services and to the unique supports that 38%38% have have over over 10 10 years’ years experience, free entrepreneurship program open Several of our LaunchBox companies are with 18% classified as Director, VP, we provide. to all Trinity students. LaunchPad’s still doing business now, including Food with 18% classified as Director, VP, 7th largest provider of wholesale Financial Services in the EU OwnerOwner or or Partner. Partner. mission is to introduce Trinity students to Cloud, SiteSpy, Blazer and Bachelor’s Box! 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LaunchPad also 4 years supporting student businesses 1% not available for employment or study (taking time out, travelling etc.). insight into the jobs market. ▶▶ ▶ ▶ ManyMany employers employers recruit recruit graduates graduates from from any any discipline discipline so so course course choice choice will will not not runs events with speakers and industry necessarilynecessarily hinder hinder future future career career plans. plans. Countless late nights and cups of coffee! Many employers recruit graduates from any discipline so course choice will not Their advice on how to get your experts every week that are open to all necessarily hinder future career plans. foot in the door of the industry students. The LaunchPad space is based in was extremely helpful. the Berkeley Library in the heart of Trinity’s campus. The workshops gave me the confidence to reflect on my own skills. I feel more confident for life after University.

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Undergraduate students choose from over 400 full-time four-year courses, covering all disciplines. These include flexible Academic Registry subject combinations in three faculties: Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences; Trinity’s Academic Registry will provide Engineering, Mathematics and Science; and assistance throughout the admissions Health Sciences. The range of offerings at process. Trinity allows students to focus on the areas that interest them most. A full list of courses From the point of submitting your is available at : undergraduate application, through to www.tcd.ie/courses acceptance, tuition fee payment and student registration, Academic Registry For students with multiple academic will provide a range of administrative interests, a Joint Honors degree program is supports. The Academic Registry Team available. A listing of possible combinations can assist with general or application can be seen at www.tcd.ie/courses and also queries which can be logged through on page 29. the ASK AR button via the home page of my.tcd.ie or calling us on +353 (1) 896 Trinity aims to provide the broadest 4500. If you are not a current applicant possible education and encourages its you can also email us at: students to develop their critical thinking [email protected] by taking an Elective outside their main www.tcd.ie/academicregistry disciplines. Trinity Electives are available to students from all disciplines across the University, taken during their Senior Fresh or Junior Sophister years. Programs will release sufficient credit from the program to enable students to select their Trinity Elective modules. The suite of Trinity Electives will link to the University’s current strategic research themes, broaden student knowledge of key societal challenges or cover languages and cultures. Discover more at www.tcd.ie/TEP/trinity_electives. php.

Trinity also provides the Understanding Ireland Smart Start Program, which offers international students a fantastic foundation for settling into their time at Trinity. The week-long program is unique in providing both an orientation to life in Trinity and an academic introduction to understanding Irish culture—all before normal teaching begins. To read more about the program, please see www.tcd.ie/study/international/pre-sesson- programmes/

Students apply directly to their chosen course from the course listing page at: www.tcd.ie/courses

A full range of information for undergraduate applicants is available at: www.tcd.ie/study/apply

24 Courses Available For more information, visit www.tcd.ie/courses

Spanish (Joint Honors) Genetics Arts, Humanities Modern Languages plus another subject Human Genetics & Social Sciences Music Immunology Music (Joint Honors) Microbiology Global Business Music Education Molecular Medicine Business, Economic and Social Studies Philosophy (B.E.S.S.) Neuroscience Philosophy (Joint Honors) Business Studies and a Language (French, Physiology Philosophy, Political Science, Economics German, Russian, Polish or Spanish) Zoology and Sociology (P.P.E.S.) Business: Computer Science and Business Political Science Chemical Sciences Classics: Ancient History and Archaeology Political Science and Geography Degree options: Classics: Ancient History and Archaeology Psychology Chemistry (Joint Honors) Religion Chemistry with Molecular Modelling Classics: Classical Civilization (Joint Honors) Religion (Joint Honors) Medicinal Chemistry Classics: Classical Languages (Joint Honors) Social Studies (Social Work) Nanoscience Clinical Speech and Language Studies Sociology (Joint Honors) Geography and Geoscience Computer Science and Language Sociology and Social Policy Deaf Studies Degree options: Dual BA Program Drama and Theatre Studies Geography Trinity College Dublin, the University of Geoscience Drama Studies (Joint Honors) Dublin and Columbia University Drama: Bachelor in Acting (The Lir) Physical Sciences Drama: Diploma in Acting and Computer Science, Degree options: Theatre (The Lir) Physics Drama: Bachelor in Stage Management and Engineering, Physics with Astrophysics Technical Theatre (The Lir) Science & Nanoscience Economics (Joint Honors) Mathematics English Studies Mathematics Theoretical Physics English Literature (Joint Honors) Computer Science European Studies Computer Science Health Sciences Film Studies (Joint Honors) Computer Science and Business Clinical Speech and Language Studies Geography (Joint Honors) Computer Science and Language Dentistry History Management Science and Information Dental Hygiene History (Joint Honors) Systems Studies (M.S.I.S.S.) History: Ancient and Medieval History Dental Nursing and Culture Engineering Dental Science History and Political Science Engineering (common entry), with Dental Technology specialisations in: History of Art and Architecture (Joint Honors) Dental: Orthodontic Therapy Biomedical Engineering Law Human Health and Disease Law and a Language (French/German) Civil, Structural and Environmental Human Nutrition and Dietetics Engineering Law and Business Medicine Computer Engineering Law and Political Science Nursing Electronic Engineering Mathematics (Joint Honors) General Nursing Electronic and Computer Engineering Middle Eastern and European Languages General Nursing (Adelaide) and Cultures Mechanical and Manufacturing Mental Health Nursing Middle Eastern, Jewish and Islamic Engineering Intellectual Disability Nursing Civilisations Engineering with Management Modern Languages: Integrated Children’s and General Nursing Science and Mathematics French (Joint Honors) Midwifery Biological and Biomedical Sciences Occupational Therapy German (Joint Honors) Degree options: Pharmacy Irish (Joint Honors) Biochemistry Physiotherapy Italian (Joint Honors) 25 Botany Radiation Therapy Russian (Joint Honors) Environmental Sciences Application Guide for US Undergraduate Students

Key Dates for Entry September 2019 ▶▶ Application Portal opens in the first week of October 2018 ▶▶ Apply by February 1st 2019 to ensure you receive a decision by April 1st 2019 ▶▶ Accept offer by May 1st 2019 Continued rolling admissions continue throughout June 2019.

