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Welcome from the President
Whether you are planning your life after school Cibé acu ag pleanáil an méid atá amach romhat tar éis na or embarking on a new direction by returning to scoile nó ag tabhairt chosán an oideachais lánaimseartha ort full-time education, you will spend considerable féin an athuair atá tú, caithfidh tú go leor ama ag déanamh time researching your options. Choosing the right taighde ar do chuid roghanna. Is cinneadh mór é an chéim undergraduate degree, the right university and the cheart, an ollscoil cheart agus an t-am ceart a roghnú le right time to dedicate at least three years to study are dul i mbun staidéir ar feadh trí bliana agus tá súil agam go big decisions and I hope that this prospectus, and the gcuirfidh an réamheolaire seo, agus a bhfuil d’eolas ann ar a range of engagements we offer through MyUCD, will dtairgtear in MyUCD, ag machnamh thú ar an ollscoil iontach encourage you to come to this great university. seo agus go meallfaidh sé thú.
Our ethos is all about giving our students the best educational and Is é a chuirimid romhainn anseo sároideachas a chur ar dhaoine a life-preparing experience. We strive to give our students a holistic sheasfaidh dóibh ina saol. Déanaimid ár seacht ndícheall oideachas education, instilling in them a desire to learn and create, to question iomlánaíoch a thabhairt dár mic léinn, ag spreagadh iontu fonn láidir and reason, to contribute to society at all levels, nationally and globally. a bheith ag foghlaim agus ag cruthú, ag ceistiú agus ag smaoineamh agus ar deireadh, ag cur leis an tsochaí ag gach leibhéal, sa tír seo At UCD the educational environment is designed to stimulate students agus ar fud an domhain. through flexible teaching and learning practices. Our faculty bring their research and their scholarship into the classroom so that our Tá an timpeallacht oideachais anseo múnlaithe sa chaoi is go spreagfar undergraduates can engage with the most up-to-date knowledge. mic léinn trí chur chuige múinte agus cleachtais foghlama atá solúbtha. Recognising the pace of change in the world in which we live, we are Déanann an fhoireann teagaisc an t-eolas reatha, ábhartha atá acu constantly updating our curriculum content and structures so that de bharr a gcuid taighde agus scoláireachta a roinnt leis na mic léinn our students get the best education. sa seomra ranga. Tuigimid go mbíonn an saol de shíor ag athrú agus cuirimid ábhar agus struchtúir an churaclaim in oiriúint don méid sin go This year, the QS World University Subject Rankings place UCD at rialta i dtreo is go gcuirfear oideachas den scoth ar ár gcuid mac léinn. number 1 in Ireland in 40 out of 43 subjects. This achievement is a reflection on the quality of the staff and faculty and means that our I mbliana, tá UCD ag uimhir a haon in Éirinn i 40 as 43 ábhar ar Rangú students take with them a recognised badge of quality when they Ábhar Domhanda Ollscoile an QS. Is léiriú é an méid seo ar fheabhas graduate and set off on their own career journeys. na foirne agus na dáimhe agus ciallaíonn sé go mbeidh stádas ar leith ag cáilíocht na mac léinn nuair a bhainfidh siad a gcéim amach agus UCD is Ireland’s global university. We are the university-of-first-choice aghaidh a thabhairt ar a ngairm bheatha. among Irish students coming through the CAO (Central Applications Office) as well as the university-of-destination for the largest number Is í UCD ollscoil dhomhanda na hÉireann. Is í an ollscoil seo an chéad of international students coming to Ireland. There are now over 7,000 rogha ag mic léinn as Éirinn tríd an CAO (Lár-Oifig Iontrála) agus an international students on campus, making this a very cosmopolitan ollscoil ceann scríbe ag an gcuid is mó de na mic léinn idirnáisiúnta a environment. Additionally, UCD sends the largest number of thagann go hÉirinn. Tá níos mó ná 7,000 mac léinn idirnáisiúnta ar an undergraduate students on Erasmus or study abroad to some of the gcampas anois agus cruthaíonn sin timpeallacht an-ilnáisiúnach. Ina world’s top universities. So, our students can take advantage of an theannta sin, is í UCD is mó a sheolann mic léinn fochéime ar Erasmus international experience that prepares them to take their place in the nó ag staidéar thar lear i gcuid de na hollscoileanna is fearr ar domhan. global society. Sa dóigh sin, is féidir le mic léinn na hollscoile leas a bhaint as taithí idirnáisiúnta a ullmhóidh iad lena n-áit a thógáil i sochaí an domhain. Your university experience is a journey of academic and personal discovery. I invite you to learn as much as you can about the UCD Aistear acadúil agus aistear ina gcuirfidh mic léinn aithne orthu féin experience: the societies and sports, the events, the facilities and the atá i gceist leis an saol ar an ollscoil. Tugaim cuireadh duit eolas a chur great campus. And, I look forward to welcoming you to Belfield and ar an saol anseo i UCD: na cumainn agus an spórt, na himeachtaí, na into our vibrant and embracing community. háiseanna agus an campas iontach. Agus, táim ag súil le fáilte a chur romhat go Belfield agus chuig ár bpobal bríomhar agus fáiltiúil.
Professor Andrew Deeks, President, Uachtarán
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Contents
The UCD Experience Arts & Humanities 33 Law 83 Why UCD? 04 Arts (Two Subjects) 35 Law (BCL) 85 UCD Horizons 06 Humanities 34 Law with French Law 86 Open Days & Visit UCD 08 Celtic Studies, Art History & History 52 BCL/Maîtrise – Law Dual Degree 87 Global Citizenship 10 Classics, Art History Law with Chinese 88 UCD International 12 & Archaeology 53 Law with Economics 89 Scholarships & Awards 14 Classics, English & History 54 Law with History 90 Fees & Funding 17 Law with Irish 91 English, Drama & Film 55 Supporting Student 18 Law with Philosophy 92 English, European & Orientation & Accommodation 20 World Literatures 56 Law with Politics 93 Career Development Centre 22 Law with Social Justice 94 English with Creative Writing 57 Learning Support Services 24 Business & Law 95 Student Facilities & Supports 26 English Literature 58 Student Centre Languages, Linguistics & Cultures 59 Business 97 and Sport & Fitness 28 Music, Film & Drama 60 Clubs & Societies 30 Commerce 98 Modern Languages 61 Commerce – International 100 Economics & Finance 101 Applying to UCD Social Sciences 63 Business Studies 102 Admissions 196 Business & Law 95 UCD CAO Information 204 Computational Social Science 66 Actuarial & Financial Studies 135 Economics 67 Economics, Mathematics Campus Map 212 & Statistics 68 Transport Links 210 Landscapes & Society 69 Index 208 Philosophy, Politics & Economics 70 Useful Contacts 213 Psychology 71 Important Dates for Applicants 213 Social Policy & Sociology 72 Social Policy 74
Two Subject Combination 65
The information provided in this prospectus is correct at the time of going to press, but the degree programmes are subject to continuing development and the University reserves the right to make changes at any time, before or after a student’s admission. As much notice as possible will be given of such changes, but interested applicants should check www.ucd.ie regularly. All enquiries in relation to application and admission should be addressed to: UCD Student Desk, Tierney Building, UCD, Belfield, Dublin 4, Ireland. Contact: www.ucd.ie/studentdesk/contact Tel: +353 1 716 1555 Web: www.ucd.ie/myucd
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Science 103 Medicine 138 Veterinary Medicine 175
Biological, Biomedical Medicine 139 Veterinary Medicine 176 & Biomolecular Sciences Medicine (Graduate Entry) 141 Veterinary Medicine (Graduate Entry) 178 Biochemistry & Molecular Biology 107 Biomedical, Health & Life Sciences 142 Veterinary Nursing 179 Cell & Molecular Biology 108 Environmental Biology 109 Genetics 110 Radiography 143 Agriculture, Food & Nutrition 181 Microbiology 111 Radiography 144 Neuroscience 112 Agricultural Science 182 Pharmacology 113 Nursing & Midwifery 146 Agricultural Systems Technology 184 Physiology 114 Animal & Crop Production 185 Plant Biology 115 Nursing (General) 148 Animal Science 186 Zoology 116 Nursing (Children’s & General) 149 Animal Science – Equine 187 Biology, Mathematics & Education 117 Nursing (Mental Health) 150 Food & Agribusiness Management 188 Midwifery 151 Food Business with Chinese Studies 189 Chemistry & Chemical Sciences Dairy Business 190 Chemistry 118 Physiotherapy 152 Agri-Environmental Sciences 191 Chemistry with Food Science 192 Biophysical Chemistry 119 Physiotherapy 154 Chemistry with Environmental Human Nutrition 193 & Sustainable Chemistry 120 Forestry 194 Sport & Performance 155 Medicinal Chemistry Horticulture, Landscape & Chemical Biology 121 Health & Performance Science 157 & Sportsturf Management 195 Chemistry, Mathematics Sport & Exercise Management 158 & Education 122
Mathematical, Physical Architecture, Planning & Geological Sciences & Environmental Policy 159 Applied & Computational Mathematics 123 Architecture 161 Financial Mathematics 124 Landscape Architecture 162 Physics 125 City Planning & Mathematics 127 Environmental Policy 163 Statistics 129 Structural Engineering Physics with Astronomy with Architecture 174 & Space Science 130 Theoretical Physics 131 Engineering 165 Geology 132 Engineering 166 Applied Mathematics, Mathematics & Education 133 Biomedical Engineering 168 Physics, Mathematics & Education 134 Chemical & Bioprocess Engineering 169 Civil Engineering 170 Computer Science & Electrical Engineering 171 Actuarial and Financial Studies Electronic Engineering 171 Actuarial & Financial Studies 135 Energy Systems Engineering 172 Computer Science 136 Mechanical Engineering 173 Computer Science with Data Science 137 Structural Engineering with Architecture 174
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Why UCD?
Top 1% in World Rankings (THE & QS.) First 1choice for Irish School Leavers. First choice for International Students.
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UCD is No.1 in Ireland for 40 Subjects - QS World University Rankings 2017
World-Class Education UCD is at the forefront of global knowledge, with a curriculum constantly informed by the latest research and driven by lecturers at the cutting edge of their disciplines. The curriculum can be adapted to your personal preferences through the unique flexibility of UCD Horizons.
Excellent Job Prospects 92.5% of recently surveyed honours degree students entered employment or graduate study within 9 months of leaving UCD.
Study Abroad Opportunities UCD has over 400 exchange partners worldwide and offers students opportunities to study with 29 partner universities throughout Europe.
Sports Facilities, Societies, Clubs UCD offers a choice of over 150 clubs and societies, a cinema, student residences, unrivalled sports facilities and a 50 metre swimming pool.
One of Europe’s most vibrant Capital Cities Located just 5km from Dublin City, UCD is a leafy, state- of-the-art campus with woodland walks and several attractive lakes.
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UCD Horizons
The breadth of the UCD curriculum, along with the flexibility offered through UCD Horizons, gives you opportunities to broaden your learning in ways that other Irish universities can’t match.
UCD’s educational philosophy is What is UCD Horizons? How does UCD Horizons work? inspired by the university’s founder UCD Horizons is an opportunity for you to It’s your choice. You can take your Elective and author of The Idea of a University, pursue other areas that interest you outside modules from within your main subject; John Henry Newman. Today, UCD your specific degree. we call this deepening your learning. Alternatively, you can take your Elective promotes university life as a journey In UCD, every programme has Core and modules from outside of your subject, we of both academic and personal Option modules. UCD Horizons gives you call this broadening your horizons. discovery, a strong example of this the opportunity to take additional modules philosophy being the innovative UCD called Electives in areas that interest you.* You can also choose to take Structured Horizons undergraduate curriculum. Electives. This means taking your Elective This means that you can adapt your degree modules in a structured manner over the to your personal preferences. The university course of your programme. This gives you a will guide you through your choices, helping recognised block of leaning in a subject area. to set you on your own learning path. Among the wide range of choices available, you will see exciting Discovery modules that look at current and future issues of national and global importance. These Discovery modules combine teaching and learning across more than one subject, in areas where UCD is leading on international research. www.ucd.ie/ucdelectives
*The availability of modules is dependent on factors such as your timetable and the volume of students seeking places (demand).
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UCD Horizons Sample Structure for One Year of a Degree
10 Core & Option Modules 2 Elective Modules* from within or outside in your degree subject(s) your degree subject(s) Year Total = 12 Modules 60 50 + 10 Credits Credits Credits
*In some programmes and/or stages the 50:10 balance may vary.
“One of the persuading factors “UCD Horizons is the main reason to go to UCD for me was UCD I came to UCD. It basically gives Horizons. The first elective I chose you an opportunity to do anything was Introduction to Forensic from around college, at least Anthropology! Well it wasn’t actually one module every semester, as bizarre for me as it sounds; which is good; it gives you an I was at the time really into the opportunity to keep your interest. show Bones and even considered I did Astronomy last year as part studying anthropology at college of that and I absolutely loved it. level. We got to look at the evolution I chose UCD basically because it of hominids (humans and their had the course I wanted and they relatives), as well as lab work where have really good opportunities.” Ciara Sweeney we got hands-on experience of Anu Joy Grad Entry Vet Med identifying different bones.” Chemical & Bioprocess Engineering student
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Open Days & Visit UCD
Choosing your university is a big decision. To help you to find out more about UCD, we have listed a few ways in which you can learn more about us, from Open Days right through to Summer School.
UCD OPEN DAY SATURDAY 4th NOVEMBER, 2017 10am - 4pm
At the UCD Open Day, you can meet staff and current students and find out more at... - Course Talks - Mini-seminars - Campus Tours - Information Stands Open to 6th years and their parents, mature students, teachers and guidance counsellors; this event will take place on Saturday 4th November, 2017, from 10.00am to 4.00pm.
www.ucd.ie/openday
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@askucd #ucdopenday
@myucd #myucd
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Create your myUCD account so you can receive regular updates on upcoming UCD events and news.
www.myucd.ie/visiting-ucd
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@askucd
@myucd #myucd
Subject Events Schools Liaison Summer School, 5 - 8 June 2018 Throughout the year, a number of subject- School Talks Seize the opportunity to experience specific events are held on campus. From September to April each year, our university life with UCD’s Summer School Examples of these are the Science Careers School Liaison Staff are available to visit for secondary school students (entering 6th & Information Evening and the Experience schools. To arrange for a speaker to visit Year, or Year 13 A-Level, in September 2018). Engineering programme. your school, please contact: UCD Summer School is aimed at students www.myucd.ie/visiting-ucd � � [email protected] nearing the end of their second-level � +353 1 716 1507 education, who know what discipline they UCD CAO Information Evening 2018 want to pursue at university but don’t yet To assist you with your CAO application, Careers Fairs know what path to take through their degree. UCD will host a CAO Information Evening on UCD is represented at all of the major Tuesday 9th January 2018, from 5.00pm to nationwide IGC career and regional fairs. � www.ucd.ie/myucd/summerschool 7.00pm. This event is open to 6th years and To arrange for a representative to attend their parents, mature students, teachers a careers fair, please contact: and guidance counsellors. � [email protected] � www.myucd.ie/visiting-ucd � +353 1 716 1507 Visiting UCD School Groups From October to April each year, we welcome secondary school groups to campus. We can accommodate up to 150 secondary school students during visits. � [email protected] � +353 1 716 1507 Individual & Small Group Tours These visits usually take place three times a week and each day during school mid-term breaks. They last approximately 60 minutes and can be booked directly by logging on to www.ucd.ie/myucd/campustours. Family and/or friends are also welcome to attend. � www.myucd.ie/visiting-ucd UCD Student Ambassador giving advice at Open Day.
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Global Citizenship
UCD encourages all of our undergraduate students to study abroad. In an increasingly complex global age, UCD provides an international context for your studies, giving you opportunities to experience the wider world.
Earn your global citizenship and Study Abroad Opportunities Students can study with one of our take up one of a number of exciting UCD has over 400 exchange partners Universitas 21 partners, such as the opportunities - give your degree an worldwide for students to choose from, University of Connecticut, University of British Columbia, University of Auckland and international edge by studying abroad, whether you want to increase your fluency in University of Melbourne. volunteering overseas or participating a second language or study through English. in international summer schools or on- campus international activities! UCD students can receive Erasmus grant Alternatively, students can choose other funding for exchanges with partner exchanges with universities in Canada, Hong universities in 30 countries throughout Kong, Japan, New Zealand, Singapore and Europe. the USA.
400 Exchange Partners Worldwide
30 Countries throughout Europe
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Why Go On Exchange? International Adventure and Travel Volunteering Opportunities Travel extensively and immerse yourself Established in 2003, UCD Volunteers in a new culture. Overseas (UCDVO) is a registered Quality of Learning charity which provides students, staff Continue to study at some of the best and graduates with the opportunity to universities worldwide. volunteer for the benefit of disadvantaged communities overseas, in response Your Career to needs explicitly identified by those Improve your career prospects. A period communities. UCDVO’s vision is for UCD of study abroad at a top university will set students to graduate with an understanding your CV apart. of the challenges facing humanity worldwide and the determination and Communications self-belief to tackle the issues underlying “I feel like I learnt a great deal about Improve your language skills. poverty and inequality in the world. myself and about the wider world whilst participating on the programme and I Friendship UCDVO’s Volunteer Programme is a hope that it is an experience which will Meet new friends from around the world. one-year commitment, which includes stand to me in the future. I know that my New Learning Environment a four-week placement overseas, and time in Morogoro will live very long in my Experience a new learning environment a structured series of development memory. The people I met, the places I saw and teaching methods. education workshops, training and and the many incredible experiences I had debriefing. Current project locations are memories that I will cherish for the Have Fun! include India, Haiti, Nicaragua, Tanzania rest of my life.” Most of our students say they had the and Uganda. Applications open in Eleanor Morris participated in the UCDVO best time of their lives on their semester/ September each year. Volunteering and Development Education year abroad. Programme in 2014. She volunteered in Morogoro, Tanzania on a computer education project with our overseas partner TanzED
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Ireland’s Global University
At UCD, students benefit from a fully rounded educational experience, enhanced by the university’s strong international context, factors which prepare them for life and work across borders and cultures.
UCD is Ireland’s most international KEY FACT university and the most popular destination for Irish school leavers. Ireland is ranked in the 10 best Ranked in the top 1% of universities educated countries in the world. worldwide, UCD is also the largest and most diverse university in Ireland, with more than 6,000 international students MOST GLOBALISED from 127 countries. This international Ireland is the most globalised context enriches the university nation in the western world and experience for UCD students, equipping the world’s third most globalised them with the tools to contribute nation (Ernst & Young). proactively in the global community.
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Ireland’s Global University UCD Global Lounge UCD’s popularity as a study destination has All students are encouraged to spend time in been built upon the strong foundations of the UCD Global Lounge, a dedicated student academic excellence, coupled with a world- space and platform for cultural exchange. class campus. For this reason, every year, A dynamic, fun and energetic place to meet more school leavers in Ireland opt to attend and hang out between and after classes, the UCD than any other university. UCD Global Lounge is open until 9pm Monday UCD’s reputation for excellence is also the to Sunday in term-time. As well as offering deciding factor for many students from games for all to engage in, international the European Union and beyond. These students can keep up to date with news students are also attracted by the vibrancy from home, with over 350 international TV of Dublin and the appeal of Ireland as a channels available to view. place to study. While Lonely Planet ranked The UCD Global Lounge also hosts a wide Ireland as “World’s Friendliest Country”, the variety of international information sessions country and its capital city can also boast and events throughout the year, making the following: it one of the first places that all students ––Ranked in the 10 best educated countries should explore when they first come to in the world – 24/7 Wall St/OECD Education campus. at a Glance report. � www.ucd.ie/international/current- ––Dublin is Europe’s “tech capital” – home students/global-lounge/ to 9 of the 10 largest global ICT companies. ––Dublin is one of Europe’s most vibrant, lively cities, with the youngest population in Europe. ––Dublin is a designated UNESCO City of Literature with four Nobel Prizes for literature (George Bernard Shaw, W.B. www.ucd.ie/international Yeats, Seamus Heaney and Samuel Beckett). facebook.com/ucdinternational ––Dublin is one of Europe’s oldest cities, with @UCDInternat a historic centre of classical buildings, museums and art galleries that can be youtube.com/UCDGlobal easily explored on foot.
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UCD Ad Astra Academy The Ad Astra Academy recognises and nurtures Scholarships exceptional students in academia, sports and the performing arts by offering them unique supports & Awards and opportunities. The students benefit from a scholarship, mentoring and a range of tailored supports.
Professor Mark Rogers, Registrar and Deputy President, UCD Ad Astra Elite Sports Scholar, Gillian Pinder, Business and Law, UCD Ad Astra Performing Arts Scholars, Tiarnán Fallon with Ciara Pugh, Ad Astra Scholar. represents Ireland against Australia in 2016 Festival of Hockey. Verbruggen, Hannah Lucey and Evan Lynch.