Trinity is part of Naviance

Trinity does not use the Common App or UCAS

Trinity does not offer Application Requirements High School Transcript early decision/action

Standardized Test Scores Minimum GPA: Minimum scores for consideration 3.3 on 4.0 unweighted scale Application Process (B+ average) 1. Find your course at: www.tcd.ie/courses New SAT: 1290* Specific Class Requirements: 2. Follow link for “Non-EU Applicants” English, Mathematics, a second language ▶▶ Min. 500 in: and three further subjects – Evidence-based Reading and Writing IB Diploma Requirements – Math Some courses have subject requirements, ▶▶ No essay required for example: 3 subjects at grade 5 Higher Level and ▶▶ Engineering: maths for four years 3 subjects at grade 4 Standard Level, Old SAT: 1800* including English, mathematics and a *No superscoring ▶▶ Science courses: two different sciences in 3rd and 4th years language. A minimum score of 1300 on any two of the Critical Reading, Math and Writing sections Your predictive grades are used to make Upload a transcript with your application. and no score less than 500 in each subject. conditional offers. Full examination results are reviewed in July for a final decision Trinity reviews your high school’s grading based on the conditions of your offer. OR model and looks for a positive trajectory ACT: 28/29 in your grades. Because you are applying Cumulative, without writing to a specific course, the Admissions team Personal Statement also looks to see if you have taken all of the Subject test and AP scores are not 500 words on why you are considering mandatory. courses available at your school in your chosen subject area. Your final transcript Trinity and the specific course you have must be sent by your school at the end of chosen, how you see yourself contributing NOTE: Some courses require higher scores. your 4th year. to the Trinity community and what you see For example, STEM applicants should show yourself doing with your degree. higher scores in math/science. Although not required, AP results in relevant subjects are reviewed. References Provide email addresses for one counselor NOTE: Self-report test scores and have and one teacher and make sure your scores sent to Trinity (SAT: 2494/ACT: 5230) referees know to expect a direct email request from Trinity. 26 Undergraduate Selectivity

How to Apply Creating an undergraduate class at Trinity involves different processes for Irish and 1. Go to www.tcd.ie/courses international applicants. and find the course you love.

2. Read the user guide for non- Successful Trinity Students EU applicants. US Applicant Profile 3. Apply by selecting the 'Non- ▶▶ Actively participate in all walks of life Diverting from the traditional path of a EU Application' link under the ▶▶ Provide unique points of view US-based college education is a brave and course description. You can audacious step. ▶▶ Challenge and lead save your application and ▶▶ Approach problems creatively return to it, but remember to A small percent of US high school students submit it when you're finished! ▶▶ Engage with the wider community explore the option of pursuing an international degree. It is a bold choice and an exciting prospect. Whether inspired by a Building a Trinity Class US Admissions relative, advised by a counselor or driven by curiosity, most students who consider going Irish Students Four Elements in Admission Review abroad for their degrees are adventurous On average, 87% of undergraduate full ▶▶ Standardized test results (minimum: 1290 and genuinely interested in expanding their degree entrants are Irish. SAT or 29 ACT) worldview. ▶▶ Irish admission is based solely on ▶▶ High School course results from full the nationally-administered Leaving 4-year transcript (minimum: 3.3 GPA on No two Trinity students are alike, but many Certificate examination. 4.0 unweighted scale) of our international students are... ▶▶ As Ireland’s most selective university, ▶▶ 500 word personal statement written by ▶▶ Independently-minded Trinity typically accepts top Leaving the applicant ▶▶ Passport holders who have traveled Certificate students. ▶▶ Two references: one from a counselor outside the US (though not necessarily and one from a teacher to Ireland) International Students ▶▶ Aware of the long-term value of global Approximately 26% of the student body Keys to Success citizenship (undergraduate and postgraduate) are ▶▶ Personal and academic responsibility ▶▶ Eager to immerse themselves in their from outside of Ireland from over 120 interests countries. Students from EU countries are ▶▶ Be genuinely curious about your field ▶▶ Inquisitive and willing to approach things admitted based on examination and school and the infinite world around you in different ways results. The admissions criteria for non-EU ▶▶ Seek out increasingly challenging international students vary by country and curricula ▶▶ Ready to experience life in a modern EU are determined by the teaching processes in ▶▶ Develop a commitment to independent capital city each country. study and research ▶▶ Driven towards a particular area of study ▶▶ Academically strong, with a record of achievement in core areas ▶▶ Deeply committed, as shown through a progressive course of academic pursuits

The best way for students to determine whether an international education may be right for them is to talk with current international students, either during a visit to campus or via email or Skype. Trinity’s student ambassadors give tours of campus, share their experiences and answer questions for interested students.

Hear more from our current international students at www.tcdglobal.wordpress.com

27 Some of Trinity’s US Accepted Students at our US Open Day in Washington Two Degrees • Two Universities • Four Years

Columbia University DUAL BA PROGRAM

The Dual BA Program between Trinity are spent at Trinity and the final two years admissions representatives from both College and Columbia University offers at Columbia. Dedicated Dual BA Program Columbia and Trinity. students an international educational advisors and tutors, assigned at the start experience – a program spanning two of the program, will guide you through Interviews continents and cosmopolitan cities. The your academic and student life, providing program allows students to enhance support as you pursue your goals in two Applicants will receive an update on their their global outlook and develop their stimulating academic settings. application status in late February - early language skills and communication March. Those invited for an interview will be abilities to a higher level. prompted to schedule a time to meet with Admissions the admissions committee either in person Wherever your passions lie, in the Application Deadline - 2 January 2019 or via teleconference in New York or Dublin. humanities or social sciences, the Dual Interested applicants are encouraged to Representatives from both Trinity and BA Program offers you the opportunity preview a PDF version of the application Columbia will be present for all interviews. to engage in the study of your chosen (for reference use only) before starting an fields with world-renowned faculty on electronic application. European students applying to the Dual BA both sides of the Atlantic and to immerse Program must also apply to Trinity College yourself in two distinct academic, social Applicants to the Dual BA Program apply Dublin through the Central Applications and cultural environments. be January 2nd for Fall enrollment. The Office (CAO). For more information, please admissions process includes a review of visit: http://www.cao.ie. You may choose from four programs: the applicant’s academic history, letters English Studies, European Studies, of recommendation, standardized test To find out more about the Dual BA Program History, and Middle Eastern and scores, a personal essay, and an interview between Trinity College and Columbia European languages and cultures. conducted in English. Applications will be University, visit gs.columbia.edu/tcd During your studies, years one and two reviewed by a joint committee featuring

28 Joint Honors Degree

A joint honors degree allows students to The below list shows the possible combinations of subjects for the joint honors degree. choose two subjects and study both to Students select two subjects and pursue both to degree level. Usually both subjects are honors degree level. The two subjects are studied for three years and one subject is only studied in the fourth and final year (there taught separately and the overall workload are some exceptions, see Undergraduate Prospectus). An honors degree is awarded in both is similar to that of a single honors degree. subjects.

In most combinations both subjects are Note: Students are not permitted to commence two new languages. studied equally for the first three years and one subject only is studied in the fourth year. Joint Honors Degree Subject Selection

Find out more at: www.tcd.ie/courses Ancient History and Archaeology History of Art and Architecture

Classical Civilisation Middle Eastern, Jewish Classical Languages and Islamic Civilisations ‡Geography may also be read as part of a Drama Studies Mathematics moderatorship subject in Geography and Geoscience (TR062). See Undergraduate Economics Modern Language Prospectus for more information. English Literature Music

Film Studies Philosophy

Geography‡ Religion

History Sociology Trinity’s Top 10 Courses

Business Courses P.P.E.S (Philosophy, Political History and Political Science, Economics, Sociology) Business, Economics, Social Studies, Science (HistPol) or B.E.S.S., is a uniquely flexible degree The P.P.E.S. program is the only university The four-year program allows students to program offering you 10 different degree degree in Ireland where students can lay firm foundations in both disciplines in options across the disciplines of Business, combine the study of Philosophy, Political the first two years. The final two years of the Economics, Political Science and Sociology. Science, Economics and Sociology in an program then allow students the chance to The Trinity Global Business Degree is a engaging degree. study several specialist modules in-depth. unique program, designed for students who wish to focus on business from the Engineering Law very beginning of their degree. Innovation and entrepreneurship are key pillars of this The School of Engineering at Trinity Trinity’s School of Law is Ireland’s oldest dynamic new program. continuously benchmarks itself against and most internationally renowned the top international engineering law school. With a distinguished team of European Studies schools and offers outstanding teaching by professors and lecturers, the Law School engineers who are at the forefront of their attracts students of the highest caliber from European Studies at Trinity offers a unique field worldwide. Ireland and abroad. and broad range of languages and subjects for study and draws on the expertise Science Computer Science and dedication of lecturers from a range of subjects. European Studies attracts The four-year undergraduate Degree Students can study for an honors degree students with strong potential from Ireland Programs in Science are diverse, over four years, and also have the option and abroad. progressive and exciting, and offer to study for a fifth year leading to a M.Sc. in students a wide choice of specializations Computer Science. English and excellent career prospects across the whole spectrum of the Sciences. Trinity English courses have been designed Psychology to develop independence of critical thought Students are encouraged to become and the articulation of informed discussion, actively involved in our ongoing research, both oral and written. particularly in the third and fourth years of their studies. 29 SupportNew Headings for InternationalPossible Sub Heading Goes Students Here

Trinity Global Room Celebrating cultural diversity, the Global Room is a social and event space with an international outlook and is a resource for all students at Trinity. With up to 400 events taking place at the Global Room per year, ranging from national holiday celebrations, film screenings, international dance, music and cultural events, along with a wide range of seminars and talks advertised though the Global Room’s social media channels, the Global Room highlights the richness of student life at Trinity. These events are run Trinity Smart Start Program looking to translate their experience by both the Global Room team and Trinity’s This week-long program is designed to in Trinity to a career back home or wide range of clubs and societies. introduce new international students to internationally. Irish history, literature and culture as well The Global Room is also home to an as help students adjust to life in Trinity and The University is committed to your success, international student support hub, Dublin. The course runs the week prior to and the Careers Advisory Service is on managed by the International Student Freshers’ Week and details can be found at: hand to support you in developing your Liaison Officer, and supported by www.tcd.ie/study/international/pre-sesson- career skills. The service provides career an energetic team of Global Room programmes/ guidance, advice and feedback on job Ambassadors – Irish and international applications, and interview preparation, as Trinity students trained to offer support in The Global Relations Office well as advertising vacancies and organizing navigating Dublin, locating student services The Global Relations Office, under the employer events on campus throughout the throughout Trinity and providing a friendly leadership of the Vice-President for academic year. ear for any student concerns. Find out more Global Relations, manages all of Trinity’s www.tcd.ie/careers/students/international at: www.tcd.ie/study/international/trinity- international relationships. These include life/global-room/ supporting international students from the In order to encourage talented, skilled process of applying to Trinity, right through graduates to pursue careers in Ireland, upon New To Dublin to graduation, and beyond. The Office has successful completion of an undergraduate The Global Room staff and the peer mentors staff to assist students coming from specific or postgraduate program at Trinity, students from Student 2 Student run a term-long regions, as well as Global Officers in specific have the possibility to stay in Ireland to work program for all students who are new departments to help international students for one year on the Third Level Graduate to Dublin, whether you are from outside adapt to life in Trinity and Dublin. You can Scheme. This allows students to gain work Dublin or outside Ireland. The groups meet contact these staff through: experience opportunities in Ireland in a in the Global Room every Monday evening www.tcd.ie/globalrelations/about wide range of industries and organizations. and cover everything from Dublin grocery During the 12 month period students are shopping and public transport to making Global Relations also manages our able to work full time in Ireland. friends and adjusting to social differences. relationships with the hundreds of prestigious universities around the world Students may also have the option of Airport Meet & Greet with which Trinity has partnerships, many of remaining in Ireland for a longer period if New international students arriving at which allow Trinity undergraduates to study they are able to secure employment that Dublin Airport can avail of this optional, abroad there as part of their undergraduate meets the criteria for a Work Permit. In free service. You will be met by a current degree. addition, the US-Ireland Working Holiday student at the airport and shown how to get Agreement provides a separate one-year to Trinity’s campus or your accommodation. The best way to find out if Trinity is right for work permit for US students, who can apply Find out more at: www.tcd.ie/study/ you is to talk to staff, students and alumni. for this within 12 months of graduating. For international/trinity-life/arrival/ The Global Relations Office offers several further information see: www.dfa.ie/travel/ ways to meet us, either on campus or in visas/visas-for-ireland/ International Student Orientation your home country. During Freshers’ Week, a series of sessions for both EU and non-EU international Career Guidance for International students address cultural adjustment as Trinity College Dublin has been Students named a Best Regional College by well as practical concerns like banking and Career Guidance is available for students the Princeton Review 2019. immigration. www.tcd.ie/orientation looking to gain work experience while studying in Trinity, as well as for students 30 Is a Trinity degree recognized Top 10 Questions in the US? Our 4-year degree programs are recognized globally. US employers From US Applicants have strong awareness of Trinity and its history of academic excellence. There are strong alumni networks in most major US cities and around the world, creating opportunities for mentoring and networking for all graduates.