UCD Ad Astra Academic Scholars UCD Ad Astra Elite Sports Scholars UCD Ad Astra The UCD Ad Astra Academic programme The UCD Ad Astra Elite Sports programme, Performing Arts Scholars is looking for students who have a proven supports students who are competing and The UCD Ad Astra Performing Arts record of academic excellence and a desire succeeding at the highest sporting levels. programme offers opportunities to students to continue to achieve at the highest level. Eligibility – prospective students who excel in theatre performance / creation Eligibility – prospective students Please refer to the website for minimum or classical music and wish to develop their Ad Astra Academic scholarships are awarded standards of entry in relevant sports. performance talents while pursuing a degree on the basis of the academic criteria of Applications must be made online no in UCD. 6 H1s in the first sitting of the Leaving later than January 31, 2018. In addition Eligibility – prospective students Cert (or A Level equivalent), as well as an to this, students should complete their Scholarships are offered to students online application. Applications will open on CAO forms as usual by February 1, 2018, with a proven record of dedication to the February 1, 2018, and close on August 20, for undergraduate admission. Graduate development of their performance work. 2018. Following the release of CAO offers, applicants should apply directly to UCD in the Applications must be made online no later shortlisted candidates will be invited for normal way. Unsuccessful applicants may than January 31, 2018. In addition to this, interview. elect to have their application automatically students should complete their CAO forms as considered for a sports scholarship. Eligibility – while studying at UCD usual by February 1, 2018, for undergraduate Each year, up to 17 academic scholarships Eligibility – while studying at UCD admission. Graduate applicants should apply are awarded to high achieving students at Current students can also apply to the directly to UCD in the normal way. the end of first year. Ad Astra Elite Sports scholarship Eligibility – while studying at UCD programme by the closing date above. Benefits Current students can also apply to the ––A €3,000 scholarship allowance, which may Benefits Performing Arts scholarship programme be used to offset fees, accommodation, or ––A €3,000 scholarship allowance, which may by the closing date above. used as a bursary. be used to offset fees or accommodation, or Benefits used as a bursary. ––Preferential access to allocated ––A €3,000 scholarship allowance, which may on-campus accommodation, the cost of ––Preferential access to allocated on-campus be used to offset fees or accommodation, which may be offset with the scholarship accommodation, the cost of which may be used as a bursary to support instrumental/ allowance. offset with the scholarship allowance. vocal/theatrical tuition. ––The support of a dedicated academic ––The support of a dedicated academic mentor. mentor. ––Preferential access to allocated ––Access to expert training, coaching on-campus accommodation, the cost of ––A programme of workshops and seminars and facilities. which may be offset with the scholarship by academics, distinguished alumni and allowance. guest speakers to develop the scholars’ ––Sports science conditioning and monitoring. academic and personal potential. ––The support of a dedicated academic ––Networking and development opportunities. Key Fact mentor. 8 UCD Ad Astra Sports Scholars ––The opportunity to work with experienced participated in the 2016 Rio de Janeiro professionals in seminar and workshop Olympic Games. settings. ––The opportunity to perform in concerts, www.ucd.ie/adastraacademy/academic/ www.ucd.ie/adastraacademy/sports/ recitals and theatre productions.
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University Scholarships & Awards Student excellence and achievement are recognised in UCD, through a wide variety of scholarships and awards. The University supports a range of scholarships, at undergraduate and postgraduate level, and awards, which celebrate the diverse talents of our students. Many of these awards are highly regarded by employers and industry.
Ad Astra Sports Scholar Paul O’Donovan after winning a Ciaran Frawley in action at the 65th Annual Colours match against Dublin University FC. silver medal for rowing in the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Academic Scholarships & Awards Sports Scholarships “I was fortunate enough to be awarded Entrance Scholars Sports Scholarship Programme a University Scholarship in Law, in UCD recognises the calibre of its incoming 2008 and 2009. In addition to being high-achieving students with the award of Eligibility – prospective students a great encouragement for my UCD Entrance Scholar. Entrance Scholar Recipients have the potential to compete studies, the scholarships have been awards are presented to first year students at the highest national level, and above, in really beneficial when applying for who achieve 560 points or more in their a particular sport. Candidates apply to CAO graduate school at Harvard, and when Leaving Certificate (or equivalent second- as normal and submit a supplementary seeking employment in the US, where level examination), in recognition of their application to UCD Sport by April 2, 2018. candidates are always competing academic accomplishment. Where an application is submitted for with so many other equally qualified an Ad Astra Elite Sports Scholarship and individuals and where every little extra Eligibility is unsuccessful, it can automatically be helps! Following my LLM, I worked as No application is required and recipients considered for a Sports Scholarship. There’s a Harvard Law School Public Service are automatically informed. no need to complete a supplementary Fellow, and am currently working as a Benefits application. Helton Fellow of the American Society Recipients are presented with a recognition of International Law.” certificate and their achievements are Eligibility – while studying at UCD Peter Dunne, University Scholar, Law recorded on their academic transcript. This is subject to renewal on an annual basis and can be awarded at any stage during your University Scholars time at UCD. University Scholarships are awarded on the basis of outstanding academic performance Benefits “Winning a UCD choral scholarship in each stage of a programme. UCD awards Each scholarship is assessed on an had a massive part to play in making over 200 such scholarships to students at individual basis. However, benefits include my college life an incredible one. The the University Awards Day each year. access to the high performance centre and music we made was of a standard I team gym, with personal and squad training, had never experienced before. I had no Benefits free pool membership, access to on campus clue that membership of this ensem- Recipients are presented with a bursary and accommodation (if required), access to ble would take me to Budapest, let a parchment, and the scholarship is noted reduced sports physio and massage, travel alone on a ten-day tour of the USA! on their academic transcript. with teams to national and international I made some of my greatest friends Awards and Prizes competition and academic support. Also a through my membership of UCD Choral bursary may be awarded which can be used Scholars, and the best part is that we Across the University up to 300 separate to offset fees, accommodation, equipment, hail from all over the country and are awards, prizes and medals are presented books, sports medicine etc. studying completely different things.” annually to undergraduate and postgraduate Kate Lenehan, Choral Scholar students who excel in specific subject areas or modules. Benefits Depending on the type of award, a bursary, medal or prize will be awarded and noted on the recipient’s academic transcript. www.ucd.ie/sport/scholarships www.ucd.ie/scholarships [email protected]
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Terms and conditions apply. The value, number and benefits of scholarships may vary from year to year. 15 Scholarships & Awards
For more information and a full listing Scholarships of UCD scholarships and awards visit: & Awards www.ucd.ie/scholarships
UCD Choral Scholarships UCD offers 18 scholarships (worth €1,000 on average) to talented singers to form UCD Choral Scholars, the university’s premier vocal ensemble. These scholars represent UCD at key university events, on radio, on TV, in performance with leading national and international ensembles, and on tour (USA, UK, Hungary, Italy, Holland). The group released a disc for Signum Records UK in 2015 and will record a second disc in 2018. Being a UCD Choral UCD Orchestra at the European Student Orchestra Festival in Leuven, Belgium, April 2017. Scholar is a great way to meet students from other disciplines and to make friends Scoláireachtaí Theach na Gaeilge President’s Awards for life. If you are interested in applying for Bhord na Gaeilge/ UCD Irish The President’s Awards recognise that the an audition, please see the recruitment university experience has many facets and page at www.ucd.ie/choralscholars. Language Student Residence Scheme they reward student achievement and For further information, contact performance in a variety of areas: Tairgeann Bord na Gaeilge UCD 24 Dr Desmond Earley, Artistic Director: exceptional contribution to college life, scoláireacht san iomlán, do mhic léinn volunteering or achievement against � Email: [email protected] ionchasacha agus do mhic léinn reatha le adversity. � Web: www.ucd.ie/choralscholars cónaí trí mheán na Gaeilge agus le feidhmiú � Twitter: @UCDChoral mar ambasadóirí teanga. Roghnaítear www.ucdsocieties.com/presidentsaward iarrthóirí ar bhonn foirm iarratais agus Eligibility – while studying at UCD agallaimh. UCD Symphony Orchestra Any current UCD student can be nominated Scholarships Cáilitheacht for a President’s Award. Nominations come UCD Symphony Orchestra Scholarships Mic léinn atá ag gabháil d’aon chúrsa de from UCD staff and students. A selection are awarded to talented students in key chuid na hollscoile atá líofa sa Ghaeilge agus committee determines, from the list of positions within UCD Symphony Orchestra. tiomanta do chur chun cinn gníomhach na nominated students, those students to These scholars join other talented teanga. receive the President’s Award. Typically 15 students in performances at major venues students are selected each year. Buntáistí in Dublin, such as Christ Church Cathedral, Mairfidh na hiarrthóirí a n-éireoidh leo i the Convention Centre and the National Universitas 21 Scholarships Concert Hall. The orchestra regularly ‘dTeach na Gaeilge’, mion-Ghaeltacht na engages in collaborations with other hOllscoile agus aisíocfar céatadán den UCD offers scholarships to UCD students universities, having recently travelled to chostas cónaithe leo. Cuirfear cúrsaí going on semester and year-long exchanges Germany, Sweden and Belgium. ionduchtaithe agus traenála ar fáil dóibh. to our U21 Asian and Latin American Ceann de bhuaicphointí na bliana ná an university partners. The level of scholarship There are opportunities to work with malartán le Taigh na Gàidhlig, Ollscoil depends on the length of exchange. celebrated soloists and in sectional Ghlaschú, agus Ollscoil Dhún Éideann Albain. For more information: [email protected] rehearsals with establish professional Beidh scoláireacht Theach na Gaeilge luaite � musicians. The UCD Symphony Orchestra ar a dtras-scríbhinn acadúil. is noted for its innovative programming, Beidh foirmeacha iarratais ar fáil ón UCD Global Excellence Scholarships which embraces mainstream symphonic 1 Márta 2018. Gach eolas le fáil ó: repertoire, choral works, popular music UCD awards a small number of tuition fee Cl ár Ní Bhuachalla, Oifigeach Gaeilge and multi-media events. scholarships to high-achieving international � Ríomhphost: [email protected] applicants. For further information, contact � Suíomh: www.ucd.ie/bnag Dr Ciaran Crilly, Artistic Director: � www.ucd.ie/international/ study-at-ucd-global/ coming-to- � Email: [email protected] ireland/scholarships-and-funding � Web: www.ucd.ie/orchestra
Terms and conditions apply. The value, number and benefits of scholarships may vary from year to year. 16 UCD Experience
Undergraduate Tuition Fees consist of the following three elements: Fees & — Tuition Fees — Student Contribution Charge Funding — Student Levy
Tuition Fees — Student Contribution Charge Student Centre Levy The Free Fees Initiative ––The Student Contribution Charge for All students will be liable for payment of the Under the Higher Education Free Fees 2017/18 has been set at €3,000. Student Centre Levy. The Student Centre Initiative (this scheme is currently ––If you are eligible under the Higher Levy for 2017/18 is €254. under review), the State pays the Education Free Fees Initiative, you will Grants tuition fees for eligible full-time, non- have to pay the Student Contribution repeat undergraduate, EU/EEA/Swiss Charge and the Student Centre Levy. New entrants to the Higher Education confederation students who: The “free fees” scheme will pay the tuition Grants Scheme will be managed through ––Are first-time undergraduates. fees element. the Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI) system, rather than through ––Hold EU/EEA/Swiss confederation ––If you are not eligible for “free fees”, individual County Councils, Local Authorities nationality or official refugee status you will have to pay the full programme or VECs. Some continuing students (pre- (see website for comprehensive list of fee rate, which includes the Student SUSI) will be managed by their existing grant categories). Contribution Charge and Student authority. If you think you are eligible for a Centre Levy. ––Have been ordinarily resident in an EU/ grant, you should deal directly with SUSI. EEA/Swiss confederation member ––Students have the option to pay the [email protected] state for at least three of the five years Student Contribution in two parts: �
preceding their entry to an approved at the start of semester one and at +353 761 087874 course. the start of semester two. Reductions www.studentfinance.ie for second and subsequent children Only students who are not eligible under the Funding & Loan Options Free Fees Initiative are liable to pay full fees. take place via the tax system. Many financial institutions are now ––The Student Contribution Charge may Students who are classified as non-EU offering tailored funding or loan options be paid by the Exchequer in respect of students pay non-EU fees. The fees for third-level students. Students should students who qualify under the Higher schedule and fees information are available contact providers directly for support Education Grants Scheme. at www.ucd.ie/students/fees and advice on the financial options available Updated information about tuition fees and to them in funding their study. fee payment for students entering UCD in 2018 will be available from summer 2018, when fees are set by the Department of Education and Skills. www.ucd.ie/students/fees
Budgeting Guidelines The cost of living in Dublin can be high, Please use the figures below as a rough although it very much depends on each estimate of a monthly/nine-month student’s individual needs. student budget.
Cost of Living for Student Living away from Home Cost of Living for Student Living at Home
Annual Cost € Annual Cost € Expense Monthly € Nine months Expense Monthly € Nine months (academic year) (academic year) Rent (Shared – Own Room) 350–600 3,150–5,400 Contribution to Bills 34 306
Utilities (Electricity/Gas/Bins/Internet) 33 297 Food 70 630 Food 250 2,250 Travel 119 1,071 Travel (Monthly Short Hop ticket) 119 1,071 (Monthly Short Hop ticket) Books & Materials 71 639 Books and Materials 71 639 Clothes/Medical 45 405 Clothes/Medical 45 405 Mobile 20 180 Mobile 20 180 Social Life/Miscellaneous 130 1,170 Social Life/Misc 112 1,008 Total €1,018–€1,268 €9,162–€11,412 Total €471 €4,239
17 UCD Access & Lifelong Learning Supporting Students
UCD Future ‘You’ Mentors, UCD Access & Lifelong Learning Centre.
At UCD we are committed to fostering an environment that is attractive and inclusive to all students, including students with a disability, mature students and students who for a variety of social and economic reasons are under-represented in university.
UCD has a number of initiatives which Outreach, Information Student Support enable a wide range of students to and Guidance In addition to our general supports, a pursue their studies in UCD. These include –– Information sessions for prospective number of specific post-entry supports outreach activities, providing information students at UCD Open Days. are available for students with a disability, mature students and HEAR students. and offering alternative admission –– Outreach activities for linked community These include: pathways and post-entry support. organisations and schools, offering on- and off-campus information workshops, ––Orientation activities and academic taster activities, interactive projects, skills support. academic support and mentoring Pathways - the alternative routes to studying ––Advice and guidance on academic, at UCD video; available at: www.ucd.ie/all programmes. personal and practical issues. –– HEAR and DARE applicant support and ––Needs based financial support for advice clinics. HEAR students. –– Open evenings and information sessions ––Needs assessment for exam for Mature Students. accommodations and Assistive Technology support for students with a disability. ––Specialised Student Support www.ucd.ie/openingworlds ––Scholarships.
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Alternative Admission Pathways
Higher Education Disability Access QQI-FET Mature Students University Access Open Learning Access Route Route to Education to Arts, Humanities, (HEAR) (DARE) Social Sciences, Law, Science, Engineering and Agriculture Science
School leavers from School leavers with a Students with appropriate Applicants on the Access programmes for Over 200 modules will under-represented disability or specific QQI-FET (level 5 or 6) grounds of mature mature students provide be on offer for adult socio-economic learning difficulty. qualifications & modules, years (23 and over). an alternative entry learners. Students can groups. with a minimum of route to study at degree participate and immerse distinctions in five level in UCD. themselves in student modules can be admitted Mature students who life through this part- on a competitive basis achieve the required time mode of study. to a number of degree academic standard in Each Module carries 5 programmes. their assessment are ECTS. Modules can be guaranteed entry to taken for credit or audit. specific programmes Students may combine in UCD in the following modules to receive a academic year. certificate or diploma award.
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“Going to college, specifically to UCD, was always “My name is Aisling and I’m a 1st year History and Politics something I wanted and I tried hard to achieve.Being in Student from Dublin. I applied for DARE in 6th year and UCD gives me the opportunity to get involved in almost I’ve found it to be so beneficial in college. The supports anything, keeping me interested and active all the time. in college have been really great, especially the exam I was offered a place through the HEAR Scheme into supports. My course is amazing: arts has so many subjects my dream course - Computer Science. This year, I have and modules on offer. The modules really allow you to decided to further develop my skills and take part in the specialise and I’m looking forward to doing modules on Future You mentoring programme: I have made many gender and the Middle East next year. I’ve found that new friends and mentor students in my old secondary societies really allow you to engage with students and staff. school in preparing for the Leaving Certificate and making My favourite thing about UCD is how engaging the staff are; their college choices.” they’re all really approachable and helpful.” Patryk Labuzek Stage 3, Computer Science student, Aisling O’Connell Stage 2, History and Politics, Access Future You Mentor Leader and Vice Auditor of Politics and International Relations Society
“My name is Melissa and I’m a mature student from “The Access to Arts & Human Sciences programme County Wicklow. I’m in my second year of midwifery guaranteed me a place on the (BCL Hon) Law degree. and I love it! I chose to return to college as a mature Studying Law has been challenging but rewarding, student as I had always wanted to study midwifery but and I have learnt how to balance both my personal and didn’t have the points. The mature entry route made university life. With the support of the Law School, I have midwifery accessible to me, where before it wasn’t an fundraised for charitable causes like Childline and the option. I love midwifery. I really enjoy that the course is ISPCC; this has enhanced my university experience and split into theory and practical skills. Getting hands on personal development. I am well on my way to meeting experience in a hospital is fantastic and really affirms my potential and working towards a career I have always that I made the right decision to return to college. wanted.” Everyone is lovely and the support for students is Joy Kangere Stage 4, Law Student second to none! I’m a member of UCD LitSoc and the best part about it is that although I’m studying my passion, midwifery, I also get to explore my love of poetry and writing as a hobby.” “Archaeology has been an interest of mine for 40 years, but it wasn’t possible to pursue this interest until I Melissa Plunkett Stage 3, Midwifery, Access Leader retired. UCD Open Learning allows me to access the and Poet highest quality teaching in Archaeology. The library and online access to the best quality journals enable me to investigate areas of interest. Now having the option to work towards a certificate or diploma award is an added bonus.” Aidan Giblin Open Learning Student
19 Orientation & Accommodation
Orientation & Accommodation
Ireland’s largest university campus, UCD is a vibrant student community with over 2,800 students living on a state-of-the-art campus only 5km from Dublin city centre.
Life at university is not just about New Student Orientation “Orientation week was a great lectures and study: there is so much To help you settle into life at UCD, we help for learning my way around more to being at UCD. You will find organise a timetable of events known as campus and the facilities. I also that sports, societies and an active Student Orientation for all incoming new got to meet my Peer Mentor, social life are vital ingredients of your students. This takes place the week before who was able to give me tips about my course.” university experience. Orientation the academic year begins and it is a special week is a great opportunity to get to week for new students only. It is designed Cillian Ryan, Social Science know your campus and classmates, to help you find your way in UCD. and explore the facilities on offer. The best part of Orientation is that it’s fun! “ I found Orientation week Annual Orientation traditions include very useful as it gave me comedy, tapas and salsa dancing, debates, the opportunity to get to know movie nights, sports tournaments, DJ and people in my course and learn band nights in the Student Club, scavenger my way around the campus. It hunts and the Orientation Céilí and Barbecue. made settling into UCD much easier. “ Peer Mentoring Daniel Nolan As a new student you’ll be assigned a Peer Commerce International Mentor. Peer Mentors are volunteer second or third year students from your academic area who will help you settle in to UCD. Your Peer Mentor will contact you before you even begin Orientation. They will remain your point of contact throughout your Accommodation Booking Key Fact first semester, arranging group meetings and Support Office and providing information about Merville Residences UCD has the largest Peer assignments, exams, registration Email: [email protected] Tel: +353 1 716 5772 Mentor programme of any Irish and subject-related issues. university, with over 600 Peer +353 1 716 5773 Mentors last year.
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“Having a Peer Mentor was Living on Campus Booking Facts a valuable experience that Coming to live on campus at UCD as a first ––Select from a wide range of locations provided a solid and positive year student is an exciting and liberating with different prices and facilities. foundation for my first year experience. To help new students adjust to ––You have a choice of rooms. An electronic in college.” college life, UCD Residences gives priority booking system provides basic to first year students with on-campus Donal Campbell, Psychology information on the profile of students places (typically over 1,000 first years are already booked into shared apartments. accommodated).Options for undergraduates “Peer mentors are a really include self-catering apartments, halls of On Campus Residential Services great resource, and it’s a residence, and catered accommodation ––24 hr support for residents lovely feeling knowing there’s which include meals in the cost. Specially someone on a student level adapted facilities are provided for students ––On site maintenance team you can turn to with any with disabilities. ––Launderettes queries or problems.” As a guideline, accommodation fees for ––Gym and social spaces Louise Callan the 2017/18 academic year ranged from –– On site Residence Assistants (RAs) €6,060 to €10,710, depending on the type Archaeology and Irish Folklore and security of accommodation. ––ResLife programme Applications for UCD Residences normally open in May. For details and updates on Residential Assistants the application process, see www.ucd.ie/ Each location has a team of RAs. residences. For off-campus options, see The Residential Assistants are current www.ucdaccommodationpad.ie. UCD Students who work closely with the Residence Service Team and provide a high quality service for residents out of hours.
ResLife Programme The Reslife programme aims to build a community within the Residence. There are organised events throughout the year e.g. sports activities, fitness classes, cooking classes, social events, day trips.
21 UCD Career Development Centre
Developing Your Career at UCD ONLINE RESOURCES
STAND OUT! Your Roadmap to Success Engage Book a Quick Query appointment on Careers Connect today!