Does Trinity have financial What percentage of students How many students attend aid? does Trinity accept? Trinity?

Trinity participates in the US Direct Loan We receive hundreds (not thousands) of US Trinity has about 13,000 undergraduate and Program. You will find details of all Trinity- applications and can accept a much higher 5,000 postgraduate students. Approximately sourced scholarships at www.tcd.ie/study/ percent of qualified applicants than top US 26% of students come from over 120 international/scholarships/Undergraduate/ schools. countries outside of Ireland. index.php Any regional or local US scholarships Our rankings do not depend on percent of Students coming from the US make up that do not specifically exclude non-US students accepted. approximately 5.5% of the total student Universities can also be used at Trinity. body.

Do you have Study Abroad What are my accommodation What support is available for programs? options? international students?

Trinity offers the opportunity to study in All first-year undergraduate students Each undergraduate student has a personal over 300 universities around the world. are guaranteed Trinity-approved tutor. This is a faculty member assigned to Some courses, particularly those with accommodation. After first year, most advise, guide and be a source of support language components, require that students choose to live in shared houses for any issue that may impact a student’s some time be spent outside of Ireland. and apartments throughout the city. There academic life. In addition, the Global Room Other courses may have direct links with are on-campus options as well, but it is offers a student support officer and team corresponding departments in international highly competitive. of ambassadors trained in working with partner Universities. international students. All students have access to the health centre, counseling service, Students’ Union welfare officer and learning support. See more supports on the Does Trinity have a careers Can I change my major? opposite page. office for international There are over 400 courses available. students? Students apply and are admitted to a specific course. There are no “General Career Guidance is available for all students Education” requirements; students begin looking to gain work experience while their specific course of study immediately. studying in Trinity as well as for students Changes are made by students each year looking to translate their experience however changing to another course is in Trinity to a career back home or challenging and uncommon. Changes are internationally. considered on a case-by-case basis.

The University is committed to the success of its students, and the Careers Advisory Service is on hand to support students in What is the average class size? developing the skills they require to help Class size varies from course to course. them to take the next steps in their career: Some large courses, like BESS, will have 1st from interview preparation and CV advice and 2nd year lectures of over 150 people, to career workshops and assisting in finding along with small-group tutorials of 15-20. out about opportunities with employers in Smaller courses like Art History or Classics Ireland and abroad. will have fewer students in each class. Third and fourth year modules will be significantly More information can be found at: smaller. www.tcd.ie/careers/students/international

31 Cost to Attend For Full Time International Undergraduates

Trinity categorizes students as either Irish/ EU or non-EU international. Most US Total Costs for One Academic Year applicants apply as non-EU international students. Fee status is based on residency, Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences 1 Year Tuition €19,123 / $22,164 not citizenship. You can determine your fee status here: www.tcd.ie/study/ undergraduate/fee-finances/ Engineering, Mathematics and Science 1 Year Tuition €24,958 / $28,927

Funding Your Trinity Education Health Sciences 1 Year Tuition €22,718 / $26,330 An online application fee of €55 per course applied for is required for all taught and Note: Tuition fees vary by course and are subject to change. Each Faculty’s average research courses. Please note the online annual tuition has been quoted. Most courses last four years. Living costs are aplication fee is non-refundable. calculated per academic year and will vary by each student’s lifestyle. Trinity participates in the US Direct Loan program. Complete the FAFSA and send Fee information: www.tcd.ie/academicregistry/fees-and-payments/ your Student Aid Report (SAR) to Trinity. (Our code is G06842 or 006842—Univ of Accommodation Costs Dublin Trinity College.) Trinity accepts: Trinity Hall Accommodation 1 Year Housing Trinity Hall €5,000 - €6,315 / ▶▶ all scholarships and grants that do $5795 - $7319 not stipulate “for use in US college A range of options for the academic year are available in Trinity Hall. only.” More information available at: ▶▶ 529 funds. Providers can contact www.tcd.ie/accommodation/locations/ Trinity directly. Trinity does not offer meal plans. Students cook at home or eat on campus and in the city centre. Foundation Scholarship Students in the Senior Freshman Health insurance is required for non-EU students. Price range from €200 to approx. (second) year may compete for a €1,000. More information available at: foundation scholarship, a highly www.tcd.ie/study/international/trinity-life/arrival/ prestigious scholarship awarded on the basis of an exam in your subject Students may partake in an ‘Understanding Ireland’ optional 1 week pre-term area. Up to 90 foundation scholars program costing €400. More information available at: are elected annually on the basis www.tcd.ie/study/international/pre-sesson-programmes/ of performance in the scholarship examination, which is usually held Represents an approximate cost. Converted from Euro to USD at €1/$1.16. in the week before the start of the This information is current as of August 2018. second term. Foundation scholars are entitled to certain privileges, which include having non-EU fees reduced by the value of EU fees, Commons (evening meal) free and an entitlement to College rooms free of charge during the academic year. Foundation scholarships are normally held for a term of five years. In addition to the tangible benefits held by Scholars, these scholarships are highly prestigious, conferring a lifelong status within the University. Further information at: 32 www.tcd.ie/academicregistry/ exams/scholarship/ US Open Days 2019 Spend a day on campus without leaving your country. Take a tour. Talk to students, staff and alumni. Learn about the oldest student societies in the world.

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33 Student Profiles

Alec is from Greenwich, Connecticut and wanted to study here as it gives me the studied at Williston Northampton School chance to pursue History and Political in Easthampton, Massachusetts. Science in detail. I wouldn’t have had the opportunity to do so at a US University. All “I hadn’t really considered studying outside my professors are truly excellent. I’ve been of the US, but was really impressed by my surprised at how available they have been. first contact with Trinity at a talk in my They also teach on tutorials, which is school. I also met with the Head of amazing. I’m enjoying living in Trinity Hall Admissions at Trinity’s Open Day held in campus accommodation. There are plenty the US. The individual contact, support of US students around, but I’m happy to and attention from Trinity staff has been be sharing with other Irish students, as it Alec Bickerstaff second to none. After reading through the gives me the opportunity to integrate and History and Political Science Student, Trinity website, which has great information experience Irish culture at another level.” from Connecticut, USA for international students, I knew I really

Róisín comes to Trinity from Charlton, University when returning to the US. I’m Massachusetts, where she went to hoping to pursue a Ph.D. at an Ivy League Shepherd Hill Regional High School. School after Trinity. On top of this I know Despite being offered a number of that there are a lot of job opportunities for scholarships for Universities in the US, Trinity graduates. I’m loving being here. Róisín opted to undertake her degree I’ve joined so many societies from film and at Trinity. She is undertaking a five year tennis to hiking and croquet! program in Engineering, leading to a Master’s Degree. Trinity is a very friendly, welcoming community and integrating has been very “It is a great program and I’m thrilled to be easy. Everyone has been so welcoming Róisín Donnelly here. I feel I will have a real competitive and I’m feeling very much at home already, Engineering Student, edge by having both a Bachelor’s Degree despite only being here a few weeks.” from Massachusetts, USA and a Masters from a top international

Class of 2022

States where our US Students Live Trinity’s Class of 2022 has US students coming from 27 States. Trinity’s Postgraduate Class this Fall has students coming from 37 states. 34 Student Profiles Recent US Graduates

or worse, frat houses, tipping bartenders, and seeing my parents for Thanksgiving are all foreign concepts to me. But despite the things I may miss out on by hovering between cultures, I have never regretted my decision to attend Trinity. The experience is more than the sum of its parts.