Get Involved! 1st Year Explore Career Options! 2nd-3rd Year
of recently surveyed honours degree students entered employment or graduate study within 92.5% 9 months of leaving UCD
UCD is committed to helping students - Take credit bearing and non credit-bearing Start Here to prepare for life beyond University. programmes & workshops to develop your Whether you have a clear vision of what skills, competencies and attitudes that Get Your Career you want to do upon graduation or are employers seek. just beginning to look at your career -Develop a winning CV, cover letter and Sorted! options, we can help. interview techniques for face-to-face, telephone, Skype and group interviews and Check us out at www.ucd.ie/careers and learn how best to compete for jobs. come visit the Centre when you are in your first year- give yourself the edge Supporting your Career and over your competition! Professional Development During the academic year 2016/17, The Career Development Centre will help you: UCD students developed the skills and - Understand the range of national and competencies and career knowledge needed international career opportunities available for success. Here are some key statistics: to you. - Find out what other UCD graduates from - 8,325 UCD students attended at least one your programme have gone on to do. of 196 tailored lectures and workshops carried out in UCD Schools organised by the Career Development Centre.
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ONLINE RESOURCES
STAND OUT! Your Roadmap to Success Engage Book a Quick Query appointment on Careers Connect today!
Explore Career Options! 2nd-3rd Year Apply! Final Year
- 166 students completed a non-credit What Employers Say about UCD Certificate with the Centre e.g. the Graduates & Internships UCD Career Non Credit Certificate in Work-Related Development Centre Learning. “Every year we hire UCD students for all our programmes including our Summer You can find us on the corner of - 2,087 students availed of the career Internship programme, our Work Placement the James Joyce Library building. coaching and guidance services. programme and our Graduate programme. We have our own entrance next to the Campus Bookshop and - 1,994 students completed on-line self- We have alumni from UCD throughout every opposite the main lake. assessment tools such as: Occupational part of our business from Partners through Interest Inventory, Type Dynamic to Associates. We hire UCD students from Indicator (helping students understand all courses including Business, Accountancy, the relationship of their personality to Law, Science, Arts and Engineering. The students we recruit are enterprising, work), Numerical and Verbal and Abstract passionate, innovative , bright and have Reasoning tests. strong communication and interpersonal - 4,369 students attended 4 Recruitment skills. They’re seeking an opportunity for Fairs held on campus. personal and professional growth, the chance to experience new cultures, to build Networking Opportunities with lasting relationships and make an impact. World Leading Employers Students and graduates from UCD fulfil all of these requirements and we find that they - 176 employers attended 4 Recruitment thrive in PwC.” Fairs on campus, targeting UCD students for intern and graduate jobs. Niamh McInerney, Head of Graduate Recruitment, PwC - 2,561 intern and graduate jobs were “Experience has shown UCD graduates from Career Ambassador providing information at a Career directed to the UCD Career Development Development Centre Event. all disciplines to possess the attributes and Centre for promotion to students at UCD. skills needed to thrive in our business and - 106 employer-led workshops, lectures and deliver high quality and innovative solutions recruitment presentations were delivered for which Accenture is renowned.” www.ucd.ie/careers on campus. Hilary O’Meara, Head of Accenture’s facebook.com/ucdcareers - 642 employers were added to the Centre’s Technology Growth Platform in Ireland employer database. twitter.com/ucdcareers
23 Learning Supports
Learning Support Services
For new students entering first year, UCD provides dedicated resources to support learning and development.
UCD Library IT Services Visit any of our site libraries, or the Library’s websites, and discover what a valuable IT Access Anytime UCD is a BYOD (Bring your own device) resource UCD Library can be, with 842,000 UCD has the largest wireless network in campus so come to us for all your device print books, 262,000 e-books, numerous the country, so studying, socialising and queries. subject databases and approximately working on assignments are easier at UCD. Remember, online support is available at 98,000 print or electronic journals. If UCD Students can avail of free wireless coverage www.ucd.ie/it hasn’t got a book you are looking for, we’ll on campus, including residences. help you obtain it through our Inter-Library Online services can be accessed 24/7, IT Facilities on Campus Loan Service or give you an access card for whether you are at home or abroad through IT Services have open-access laboratories another library. UCD Connect. located across campus, where you can login We provide: UCD Connect gives you access to your and access your UCD Connect account and a personal files, library resources and online range of networked software applications. ––Library staff to help you locate resources learning resources, along with: for assignments via our online catalogue IT Services run an event as part of and other sources. ––Email and a personal calendar, Orientation Week to introduce new students ––Library tours and training sessions. including class timetable. to some of the main IT facilities used in UCD. Check your Orientation timetable for details. ––Websites/social media channels providing ––Google Drive. information, e-tutorials and videos on ––Blackboard E-learning system. finding books or articles, references, ––Application Jukebox (Software Delivery). Cúrsaí Gaeilge/ Irish Language bibliographies and avoiding plagiarism. Courses and Activities ––3,150 reading or study places UCD Mobile Cuireann Bord na Gaeilge UCD cursaí ar fáil for quiet study. You can download a free app called ag 5 leibhéal maraon le cúrsaí ar líne agus UCD Mobile, that includes an interactive ––Group study rooms and social imeachtaí don chainteoir líofa. learning spaces. map of campus, news updates, events calendar, sports fixtures and much more! Bord na Gaeilge UCD provides courses in ––Self-issue and return kiosks. conversational Irish, from beginners to Help and Advice ––Online services enabling you to renew advanced, including an online course, as well loans, pay fines or book study rooms 24/7. There are two drop-in IT Centres on campus as a range of activities and social events ––Wifi and network connections throughout. where you can go to get IT advice and through Irish. assistance. They are located in the Daedalus ––PCs or a laptop loan service (James Joyce � www.ucd.ie/bnag and Health Sciences buildings. /Health Sciences Libraries). � facebook.com/BordnaGaeilgeUCD � www.ucd.ie/library www.ucd.ie/it
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UCD Innovation Academy UCD Writing Centre Maths Support Centre (MSC) UCD Innovation Academy offers elective Being an undergrad means being a writer. Many students find maths difficult. The MSC modules to undergraduate students. You will All UCD students have to demonstrate their is a welcoming environment, offering help have the opportunity to learn in an innovative knowledge in the written format. How can the with maths, applied maths or statistics. and creative environment through workshops, Writing Centre help? industry engagement, team challenges and ––Any UCD student registered to a Level presentations and gain key skills that are ––We provide free, one-to-one writing 0, 1 or 2 module can avail of free maths highly sought after by employers. consultations with experienced writing support, whether or not you take a maths/ tutors. stats module. ––We give advice on any writing-related Introduction to Creative Thinking: Learn the ––The MSC works on a drop-in basis during issues, from structure and phrasing to techniques and tools of creativity, problem 33 opening hours per week; no need to referencing and points of grammar. solving and design thinking in a team-based, book ahead. ––We offer help at any stage of your writing, action learning environment. ––Support is on a one-to-one or small from researching, planning and drafting to Entrepreneurial Endeavour: Gain practical group basis, with tuition by friendly and editing and proofreading. experience of taking an idea for a business experienced tutors. or social venture from inception to testing ––We have a team of experienced, friendly, ––A wide range of maths resources is helpful tutors who come from different and validation. Find out more at: available, including textbooks, notes and www.innovators.ie/for-undergraduates disciplines. practice sheets and online videos. ––We offer appointments and drop-in sessions, � www.ucd.ie/msc so it’s not necessary to book ahead. � email: [email protected] ––We’re open every day, usually from 10am-1pm and 2-4pm. � www.ucd.ie/writingcentre � www.facebook.com/ucdwritingcentre
Applied Language Centre The emphasis is on the acquisition of The centre offers the following: The UCD Applied Language Centre communication skills to ensure that ––A range of modules is provided for provides a wide range of language- students develop the competence and undergraduate and graduate students learning programmes and services for all confidence to use the target languages as electives. students. for study or work purposes. ––Courses include European, Asian, Slavonic and Middle Eastern languages. � www.ucd.ie/alc
25 Student Facilities & Support
Student Facilities & Supports
UCD has a dedicated support network for students, to help ensure every student gets the most out of their time at UCD.
Campus Student Centre Student Advisers The main Belfield campus offers students The UCD Student Centre offers a relaxed The Student Advisers provide support for a wide range of services, including meeting place for students, with café and all students throughout their university restaurants, cafés, well-stocked shops, bar areas, medical centre, pharmacy, as experience, particularly during their first a campus bookshop, a bike shop and a well as an outstanding range of sports and year. Each programme has a dedicated barber shop. Launderettes are available for student activity facilities. See page 28 for Student Adviser who is your gateway to the student residences. There is also a post more details on the UCD Student Centre. support services. Additionally, there are office and full banking facilities on campus. Student Advisers attached to specific groups of students, such as mature or international students. We work closely with the administrative and academic staff, as well as other support staff. We are here to help you make your time at UCD as fulfilling and enjoyable as possible. Students can call to see us in relation to personal, social or practical issues. From simple requests for information to more confidential and serious matters, we will give you the time and space to talk things through.
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Student Support Services Students’ Union www.ucdsu.ie Students’ Union Throughout the year, the SU Entertainments Financial Assistance All UCD students are automatically (Ents) Office runs class trips and parties, www.ucd.ie/studentadvisers/ members of UCD Students’ Union (SU). gigs, comedy nights, mystery tours, The studentlife/financialsupports The SU is the representative body of UCD Freshers Ball – your first introduction to life students and campaigns for their rights at UCD – and the prime event in the campus Student Advisers at a national and campus level. There are social calendar – Rag Week. The SU will keep five full-time officers: President, Welfare, you informed through its award-winning www.ucd.ie/studentadvisers Education, Graduate, and Campaigns and newspaper, The University Observer. Communications. All the SU officers are UCD Crèche students and they offer advice through any www.ucd.ie/creche kind of situation; they understand the issues +353 1 269 5143 facing students – you can call over at any time and have a chat with them. Student Health Service www.ucd.ie/stuhealth
Student Counselling Service www.ucd.ie/studentcounselling +353 1 716 3133/3134
Chaplaincy/Religious worship www.ucd.ie/chaplaincy
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The Student Centre and the UCD Sport & Fitness complex are the home of student life on campus. With a cinema, debating chamber and 50 metre swimming pool, the development provides the most diverse student facility of any university in Ireland.
Student Centre facilities include: Sport & Fitness Centre facilities include: —— State-of-the-art 3D cinema which screens —— 50 metre swimming pool. the latest blockbusters and classics. —— Gym, dance and spinning studios. —— Drama theatre. —— Sauna and jacuzzi. —— Debating chamber. —— Three multi-purpose sports halls. —— 600-seat auditorium. —— Four squash courts. —— Meeting rooms —— Handball/racquetball alley. (for student clubs and societies). —— Climbing wall. —— TV studio. —— Changing facilities for indoor —— Radio pod. and outdoor sports. —— Seminar room. —— Performance and squad gyms. —— Medical centre, pharmacy, —— 17 natural grass pitches on campus, barber and newsagent. including the UCD Bowl, home ground —— The UCD Clubhouse (bar and function room). to both UCD RFC and UCD AFC. —— Great places to eat or just chill out. —— Six synthetic 5-a-side pitches. —— A sand-based hockey pitch. —— A synthetic rugby pitch. —— A synthetic GAA pitch. —— A synthetic 11-a-side soccer pitch. —— The National Hockey Stadium.
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Student Gym Membership Student Gym Membership entitles current UCD students to free access to UCD Sport & Fitness Gym and the Performance Gym. Students who activate their Student Membership can gain access to the pool on a pay- as-you-go basis or can pay a once-off annual charge for unlimited access to the pool area.
Check us out on facebook.com/ studentcentre See some samples of student life on www.ucd.ie/studentcentre/ studentexperience/videos
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UCD Sport & Fitness complex.
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Clubs & Societies
Student Societies Guests such as Conor McGregor, Judge Judy, Dustin Lance Black , Neil Gaiman, Will Ferrell, Emeli Sandé, Student societies are a great way to explore your Sir Christopher Lee, Sir Alex Ferguson, Archbishop interests and develop new ones. UCD has over 80 Desmond Tutu, Noam Chomsky, Seamus Heaney and active student societies so there is something for FW de Klerk have all recently been awarded Honorary everyone, from Jazz and Comedy, to Law Memberships from UCD student societies and sports and Drama. clubs on their visits to UCD.
Actuarial & Financial Studies French Medical Africa Games Microbiology Agricultural Science Geography Music Amnesty Geology Musical An Cumann Gaelach German Newman Arab Harry Potter Nurses Archaeology History One Health Architecture Horse Racing Pharmtox Arts Horticulture Philosophy UCD Dance Society. Baha’i Indian Physics Biology International Students Physiotherapy Broadcasting (Belfield FM) Internet Politics Chemical Investors & Entrepreneurs Psychology Chemical Engineering Islamic Radiography Chinese Italian Russian Christian Union Japanese Science Civil Engineering Jazz Science Fiction & Fantasy Classical Juggling Sinn Féin Comedy Kevin Barry Cumann (Ógra Fianna Socialist Worker Commerce & Economics Fáil) Spanish Dance Labour Youth St Vincent de Paul UCD Games Society. Dramsoc Landscape Architecture Structural Engineering Draw Law Student Legal Service Ecomonics LGBTQ+ Traditional Music Electrical Engineering Literary & Historical TV Engineering Livingstones Veterinary English & Literary Malaysian Volunteers Overseas Erasmus Students Maths World Aid Film & Video Mature Students Young Fine Gael Food Mechanical Engineering
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Twitter: @UCDSocieties UCD Drama Society. Facebook.com/UCDSocieties
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Student Sports Clubs If you have a passion for competitive sport or a desire to lead a healthier and active lifestyle, UCD Sport and UCD Sport & Fitness have a wide variety of sporting and leisure pursuits to choose from.
UCD Cycling Club.
With 56 official sports clubs, American Football Mountaineering excellent facilities and a huge Archery Netball programme of fitness classes, Athletics Ninjutsu there’s something for everyone. Badminton Olympic Handball So make the most of your time Ladies Basketball Orienteering in UCD, get involved, get active Men’s Basketball Pool & Snooker and have fun. Ladies Boat Rifle Men’s Boat Men’s Rugby Boxing Women’s Rugby UCD players celebrate winning the Irish Senior Ladies Hockey “For me, joining the Trampoline club Cup Final match. Photo by David Fitzgerald/Sportsfile. Camogie Sailing was one of the best things I did when Canoe Sepak Takraw I joined college. I was immediately struck by the sense of family among Capoeira Shaolin Kung Fu the members. The coaches are Caving & Potholing Snow Sports always so supportive and working Cricket Men’s Soccer with you towards you goals and the Cycling Women’s Soccer committee works so hard to ensure Equestrian Softball everyone feels welcomed into the Fencing Squash club. I’ve definitely made friends for Ladies Gaelic Football Sub Aqua life in this club and met people I never Men’s Gaelic Football Surf would have had the chance to meet Ladies & Men’s Golf Swimming & Waterpolo otherwise. I’ve been able to learn and Handball Table Tennis successfully compete in skills that I Ladies Hockey Taekwondo UCD Rowing Club. had previously only dreamt of doing. Men’s Hockey Tennis We train hard and we play hard - but Hurling Trampoline no matter what do or where we go, Judo Ultimate Frisbee we do it together” Karate Volleyball Emily Farrell , Kite Windsurfing 3rd Year Physiotherapy Lacrosse Lau Gar Kickboxing
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www.ucd.ie/sport Maria McGrath of UCD during the O’Connor Cup Semi Final www.facebook.com/ucdsport match. Photo by Matt Browne/Sportsfile.
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Arts & Humanities
Arts (Two Subjects) 35 Humanities 34
Archaeology 75 Celtic Studies, Art History & History 52 Art History 36 Classics, Art History & Archaeology 53 Celtic Civilisation 37 Classics, English & History 54 Classics (Greek & Roman English, Drama & Film 55 Civilisation, Latin and Greek) 38 English, European & World Literatures 56 Drama Studies 39 English with Creative Writing 57 English 40 English Literature 58 Film Studies 41 Languages, Linguistics & Cultures 59 French 42 Music, Film & Drama 60 Geography 76 German 43 History 44 Information & Communication Studies 77 Irish/Gaeilge 45 Modern Languages 61 Irish Folklore 46 Irish Studies 47 Italian 48 Linguistics 49 Mathematics 126 Music 50 Philosophy 78 Politics 79 Sociology 81 Spanish 51 Statistics 128
UCD is No.1 in Ireland for 40 Subjects - QS World University Rankings 2017
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Why UCD Arts & Humanities?
If you want to understand and explain the worlds around you, and if you are interested in evaluating evidence, in weighing up arguments and in being creative, our Arts & Humanities degrees are designed for you. Our degrees develop deep understandings of people, societies and cultures, past and present. We challenge students to consider new perspectives and new ways of approaching problems and ideas. Our graduates are equipped with transferable skills for employment and are recognised for their achievements in business, the media, education, administration, public service and the arts.
The College of Arts and Humanities offers the widest range of BA Humanities – DN530 Arts and Humanities programmes available in Ireland. It is a The four-year BA Humanities’ innovative, interdisciplinary, multi- vibrant and dynamic environment, where creative, critical and subject programmes provide coherence and depth to student analytical thinking are developed and promoted. Our world- learning within a carefully structured framework. We offer both class teachers and researchers attract students from more intensive training in particular disciplines and unique skill sets than 120 countries around the world. that are developed through bringing together subjects that speak to and relate closely to each other. Choose from our nine BA Humanities programmes: WE OFFER THREE DISTINCT ROUTES TO STUDY FOR A ¬ Celtic Studies, Art History ¬ English, European & World DEGREE IN ARTS AND HUMANITIES SUBJECTS. & History Literatures BA Arts (Two Subjects) (Three Years) ¬ Classics, Art History & ¬ English, Drama & Film Archaeology Languages, Linguistics & BA Humanities (Four Years) ¬ ¬ Classics, English & History Cultures
BA Modern Languages (Four Years) ¬ English Literature ¬ Music, Film & Drama
¬ English with Creative Writing BA Arts (Two Subjects) - DN520 In addition, this degree gives you the option to apply for internship This three-year programme gives you the opportunity and opportunities in Year 3 in different areas of employment from freedom to study an unrivalled range of arts, humanities industry to the charitable sector, or to embark on a semester or and social sciences subjects. You can choose from many year-long study abroad trip. In Year 4, you may also complete an popular subject combinations in this long-established and extended research project/dissertation in your chosen subject area. internationally-recognised degree, which provides an excellent foundation for a range of career options. You will build a unique skill set in research, digital expertise, scholarship, and inquiry, BA Modern Languages – DN541 with an ability to use those skills to pursue and evaluate This four-year degree is designed for students who wish to study knowledge and to communicate effectively. at least two languages, choosing from French, German, Italian and Spanish. During your studies, you will develop a sophisticated degree of intercultural competence, enabling you to communicate fluently KEY FACT in a broad range of social and professional contexts. Critically aware In the 2016 QS World University Rankings, UCD Arts & Humanities is Number and open to alternative ways of thinking, successful graduates are 1 in Ireland. UCD has 13 subjects in the top 100 in the world, including: English, History and Modern Languages. equipped to live and work effectively in multi-cultural and multi-lingual environments.
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BA Arts (Two Subjects) - DN520 This programme is taught by our world-class academics and allows you to specialise in your chosen subjects so that you can embark on a wide range of future careers, postgraduate opportunities and professional work.
Select your subjects Indicate on your CAO form the two subjects you wish to study. Find out which you can combine in the grid below. Choose one subject from the first column and a second subject from the top row, fromeither the ‘JOINT MAJOR’ or ‘MINOR’ tables. Please note that in a Joint Major degree (for example, History and English), students take an equal number of modules in both subjects. In a Major/Minor degree (for example, French with Film Studies), students take more modules in their Major subject (e.g. French).
Choose a Subject from the column JOINT MAJOR MINOR below and a second OR subject from the row across (in either the 'JOINT MAJOR' or 'MINOR' table)
l indicates combinations in which both subjects are studied. Art History Civilisation Celtic Drama English French Geography German Greek Greek & Roman Civilisation History Irish/Gaeilge FolkloreIrish Irish Studies Italian Latin Linguistics Mathematics Music Philosophy Political Studies Spanish Statistics Archaeology StudiesFilm Geography Information & Communication Philosophy Sociology Art History - l l l l - l l - l l l l l l l -- l l - l l - l -
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Year 1 Optional International Study Abroad Study your two chosen subjects and develop your range of options by UCD offers many opportunities for you to study abroad in one of our choosing a third subject from the extensive range available. prestigious partner universities across the world. At the end of First Year, you will receive advice and support in You can choose to spend an additional year abroad and then graduate finalising your two subject choices before you move into Second Year. with a four-year BA International Degree.
If you are studying History or Music, you may transfer from a Joint Add a Fourth Year Honours degree to a Single Subject degree after Year 1. Convert your BA into an MA by taking a one-year course at our top- Years 2 and 3 ranking schools. See relevant subject pages to view course options Study your two chosen subjects to degree level. for MA options.