Some of my most formative memories were made in Dublin, and the city still houses many of my closest friends. I know Daniel O’Brien the streets by heart, and more importantly Alex Canepa Business and Economics History and Political Science I know which ones to avoid. At the same Graduate, 2016 Graduate, 2013 time, being abroad has made me appreciate “When I left Dublin in May 2016 – my last my hometown in more ways than I ever “I have always loved history, but the subject trip home after four years studying at thought possible. When Irish friends come came alive for me during my years at Trinity. Trinity – part of me felt as if I was equally to Philadelphia, I take as much pride in Attending lectures by academics at the leaving a home I had grown to know showing them the Rocky statue as I do the top of their respective fields is a privilege and love. A proud American, born and culinary marvels popping up throughout that very few undergraduates enjoy. I raised in Philadelphia, I completed my the city. I can easily see what made my received fantastic guidance from Trinity’s undergraduate degree in Business and parents and grandparents decide to raise International Career Advisor on what to do Economics at Trinity and wrapped up what their children here. after completing my studies at Trinity. has so far been undoubtedly the four best years of my life. So when people ask me why I went to I continued on to undertake my Masters Trinity, or why I went to Ireland for college at at the University of Oxford, UK. Following For me, answering the question of where I all, my answer always focuses on the unique this I returned to my native Texas where went to college has always involved fielding doors I’ve opened rather than some of the I took a position at the Texas Senate as a familiar array of well-intentioned – if more mundane ones I may have missed.” a policy researcher. In my work at the somewhat tiresome – reactions. “But all the Senate I regularly draw on the research and Irish want to come here,” you can almost analytical skills that I honed while at Trinity. see people thinking. “Ireland is for taking I have also recently established the Texas tours through green fields and sleepy old Trinity Alumni Group. Despite no longer towns. Besides, America is home to the best living in Ireland, Trinity is, and will always schools the world has to offer.” be, a hugely important part of my life.”

Addressing these misconceptions over the years has allowed me to reflect on a number of issues tied up in that discussion, not least of which is trying to figure out what I wanted from my time in college.

When I travel to Dublin, my bland mid- Atlantic accent sticks out like a siren, telling taxi drivers that I’m a piñata full of euros waiting to be taken for a ride. Only when I helpfully remind them of the shortest route into town do they think to ask how I got to know the city so well.

Meanwhile, upon returning stateside for the summer, I’m reminded of the many aspects of American college life that I missed by taking an “alternative” route. For better

35 Postgraduate Applicants Information Guide for US Postgraduate Students

Trinity offers a wide range of world-class postgraduate programs at both Masters and Doctoral (Ph.D.) level. Our renowned interdisciplinary research centers and institutes attract leading researchers in every discipline, from biomedical engineering to film studies, from history to ubiquitous computing. Many of our taught Masters programs can be completed in a single year and are more cost effective in comparison to our international counterparts. A full list of postgraduate courses is available at: www.tcd.ie/courses

Trinity has a long established reputation for cutting edge research and scholarship. Further information on Trinity’s major research initiatives is available at: www.tcd.ie/research/.

Postgraduates across all disciplines will find Trinity a highly stimulating environment. The University attracts world class researchers from all over the world. Partnerships have also been created with a number of key international industrial firms and the University participates in major EU research and development programs.

Research students at Trinity are part of a vibrant research culture and have frequent opportunities to share ideas with a supervisor and other members of a research team. Our researchers are inspired and driven by the exciting atmosphere of discovery at the frontiers of human knowledge. This dedication has placed Trinity’s nanoscience research center, CRANN, at the forefront of research, leading the way globally.

A full range of information for postgraduate applicants is available at: www.tcd.ie/study/postgraduate/apply/

36 Courses Available For more information visit www.tcd.ie/courses/

International and European Business Law Systems Arts, Humanities (LL.M.) Interactive Digital Media (M.Sc.) Laws (LL.M.) & Social Sciences School of Engineering School of Linguistic, Speech and Bioengineering (M.Sc.) School of Business Communications Sciences Electronic Information Engineering (M.Sc.) Digital Marketing Strategy (M.Sc.) Applied Linguistics (M.Phil.) Engineering (Environmental / Structural Entrepreneurship (M.Sc.) Chinese Studies (M.Phil.) and Geotechnical / Transport) (M.Sc.) Finance (M.Sc.) Clinical Speech and Language Studies Engineering (Sustainable Energy) (M.Sc.) Financial Risk Management (M.Sc.) (M.Sc.) Mechanical Engineering (M.Sc.) Human Resource Management (M.Sc.) English Language Teaching (M.Phil.) Music and Media Technologies (M.Phil.) International Management (M.Sc.) Linguistics (M.Phil.) Management (M.Sc.) School of Mathematics Speech and Language Processing (M.Phil.) Marketing (M.Sc.) High Performance Computing (M.Sc.) Master in Business Administration (M.B.A.) School of Psychology School of Physics Applied Behavior Analysis (M.Sc.) School of Creative Arts Energy Science (M.Sc.) Applied Psychology (M.Sc.) Film Studies – Theory History Practice Clinical Psychology (D.Clin.Psych.) School of Natural Sciences (M.Phil.) Counseling Psychology (D.Couns.Psych.) Biodiversity and Conservation (M.Sc.) Music Composition (M.Phil.) Psychoanalytic Studies (M.Phil.) Development Practice (M.Sc.) Playwriting (M.F.A.) Psychology (H.Dip) Psychology Conversion Environmental Sciences (M.Sc.) Stage Design (M.F.A.) Course Theatre Directing (M.F.A.) Theatre and Performance (M.Phil.) Confederal School of Religions, Peace Studies and Theology Health Sciences School of Education Christian Theology (M.Phil.) Master in Education (M.Ed.) School of Dental Science Conflict Resolution and Reconciliation Professional Masters Education (P.M.E.) Dental Surgery (D.Ch.Dent.) (M.Phil.) School of English Divinity (B.D.) School of Medicine Children’s Literature (M.Phil.) Intercultural Theology and Interreligious Addiction Recovery (M.Sc.) Creative Writing (M.Phil.) Studies (M.Phil.) Biomedical Sciences (Intercalated) (M.Sc.) Digital Humanities and Culture (M.Phil.) International Peace Studies (M.Phil.(Peace Cardiovascular Rehabilitation and Irish Writing (M.Phil.) Studies)) Prevention (M.Sc.) Literatures of the Americas (M.Phil.) Global Health (M.Sc.) School of Social Sciences and Popular Literature (M.Phil.) Healthcare Infection Management (M.Sc.) Philosophy Master in Medicine (M.M.) School of Histories and Humanities Comparative Social Change Molecular Medicine (M.Sc.) Art History (M.Phil.) Economics (M.Sc.) Neuroscience (M.Sc.) Classics (M.Phil.) International Politics (M.Sc.) Respiratory Physiotherapy (M.Sc.) Early Modern History (M.Phil.) Philosophy (M.Phil.) Sports & Exercise Medicine (M.Sc.) Gender and Women’s Studies (M.Phil.) Race, Ethnicity, Conflict (M.Phil.) Translational Oncology (M.Sc.) Medieval History (M.Phil.) School of Social Work and Social Policy Medieval Studies (M.Phil.) School of Nursing and Midwifery Applied Social Research (M.Sc.) Modern Irish History (M.Phil.) Ageing Health & Wellbeing in Intellectual Social Work (M.S.W.) Public History and Cultural Heritage Disability (M.Sc.) (M.Phil.) Community Health (M.Sc.) Engineering, Dementia (M.Sc.) School of Languages, Literatures and Mental Health (M.Sc.) Cultural Studies Mathematics & Science Midwifery (M.Sc.) Comparative Literature (M.Phil.) Nursing (M.Sc.) Early Irish (M.Phil.) School of Biochemistry and Immunology Nursing - Child Health and Wellbeing European Studies (M.Phil.) Immunology (M.Sc.) (M.Sc.) Literary Translation (M.Phil.) School of Computer Science and Pharmaceutical Sciences (M.Sc.) Medieval Language Literature and Culture Statistics (M.Phil.) Computer Science (M.Sc.) - Augmented Textual and Visual Studies (M.Phil.) and Virtual Reality School of Law Computer Science (M.Sc.) - Data Science Note: Intellectual Property and Information Computer Science (M.Sc.) - Future All Postgraduate courses offered by Trinity Technology Law (LL.M.) Networked Systems are subject to change. For the most up to International and Comparative Law (LL.M.) Computer Science (M.Sc.) - Intelligent date course list please check: www.tcd.ie/courses/postgraduate/az/ 37 Applicant Guide for US Postgraduate Students

to track the progress of your application Application Process at every stage of the admissions process; International Students update your personal information, view Entry to Irish Universities is competitive, Visa Requirements decisions made on your application(s) and and no graduate applicant, from Ireland or If you are a citizen of the European Union accept any offers you may receive. any other country has an automatic right (EU), you do not need a visa to enter and to admission. Most courses at Trinity have live in Ireland. Students from North America a restricted number of places available for do not require a visa for Ireland. The list of postgraduate students. visa-required countries can be found at the Academic Registry INIS website: www.inis.gov.ie. The range of studies on offer is vast and the standard set for postgraduate study It is important to note that ALL non-EU From the point of submitting your is exceptionally high. This combination, students, whether visa-required or not, postgraduate application, through to together with the range of ancillary facilities must register with the Irish Naturalisation acceptance, tuition fee payment and in the immediate vicinity of the university, and Immigration Service (INIS) – formerly student registration, Academic Registry will offers an almost unparalleled learning GNIB – for permission to remain in the state. provide a range of administrative supports. experience to all postgraduates. Students must show their offer letter at The Academic Registry Team can assist with airport immigration where they will receive general or application queries which can Online Applications a temporary stamp in their passport. They be logged through the ASK AR button via All course information and online must register with INIS within the time limit the home page of my.tcd.ie or calling us on application details are available at www.tcd. specified on their temporary stamp. +353 (1) 896 4500. If you are not a current ie/courses. All applications for postgraduate applicant you can also email us at: research and taught programs should be [email protected]. Employment made online by logging on to my.tcd.ie. Non-EU nationals who have permission to www.tcd.ie/academicregistry undertake postgraduate study in Ireland Throughout the application and admission are entitled to take up casual employment, process, communications between Trinity defined as up to 20 hours part-time work and the applicant will primarily be via online per week or full-time work during vacation messaging within the my.tcd.ie portal, and periods. via email. Please note that incomplete applications cannot be processed and In order to encourage talented, skilled unsuccessful applications will not be graduates to pursue careers in Ireland, upon returned. successful completion of an undergraduate or postgraduate program at Trinity, students Applicants should make all reasonable have the possibility to stay in Ireland to work effort prior to registration to ensure that for two years on the Third Level Graduate the course/program they are registering for Scheme. This allows students to gain work meets their expectations, by: experience opportunities in Ireland in a – contacting the relevant course co- wide range of industries and organizations. ordinator or prospective supervisor/ During the 24 month period students are research director. able to work full time in Ireland. – accessing all information available Students may also have the option of on the courses website www.tcd.ie/ remaining in Ireland for a longer period if courses/postgraduate/az and the they are able to secure employment that specific school/course web pages meets the criteria for a Work Permit. In linked on this site. addition the US-Ireland Working Holiday Agreement provides a separate one-year Once you have submitted an online work permit for US students, who can apply application you will be sent an for this within 12 months of graduating. acknowledgment email to the email address you provided when setting up your For further information see: http://www.inis. user account on my.tcd.ie applicant portal. gov.ie/en/INIS/Pages/Student%20Pathway The applicant portal will allow you to send and receive communications in respect of your application to Trinity. You will be able 38 Supporting Documents Entry Requirements Language Requirements