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"My time in the School of Art History and Cultural Policy at UCD is one of my most cherished experiences when looking back at my undergraduate and postgraduate Art History education. The School represents a superb blend of academia, research and networking. The outstanding lecturers at BA (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) - DN520 the School come from a range of different BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) - DN700 fields and backgrounds, which facilitates a fascinating research environment. Anyone interested in art history and CAO Code DN520 BA Arts some of its outer branches should most definitely consider joining the excellent CAO Points Range 2016 N/A undergraduate and postgraduate Length of Course 3 Years programmes available in the School. You DN520 Places 350 won’t regret it!” UCD Art History students on Paris study trip. Louis Weyhe Funder Graduate For general entry requirements, see pages 196-203 Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements Why is this subject for me? Career & Graduate Study Opportunities O6/H7 in English, Irish, a third language and Art History is for you if you are interested in Art History stimulates and sharpens visual three other recognised subjects any or all of the different aspects of visual and critical awareness. It has diverse culture: painting, sculpture, architecture, applications and equips graduates with the Other school leaving examinations See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd the decorative arts and modern visual art skills to appreciate and critically examine the images and environments surrounding them. Level 5/6 QQI-FET forms, including photography, film, video See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html and performance. At UCD, Art History is a Graduates in Art History have found the Mature Entry Route stimulating and richly rewarding subject subject has diverse applications and can See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents that explores the aesthetic and stylistic, the lead to employment opportunities in: historical and critical elements of visual art. Studying Art History Museums and galleries ¬ Cultural and as a Joint Major with one of the below: What will I study? heritage sector ¬ Education and academia ¬ Celtic Civilisation Irish Studies The student of Art History will learn to Media, journalism and publishing ¬ Auction Drama Italian interpret the art of different ages, to assess houses ¬ Archives. English Latin its meaning, development, context and UCD offers two taught Master’s degrees for French Mathematics quality. They will study systems of formal suitably qualified graduates: the Master’s German Music analysis, such as composition, style or in Art History and the Master’s in Cultural Greek Spanish iconography; patronage and social context; Policy & Arts Management, as well as the History Statistics conceptual and historical analysis. Modules opportunity to pursue doctoral research, all Irish/ Gaeilge can include: of which provides further possibilities for Studying Art History careers in the arts. First Year OR with one Minor subject: Tools of Art History ¬ Giotto to Michelangelo ¬ Film Studies Philosophy International Study Opportunities Caravaggio to Turner ¬ Art & The Modern World. Geography Opportunities to study abroad may include: Second & Final Years –– Universität Wien, Austria Modernism The Art & Architecture of CAO Code DN700 BSc Social Sciences ¬ –– Université Panthéon-Sorbonne, France Classical Antiquity ¬ Irish Painting ¬ Modern –– Università degli Studi di Roma III, Italy CAO Points Range 2016 N/A Architecture ¬ Dutch Art ¬ Irish Medieval Length of course 4 Years Art & Architecture ¬ Northern Renaissance –– Universidad Autónoma de Madrid, Spain –– Université de Lausanne, Switzerland DN700 Places 500 ¬ Art & Revolution in the 20th century ¬ The Decorative Arts ¬ Grand Tour ¬ Art and Death –– University of Lund, Sweden For general entry requirements, ¬ Courts and Court Culture ¬ Visualizing –– University of Nottingham, UK see pages 196-203 Migration. –– University of California, USA Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements Students attend lectures, tutorials and –– University of Otago, New Zealand O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics and three seminars, and undertake independent study. other recognised subjects –– Waseda University, Japan Field trips to local and national museums, –– Erasmus University Rotterdam, Other Entry Routes same as above galleries, historic buildings and sites are Netherlands Studying Art History as a Minor also integrated in the undergraduate programme. Courses have, in some with one of the following: instances, afforded the opportunity for Archaeology Sociology field-trips to London and further afield. A combination of end-of-semester written Other courses of interest examinations and continuous assessment is Modern Languages �61 used. In your final year, you may also prepare Classics, Art History & Archaeology �53 a minor dissertation.
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“Celtic Civilisation has proven to be a compelling and intriguing subject for me. As a Celtic Civilisation student, I have had access to a wide range of interesting and challenging modules. I would recommend Celtic Civilisation to anyone with even a Celtic small interest in the history, literature, language and culture of the Celts in Civilisation Ireland and further afield.” Rosemary Shannon Celtic Civilisation and BA (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) - DN520 Linguistics Student BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) - DN700
CAO Code DN520 BA Arts
CAO Points Range 2016 N/A Length of Course 3 Years DN520 Places 350 Why is this subject for me? Early Irish Celtic Civilisation enables students to You will have the opportunity to study For general entry requirements, form an overview of the history, literature, Early Irish at a basic level in order to see pages 196-203 become familiar with the main features of language and culture of the Celts over Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements the centuries. No knowledge of the Celtic the language. You will also read examples O6/H7 in English, Irish, a third language and languages is required, but students, of texts, both prose and poetry, thereby three other recognised subjects if they choose, may get an introduction gaining an insight into the riches of the language and literature of early medieval Other school leaving examinations to Early Irish, Medieval Welsh, Modern See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd Welsh and Breton. Ireland. No previous knowledge of Irish is required. Level 5/6 QQI-FET Many of the Celtic Civilisation modules See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html are good choices as electives for those Career & Graduate Study Opportunities Mature Entry Route interested in Celtic culture in Ireland This degree provides the skills that will See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents and beyond. allow you to follow a wide range of graduate Studying Celtic Civilisation studies as well as career opportunities in: What will I study? as a Joint Major with one of the below: –– Heritage Art History Irish Folklore Celtic Civilisation –– Research English Irish Studies The Celtic Civilisation programme –– The media German Italian includes a choice of specifically designed –– Teaching Greek Latin Celtic modules and a choice of relevant Greek & Roman –– Business Linguistics modules from other subjects. This gives an Civilisation Courses also prepare students for graduate opportunity to get a broad overview History Music studies in a wide range of linguistic, Irish/ Gaeilge Spanish of Celtic culture but also explore specific historical and literary fields. aspects of interest. International Study Opportunities First year modules include: CAO Code DN700 BSc Social Sciences Celtic Civilisation has links with several The Ancient Celts and their Religion and universities, which allows students to CAO Points Range 2016 N/A Mythology ¬ Early Medieval Ireland, its take an Erasmus year abroad in a range Length of course 4 Years History and Institutions ¬ The History of the of European universities and destinations, DN700 Places 500 British Celts ¬ Medieval Welsh Literature ¬ including: Vikings in the Celtic World. –– Oslo, Norway For general entry requirements, Welsh –– Aberystwyth, Wales see pages 196-203 Welsh is the most widely spoken of the –– Bangor, Wales Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements modern Celtic languages, and ideal for O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics and –– Brest, France students wanting to learn a new language three other recognised subjects at university level. Students gain a working Other Entry Routes same as above knowledge of the language and can combine Studying Celtic Civilisation as a Minor this with Celtic Civilisation courses on culture and literature. with: Archaeology
Other courses of interest Celtic Studies, Art History & History �52
Undergraduate Office [email protected] www.ucd.ie/myucd/artshum UCD School of Irish, Celtic Studies & Folklore +353 1 716 8105 Newman, Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/MyUCD 37 UCD Arts & Humanities "Greek and Roman Civilisation provided me with an opportunity to explore the society, literature, history and archaeology of ancient Greece and Rome. I particularly enjoyed the range of topics on offer, which allowed me Classics to gain a broad and extensive knowledge (Greek & Roman Civilisation, of the ancient world, which complemented my studies in Archaeology. The excellent Latin and Greek) standard of teaching and approachable BA (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) - DN520 staff meant that I thoroughly enjoyed my undergraduate experience, so much so that BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) - DN700 I signed up for the MA programme when I finished my BA." CAO Code DN520 BA Arts Maeve McHugh Graduate
CAO Points Range 2016 N/A Corinthian vases from the UCD Classical Museum at UCD. Length of Course 3 Years DN520 Places 350 Why is this subject for me? GREEK For general entry requirements, As so much of European culture looks back We offer a language programme for see pages 196-203 to Classical Antiquity, studying Classics will beginners, leading to the study of Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements give you insights not just into the ancient authors such as Homer, Plato, Sophocles, O6/H7 in English, Irish, a third language and past but also into the ideas and texts that Thucydides and Euripides. three other recognised subjects shaped the present. Three subjects are Students attend lectures and tutorials, and Other school leaving examinations offered within the BA degree, which you can undertake independent reading and study. See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd take separately or combine: Some modules are taught in small classes. Level 5/6 QQI-FET Greek & Roman Civilisation ¬ Latin ¬ Greek Assessment is through class tests, exams See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html Greek & Roman Civilisation explores the and coursework essays. Mature Entry Route Classical World, through history, literature, Career & Graduate Study Opportunities See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents art, archaeology, mythology and philosophy. Graduates have highly valued skills, You do not need any previous knowledge of Studying Greek & Roman Civilisation including research and data analysis, the subject, nor will you have to learn the presentation and discussion of opposing as a Joint Major with one of the below: ancient languages. Celtic Civilisation Irish/ Gaeilge viewpoints, and writing English to a high Latin and Greek allow you to learn a language standard. Graduates have pursued various Drama Irish Studies from scratch or develop your existing careers, such as: Advertising ¬ Broadcasting English Italian knowledge. Learn to read works by authors ¬ Journalism ¬ Teaching ¬ IT ¬ Law ¬ Business French Latin such as Cicero, Homer, Plato, Sophocles and You can continue your study of the ancient German Mathematics Virgil, in their original languages. world at UCD, with a taught MA in Classics Greek Music What will I study? and a research degree – MLitt or PhD. For History Spanish details, see www.ucd.ie/classics/study/ Studying Greek & Roman Civilisation GREEK & ROMAN CIVILISATION with one Minor subject: First Year International Study Opportunities OR Film Studies Classical Greece ¬ Age of Augustus ¬ War and UCD School of Classics has links with the the Hero (Homer and Virgil) ¬ Lost Cities of Universities of Athens, Catania, Cyprus, the Ancient World. Erlangen, Stuttgart and Rouen. Non-EU CAO Code DN700 BSc Social Sciences Second & Final Years exchange opportunities include the University of Melbourne, Australia and the Alexander the Great ¬ Greek Tragedy ¬ Heracles CAO Points Range 2016 N/A University of Virginia, USA. Length of course 4 Years the Hero ¬ Greeks, Romans, and Barbarians ¬ Minoans and Mycenaeans ¬ Epic after Virgil DN700 Places 500 ¬ The Oedipus Myth ¬ Pompeii ¬ Eating and For general entry requirements, Drinking in Antiquity ¬ Family Life in Ancient see pages 196-203 Greece ¬ Magic in the Ancient World.
Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements There is also the opportunity at the end of KEY FACT O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics and first or second year to go to Greece on our The Classical Museum at UCD holds the largest three other recognised subjects study tour. collection of Greek and Roman artefacts on display in Ireland. Students taking relevant Other Entry Routes same as above LATIN modules have the opportunity for hands-on Studying Greek & Roman Civilisation You can begin the study of Latin in first year, interaction with the collection. as a Minor or develop existing knowledge from Leaving with one of the following: Certificate or equivalent, through modules Archaeology Geography on language, literature and culture. Authors studied include Virgil, Cicero, Tacitus, Livy.
Other courses of interest Classics, Art History & Archaeology �53 Classics, English & History �54
www.ucd.ie/myucd/artshum Dr Alexander Thein [email protected] UCD School of Classics +353 1 716 8662 Newman, Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/MyUCD 38 UCD Arts & Humanities "Studying Drama has given me the confidence to focus on a career in the theatre. Any aspiring theatre-maker must have a comprehensive knowledge of playwrights, theorists and practitioners, which this course provides. The Drama staff are some of the best educators in the country. They are supportive, knowledgeable and passionate Drama Studies about their work, and they bring diverse experience and considerable patience to BA (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) - DN520 the classroom. If you are enthusiastic about drama, you will thrive here." Eppie Claffey English and Drama Student CAO Code DN520 BA Arts
Image from "Flawless" UCD Performance Project, 2016; student Eppie Claffey. CAO Points Range 2016 N/A Length of Course 3 Years DN520 Places 350 Why is this subject for me? For example, current offerings at third The Drama Studies programme is for year include modules that provide For general entry requirements, students who are interested in learning students opportunities for intensive study: see pages 196-203 about theatre and performance in theory Performance Project auditions to create a student ensemble and a production working Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements and practice. Drama Studies has a range O6/H7 in English, Irish, a third language and of modules that bring together scholarly, with a professional director, and Research three other recognised subjects creative, and practical “on-your-feet” tasks Project invites students to write on a and assignments. Drama Studies educates research topic of their choice with individual Other school leaving examinations students in the history and practices staff supervision. See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd of theatre and performance, in current Level 5/6 QQI-FET Career & Graduate Study Opportunities theoretical methods and approaches See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html Drama Studies will develop your knowledge to research and analysis of theatre and Mature Entry Route performance, and in a wide range of generic, of theatre and performance, and hone and See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents historical, national and international enhance your research and writing skills, traditions. through academic and practical study. A Studying Drama degree in Drama Studies will develop your as a Joint Major with one of the below: What will I study? presentation, teamwork, performance, Art History Irish Studies and analytical skills, allowing you to pursue In Drama Studies, students will study from English Italian a theoretical and practical perspective a careers in the following areas: German Latin range of performance genres from classical Theatre (writer, director, actor, dramaturge, Greek Linguistics Greek plays to contemporary Irish and producer, theatre and cultural management) Greek & Roman international theatre and performance. Mathematics ¬ Theatre Industry/Tourism (advertising, Civilisation Drama Studies modules include: public relations) ¬ Education (teaching, History Music research, and educational drama) First Year ¬ Irish/ Gaeilge Spanish Journalism and broadcasting The Theatrical Event: Case Studies in Making Irish Folklore Statistics Theatre ¬ Theatre Context & Conventions ¬ Master’s programmes are offered Studying Drama Introduction to Physical Theatre. in specialised areas of Drama and OR with one Minor subject: Second Year Performance, including a collaborative Film Studies Performance in Everyday Life ¬ Contemporary MA in Theatre Practice, jointly offered by Ireland on Stage ¬ 20th Century Drama ¬ UCD and The Gaiety School of Acting, and Staging Performance ¬ Queer Theatre and an MA in Writing for Theatre (www.ucd.ie/ Performance ¬ 20th Century Avant-Garde englishdramafilm/study/postgraduate). PhD Theatre. options are also available. Third Year International Study Opportunities Contemporary Theatre and Performance ¬ Opportunities may include: Beckett in Performance ¬ Theatre of Martin –– Albert-Ludwigs-Universität, Freiburg, McDonagh ¬ Research Project ¬ Performance Germany Project ¬ Staging Texts ¬ Introduction to –– Université Sorbonne (Paris IV), France Acting ¬ Playwriting ¬ Educational Drama and Augusto Boal. –– University of Turin, Italy Students attend lectures, tutorials and –– University of Verona, Italy workshops, participate in group work, and –– University of Amsterdam, the undertake independent study. Years one Netherlands and two introduce students to fundamental –– University of Coimbra, Portugal Other courses of interest theoretical and practical skills for research –– University of Barcelona, Spain English Literature �58 and analysis in Drama Studies. In year three, –– University of British Columbia, Canada students build on this knowledge and are English, Drama & Film �55 –– University of Miami, USA invited to pursue more specialised interests. Music, Film & Drama �60 –– University of Otago, New Zealand
Undergraduate Office Drama & Film [email protected] www.ucd.ie/myucd/artshum UCD School of English, Drama & Film +353 1 716 8604 C218 Newman Building, Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/MyUCD 39 UCD Arts & Humanities "The structure of the undergraduate English programme made it easy for me to explore my interests, and create a path that worked English for me. First year provided me with a broad BA (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) - DN520 spectrum of English Literature, setting me up with critical thinking skills that were BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) - DN700 crucial not only in English, but also useful in my other subject. As I progressed through CAO Code DN520 BA Arts second and third year, I could hone in on the topics I was most interested in, tailoring the CAO Points Range 2016 N/A course to be focused around these areas. Length of Course 3 Years With such an individualised course, I was never stuck studying a topic that bored me." DN520 Places 350 Anna Graham For general entry requirements, English and Philosophy Student see pages 196-203 This book, printed by the Society of Stationers (Dublin) in 1635, is held in the Special Collections of the UCD James Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements Joyce Library. O6/H7 in English, Irish, a third language and three other recognised subjects Why is this subject for me? Career & Graduate Study Opportunities Other school leaving examinations See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd Study English at UCD if you are an Graduates in English have found enthusiastic reader, talker and writer, employment in: Broadcasting and Level 5/6 QQI-FET See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html and love literature. Strengthen your Journalism ¬ Cultural Production and Arts understanding of narrative, poetic and Mature Entry Route Management ¬ Public Relations ¬ Business See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents dramatic forms. Enlarge your critical / Finance ¬ Publishing ¬ Law ¬ Politics vocabulary and historical awareness. ¬ Policymaking ¬ Teaching ¬ Heritage Studying English Explore how the study of literature ¬ Management Consultancy ¬ Tourism ¬ as a Joint Major with one of the below: intersects with questions of gender, politics Humanities Research. Art History Irish Folklore and cultural theory. Learn how to research There are a wide range of Master’s Celtic Civilisation Irish Studies a topic, evaluate evidence and present your Programmes available in the School of Drama Italian ideas in a cogent, elegant fashion. Become English, Drama and Film, which include: French Latin a creative and dynamic critic yourself! Literature and Culture (with strands in German Linguistics What will I study? American ¬ Gender, Sexuality and Culture Greek Mathematics You will study themes, forms, theories and ¬ Medieval ¬ Modern and Contemporary Greek & Roman Music contexts of literature from around the world Renaissance ¬ Anglo-Irish Literature and Civilisation Philosophy and from Medieval to contemporary times, Drama ¬ Creative Writing. History Spanish choosing from more than 60 modules. See www.ucd.ie/englishdramafilm/study/ Irish/ Gaeilge Statistics Modules include: postgraduate for more detail. Studying English First Year International Study Opportunities OR with one Minor subject: Literature in Context 1 & 2 ¬ Contemporary Opportunities may include: Albert-Ludwigs- Archaeology Information & Irish Writing ¬ Literary Genre. Communications Universität, Freiburg, Germany ¬ Université Film Studies Studies Second Year Sorbonne (Paris IV), France ¬ University Geography Sociology Students can study Critical Theory ¬ Reading of Turin, Italy ¬ University of Verona, Italy ¬ Medieval Literature ¬ Irish Literature in University of Amsterdam, the Netherlands ¬ CAO Code DN700 BSc Social Sciences English ¬ Modern American Literature ¬ University of Coimbra, Portugal ¬ University Renaissance Literature ¬ Romanticism ¬ of Barcelona, Spain ¬ University of British CAO Points Range 2016 N/A Victorian to Modern Literature ¬ Twentieth- Columbia, Canada ¬ University of Miami, Length of course 4 Years Century Drama. USA ¬ University of Otago, New Zealand ¬ DN700 Places 500 Third Year University of California, Davis Students choose from a wide range of For general entry requirements, see pages 196-203 specialist modules on different aspects of literary history and culture, including small, Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements in-depth seminars taught by a single lecturer, KEY FACT O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics and and larger, collaboratively-taught, research- UCD English Literature is ranked Number 45 in the three other recognised subjects world in the QS University Rankings. driven modules. Other Entry Routes same as above Assessment is through end-of-semester Studying English as a Minor essays and written examinations, as well as with one of the following: a range of continuous assessment methods, Sociology Geography including worksheets, presentations and project work. Other courses of interest English Literature �58 English with Creative Writing �57 English, European & World Literatures �56 English, Drama & Film �55
www.ucd.ie/myucd/artshum Undergraduate Office English [email protected] UCD School of English, Drama & Film +353 1 716 8323/8328 Newman, Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/MyUCD 40 UCD Arts & Humanities "I’ve long been passionate about film and my days as a student in UCD gave me an enriched appreciation for and a wider set of skills for analysing media texts. I graduated from UCD Film Studies with a BA in Film and Media Studies in 2015 and went on to earn an M.Phil in Film Studies at Trinity BA (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) College. I now serve as a Tutor in UCD Film and Media Studies, providing small group teaching to first year students on the Perspectives on Film CAO Code BA Arts I and II and European Cinema modules. During DN520 my last year as a UCD undergraduate, I traveled to Smith College in Amherst, Massachusetts, to CAO Points Range 2016 N/A deliver a paper at the Society for Cinema and Length of Course 3 Years Media Studies Undergraduate Conference. I'm DN520 Places 350 currently preparing applications for doctoral study in the United States.” One of the first Hollywood stars to be promoted as Irish, the For general entry requirements, 1920s ‘flapper’ Colleen Moore, reminds us of the long history see pages 196-203 James Keyes Graduate of representational traffic between the US and Ireland. Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements O6/H7 in English, Irish, a third language and three other recognised subjects Why is this subject for me? Assessment is through end-of-semester Media literacy is a vital 21st century skill written examinations and continuous Other school leaving examinations and the cultivation of such literacy stands assessment, such as written assignments, See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd at the centre of this degree path. Students presentations and group projects. In third Level 5/6 QQI-FET are encouraged to make connections year, students attend small group seminars, See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html between literary, cinematic and televisual which are predominantly assessed via Mature Entry Route forms, to deepen their knowledge of screen an end-of-semester written assignment. See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents cultures and, in particular, to ask serious Career & Graduate Study Opportunities Study Film Studies as a Minor questions about how representation, with one of the following: culture and politics interrelate. If you have Graduates have pursued careers in every Art History History a passion for media, this degree provides strand of media and media culture, including Drama Irish/ Gaeilge a unique opportunity for you to acquire key film festivals and arts curation, archive English Italian interpretive skills and hone your ability to work, education (schools and universities), French Music make critically reasoned arguments. media journalism and television and film production. Graduate study opportunities German Spanish What will I study? include MA and PhD degree programmes Greek & Roman Civilisation In Film, you will study classical and in Media Studies. contemporary film and television, and International Study Opportunities engage with relevant critical writing, building awareness of media in social, Opportunities may include: cultural, historical and theoretical contexts. –– Albert-Ludwigs-Universität, Freiburg, Modules may include: Germany –– Université Sorbonne (Paris IV), France First Year –– University of Turin, Italy Perspectives on Film I & II. –– University of Verona, Italy Second Year –– University of Amsterdam, the Transformation in European Cinema ¬ Netherlands Horror Cinema ¬ Hollywood ¬ Irish Cinema –– University of Coimbra, Portugal and Television ¬ History of Television ¬ –– University of Barcelona, Spain Documentary Film. –– The University of British Columbia, Third Year Canada Film Animation ¬ Contemporary Alternative –– University of Miami, USA Cinemas ¬ Whiteness, Ethnicity and –– University of Otago, New Zealand American Film ¬ Screen Comedy, Religion and Popular Culture. Students attend lectures and tutorials and may undertake independent study.
Other courses of interest Drama Studies �39 English Literature �58 English with Creative Writing �57 English, Drama & Film �55
Undergraduate Office Drama & Film [email protected] www.ucd.ie/myucd/artshum UCD School of English, Drama & Film +353 1 716 8604/8323 Newman Building, Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/MyUCD 41 UCD Arts & Humanities "Studying French at UCD has been a truly rewarding experience. I always looked forward to classes as I knew I was going French to learn something new. The lecturers BA (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) - DN520 and tutors are very friendly and are more than willing to help with any questions BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) - DN700 you might have. I thoroughly enjoyed my Erasmus year in Lyon, which helped CAO Code DN520 BA Arts me gain fluency in the language, while making lifelong friends of different CAO Points Range 2016 N/A nationalities." Length of Course 3 Years Germaine Fagan French and Greek & Roman Civilisation Graduate DN520 Places 350
For general entry requirements, see pages 196-203 Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements O6/H7 in English, Irish, a third language and three other recognised subjects Why is this subject for me? Final Years Other school leaving examinations In studying French at UCD, you will: develop Deepening Linguistic and Cultural See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd your communication skills and critical Awareness: French Language IIIa & IIIb ¬ Level 5/6 QQI-FET thinking by exploring the language and Option modules. See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html cultures of France and other French- Sample option modules: Mature Entry Route speaking countries; broaden your See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents Baudelaire ¬ The Realist Novel ¬ Proust ¬ understanding and command of a language Special Entry Recommendation Contemporary French Poetry ¬ Versailles ¬ We recommend that you study French, only that is both European and global; and equip Reading Racine’s Women ¬ Second if you have at least a H4 grade in Leaving yourself for today’s increasingly diverse Language Acquisition ¬ Introduction Certificate French, or equivalent. society and workplace by enhancing your to the Enlightenment. cultural awareness and intellectual flexibility. Studying French French is taught in lectures, classes and as a Joint Major with one of the below: Opportunities exist for suitably qualified through independent study. Art History Irish Studies students to spend an extra year abroad and Assessment is by continuous assessment, English Italian graduate with a BA (International). If you wish in-class tests, mid-semester written German Latin to reach the level of linguistic proficiency assignments, project work and end-of- Greek Linguistics required by employers, we recommend that semester exams. Greek & Roman you opt for the four-year BA (International) Mathematics Civilisation degree. Alternatively, if you wish to study Career & Graduate Study Opportunities History Music more than one language, with a year abroad, The communication skills, critical awareness, Irish/ Gaeilge Spanish consider DN541 Modern Languages. cultural sensitivity and intellectual flexibility Irish Folklore Statistics fostered by the study of French open up a What will I study? Studying French wide range of careers, including: You will study the French language and OR with one Minor subject: International business International French and francophone literature and ¬ Film Studies relations Public administration Education culture, developing your linguistic and ¬ ¬ ¬ Translation and interpreting Journalism critical skills across a three-year or four- ¬ and media Tourism Careers in the EU CAO Code DN700 BSc Social Sciences year degree. ¬ ¬ A BA in French may also lead to further CAO Points Range 2016 N/A First Year study, such as the UCD MA in Modern Length of course 4 Years Foundations in Language and Languages, or other programmes such DN700 Places 500 Literature: French Language Ia & Ib ¬ as European studies, international relations Reading French 1 & 2. or translation. For general entry requirements, Second Year see pages 196-203 Expanding Linguistic and Critical Skills: International Study Opportunities Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements French Language IIa & IIb ¬ Option modules. Students of the Joint Honours degree, O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics and DN520, are encouraged to apply to spend three other recognised subjects an additional year abroad at one of our 13 Other Entry Routes same as above partner universities across France, Belgium, Switzerland and Canada, graduating with Studying French as a Minor a four-year BA (International). Places may with: be limited and preference will be given to Politics those with better results.
Other courses of interest Modern Languages �61 English, European & World Literatures �56 Languages, Linguistics & Cultures �59 Law with French Law �86
www.ucd.ie/myucd/artshum UCD School of Languages, Cultures and Linguistics [email protected] UCD, Belfield, Dublin 4 +353 1 716 8302 www.ucd.ie/slcl/ facebook.com/MyUCD 42 UCD Arts & Humanities "Studying German at UCD has shaped the best few years of my life so far. I chose from an extensive range of interesting and diverse German modules that intensified my interest in German BA (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) - DN520 culture. I spent an incredible and eye-opening year on Erasmus. My language classes at BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) - DN700 UCD enabled me to adapt quickly to speaking German constantly while abroad and I was soon CAO Code DN520 BA Arts able to speak fluently enough to work there without any language difficulties. The degree CAO Points Range 2016 N/A has opened a huge spectrum of opportunities Length of Course 3 Years to me: language skills are much in demand for many jobs both abroad and in Ireland. DN520 Places 350 Since fewer Irish students choose to study For general entry requirements, German, there is less competition amongst see pages 196-203 German-speaking candidates like me!" Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements Laura Cater German Student Hohenzollernbrücke Köln (Cologne). O6/H7 in English, Irish, a third language and three other recognised subjects
Why is this subject for me? German is taught in lectures, classes Other school leaving examinations See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd German is the most widely spoken first and through independent study and Level 5/6 QQI-FET language in Europe, and, in economic recommended reading. Project work or See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html terms, Germany’s strength is undisputed. group work may also feature. Mature Entry Route Studying German, therefore, offers an array Most modules have one major assessment See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents of cultural and business opportunities. Our component, such as an essay or an Special Entry Recommendation teaching involves not only the language, but examination paper, plus one or more smaller In First Year two streams are offered, one for also the arts and culture of the German- absolute beginners and another for non- continuous assessment components. speaking countries, equipping graduates beginners. For the non-beginners level a minimum of H4 grade in Leaving Certificate with valuable intercultural understanding Career & Graduate Study Opportunities German or equivalent is strongly recommended. and key transferable skills. German is a passport to global careers. Our Studying German Opportunities exist for suitably qualified graduates have found lucrative employment students to spend an extra year abroad in many different areas, including: as a Joint Major with one of the below: Art History Irish/ Gaeilge and graduate with a BA (International). Advertising/Business/Finance ¬ Civil/ Celtic Civilisation Irish Folklore If you wish to reach the level of linguistic Diplomatic service ¬ International relations ¬ Drama Italian proficiency required by employers, we Journalism ¬ Politics ¬ Teaching ¬ English Latin recommend that you opt for the four-year Translation ¬ Academia and research ¬ BA (International) degree. Alternatively, if Careers in the EU French Linguistics you wish to study more than one language, Greek Music A BA in German is an ideal pathway to with a year abroad, consider DN541 Modern Greek & Roman Civilisation Statistics graduate study. Our graduate programmes Languages. History include the MA in Modern Languages, MA in Studying German Applied Linguistics, and MLitt in German. What will I study? OR with one Minor subject: We also offer supervision for doctoral Core language and introductory literature Film Studies modules are studied each year, as well as research in a range of specialised areas. a range of modules in literature, history, CAO Code DN700 BSc Social Sciences translation and culture. Examples of International Study Opportunities The additional year abroad for the BA modules include: CAO Points Range 2016 N/A International can be spent at one of the First Year following of our partner institutions: Length of course 4 Years German Language ¬ German Language Bayreuth ¬ Berlin (FU) ¬ Bozen (South Tirol) ¬ DN700 Places 500 for Beginners ¬ Introduction to German Erlangen ¬ Graz ¬ Konstanz ¬ Leipzig ¬ Münster Literature ¬ Introduction to German For general entry requirements, ¬ Munich ¬ Potsdam ¬ Vienna ¬ Würzburg Linguistics & Translation. see pages 196-203 Places may be limited and preference will Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements Second & Final Years be given to those with better results. O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics and German Language (including Intensive three other recognised subjects German for Ex-Beginners) ¬ 19th Century Other Entry Routes same as above German Literature ¬ Modernist German Literature ¬ Translation English-German Studying German as a Minor & German-English ¬ Grimms’ Tales with one of the following: and Adaptations ¬ German-speaking Sociology Economics
Enlightenment ¬ Contemporary German Politics Prose.
Other courses of interest Modern Languages �61 English, European & World Literatures �56 Languages, Linguistics & Cultures �59
UCD School of Languages, Cultures and Linguistics [email protected] www.ucd.ie/myucd/artshum UCD, Belfield, Dublin 4 +353 1 716 8302 www.ucd.ie/slcl/ facebook.com/MyUCD 43 UCD Arts & Humanities “The range of modules on offer throughout the programme make History a brilliant subject History to study. Within the same semester, I had the opportunity to study both twentieth century BA (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) - DN520 Europe and the French Revolution. In third BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) - DN700 year, the wide range of choice allowed me to dedicate a lot of time on certain topics that I found fascinating. The research skills which are CAO Code BA Arts DN520 developed in History are considered valuable to potential employers.” CAO Points Range 2016 N/A Ryan Fishwick History with Philosophy Length of Course 3 Years Student DN520 Places 350
For general entry requirements, see pages 196-203 Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements The GPO in Dublin in the aftermath of the Easter Rising, 1916 O6/H7 in English, Irish, a third language and FitzGerald Photographs, P80-PH-02. three other recognised subjects
Other school leaving examinations Why is this subject for me? Students attend lectures and seminars, See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd Knowing what happened and why is essential where small groups discuss and debate Level 5/6 QQI-FET in life. Studying History at UCD provides you historical questions with tutors. See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html with the skills necessary to understand the Assessment is through end-of-semester Mature Entry Route world we live in. Explore the past, examining research papers and continuous assessment. See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents a wide range of periods and topics that cover many parts of the globe. Study controversies International Study Opportunities Studying History and different ways that the past can be In year three, you can opt to study abroad. as a Joint Major with one of the below: understood. Learn how to research, use Opportunities for History students currently Art History Irish Folklore evidence and think critically, and develop the include universities in the following countries: Celtic Civilisation Irish Studies transferrable skills desired by employers. Austria ¬ Cyprus ¬ Denmark ¬ France ¬ Drama Italian History is open to all, both beginners and Germany ¬ Italy ¬ Norway ¬ Spain ¬ UK English Latin those who have studied it previously. In addition to: University of North Carolina French Linguistics What will I study? at Chapel Hill, USA ¬ University of New South Geography Mathematics In first year you will take ‘Creating History’, Wales, Australia German Political Studies Greek & Roman where you will study in a small group with a Career & Graduate Study Opportunities Spanish Civilisation historian to develop the critical thinking skills History graduates can find employment in: Irish/ Gaeilge that are essential to the subject. This, together Broadcasting and journalism ¬ Business ¬ Studying History with other optional first year modules focusing Civil Service ¬ Law ¬ Publishing ¬ Public OR with one Minor subject: on broad historical surveys, introduces you to Relations ¬ Politics ¬ Research ¬ Teaching ¬ Archaeology Philosophy the study of history. Marketing ¬ Policymaking ¬ Tourism ¬ Heritage Film Studies Sociology First Year The School of History, in collaboration Rome to Renaissance Modern Europe ¬ with UCD Careers Development Centre, CAO Code DN700 BSc Social Sciences 1500–2000 ¬ Ireland’s English Centuries ¬ operates a Career Mentoring Scheme which From Union to Bailout. CAO Points Range 2016 N/A matches History students with experienced Length of course 4 Years At the end of first year, there is an option for professionals who are graduates of the students to choose to study history as a School. The mentors are able to offer support DN700 Places 500 single subject major to degree level. in helping students to develop their career For general entry requirements, Second Year ideas and enhance their employability. see pages 196-203 Modern America, 1776–1945 ¬ War and Graduates are also eligible to apply for UCD
Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements Peace in the 20th Century ¬ Islam & MA programmes in History, which include O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics and Christianity ¬ Medieval Ireland ¬ specialisms in Irish, European, International three other recognised subjects Early Modern Europe ¬ The Russian and Medieval History and History of Welfare Revolution ¬ Northern Ireland 1920-2010 ¬ Other Entry Routes same as above and Medicine in Society. The French Revolution ¬ British Empire. Studying History Final Years as a Joint Major with: Third year is dedicated to small class Politics teaching and the in-depth study of options Studying History as a Minor that best fit the interests of every student. Optional modules include: The Irish OR with one of the following: Revolution ¬ Tudor England ¬ 20th Century Geography Economics Europe at War, ¬ Italy since 1943 ¬ United States 1960-1980 ¬ Modern Japan ¬ Making Australian History ¬ Renaissance Florence, as Other courses of interest well as the history of sexuality, slavery, crime, Celtic Studies, Art History & History �52 religion, medicine and sport. Classics, English & History �54 Law with History �90
www.ucd.ie/myucd/artshum Undergraduate Office [email protected] +353 1 UCD School of History 716 8371 / 8375 / 8376 facebook.com/UCDHistory Newman, Belfield, Dublin 4 44 @UCDHistory UCD Arts & Humanities "Roghnaigh mé an cúrsa seo, mar go bhfuil traidisiún fíorláidir san ollscoil seo maidir leis an Léann Gaelach. Sa chéad bhliain, déanann tú roinnt mhaith oibre Irish/Gaeilge ar do chuid gramadaí, agus forbraíonn tú scileanna labhartha agus éisteachta. BA (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) - DN520 Bíonn ranganna teagaisc beaga agat, mar BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) - DN700 sin, tá sé éasca aithne a chur ar dhaoine eile sa bhliain. An chuid is fearr den chúrsa ná an cúrsa Gaeltachta sa dara agus sa CAO Code DN520 BA Arts tríú bliain. Caitheann tú seachtain amháin ag déanamh ranganna agus ag blaiseadh CAO Points Range 2016 N/A an chultúir áitiúil. Is deis iontach í chun do Length of Course 3 Years chuid Gaeilge a chleachtadh, agus bíonn DN520 Places 350 an-chraic ag na mic léinn." Roibeard Ó Leamhna Mac Léinn Gaeilge For general entry requirements, see pages 196-203 Mic léinn Ghaeilge UCD ar thuras Gaeltachta i gCiarraí. Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements O6/H7 in English, Irish, a third language and Cén fáth go n-oirfeadh an t-ábhar seo dom? Deiseanna Gairme agus Staidéir three other recognised subjects –– Má tá suim agat sa Ghaeilge Iarchéime Other school leaving examinations –– Más mian leat barr feabhais a chur ar do –– Láithreoir teilifíse, múinteoir ranga, See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd chuid scileanna cumarsáide agus teanga aistritheoir, taighdeoir, cóipeagarthóir, Level 5/6 QQI-FET –– Más spéis leat cur leis an eolas atá agat riarthóir, ateangaire, léachtóir nó iriseoir. See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html ar litríocht agus ar stair na nGael Tá mórán deiseanna spreagúla ann i Mature Entry Route See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents Tá atmaisféar foghlama bríomhar, scolártha gcomhair céimithe le Gaeilge in Éirinn ar fáil sna léachtaí agus sna ranganna agus thar lear. Studying Irish teagasic agus tú ag déanamh staidéir ar –– Tá cáil ar an Nua-Ghaeilge i UCD as as a Joint Major with one of the below: an nGaeilge, rud a chuirfidh go mór leis an feabhas i dtaighde agus i dteagasc Art History History spéis agus leis an taithí atá agat san ábhar. fochéime agus iarchéime a chothú agus Celtic Civilisation Irish Folklore Tabharfaidh na modúil atá ar fáil sa Nua- a chur chun cinn. Tá cúrsaí nuálacha Drama Irish Studies Ghaeilge léargas duit ar réimsí léinn nua- rathúla múinte ar fáil do mhic léinn: MA/ English Latin aimseartha agus stairiúla, idir theanga agus Dioplóma Iarchéime sa Nua-Ghaeilge French Linguistics litríocht – Ó Fhionn agus na Fianna anuas go agus MA/Dioplóma Iarchéime i Scríobh Geography Mathematics dtí TG4 agus go leor eile. agus Cumarsáid na Gaeilge, mar aon German Music le cáilíochtaí taighde MLitt agus PhD. Cad atá i gceist? Greek Spanish Greek & Roman I measc na gcúrsaí a chuirtear ar fáil tá: Deiseanna Staidéir Idirnáisiúnta Statistics Civilisation Tá deiseanna ar fáil do mhic léinn Ghaeilge –– Teanga na Gaeilge (idir Scríobh agus Studying Irish staidéar a dhéanamh in ollscoileanna thar Chumarsáid) OR lear, lena n-áirítear: with one Minor subject: –– Nualitríocht Film Studies –– University of Edinburgh, UK –– Iriseoireacht na Gaeilge –– Sabhal Mòr Ostaig, University of the CAO Code DN700 BSc Social Sciences –– Litríocht bhéil Highlands and Islands, UK –– Teangeolaíocht na Gaeilge –– Aberystwyth University, Wales CAO Points Range 2016 N/A –– Litríocht na Gaeilge Clasaicí Length of course 4 Years –– Philipps-Universität Marburg, Germany –– Scannánaíocht DN700 Places 500 –– University of Western Brittany, France Spreagtar rannpháirtíocht sna ranganna For general entry requirements, beaga teagaisc agus cuirtear deiseanna see pages 196-203 cumarsáide ar fáil sna ranganna comhrá. Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements Beidh an deis agat, mar sin, feabhas a chur O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics and ar do chuid scileanna teanga agus aithne three other recognised subjects níos fearr a chur ar mhic léinn eile le linn Other Entry Routes same as above na céime, go háirithe agus tú ag freastal ar an gcúrsa Gaeltachta. Beidh éagsúlacht Study Irish as a Minor bhreá measúnaithe i gceist, freisin, idir with one of the following: scrúduithe foirmeálta agus mheasúnú Archaeology Politics leanúnach. Economics Sociology Geography Information & Communication Philosophy Studies
Other courses of interest Celtic Studies, Art History & History �52
Undergraduate Office [email protected] www.ucd.ie/myucd/artshum UCD School of Irish, Celtic Studies & Folklore +353 1 716 8105 Newman, Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/MyUCD 45 UCD Arts & Humanities "I have found Folklore to be a fascinating subject with an impressive range of challenging and rewarding modules. The enthusiastic and dedicated staff have inspired my studies and encouraged my participation and engagement. So, if you are curious about popular and traditional culture, society and identity, and human existence in Irish Folklore everyday life, then I would strongly suggest that Folklore will transform your interests BA (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) - DN520 into a passion. Become fabulously enriched BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) - DN700 by Folklore - you won’t be disappointed.” Brian Simpson Irish Folklore Student
CAO Code DN520 BA Arts St John's Eve bonfire, Sruth Fada Con/Sruwaddocon Bay, Erris, CAO Points Range 2016 N/A Co. Mayo Photo by Noreen Barron, 2001 (National Folklore Collection/Cnuasach Bhéaloideas Éireann). Length of Course 3 Years DN520 Places 350 Why is this subject for me? Second & Final Years For general entry requirements, The study of folklore involves the study of You will examine specific areas of folklore in see pages 196-203 traditional popular culture, in the past and greater detail and see how folklore functions as part of our collective culture. Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements in the present. It is primarily concerned O6/H7 in English, Irish, a third language and with the history and culture of ordinary Modules include: three other recognised subjects people, and with the evolution and role Healers & Healing ¬ Folk Religion & Belief ¬ of tradition at vernacular level. As an Collectors of Song & Music ¬ The Narrative Art. Other school leaving examinations academic discipline, Folklore (or ethnology) See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd involves the exploration of oral literature, Irish Folklore is taught in lectures, with Level 5/6 QQI-FET additional tutorials in several modules. See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html social tradition, material culture, popular belief and practice, as well as traditional Classes are in English, although students Mature Entry Route with a knowledge of Irish will find this of help See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents music and song. It explores the dynamics of communal memory and of culture as in many areas of the subject. Studying Irish Folklore a collective phenomenon. It looks at the Assessment in all modules involves a as a Joint Major with one of the below: nature of popular tradition and the way in combination of in-semester assignment Celtic Civilisation Irish/ Gaeilge which such tradition is transmitted, usually work and an end-of-semester exam. Drama Irish Studies outside of official channels and often across English Italian vast distances of time and space. The UCD Career & Graduate Study Opportunities French Latin course investigates Irish Folklore as a A degree in Irish Folklore is relevant German Mathematics local expression of international cultural to anyone interested in popular Greek Music phenomena, making the subject particularly culture, tradition and society, and their History Spanish suitable for international students. interconnections. It provides an excellent basis for careers in: What will I study? CAO Code DN700 BSc Social Sciences –– Heritage bodies and institutions, First Year community organisations and local CAO Points Range 2016 N/A In first year, modules allow you to explore development initiatives Length of course 4 Years the nature and context of folklore, and –– The media provide you with a general introduction to DN700 Places 500 –– Teaching the wide range of topics involved. You will –– Areas related to Irish studies, local be introduced to key texts on Irish Folklore, For general entry requirements, studies and ethnic studies see pages 196-203 and to some of the principal sources of You can also pursue MA and Diploma courses Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements information on the subject. in Irish Folklore at graduate level, as well as O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics and Modules include: three other recognised subjects MLitt and PhD studies, specialising in one of Introduction to Folklore Folklore ¬ the many areas of the subject. Other Entry Routes same as above & the Imagination ¬ Traditional Storytelling. International Study Opportunities Studying Irish Folklore as a Minor There are opportunities for students to with: spend a year studying abroad while pursuing Archaeology their BA in Irish Folklore. Possibilities include Europe, Canada and the United States.