When you apply for a postgraduate course Postgraduate work in Trinity is very All applicants whose first language is not online, you will have the option to upload academically challenging and as a result English and who have not been educated your supporting documents. The following the University has high academic entry through the medium of English must information is required before a decision requirements. present one of the following qualifications can be made on your application: in the English language: Applicants will need to hold: ▶▶ Two academic references (or where ▶▶ IELTS: Grade 6.5 overall ▶▶ at least a 2.1 honors degree from an Irish appropriate clinical referees) ▶▶ TOEFL: 88 internet-based, 570 paper- university or equivalent result from a based, 230 computer-based ▶▶ Academic transcript(s) which must be university in another country certified by the issuing body ▶▶ University of Cambridge: Proficiency ▶▶ a fluent command of the English Certificate, Grade C or better (CEFR Level Please note that graduates of Trinity do language not need to provide academic transcripts C1 or C2); Advanced Certificate, Grade C Some courses may require higher or copies of award parchments. or better (CEFR Level C1 or C2) standards or require you to take further ▶▶ Pearson Test of English (Academic) - PTE ▶▶ Certified copy of degree certificate(s) tests or attend an interview. Academic: a minimum score of 63 to be Please note that graduates of Trinity do eligible (with no section score below 59) not need to provide certified copies of degree certificates Please note that test scores are only valid . For further details on these ▶▶ A recognized certificate of English Top 10 Postgraduate Courses for two years Language Competency if English is English Language Proficiency Tests, please not your first language. (See Language Creative Writing contact the appropriate organization directly. Requirements). International Politics www.ets.org/toefl ▶▶ You may also be required to submit Public History & Cultural Heritage www.ielts.org further documents e.g. a sample of Irish Writing www.cambridgeesol.org/exams work in support of your application/ International Peace Studies additional test results such as GMAT etc. An applicant whose first language is not Marketing If this is necessary for a decision to be English but who has taken a degree through made on your application, the document Global Health the medium of English may be eligible will become a mandatory part of your Biodiversity & Conservation provided they did not complete their studies application. Conflict Resolution & Reconciliation more than two years prior to admission. However some courses may request Management applicants to present an English Language qualification under certain circumstances.

39 Postgraduate Research At Trinity College Dublin, the University of Dublin

Trinity is recognized as one of the world’s We hope you will consider choosing a The fellowship is unrelated to teaching. leading research-intensive Universities and course at Trinity for postgraduate study, for It is important to be aware that income received its research continues to address issues of an exciting new journey that will open your by the award recipient from other sources (such global societal and economic importance. mind to new experiences, ways of thinking as private tuition, research funding), can be to The University’s research strategy, based and friendships, many of which will last for the maximum annual income level of *€18,000 on developing multidisciplinary areas in a lifetime. excluding fees but including the studentship Trinity, has the critical mass of world-class maintenance. researchers needed to deliver research of Applications are submitted online at global consequence. www.tcd.ie/courses and must include a You must make your application for the Ussher detailed research proposal. This is reviewed award in conjunction with your Ph.D. application. To by the relevant School and acceptance is apply for the funding during your online application, Postgraduate Research dependent on the quality of the proposal simply select the award (Studentship or Ussher and availability of adequate supervision. Award) you wish to be considered for from the drop Students The Dean of Graduate Studies then down menu in the Section of the application form Trinity is Ireland’s leading University, conducts the final review and approval titled “Funding/Financial Support”. steeped in history with a reputation for subsequent to meeting all criteria. excellence in education and research. Please note that the closing date for application for this award is the 1st of May 2018. This closing date While our campus dates back over four Funding Opportunities covers September 2018 and March 2019 entrants hundred years, our research facilities and only. institutes sit right in the twenty first century. The University offers postgraduate awards The University has research strengths that which are available only to students *These figures are subject to change span the Sciences, Medicine, Engineering, intending to register for higher research Business, Arts and Humanities, a spectrum degrees full-time (i.e. Ph.D.): Provost’s Scholarship that is mirrored by our broad range of From September 2018-19, Trinity will offer 40 funded taught postgraduate courses and research Postgraduate Ussher Fellowships Ph.D. scholarships (covering fees (either EU or Non- opportunities at master’s and doctorate These postgraduate fellowships are only EU) plus an annual stipend of €16,000 per year for level. applicable to new entrants on the Research four years) across all faculties for students working Register. on research projects with assistant or associate Our inspiring professors are global leaders professors. in their fields, and they work alongside Postgraduate Fellowships are available to students in a common enterprise of new entrants to the full-time Ph.D. register Applications will welcomed from assistant and discovery. The Trinity curriculum isn’t just for entry in September and/or the following associate professors in all disciplines for an award about imparting knowledge; it’s aimed at March of the same academic year (e.g. in relation to a particular research project which developing the critical faculties of the mind, September 2018 and/or March 2019). The they are undertaking or will undertake in order to through freedom of expression, willingness Fellowships aim to support and develop fund the cost of a Ph.D. student to work with them to engage in debate, and original research. gifted research students. They are awarded on that project. Successful awardees will then be competitively on academic merit. able to recruit a funded Ph.D. student to work on Employers worldwide hold Trinity The Fellowship fully covers EU and non-EU their project and will, in turn, supervise the student’s graduates in high esteem. The university fees and provides an annual maintenance Ph.D. to completion. has produced generations of outstanding of *€13,000 for three years. Fees will be graduates. Some of the most famous people covered and maintenance is payable More information on postgraduate funding and in Irish history have been educated here: monthly via Trinity payroll directly to your scholarships can be found on our website: writers like Oscar Wilde and Samuel Beckett; bank account. www.tcd.ie/academicregistry/exams/scholarship/ scientists like William Rowan Hamilton and E.T.S. Walton, who won the Nobel Prize for splitting the atom, as well as two Irish presidents and many industry leaders and entrepreneurs.

As a truly international university, we welcome applications from prospective postgraduate students anywhere in the world. 40 Cost to Attend For Full-time International Postgraduates

An online application fee of €55 per course applied for is required for all taught and research courses. Please note the online application fee is non-refundable.

Fee details for all courses are available at: www.tcd.ie/academicregistry/fees- payments. European Union (EU) and non-EU fees apply as appropriate. Most US applicants apply as non-EU international students. Fee status is based on residency, not citizenship. Trinity categorizes students as Irish/EU and non-EU international. You can determine your fee status here: www.tcd.ie/academicregistry/fees- payments/course-fees/