Other courses of interest Celtic Studies, Art History & History �52
www.ucd.ie/myucd/artshum Undergraduate Office [email protected] UCD School of Irish, Celtic Studies & Folklore +353 1 716 8105 Newman, Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/MyUCD 46 UCD Arts & Humanities "Irish Studies encompasses a varied, interesting and challenging range of subjects. I have explored and acquired a flavour for Irish archaeology, early and modern film and literature. Engagement with turn of the century and modern Irish drama has definitely touched a chord, sparking off an ongoing interest in the subject. The treatment of gender in modern Irish literature was extremely interesting. If you enjoy all things Irish Studies Irish and embrace diversity, Irish Studies is well worth considering." BA (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) Claire Coman Irish Studies and History Student
An early medieval depiction of a boat on the Kilnaruane pillar CAO Code DN520 BA Arts stone, Bantry, Co. Cork Image: Aidan O’Sullivan © UCD 2006. CAO Points Range 2016 N/A
Why is this subject for me? Third Year Length of Course 3 Years Irish Studies is an interdisciplinary Irish Studies Texts and Contexts ¬ Language DN520 Places 350 programme that examines the variety and Literature and Society. For general entry requirements, diversity of Irish history, society, cultural Students attend lectures and tutorials and see pages 196-203 practice and the complex processes through undertake independent study. which Ireland and Irish identities have been Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements Assessment is through a combination of O6/H7 in English, Irish, a third language and constructed. It asks a series of provocative end-of-semester written examinations and three other recognised subjects and stimulating questions about ideas of continuous assessment. Ireland and Irishness, such as how can we Other school leaving examinations understand the ways in which place, history, Sample Irish Studies module options See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd culture and society have shaped Ireland, Ireland Uncovered ¬ Exploring Ireland ¬ Level 5/6 QQI-FET See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html past and present? How do processes of Gender, Culture and Society ¬ List of module emigration and immigration impact on options from all other Schools in the College Mature Entry Route See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents Irish culture, society and identity? What of Arts and Humanities. influence have identity categories such as Studying Irish Studies Career & Graduate Study Opportunities gender, sexuality, ethnicity and class had on as a Joint Major with one of the below: Irish Studies graduates can find Irish culture, society and identities? Art History History employment in: What will I study? Celtic Civilisation Irish/ Gaeilge Journalism and the media ¬ Tourism ¬ Drama Irish Folklore Students take core Irish Studies modules, Heritage ¬ Advertising ¬ Business ¬ The Arts ¬ Italian alongside designated option modules from English Public Relations ¬ Public Service ¬ Politics other Arts & Humanities and Social Sciences French Latin programme subject areas, including Irish, Graduates are also eligible to apply for UCD Greek Linguistics MA programmes, including Irish Studies, Greek & Roman Folklore, Celtic Civilisation, Archaeology, Art Music History, English, Geography, History, Music History and English. Civilisation and Sociology. International Study Opportunities Core modules include: Exchange opportunities available to third- year students have included: First Year Introduction to Irish Studies ¬ Introduction –– Edinburgh University, UK to Irish Cultural Studies. –– Glasgow University, UK Second Year –– University of Toronto, Canada Reading Irish Studies: Place People & –– University of Otago, New Zealand Identities Irish Studies Readings Seminar. ¬ Irish Studies is a growing discipline, building on other possible international study opportunities in the US, Canada, UK, China, Australia, Europe and South Africa.
Other courses of interest Celtic Studies, Art History & History �52
Undergraduate Office [email protected] www.ucd.ie/myucd/artshum UCD School of Irish, Celtic Studies & Folklore +353 1 716 8105 Newman, Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/MyUCD 47 UCD Arts & Humanities "I came to Italian with stereotypical views and vague expectations. Thankfully, Italian at UCD had bigger and better challenges for me, and I continue to be surprised and delighted by them. The staff don’t just deliver a wonderful Italian learning experience – they are part of that BA (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) - DN520 experience." BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) - DN700 Mike Norris Italian and Latin Student
CAO Code DN520 BA Arts
CAO Points Range 2016 N/A Length of Course 3 Years DN520 Places 350
For general entry requirements, see pages 196-203
Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements Why is this subject for me? Career & Graduate Study Opportunities O6/H7 in English, Irish, a third language and In today’s world, where language skills Studying Italian opens the door to graduate three other recognised subjects are growing in importance, Italian is an studies (MA or PhD, in Ireland or abroad) and Other school leaving examinations exciting language to study. Not only will many careers, including: See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd you enjoy learning Italian, you will also open –– Careers in organisations like the EU, UN, Level 5/6 QQI-FET up excellent career opportunities in many and NGOs See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html areas of business and society. You will have –– Multinationals Mature Entry Route the opportunity to spend a year studying in See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents Italy, one of the world’s most beautiful and –– The Diplomatic Service Studying Italian fascinating countries. –– Hospitality and entertainment industries as a Joint Major with one of the below: Italian accepts both beginners and non- –– Teaching, publishing and journalism Art History History beginners. Opportunities exist for suitably –– Translation and interpreting Celtic Civilisation Irish Folklore qualified students to spend an extra year International Study Opportunities Drama Irish Studies abroad at a university in Italy, and graduate We recommend that after second year, English Latin with a BA (International). If you wish to reach you complete an Erasmus year at an Italian French Linguistics the level of linguistic proficiency required university, including ones at: German Mathematics by employers, we recommend that you opt –– Cagliari Greek Music for the four-year BA (International) degree. Greek & Roman Alternatively, if you wish to study more than –– Macerata Spanish Civilisation one language, with a year abroad, consider –– Milan Studying Italian DN541 Modern Languages. –– Rome OR with one Minor subject: –– Trento Film Studies What will I study? You will study language modules each year –– Urbino and also choose from modules, including: to achieve the level of proficiency required CAO Code DN700 BSc Social Sciences The Making of Modern Italy ¬ Women’s by employers and for graduate studies. Upon Writing ¬ Renaissance Italy ¬ Culture completion of your fourth year, you will then CAO Points Range 2016 N/A Under Fascism ¬ The History of the Italian be awarded a BA (International). Places may Length of course 4 Years Language ¬ Minorities in Italy. be limited and preference will be given to DN700 Places 500 those with better results. Language modules are taught in small For general entry requirements, groups, and literature and culture modules see pages 196-203 are taught through lectures and tutorials. Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements Assessment is through a combination O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics and three other recognised subjects of continuous assessment and end-of- semester exams. Other Entry Routes same as above
Studying Italian as a Minor with one of the following: Sociology Politics
Other courses of interest Modern Languages �61 English, European & World Literatures �56 KEY FACT Languages, Linguistics & Cultures �59 Italian is open to both beginners and non-beginners.
www.ucd.ie/myucd/artshum UCD School of Languages, Cultures and Linguistics [email protected] UCD, Belfield, Dublin 4 +353 1 716 8302 www.ucd.ie/slcl/ facebook.com/MyUCD 48 UCD Arts & Humanities "I am so glad that I chose to study Linguistics. I learned an enormous amount about many different areas of language and made some great friends. Linguistics The atmosphere in classes was always positive and the lecturers and tutors were BA (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) - DN520 very approachable. They communicated their passion for linguistics in a way that BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) - DN700 carried us all along with them and it made the three years fly by!" CAO Code DN520 BA Arts Kim Harte Linguistics Student
CAO Points Range 2016 N/A Length of Course 3 Years DN520 Places 350
Paul Howard, creator of Ross O’Carroll Kelly, For general entry requirements, discusses Dublin English with UCD Linguistics class. see pages 196-203 Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements Why is this subject for me? Linguistics modules comprise a lively mix O6/H7 in English, Irish, a third language and Language is something we take for granted of lectures, tutorials and hands-on exercises. three other recognised subjects but it is one of the most important skills Assessment involves a stimulating Other school leaving examinations we possess as human beings. It is hard combination of essays, language data See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd to imagine any activity that does not problem sets, group projects, exams Level 5/6 QQI-FET involve language in some way. This makes and presentations, so that students www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html linguistics (the scientific study of language) can fully demonstrate their learning and Mature Entry Route one of the most intriguing and interesting understanding. See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents subjects. Linguistics asks, and answers, Studying Linguistics such questions as: Career & Graduate Study Opportunities as a Joint Major with one of the below: Studying Linguistics develops essential –– How are languages structured? Celtic Civilisation Irish Studies skills that will allow you to pursue a diverse –– How is language acquired? Drama Italian range of careers, including: –– Why do we not all speak the same way? English Latin Speech and language therapy ¬ Language French Mathematics By studying linguistics, you will find the teaching ¬ Editing and publishing ¬ German Music answers to these and other questions. Journalism ¬ Business ¬ Advertising ¬ Greek Spanish Some of the answers may surprise you, Software development ¬ Database analysis and some will prompt you to explore more History Statistics Some of these careers may involve graduate profound and interesting questions. Irish/ Gaeilge study beyond linguistics, but students can Studying Linguistics What will I study? also pursue MA and PhD studies in one of the OR with one Minor subject: many areas of linguistics, as well as related First Year Information & Communication Studies areas such as cognitive science, computer Modules are introductory in nature and science or sociology. provide an overview of the many interesting CAO Code DN700 BSc Social Sciences topics dealt with in Linguistics, including: International Study Opportunities CAO Points Range 2016 N/A –– The sounds used in languages Students of Linguistics have availed of Length of course 4 Years –– The structure and meaning of words opportunities to study abroad as part of DN700 Places 500 and sentences their BA, at universities in: –– The way language is acquired by children Paris, France ¬ Barcelona, Spain ¬ Valladolid, For general entry requirements, –– How we use language to represent Spain ¬ Bilbao, Spain ¬ North Carolina, USA ¬ see pages 196-203 ourselves and to communicate with Toronto, Canada ¬ Waseda, Japan Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements others O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics and three other recognised subjects Second & Final Years Modules provide a more in-depth analysis Other Entry Routes same as above of the areas already introduced, as well as Studying Linguistics as a Minor looking at other areas, such as: with one of the following: Language Variation & Change ¬ Language Sociology Philosophy Disorders ¬ Endangered Languages ¬ Politics Geography English as a World Language ¬ Intercultural Communication ¬ The Corpus-based Study of Language. Other courses of interest Modern Languages �61 English, European & World Literatures �56 Languages, Linguistics & Cultures �59
UCD School of Languages, Cultures and Linguistics [email protected] www.ucd.ie/myucd/artshum UCD, Belfield, Dublin 4 +353 1 716 8302 www.ucd.ie/slcl/ facebook.com/MyUCD 49 UCD Arts & Humanities "I was a member of the Philharmonic Choir and the Gamelan Ensemble, both of which I immensely enjoyed. You are presented Music with numerous opportunities that will boost BA (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) - DN520 your musical resumé, not to mention the chance to perform in venues like Christ BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) - DN700 Church Cathedral and the National Concert Hall. The ensembles are all about developing CAO Code DN520 BA Arts musicianship and responsibilities as an ensemble member. Students are encouraged CAO Points Range 2016 N/A to create improvisation groups, and even compose new music. By the time you Length of Course 3 Years graduate, you will have acquired a skill set DN520 Places 350 and knowledge base that is entirely unique to UCD." For general entry requirements, see pages 196-203 Anika Babel Music Graduate
Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements Anika Babel, UCD Graduate 2016. O6/H7 in English, Irish, a third language and three other recognised subjects Why is this subject for me? BMus Other school leaving examinations Music is a universal form of expression, one Students who wish to move to a pure music See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd that captures our imagination in countless degree, after completing the first year of Level 5/6 QQI-FET ways. In UCD, we equip students with the the BA, may apply to transfer to the single www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html skills necessary to understand a wide variety subject BMus, subject to meeting the entry Mature Entry Route of musical practices. Study music in UCD if requirements. Alternatively, following See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents you love performing, listening to, and talking completion of the BA, you may add a BMus Special Entry Recommendation degree by studying for a further year. In order to study Music, we strongly about music. recommend that you have a grade H4 in Develop your musicianship through both Career & Graduate Study Opportunities Leaving Certificate Music or the equivalent theory and performance. Deepen your of grade 5 ABRSM Music Theory. Music graduates can pursue careers in: knowledge of musical history and cultures. Studying Music Analyse the important role music plays in The Music Industry ¬ Journalism ¬ Media ¬ Arts Administration ¬ Music Education ¬ as a Joint Major with one of the below: contemporary life. Learn how to research Academia ¬ Performance ¬ Music Therapy Art History Irish/ Gaeilge and write about specific musical genres and topics. Find out why music is such a central Music graduates often take their study of Celtic Civilisation Irish Folklore part of being human. music further, through graduate studies. Drama Irish Studies The UCD School of Music offers a Master in English Italian What will I study? Musicology [pathways in musicology and French Latin First Year ethnomusicology], MLitt, and PhD. German Linguistics Writing about Music ¬ Music, Culture & International Study Opportunities Greek Mathematics Society ¬ Music Theory and Musicianship ¬ Greek & Roman The UCD School of Music operates Erasmus Spanish Performance Ensemble Electives. Civilisation exchange programmes with universities in Studying Music Second & Final Years Munich, Prague and Rouen. OR with one Minor subject: Music History ¬ Formal Analysis ¬ Musics Non-EU exchange opportunities include Film Studies Geography of the World ¬ Irish Music ¬ Baroque Queen's University, Ontario, Canada, Counterpoint ¬ The Orchestra ¬ Blues and Philosophy Waseda University, Japan, and University of Jazz ¬ Harmony and Keyboard Harmony ¬ California, Los Angeles. Musical Traditions of India ¬ Music of the CAO Code DN700 BSc Social Sciences Renaissance ¬ The Piano Concerto ¬ Popular Performance Scholarships CAO Points Range 2016 N/A Music ¬ Performance Ensemble Electives. The School of Music offers over forty Length of course 4 Years Music is taught in lectures, seminars, performance scholarships each academic year. Details on criteria and auditions for DN700 Places 500 tutorials, ensemble rehearsals, and through independent study and practice. Students these scholarships can be found on our For general entry requirements, are assessed through a mixture of end-of- website. see pages 196-203 semester exams, continuous assessment, Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements dissertations, recitals, and concerts. O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics and There are four professionally-directed three other recognised subjects ensembles in UCD that can be taken for Other Entry Routes same as above credit: the UCD Choral Scholars; the UCD Studying Music as a Minor Gamelan Ensemble; the UCD Philharmonic with one of the following: Choir, and the UCD Symphony Orchestra. Auditions for our performing ensembles Information & Communication Studies take place during the first two weeks of the semester. Other courses of interest Music, Film & Drama �60
www.ucd.ie/myucd/artshum Undergraduate Office, UCD School of Music [email protected] Newman, Belfield, Dublin 4 +353 1 716 8178 facebook.com/MyUCD 50 UCD Arts & Humanities "Spanish in UCD is an intimate and friendly degree which I would definitely recommend. I took part in Spanish Spanish language plays, run by students and BA (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) - DN520 staff, which were a huge highlight of my year. Lecturers were enthusiastic and BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) - DN700 supportive, encouraging us to open up and debate in small groups." CAO Code DN520 BA Arts Anita Hyland Spanish Student CAO Points Range 2016 N/A Length of Course 3 Years DN520 Places 350
For general entry requirements, see pages 196-203
La Casa Milà (La Pedrera) in Barcelona. Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements O6/H7 in English, Irish, a third language and three other recognised subjects
Why is this subject for me? Second & Final Years Other school leaving examinations Spanish is a truly global language, spoken Language ¬ Latin-American Literature ¬ See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd by more than 400 million people around the Modern Novel & Film ¬ Modern Poetry ¬ Level 5/6 QQI-FET world. Taught through interactive language Commercial Spanish ¬ Translation ¬ Advanced www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html classes, Spanish is not only accessible in Oral Language ¬ Erasmus Opportunities ¬ Mature Entry Route the initial stages of learning, it is also richly Electives, including Portuguese Language. See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents rewarding for those interested in the more Spanish is taught in lectures and classes Special Entry Recommendation In First Year two streams are offered, one advanced subtleties of linguistic study. and there is an emphasis on independent In tandem with learning to communicate for absolute beginners and another for study. Assessments are varied and may non-beginners. For the non-beginners effectively in Spanish, a combination of include end-of-semester examinations, level a minimum of H4 grade in Leaving Certificate Spanish or equivalent is strongly lectures, tutorials and group work enables coursework, presentations and projects. you to pursue your own readings of and recommended. reflections upon works by major authors. Career & Graduate Study Opportunities Studying Spanish This will deepen your knowledge of Hispanic Our graduates are flexible, articulate and as a Joint Major with one of the below: culture, as well as sharpening your critical eminently employable people who can Art History faculties. Opportunities will be available to enjoy careers in: Civil service ¬ Journalism ¬ Irish/ Gaeilge study Portuguese and acquire translation Banking and business ¬ Teaching ¬ Tourism. Celtic Civilisation Irish Folklore skills. They are also eligible to apply for the MA Drama Italian We accept absolute beginners (taught in Modern Languages and other taught English Latin separately in first year) and non-beginners. Master's programmes in the School of French Linguistics Languages, Culture & Linguistics and Greek Music Opportunities exist for suitably qualified College of Arts & Humanities. MLitt and PhD Greek & Roman Civilisation Statistics students to spend an extra year abroad programmes are also available. and graduate with a BA (International). History If you wish to reach the level of linguistic International Study Opportunities Studying Spanish proficiency required by employers, we We operate exchanges with several partner OR with one Minor subject: recommend that you opt for the four-year institutions in Spain, Latin America and Film Studies BA (International) degree. Alternatively, if Portugal, including: Deusto, Bilbao, Spain ¬ you wish to study more than one language, Zaragoza, Spain ¬ Valladolid, Spain ¬ CAO Code DN700 BSc Social Sciences with a year abroad, consider DN541 Modern Salamanca, Spain ¬ Castilla-La-Mancha Languages. (Ciudad Real), Spain ¬ Seville, Spain ¬ CAO Points Range 2016 N/A What will I study? Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile Length of course 4 Years (Santiago), Chile ¬ Monterrey, Mexico ¬ We aim to train you in the four main skills DN700 Places 500 Austral, Buenos Aires, Argentina of reading, writing, speaking and listening. ¬ Montevideo, Uruguay Lisbon, Portugal A complementary objective is to focus on ¬ ¬ For general entry requirements, Coimbra, Portugal see pages 196-203 the analytical study and understanding of Hispanic literatures and cultures. If suitably Places may be limited, with preference Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements qualified, students have the opportunity to given to those with better results. O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics and study for an Erasmus year in Spain, Latin three other recognised subjects America or Portugal. Other Entry Routes same as above
First Year Studying Spanish as a Minor Language ¬ Study Skills ¬ Stories, Poetry, with: Drama, Short Texts ¬ Electives, including Politics Portuguese Language.
Other courses of interest Modern Languages �61 Languages, Linguistics & Cultures �59
UCD School of Languages, Cultures and Linguistics [email protected] www.ucd.ie/myucd/artshum UCD, Belfield, Dublin 4 +353 1 716 8302 www.ucd.ie/slcl/ facebook.com/MyUCD 51 UCD Arts & Humanities "I came to UCD for the wide variety of subjects – I would never have been able to study Celtic Civilisation, for example, in France. What I like most about my course is the range of topics we study. I take modules that explore art history, architecture, archaeology, religious studies, anthropology and history. We get to experience the things we study first hand through visits to the archaeological museum Celtic Studies, in UCD or to historical sites around Dublin. Teachers and tutors are incredibly helpful, Art History and this really helps to make the student experience in UCD enjoyable.” & History Suzanne L’Anthoën Greek & Roman Civilisation and Celtic Civilisation Student BA (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) Gallarus Oratory, Dingle Peninsula.
Why is this programme for me? such as: Medieval Ireland ¬ Northern Ireland CAO Code DN530 BA Humanities Are you interested in pursuing research or a ¬ Islam & Christianity ¬ British Empire ¬ career in culture, the arts, or heritage? This Modernism ¬ The Art & Architecture of unique interdisciplinary programme covers Classical Antiquity ¬ Irish Painting ¬ Modern CAO Points Range 2016 N/A all of these areas, ranging across Celtic Architecture ¬ Dutch Art ¬ Art and Death ¬ Courts and Court Culture ¬ Visualising Length of Course 4 Years Studies, Art History and History. The core of this programme will see students examine Migration ¬ Art & Revolution in the 20th DN530 Places 220 the history, literature, language and culture Century ¬ The Decorative Arts. of the Celts across the centuries. It will Third Year For general entry requirements, challenge students and will develop their see pages 196-203 Undertake an internship or study abroad for critical thinking and evaluation skills, as a semester and choose to study from the Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements well as providing an appreciation of the full range of Celtic Studies, Art History and O6/H7 in English, Irish, a third language and complexities of ideas, societies, cultures, three other recognised subjects History modules. languages and art. Fourth Year Other school leaving examinations Undertake a research dissertation drawing See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd What will I study? on the disciplines studied and choose to In this programme, the study of the Level 5/6 QQI-FET study from the full range of Celtic Studies, history of the Celts will be placed in a See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html Art History and History modules European and global context, allowing Mature Entry Route See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents for a deep understanding of Celtic Career and Graduate Study Opportunities civilisation from antiquity to the present Students on this programme will gain day. Students will also engage with the the transferable skills highly valued by aesthetic, stylistic, historical and critical employers in the cultural and heritage elements of the visual arts: painting, sector, education, archives, media, sculpture, architecture, the decorative journalism, public service, museums and arts and modern visual art forms, including art galleries, research, and a wide range of photography, video and performance. The private sector employment opportunities diversity of choice in the modules that are that require interdisciplinary competences. available – from Early Irish and Welsh to In addition to MLitt and PhD programmes Medieval Art and Architecture, and folklore in Art History, Celtic Studies and History, and migration – draws together Celtic this programme prepares students for Studies, Art History and History. graduate study in many areas, including: Celtic Studies Art History History Film First Year ¬ ¬ ¬ Choose to study from the full range of ¬ Drama ¬ Media Studies ¬ Cultural Studies ¬ Celtic Studies, Art History and History Education ¬ Archives ¬ Cultural Policy & Arts Management. modules, such as: The Ancient Celts ¬ Early Medieval Ireland, its history and International Study Opportunities institutions The History of the British Celts ¬ Opportunities for study abroad include those ¬ Medieval Welsh literature ¬ Vikings in the at universities in: Iceland ¬ Norway ¬ France Celtic World ¬ Ireland’s English Centuries ¬ Wales ¬ Scotland ¬ Austria ¬ Germany ¬ Italy ¬ Creating History ¬ Modern Ireland ¬ Tools ¬ Poland ¬ Spain ¬ Switzerland ¬ America ¬ of Art History Giotto to Michelangelo ¬ ¬ Australia. Other courses of interest Caravaggio to Turner ¬ Art & The Modern Classics, Art History & Archaeology �53 World. Classics, English & History 54 � Second Year Choose to study from the full range of Celtic Studies, Art History and History modules,
www.ucd.ie/myucd/artshum Elizabeth Varley [email protected] UCD School of Art History and Cultural Policy, +353 1 716 8162 Newman Building, Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/MyUCD 52 UCD Arts & Humanities "The Schools of Classics and Archaeology students and faculty members get to know each other easily and quickly, which is invaluable in a large university. The degree has allowed me to explore career options that range from further scholarly and academic studies, to careers in international heritage management. I have loved my time at UCD, thanks to the subject combination I chose and the people I have met. I enjoyed my time so much that I chose Classics, to undertake an MA in Classics.” Zoë Purser-Doyle Archaeology and Art History Greek & Roman Civilisation & Archaeology
BA (Hons) (NFQ Level 8)
Why is this programme for me? Caravaggio to Turner ¬ Exploring Archaeology Students who take this programme will ¬ Introduction to the Archaeology of Ireland ¬ CAO Code DN530 BA Humanities benefit from the inter-disciplinary study of The Human Past ¬ Anthropology. the visual arts, archaeology, and material Second Year culture from prehistory and antiquity to the Take an interdisciplinary module on the theme CAO Points Range 2016 N/A present day. In Classics, you will use literary of Cultural Heritage and choose from the full Length of Course 4 Years and historical analysis along with the visual list of Classics, Art History and Archaeology DN530 Places 220 and material evidence to reconstruct the modules, including: Art and Monuments of lost worlds of the Greek and Roman past; in Imperial Rome ¬ Minoans and Mycenaeans Art History, you will learn the skills of visual For general entry requirements, ¬ Greeks, Romans, and Barbarians ¬ Irish analysis and learn how to read images in see pages 196-203 Medieval to Early Modern Art and Architecture their social and cultural context; and in Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements ¬ Art and Architecture of Classical Antiquity Archaeology, you will learn the principles O6/H7 in English, Irish, a third language and Studies in Antiquity Archaeology of and practices of archaeological approaches ¬ ¬ three other recognised subjects Things Archaeology of Landscapes How to material culture and landscapes in order ¬ ¬ Archaeologists Think ¬ Cultural Heritage. Other school leaving examinations to explore past human societies. See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd Third Year What will I study? Level 5/6 QQI-FET A core module based on summer fieldwork Classics is the study of the history, See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html in Glendalough and a selection from the full literature, and material culture of the Greek range of modules in Classics, Art History, Mature Entry Route and Roman Mediterranean from the Bronze and Archaeology. See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents Age to Late Antiquity. It is a subject which inspired the Renaissance and remains Fourth Year central to understanding modern European Option of a research dissertation in the culture and society. Art History interprets three disciplines and a selection from the the art of different ages, assesses its full range of modules in Classics, Art History, meaning, development, context and quality. and Archaeology. Students study systems of formal analysis Career & Graduate Study Opportunities such as composition, style or iconography; Graduates will have skills in critical thinking patronage and social context; conceptual and interdisciplinary analysis which will and historical analysis. prepare them for careers in the cultural and Archaeology uses past material culture heritage sector, education, archives, media, and landscapes to reconstruct human journalism, public service, museums and lives. Students of archaeology learn art galleries, research, and a wide range of interdisciplinary, creative approaches to private sector employment opportunities. understanding human societies past and The programme provides a broad range of present and explore the key events that transferable skills, from working in teams have shaped history. through varied forms of presentation to independent research. First Year Take an interdisciplinary module based International Study Opportunities in the UCD Classical Museum and choose Students will have access to both EU and from the full list of Classics, Art History and non-EU destinations through a suite of Archaeology modules, including: Classical programmes including Erasmus, Erasmus+ Greece ¬ Age of Augustus ¬ Lost Cities of the and the study abroad and partnership Other courses of interest Classics, English & History 54 Ancient World ¬ Art History from Antiquity to arrangements that UCD has with � the Medieval Period ¬ Giotto to Michelangelo ¬ universities across the globe. Celtic Studies, Art History & History �52
Alexander Thein [email protected] www.ucd.ie/myucd/artshum UCD School of Classics, +353 1 716 8662 Newman Building K211, University College Dublin facebook.com/MyUCD 53 UCD Arts & Humanities "I thoroughly enjoyed both subjects, and there was a wide range of modules to choose from in both. As you progress through the two subjects, you have the opportunity to focus your specific interests within the course. There are excellent facilities for both departments, and UCD even has its very own Classical Studies museum tucked away upstairs, which is full of artefacts and interesting information! I loved my time spent studying both of these subjects, and found the teaching in UCD to be of a fantastic standard. So much so, that I continued on to study an MA in American Literature in UCD, and Classics, English I am now completing my Professional Master's of Education (also in UCD) in order to become an & History English and Classical Studies teacher.” A coin from fifth century BC Athens, birthplace of democracy. Joanne Collins English and Classical Studies The owl represents Athena, goddess of wisdom and patron of Athens. Graduate BA (Hons) (NFQ Level 8)
Why is this programme for me? Romanticism ¬ Victorian to Modern Literature CAO Code DN530 BA Humanities Do you want to develop a deep ¬ Twentieth-Century Drama ¬ Modern America understanding of human experience in ¬ French Revolution ¬ British Empire ¬ Europe and its associated cultures from Northern Ireland ¬ Early Modern Europe. CAO Points Range 2016 N/A earliest times to the very present? Do you Third Year Length of Course 4 Years want to explore issues of memory, truth, Take a dedicated interdisciplinary module DN530 Places 220 curiosity and understanding that have – Undertake an internship or study abroad fascinated people at all times and at all for a semester – Choose to study from the places? This programme will bring students For general entry requirements, full range of Classics, English and History see pages 196-203 to the heart of vital questions about society, modules. history, culture and life itself, and deep Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements Fourth Year O6/H7 in English, Irish, a third language and into the array of texts that are the result of Undertake a research dissertation drawing three other recognised subjects millennia of lives lived. on the disciplines studied and choose to study from the full range of Classics, English Other school leaving examinations What will I study? and History modules. See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd Students will not only encounter written words Level 5/6 QQI-FET but gain key skills in interpreting evidence of Career and Graduate Study Opportunities See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html every kind – material, oral, visual and aural A strong focus on the fluent articulation Mature Entry Route – through dynamic lectures and small group and analysis of ideas means students on See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents tuition. Key modules from the three cognate this programme will gain the cultural capital subjects of Classics, English and History will and transferable skills highly valued by be consolidated by small-group tuition in employers, whether in business sector, arts thematic cross-disciplinary modules on issues and heritage, civil service or the media. such as cultural transmission, intertextuality, In addition to MLitt and PhD programmes history of ideas and political thought. in Classics, English and History, this First Year programme prepares students for graduate Choose from the full range of modules in study in many areas, including: Classics, English and History, including: Classics ¬ English ¬ History ¬ Film ¬ Drama ¬ Classical Greece ¬ Age of Augustus ¬ War Media Studies ¬ Cultural Studies ¬ Education and the Hero (Homer and Virgil) ¬ Lost Cities ¬ Archives. of the Ancient World ¬ Contemporary Irish Writing ¬ Literary Genre ¬ How to Read Poetry International Study Opportunities ¬ Writing the Body ¬ Critical Reading/Creative Students will have access to both EU and Writing ¬ Modern Europe ¬ Creating History ¬ non-EU destinations through a suite of Modern Ireland ¬ Rome To Renaissance. programmes including Erasmus, Erasmus+ Second Year and the study abroad and partnership Choose from the full range of modules in arrangements that UCD has with Classics, English and History, including: universities across the globe. Alexander the Great ¬ Greek Tragedy ¬ Heracles the Hero ¬ Greeks, Romans, and Barbarians ¬ The Oedipus Myth ¬ Pompeii ¬ Eating and Drinking in Antiquity ¬ Magic in the Other courses of interest Ancient World ¬ Reading Medieval Literature ¬ Classics, Art History & Archaeology �53 Irish Literature in English ¬ Modern American Celtic Studies, Art History & History �52 Literature ¬ Renaissance Literature ¬
www.ucd.ie/myucd/artshum John McCafferty [email protected] School of History, UCD, Belfield, Dublin 4 +353 1 716 8285 facebook.com/MyUCD 54 UCD Arts & Humanities "I have thoroughly enjoyed my time studying in the School of English, Drama and Film. What has struck me most about the combination of these subjects is the fact that the skills acquired in one subject can be applied to the other. There is also a great correlation between the material covered in the subjects. Overall, this is a fantastic degree as it furthers a student’s understanding of how to structure an academic essay on either written or audio-visual texts and also exposes students to historic, cultural and social contexts which they may be unfamiliar with prior to their college career." English, Ruairí Costello English and Film Studies Drama & Film Student An image from Georges Méliès's famous 1902 film, Le Voyage dans la Lune. BA (Hons) (NFQ Level 8)
Why is this for me? Third Year Study English, Drama and Film if you are Fin-de-Siecle ¬ Shakespeare in Context CAO Code DN530 BA Humanities interested in the relationships between ¬ Contemporary Historical Novel ¬ literature, drama, film, and media cultures. Contemporary Theatre and Performance ¬ Refine your critical engagement with a wide Staging Texts ¬ Whiteness and Ethnicity ¬ CAO Points Range 2016 N/A variety of texts and cultures, in different Animation ¬ Documentary Film ¬ Internship ¬ Length of Course 4 Years genres and media, and across different Semester Abroad. national and historical locations. Consider DN530 Places 220 Fourth Year the role of cultural representation across Monsters of the Market: Zombs, Vamps, and a diverse range of genres, forms and time For general entry requirements, World Literature ¬ Revolutions in Twentieth see pages 196-203 periods in shaping community and societal Century World Theatres ¬ Alternative structures and beliefs. Explore how the Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements Cinemas TV Genres Dissertation. study of English, Drama and Film intersects ¬ ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish, a third language and three other recognised subjects with questions of gender, race, and identity. Career and Graduate Study Opportunities Become a critical and creative thinker. Graduates of UCD School of English, Drama Other school leaving examinations See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd What will I study? and Film have found employment as writers, dramatists, and filmmakers, and in areas Level 5/6 QQI-FET You will study theories, histories, forms and such as journalism, broadcasting, cultural See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html genres of literature, drama, film and media culture from the medieval period to the agencies and industries, research and Mature Entry Route See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents contemporary moment. There is a wide range administration, education, and advertising of modules available to you from across all and public relations. three subject areas – English, Drama, and There is a wide range of MA Programmes Film – allowing you to find and follow your own available from UCD School of English, Drama interests through the programme. In addition, and Film, as well as opportunities for MPhil there are dedicated transdisciplinary modules and PhD study. MA programmes include: which focus specifically on the intersections Literature and Culture ¬ Anglo-Irish between film, literature, drama, and media Literature and Drama Creative Writing texts and cultures. You will develop your critical ¬ ¬ Theatre Practice Drama and Performance skills via a range of teaching modes (lecture, ¬ Studies Writing for Theatre. Film Studies. tutorial, seminar, research supervision), ¬ through collaborative and peer learning, and See www.ucd.ie/englishdramafilm/study/ independent, self-directed scholarship. postgraduate for more detail.
First Year International Study Opportunities Page, Stage, Screen 1 & 2 Literature ¬ We offer a number of Erasmus and Study in Context 1 & 2 Theatre Context and ¬ Aroad opportunities, including in: Albert- Conventions The Theatrical Event ¬ ¬ Ludwigs-Universität, Frieburg, Germany Perspectives on Film 1 & 2. ¬ Université Sorbonne (Paris IV), France Second Year ¬ University of Turin, Italy ¬ University of Critical Theory ¬ Reading Medieval Literature Verona, Italy ¬ University of Amsterdam, ¬ Renaissance Literature ¬ Romantic the Netherlands ¬ University of Coimbra, Literature ¬ Performance in Everyday Life ¬ Portugal ¬ University of Barcelona, Spain Staging Performance ¬ Contemporary Ireland ¬ University of British Columbia, Canada Other courses of interest on Stage European Cinema Irish Cinema ¬ ¬ ¬ ¬ University of Miami, USA ¬ University of Music, Film & Drama �60 History of Television Hollywood Cinema. ¬ Otago, New Zealand. English, European & World Literatures �56
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"In UCD, I have been able to combine my passion for French with my keen interest in English literature. I spent an unforgettable Erasmus year in Lille, studying literature, improving my fluency in French, and developing valuable intercultural skills. My degree has allowed me to excel personally and professionally, providing me with a wealth of transferable skills that national and international employers look for in English, graduates nowadays. I enjoyed my studies so much so that I have embarked upon European & doctoral research in French literature!’ World Literatures Emma Dunne French and English Student
BA (Hons) (NFQ Level 8)
Why is this programme for me? Second Year CAO Code DN530 BA Humanities This programme develops an in-depth Choose from a wide range of English understanding and a questioning of the modules and a wide range of literature / literary and intellectual legacies of European culture modules in either French / Spanish CAO Points Range 2016 N/A languages, including English. You will look / Italian / German. Students also take Length of Course 4 Years at the ways in which these literatures have language proficiency modules in either impacted, and continue to impact, beyond French / Spanish / Italian / German. DN530 Places 220 their countries of origin. You will explore Third Year the relationship between writing and place, The third year is spent abroad in either: France For general entry requirements, examine how other cultures respond to key/ see pages 196-203 Canada Spain South America Portugal global issues, and assess how languages ¬ ¬ ¬ ¬ Germany Austria or Italy, depending on the Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements encode and challenge cultural identities. ¬ ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish, a third language and language of study. Students will continue their three other recognised subjects What will I study? study of English literature also and benefit Students will read English and one of the from different pedagogical approaches. Other school leaving examinations modern languages French/Spanish/Italian/ See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd Fourth Year German. Level 5/6 QQI-FET Specialised option literature / culture See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html You will study a wide range of modules, modules in both English and either French spanning a wealth of geographical, / Spanish / Italian / German. Language Mature Entry Route chronological and generic diversity from the proficiency modules in either French / See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents Renaissance to the contemporary period; Spanish / Italian / German ¬ Plus another from England and continental Europe to subject ¬ Plus Elective modules Québec, francophone America, South America, Research dissertation on a topic related Australia, and Africa; from poetry, prose and to either English literature; the literature / drama to history of ideas and cinema – hence culture of a European language; or a subject developing your ability to analyse critically the of a transdisciplinary, comparative nature. ways in which language, literature and ideas interact, and how they inflect and shape the Career & Graduate Study Opportunities societies in which we live. In addition to these International relations ¬ Public literature / culture modules, you will take administration ¬ Education ¬ Translation language modules in your chosen European and interpreting ¬ Journalism and media ¬ language, since cultural engagement can only Tourism ¬ Careers in the EU ¬ Publishing be achieved through an advanced level of ¬ Law ¬ Academia and research ¬ Arts linguistic competence. All European language administration ¬ Heritage management. modules focus on the texts written in the In addition to MLitt and PhD programmes, original language. this programme prepares students for post- First Year graduate study in the School of Languages, English modules: Literature in Context 1 and 2 Cultures and Linguistics, and the School of ¬ Contemporary Irish Writing ¬ Literary Genre Irish, Celtic Studies and Folklore. ¬ Foundational literature / culture modules in International Study Opportunities either French / Spanish / Italian / German. Exchange partners include universities in Two dedicated transdisciplinary modules: Paris ¬ Lyons ¬ Bordeaux ¬ Rouen ¬ Rennes Reading European Literature 1 and 2 ¬ Angers ¬ Besançon ¬ Geneva ¬ Brussels ¬ Other courses of interest Language proficiency modules in either Montreal ¬ Salamanca ¬ Bilbao ¬ Seville ¬ Modern Languages �61 French / Spanish / Italian / German. Zaragoza ¬ Chile ¬ Uruguay ¬ Argentina ¬ English Literature �58 Berlin ¬ Leipzig ¬ Munich ¬ Vienna ¬ Rome ¬ Milan ¬ Trento and Urbino.
www.ucd.ie/myucd/artshum UCD School of Languages, Cultures and Linguistics [email protected] UCD, Belfield, Dublin 4 +353 1 716 8302 www.ucd.ie/slcl/ facebook.com/MyUCD 56 UCD Arts & Humanities "Every class, whether theory or practice, included lots of well-directed and very relevant discussion, so there was a great sense of involvement. The atmosphere was one in which everyone was empowered to pursue their own creative endeavours. I was able not only to begin writing a novel, but almost finish the first draft. Also, l found the courage to write poetry again. The guest lectures from publishing experts and well established writers were particularly helpful in learning how to go about having my novel published.” English with Disharee Bose MA in Creative Writing A scene from the production in Kilmainham Jail of Signatories, Creative Writing a series of monologues by eight Irish writers centred on 1916 and edited by Dr. Lucy Collins of the School of English Drama and Film. BA (Hons) (NFQ Level 8)
Why is this programme for me? Third Year If your interest in literature extends to an Poetry Workshop ¬ Travel Writing ¬ Students CAO Code DN530 BA Humanities ambition to write creatively, this degree will also choose from a wide range of specialist programme will support that ambition through English modules such as Paradise Lost, classes, workshops, and seminars dedicated to Shakespeare in Context, Austen’s Peers, Yeats, CAO Points Range 2016 N/A the development of your creative talent. In the Reading Ulysses, Reading Beckett, The Theatre Length of Course 4 Years final year, you will work on – and complete to of Martin McDonagh. DN530 Places 220 high standard – a substantial writing project. Fourth Year To help you reach this standard, you will be Advanced Writing Project ¬ Students will also For general entry requirements, advised and directed by one of the supervisors choose from a wide range of advanced English see pages 196-203 on the Creative Writing team. modules, including Contemporary Historical Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements Fiction, the Crime Novel, Contemporary O6/H7 in English, Irish, a third language and What will I study? Irish Writing, Memory and the Irish Stage, three other recognised subjects You will study the work of a wide range of Contemporary Irish Women’s Poetry, Modern writers, focusing on how they create their Other school leaving examinations American Poetry and Poetics works. You will learn about form and genre. See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd You will explore a range of narrating voices by Career and Graduate Study Opportunities Level 5/6 QQI-FET See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html reading texts selected to illustrate this range. Creative Writing graduates often find In a similar way, you will learn how characters employment as writers, editors, in the Mature Entry Route are constructed, how to handle dialogue, how publishing sector, as literary agents, literary See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents to manage time and sequencing and many event support, literary centre support, and as other elements of the craft of writing, which literary critics. will be generally helpful and occasionally Please Note: Many also enter other professions including: Progression to the "English with Creative inspiring in your own writing. You will be Writing" pathway will be determined by Broadcasting and Journalism Cultural introduced to contemporary developments in ¬ the standard of a creative writing portfolio literature by considering the work of a number Production and Arts Management ¬ Public submitted at the end of year 1. Students of Irish writers, who will address the class Relations ¬ Business / Finance ¬ Law ¬ who do not progress to the "English with Politics ¬ Policymaking ¬ Teaching ¬ Heritage Creative Writing" pathway will complete and provide valuable insight into the writing their final three years as "English Literature" ¬ Management Consultancy ¬ Tourism ¬ process. students. Humanities Research, and many others. First Year Critical Reading/Creative Writing ¬ How to The School of English, Drama and Film offers Read Poetry ¬ Writing the Body ¬ Literature in a wide range of postgraduate programmes, Context 1 & 2. ¬ Contemporary Irish Writing including MA, MFA and PhD. Programmes ¬ Literary Genre ¬ Plus another subject ¬ Plus include: the MA and MFA in Creative Writing Elective modules ¬ MA in Writing for Theatre ¬ MA in Literature Progression to the 'English with Creative and Culture ¬ MA in Anglo-Irish Literature and Writing' pathway will be determined by the Drama. quality of a portfolio submission in Year See www.ucd.ie/englishdramafilm/study/ 1. Students who do not progress to the postgraduate for more details. 'English with Creative Writing' pathway will continue in the English Literature International Study Opportunities programme (see page 58). Students will have access to both EU and Second Year non-EU destinations through a suite of Other courses of interest programmes, including Erasmus, Erasmus+ English, Drama & Film 55 Creative Writing 1 & 2 ¬ Critical Theory ¬ � and the study abroad and partnership English Literature 58 Medieval Literature ¬ Irish Literature � arrangements that UCD has with universities in English ¬ Renaissance Literature ¬ across the globe. Romanticism ¬ Victorian to Modern Literature ¬ Modern American Literature.