Fieldwork Costs, Costs of Preparations of Thesis / Dissertation Students are personally responsible for the costs involved if they have to undertake fieldwork as part of their postgraduate program. They are also responsible for all costs relating to the preparation and submission of their thesis or dissertation Total Costs for One Academic Year such as typing, binding and photography. Living Expenses Living Costs in Euros / Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences 4 1 Year Tuition €21,763 / $24,795 Funding Your Trinity Education Total converted to USD 1 Year Private Engineering, Mathematics and Science Trinity participates in the US Direct Loan Accommodation1 €7,500 1 Year Tuition €22,838 / $26,020 program. Complete the FAFSA and send Meals2 €3,000 your Student Aid Report (SAR) to Trinity. Health Sciences (Our code is G06842 or 006842—Univ of Books and Miscellaneous €2,500 1 Year Tuition €20,338 / $23,172 Dublin Trinity College.) Commuting €1,000 Trinity accepts: Health Insurance3 €200 Note: Tuition fees vary by course and are subject to change. Each Faculty’s average TOTAL Living Costs4 €14,200 / $16,179 ▶▶ all scholarships and grants that do annual tuition has been quoted. Most not stipulate “for use in US college courses last one year. Living costs are 1 only.” Average based on a 43 week lease for a double room calculated per academic year and will in a shared, apartment-style accommodation in Dublin. vary by each student’s lifestyle. Holidays, ▶▶ 529 funds. Providers can contact Prices can vary greatly depending on the type of laundry, and clothes are excluded. Total Trinity directly. accommodation chosen. More information at: costs are calculated based on the higher Trinity offers a number of scholarship www.tcd.ie/accommodation/getting-rooms/off- campus/private-rented.php level of living costs and may vary. opportunities for prospective and current 2 Trinity does not offer meal plans. Students cook at students interested in study or research home or eat on campus and in the city centre. Fee information: http://www.tcd.ie/ at Ireland’s leading University. For more 3 Required for non-EU students. Prices range from €200 academicregistry/fees-and-payments/ information visit: www.tcd.ie/study/ to approx. €1,000. More information at: postgraduate/scholarships-funding/ www.tcd.ie/study/international/trinity-life/arrival/ Students are also encouraged to explore 4 Converted from Euro to USD at €1/$1.14. This external funding options in their home information is current as of August 2018. countries.

41 Student Testimonials from Postgraduate Students

conflict, ranging from Palestine and Bosnia, to Northern Ireland. Lectures were delivered by academically and professionally experienced professors - coupled with valuable engagements and contributions from students who had come from all corners of the world. Munir Al Akari M.Phil in Race, Ethnicity, My own academic and professional Conflict, interests lie at the intersection of policy and Class of 2015 international conflict. This Sociology MPhil was a pivotal cornerstone in advancing “A dynamic, challenging, engaging and my academic and professional career - Stephanie Kelly particularly in understanding the dynamics thought provoking journey right at the M.Sc. in International Politics of state institutions and their effects on fusion of international conflict, social Class of 2014 policy, human rights, race and ethnicity. society. My dissertation drew a comparative Having professionally experienced the vast analysis of EU democratization policies in “I decided to take the M.Sc. in International challenges of international conflict in the Ukraine and Libya. The program equipped Politics because of the fantastic support I Middle East, this program, at a world class me with the academic knowledge and skills had from the faculty in the Political Science institution, provided me, and our class, with to both comprehend and hopefully influence department during my undergraduate a focused yet comprehensive foundation of some of the pressing challenges of today’s study, as well as the international the theoretical frameworks that underpin global society.” recognition that the department garners. social structures, institutions, governments and societal norms. Discussions were Munir is currently working as a Policy Advisor I use skills acquired during the program further enriched with the backdrop of at Permanent Mission of Ireland to the United every single day in my role as Global critical and contemporary case studies in Nations, New York. Strategy Analyst for an investments firm. The analytical nature of the course, combined with a quantitative grounding, gives students an edge over more theoretical politics courses. The lecturers really go above and beyond in terms of support and challenging students to think harder, go further and question pre- conceived notions we all started with.

Political science is far from an ivory tower endeavor; in my work, markets are more and more concerned about geopolitics. The M.Sc. has given me the knowledge and confidence to contribute to the ordinarily technical investment process.”

Stephanie is now working as a Global Strategy Analyst in Edinburgh.

42 Postgraduate Applicant Guide

Erin Jo Tiedeken had the pleasure of meeting and learning PhD. Plant Sciences, from great mentors, working with great Class of 2014 scholars here at Trinity, and growing a lot from each and every experience. It has “I graduated with a B.Sc. in Biology in 2010, been fascinating to also learn more about but I knew immediately that I wanted to the deep history and connections between pursue a Ph.D. in Plant Sciences at Trinity the US and Ireland and the pressing need for two simple reasons; the expertise of to maintain and grow those relationships the staff and the prestige of the University. over the coming generation. Programs like The Plant Sciences Department conducts the Washington Ireland Program and the groundbreaking research and trains their Mitchell Scholarship will hopefully continue postgraduate students for excellent careers. Rishi Ahuja, US Postgraduate Student to build a generation of young leaders that George J. Mitchell Scholarship will invest in a fruitful relationship between While at Trinity, I presented my work at M.Sc. in Economics the two countries. international conferences in Denmark, Norway, and the US, conducted fieldwork Rishi Ahuja is pursuing a Masters of Science I had the pleasure of speaking to the Ad in Spain and Portugal, and mentored in Economics at Trinity with a focus on Astra Scholars at UCD about my experience undergraduate students. I even traveled to online market discrimination and financial as a Mitchell Scholar and one moment really Kenya on a Tropical Ecology field course regulation through the George J. Mitchell stuck out to me. I asked the scholars how as a postgraduate supervisor. These are Scholarship. many of them viewed themselves as leaders experiences that I was afforded because and out of a crowd of 50 students, only of the excellence of my own mentors Rishi is originally from California where he about two raised their hands. I truly believe and the resources Trinity provides for its completed his undergraduate education that Ireland needs to start creating a culture postgraduate students. at the University of California, Berkeley shift to empower young folks to think of studying Politics, Economics, and Policy. themselves as leaders of this country and One of the things I loved about university Over the course of his time in Ireland, Rishi stewards of the next generation. A truly life is the vibrant community of rowed with the Dublin University Boat Club, empowered class of young leaders will help postgraduate students. Friendships are served as a Policy Consultant for Senator spur the kind of innovation that produces formed and a mutual desire for success Sean Barrett, was an Impact and Strategy long term growth and prosperity.” becomes an integral form of support. My Analyst for Social Entrepreneurs Ireland, time at Trinity has afforded me unparalleled and raised over 1500 Euros with 100minds After completing his masters program, Rishi academic and personal development. An through an art exhibition with fellow will go on to work as a Director’s Financial impressive staff, combined with Trinity’s Mitchell Scholar Julianne Norton. Analyst with the Consumer Financial international reputation for excellence Protection Bureau (CFPB) in research, makes the Plant Sciences “My experience in Ireland has been Department a great place to foster the skills absolutely incredible. I’ve been constantly and interests of anyone who is passionate amazed by the kindness, familial spirit, about our natural environment.” and camaraderie that I’ve encountered throughout my time on the island. I’ve

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