UCD School of English, Drama & Film [email protected] www.ucd.ie/myucd/artshum Newman Building, Belfield Dublin 4. +353 1 716 8323/8328 facebook.com/MyUCD 57 UCD Arts & Humanities "I started my undergrad in English Literature without really knowing what to expect. Having a great love for reading, writing and storytelling, I initially saw my BA as a means of encountering a diverse range of literature, not necessarily looking ahead to what I’d do once my degree was complete. Fortunately, not only did I acquire a valuable set of skills over the course of my studies, emerging as an effective communicator and critical thinker, but also discovered a passion for Medieval and Early Medieval writings. Now, English coming towards the end of an MA in Medieval Literature and Culture, I am considering pursuing a PhD in the near future, with an Literature eye towards a career in academia." Karl Milne English Literature Student BA (Hons) (NFQ Level 8)
Why is this programme for me? Contemporary Historical Fiction, Literary CAO Code DN530 BA Humanities Are you an enthusiastic reader and writer Studies and Digital Humanities, Literature, who wants to immerse yourself in literature Modernity and the Sea, and many others. ranging from Old English to new writing Study Abroad Internship. CAO Points Range 2016 N/A being published today? Do you want to ¬ Length of Course 4 Years explore the radical potential of novels, plays Fourth Year and poems to change lives? Would you like Dissertation World Literature in English DN530 Places 220 ¬ to analyse literary concepts and forms ¬ Modernism and Women’s Fiction ¬ Plus deeply, to creatively connect ideas across a specialised Option modules on: Austen, For general entry requirements, wide range of cultures, periods, genres and see pages 196-203 Shakespeare, Joyce, McDonagh, Heaney, media, and to develop your critical thinking Chaucer, Synge, McPherson, Talking Animals, Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements and analytical skills to an advanced level? the Crime Novel, Post-War US Theatre, O6/H7 in English, Irish, a third language and Would you like to study with world-class three other recognised subjects Canadian Fiction, and many others. researchers and teachers, and develop your Career & Graduate Study Opportunities Other school leaving examinations own unique research project? If so, the BA See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd Humanities Degree in English is for you. Our English graduates have found employment in: Broadcasting and Journalism Level 5/6 QQI-FET What will I study? See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html ¬ Cultural Production and Arts Management You will study texts ranging from the Old ¬ Public Relations ¬ Business / Finance ¬ Mature Entry Route English, medieval and early modern periods Publishing ¬ Law ¬ Politics ¬ Policymaking See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents to the nineteenth and through to the ¬ Teaching ¬ Heritage ¬ Management twenty-first century – writing which extends Consultancy ¬ Tourism ¬ Humanities across national boundaries and regions, Research, and many other areas. from British to Irish to American to World Literature, and covering multiple genres. There are a wide range of MA Programmes You will explore literary production, value available in the School of English, Drama and and impact – how fiction, poetry and drama Film, as well as opportunities for MPhil and are inspired, shaped, released and received PhD study. MA programmes include: in particular historical and cultural contexts Literature and Culture (with specialisms in – learning how the meanings of literary texts American ¬ Gender, Sexuality and Culture change and renew across time and space. ¬ Medieval ¬ Modern and Contemporary ¬ Renaissance); Anglo-Irish Literature and First Year Drama; Creative Writing. Literature in Context 1 & 2 ¬ Contemporary Irish Writing ¬ Literary Genre ¬ How to Read See www.ucd.ie/englishdramafilm/study/ Poetry ¬ Writing the Body ¬ Critical Reading / postgraduate for more detail. Creative Writing. International Study Opportunities Second Year We offer a number of Erasmus and Study Critical Theory ¬ Reading Medieval Literature Aroad opportunities, including at: Albert- ¬ Reading Old English ¬ Spenser in Ireland ¬ Ludwigs-Universität, Frieburg, Germany Irish Literature in English ¬ Modern American ¬ Université Sorbonne (Paris IV), France Literature ¬ Renaissance Literature ¬ ¬ University of Turin, Italy ¬ University of Romanticism ¬ Victorian to Modern Literature Verona, Italy ¬ University of Amsterdam, ¬ Twentieth-Century Drama. the Netherlands ¬ University of Coimbra, Other courses of interest Portugal ¬ University of Barcelona, Spain English with Creative Writing �57 Third Year Choose from a wide range of specialist ¬ University of British Columbia, Canada English, Drama & Film �55 modules in different literary fields, including: ¬ University of Miami, USA ¬ University of English, European & World Literatures �56 The Body in Pain in Irish Culture, Literature Otago, New Zealand. and Science, Architecture and Narrative,
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"I didn’t really know exactly what Linguistics entailed when I first chose to study it in UCD. I quickly fell in love with it and took as many modules in it as I could. The pairing of German and Linguistics was a winner for me. I was at an immediate advantage in Linguistics, having German by my side. I was able to comprehend the syntax terminologies, having already learned them through German. That was not all that German was good for! German literature was Languages, the fun part of my degree. Reading fiction through another language is incredibly Linguistics entertaining and rewarding.” Ruby Towers German and Linguistics & Cultures Student
BA (Hons) (NFQ Level 8)
Why is this programme for me? Second Year This programme is designed for students Students take intermediate Language Skills CAO Code DN530 BA Humanities who are seeking a high level of language in their chosen language, and in Literature, and intercultural competency by developing Culture and Linguistics, with a range of effective communication and analytical skills. in-programme options also available. CAO Points Range 2016 N/A The programme takes a holistic approach to Third Year Length of Course 4 Years language by fostering linguistics, alongside Students will either spend an academic literary and cultural approaches. Students can DN530 Places 220 year studying abroad (typically in a country chose between French, German, Greek, Italian, where the target language is spoken). Irish, Latin, and Spanish, with Portuguese and For general entry requirements, Alternatively, you may combine a semester Welsh also available as minors. Irish modules see pages 196-203 abroad with an internship or a research are directed towards its status as a modern Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements project. working language in the European Union and O6/H7 in English, Irish, a third language and towards broadening its scope nationally and Fourth Year three other recognised subjects internationally. Students take advanced Language Skills Other school leaving examinations and advanced modules in Literature, and What will I study? See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd Linguistics, with a range of in-programme This programme focuses on specific oral Level 5/6 QQI-FET options also available. and written language skills and critical See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html intercultural and interdisciplinary skills. Its Career & Graduate Study Opportunities Mature Entry Route emphasis on modern language teaching This programme prepares students for a See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents methods combines theoretical and practical variety of career paths, including: careers resources with a range of primary material in education, media, translation, public such as literary texts, material culture, service, cultural institutions, research, natural spoken language, and computer- editing and publishing, and a wide range of mediated texts. Learning activities critically private sector employment opportunities explore communicative practices and that require intercultural competences. students will engage with a variety of With regard to the Irish language, one of approaches to language and language- the main aspects of this programme is to related products, including approaches address the status of Irish as a modern based on literary, linguistic, historic and working language in the European Union. cultural studies. The programme fosters a In addition to MLitt and PhD programmes, wide range of transferable skills, ranging this programme prepares students for from active communications skills in English postgraduate study in a variety of fields, and a second language, academic writing, including in the School of Languages, speaking and presentation skills, to project- Cultures and Linguistics, and the School of work and critical analysis skills. Irish, Celtic Studies and Folklore. First Year International Study Opportunities All students take the core interdisciplinary Study abroad opportunities across Europe module: Introduction to Languages, and worldwide (e.g. Austria ¬ Germany ¬ Linguistics and Cultures, plus another France (including overseas regions) ¬ Spain subject, plus Elective modules. Students ¬ Latin America (including Brazil) ¬ Italy ¬ also take modules in Language Skills in their Croatia ¬ UK ¬ North America ¬ South Africa ¬ chosen language, along with modules in and Iceland). Other courses of interest Literature and Linguistics. Students may also Modern Languages �61 take a second language at this stage, but English, European & World Literatures �56 must opt for one at the end of semester 2.
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"I studied English and Music for my degree and I enjoyed every minute of it. I found that studying these subjects together complemented and deepened my understanding of both. I write plays now and during a production, it's important to be conscious of both the physical happenings on stage and the soundscape that will be presented as part of that production. I would recommend studying these subjects together as it would provide you with a fuller understanding of complementary disciplines Music, working in harmony to create works of entertainment and art.” Film & Drama Róisín Coyle Playwright (Music and English The UCD Gamelan Orchestra performing at the National Graduate) Concert Hall. Gamelan is a classical performance tradition from Indonesia that combines music, dance, drama, and visual arts. BA (Hons) (NFQ Level 8)
Why is this programme for me? Third Year CAO Code DN530 BA Humanities Music, Film and Drama are art forms that Internship or Study Abroad Semester ¬ speak to the very core of human experience; The Symphony and European Culture ¬ they impact our lives every day. This 4-year Contemporary Alternative Cinema ¬ Staging CAO Points Range 2016 N/A programme allows students to immerse Texts ¬ Educational Drama and August Boal Length of Course 4 Years themselves in the close study of these ¬ Topics in Ethnomusicology ¬ Contemporary forms, to understand them from cultural and Theatre in Performance ¬ Performance DN530 Places 220 historical perspectives, and to explore the Electives. ways in which they influence and transform Fourth Year For general entry requirements, each other. Learn how to understand see pages 196-203 BA Dissertation The Oedipus Myth the inner workings of these art forms. ¬ ¬ Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements Deepen your knowledge of their historical Modernism and Avant-Garde ¬ Screen O6/H7 in English, Irish, a third language and development. Research and write about the Comedy ¬ Music and Film ¬ Revolutions in three other recognised subjects important place of these arts in society. 20th Century World Theatre ¬ Film Animation ¬ The Orchestra ¬ Beckett in Performance Other school leaving examinations See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd What will I study? ¬ Melodrama in Film and Theatre ¬ The first year of the programme builds Performance Electives. Level 5/6 QQI-FET students’ vocabulary and fluency in key See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html analytical techniques and introduces students Career and Graduate Study Opportunities Mature Entry Route to the cultural and historical contexts of music, The 4-year pathway prepares graduates to See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents film and drama. Second year modules broaden pursue careers in: the scope of inquiry, moving from central Theatre ¬ The Music Industry ¬ The Film texts and practices to the representation of Industry ¬ Journalism ¬ Media ¬ Arts lesser-known voices and issues. In your third Administration ¬ Education ¬ Academia ¬ and fourth years of the programme, you will Performance. forge your own path, taking modules that focus on specific genres and/or issues in these art The programme also prepares students for forms. You can also choose to incorporate a graduate study in: one-semester humanities internship or study Music ¬ Film Studies ¬ Drama Studies ¬ abroad. In the final year, students will work on a Musicology ¬ Ethnomusicology ¬ Media major BA dissertation which will allow them to Studies – ¬ Cultural Studies ¬ Education. produce a sustained research project on a topic of their choice, working one-on-one with an In addition to MLitt and PhD programmes expert in the field. in Music, Drama and Film, UCD offers the following taught graduate degrees: First Year Intro to Physical Theatre ¬ Mediation and MMus (Musicology or Ethnomusicology) Adaptation ¬ Composition ¬ Musicianship ¬ MA in Film Studies The Theatrical Event ¬ Perspectives in Film I and II ¬ Music, Culture and Society ¬ Theatre MA in Drama and Performance Studies Context and Conventions ¬ Film Sound ¬ International Study Opportunities Performance Electives. We offer a number of Erasmus and Study Second Year Aroad opportunities, both in Europe (France Play: Performance and Interactive Media ¬ Germany ¬ Italy ¬ Spain ¬ Netherlands ¬ ¬ Popular Music and Culture ¬ Staging Other courses of interest Czech Republic) and further afield (Queen’s Performance European Cinema English, Drama & Film �55 ¬ ¬ University, Canada ¬ Waseda University, Documentary and Ethnograpy Music English with Creative Writing �57 ¬ Japan ¬ University of California, Los Angeles History Since 1750 ¬ History of TV ¬ Irish ¬ University of California, Davis ¬ University of Theatre ¬ Hollywood ¬ Musics of the World ¬ Melbourne). Performance Electives.
www.ucd.ie/myucd/artshum UCD School of Music [email protected] UCD, Belfield Dublin 4. +353 1 716 8178 60 facebook.com/MyUCD UCD Arts & Humanities "I have always had a profound interest in the Romance languages and the cultures associated with them. When I found out about the BA in Modern Languages, I knew it was the right degree for me because it combines the main European languages with their past and present culture and history. The language classes are taught in small groups, creating a very relaxed learning environment where teachers are always available to help you with any problems. The year abroad has not only given my language skills a huge boost but has also broadened Modern my understanding of what it means to be a citizen in the EU nowadays." Languages Carla Fette French and Italian Student BA (Hons) (NFQ Level 8)
Restricted option choices may apply to the Second Year combination German/Spanish, especially in One intercultural module ¬ Two main second and final year. languages ¬ Choice of modules in linguistics, CAO Code DN541 literature, history and cultural studies ¬ Why is this course for me? An optional third language. CAO Points Range 2016 455—600 Modern Languages combines advanced Year Abroad language skills with the literature, history Linguistic, literary, historical and/or cultural Length of Course 4 Years and culture of the countries where these courses at the host institution ¬ Continued DN541 Places 50 languages are spoken. It also focuses on study of second language. developing critical faculties and cross- For general entry requirements, cultural awareness. You can study French, Fourth Year see pages 196-203 One intercultural module ¬ Continuation German, Italian or Spanish at an advanced Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements of the languages chosen in second year ¬ level (post-Leaving Certificate or equivalent), O6/H7 in English, Irish, a third language and Option modules as above. and you can take Italian, Spanish and German three other recognised subjects as a beginner. Portuguese can be taken on Students spend approximately 15 hours a week attending language classes, Other school leaving examinations an elective basis. Much of our teaching is See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd in small groups, where you will expand your lectures and tutorials and 25 hours a week communication skills and develop as an undertaking independent study. Level 5/6 QQI-FET See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html independent learner. A crucial element of the Assessment is through a combination degree is the year abroad, where you have the of end-of-semester written and oral Mature Entry Route See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents unique opportunity to become immersed in examinations, and continuous assessments. another culture. Special Entry Recommendation: Career & Graduate Study Opportunities If you choose to study a language at You will find details in this prospectus of Your excellent knowledge of languages advanced level during your first year, it is the opportunities available to study French, and strong communication, intercultural recommended that you have at least a H4 German, Italian and Spanish, including grade in that language at Leaving Certificate, and analytical skills will open careers in: the opportunity to spend a year abroad. or equivalent. This degree is for those of you who want –– Politics & public service to concentrate on at least two of these –– Journalism languages, explore the connections between –– Education them, spend a year abroad and graduate –– Finance with a BA (International). –– Marketing & business What will I study? –– Creative & media industries First Year –– Translation & interpreting Modules in two languages, at either You will also be well qualified to pursue advanced or beginner level, as well as: programmes at MA and PhD level. Two intercultural modules ¬ Choice of modules in linguistics, literature, history International Study Opportunities and cultural studies ¬ An optional third Studying abroad is an essential element language. of this degree. Students are guaranteed an Erasmus exchange place at one of our more than 40 partner universities in Germany ¬ Austria ¬ France ¬ Belgium ¬ Switzerland ¬ Other courses of interest Commerce International 100 Canada ¬ Italy ¬ Spain and South America. �
Dr Sabine Krobb [email protected] www.ucd.ie/myucd/artshum UCD School of Languages, Cultures and Linguistics +353 1 716 8187 UCD, Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/MyUCD 61 UCD Social Sciences UCD are number one for social sciences in Ireland, leading innovative social sciences education and research to address the critical social, political, cultural and economic concerns of our time.
Why UCD Social Sciences? Your First Year Experience — Study with internationally renowned — Cultivate a global mindset by taking — The first year studying social sciences is academics in the social sciences advantage of opportunities to study structured to provide extensive support abroad in leading universities in the UK, to incoming students as they make the — Capitalise on UCD’s impressive US, Europe and Asia international rankings in a wide and transition to third-level learning. Each diverse range of social sciences subjects — Develop the skills required to succeed in student is assigned a peer mentor – an today’s rapid-paced business and societal existing UCD student – to act as a guide — Develop expertise in the research environment, including research, problem and support as you navigate your new life techniques employed by social scientists solving, analysis and communication in university. — Gain relevant real-world professional — Become a member of a social sciences — As you develop expertise in your experience with an optional internship alumni network of Irish and global leaders subjects and become more familiar with in a government agency, a non-profit the university teaching and learning organisation or a business — Take advantage of the opportunity to study subjects from across all UCD’s environment, you increasingly choose your offerings with UCD Horizons own options, studying areas that interest you. You will be given academic advice and support on your choices as you advance into second year.
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Computational Social Science 66 Economics 67 Economics, Mathematics & Statistics 68 Landscapes & Society 69 Philosophy, Politics & Economics 70 Psychology 71 Social Policy & Sociology 72 Social Policy 74
Two Subject Combination 65 Archaeology 75 Art History 36 Celtic Civilisation 37 Classics (Greek & Roman Civilisation, Latin and Greek) 38 Economics 67 English 40 French 42 Geography 76 German 43 History 44 Information & Communication Studies 77 Irish/Gaeilge 45 Irish Folklore 46 Irish Studies 47 Italian 48 Linguistics 49 Mathematics 126 Music 50 Philosophy 78 Politics 79 Social Justice 80 Sociology 81 Spanish 51 Statistics 128
UCD is No.1 in Ireland for 40 Subjects - QS World University Rankings 2017
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Studying UCD Social Sciences
Why do people behave the way they do? Career Opportunities THERE ARE FOUR DISTINCT WAYS OF How do social, cultural, political and Social sciences graduates are valued STUDYING SOCIAL SCIENCES AT UCD: economic forces shape our lives and by employers for their skills in research, the world in which we live? leadership and communication. Graduates BSc Economics (Three Years) If these types of questions about of UCD social sciences progress to work in government, NGOs, the media and BSc Psychology (Three Years) society and social relationships spark businesses as economists, policymakers, your interest, prepare to be challenged BSocSc Social Policy & Sociology environmentalists, activists, information and fascinated by studying social managers, HR managers, entrepreneurs, (Three Years) sciences in UCD. You will examine the journalists, statisticians, urban planners, BSc Social Sciences (Four Years) nature of our society and the issues archaeologists, librarians, secondary school confronting humanity, including climate teachers, social workers, researchers and change, crime and violence, social and many more professions across the public economic inequality, gender justice, and private sectors. sustainable cities, human development, BSc Economics - DN710 BSc Social Sciences students may undertake economic growth and big data. an internship for a semester in Year 3. The three-year BSc in Economics is a Single-Major degree for students who are International Study Opportunities focused on studying only economics as a As Ireland’s global university, we encourage single subject. Graduates often progress to our students to apply to study for a further study to become Economists. When semester or a year abroad through UCD’s you apply for this degree via the CAO, you extensive global network of partner choose DN710 BSc Economics. See page universities. Study abroad is available as 67 for more details. an option in our three-year programmes. This will extend your degree by a year and you will graduate with a BSc or BSocSc International degree. In our four-year BSc Psychology - DN720 progamme, study abroad opportunities are The three-year BSc in Psychology is a integrated into the third year curriculum. professional degree accredited by the All social sciences students can take Psychological Society of Ireland. You study language modules as electives in addition Psychology in UCD as a single subject to their degree subjects through the UCD degree only. Graduates often progress Applied Language Centre. to further study to become Clinical Students who take social sciences subjects Psychologists. When you apply for this with a language minor will spend their third degree via the CAO, you choose DN720 BSc year abroad in a partner University. Psychology. See page 71 for more details.
Graduate Study Opportunities You may undertake a Master’s related BSocSc Social Policy & to a discipline you studied in your undergraduate degree, such as Sociology - DN750 international relations, experimental This three-year BSocSc Social Policy & archaeology or behavioural economics. A Sociology degree is a Joint Major in Social social sciences degree also allows you to Policy and Sociology. This degree was progress to a range of interdisciplinary previously named the BSocSc in Social Master’s degrees in fields such as public Science. Graduates often progress to further policy, cognitive science, criminology, study to become social workers and related human rights, geopolitics, development professions. When you apply for this degree studies, equality studies, digital curation, via the CAO, you choose DN750 BSc Social urban environment, world heritage Policy and Sociology. See page 72 for more management and more. You may also details. choose to convert your undergraduate degree with a Master’s in a new discipline such as Law, Business or Computer Science.
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BSc Social Sciences - DN700 Social Sciences students explore society and how people behave as individuals and in groups. With the four-year Social Sciences degree, you choose DN700 at CAO and then select your preferred option below. Your subject choices are guaranteed. There are options to change subject choices at the end of first year if you wish. You will gain a deep understanding of each subject you choose to study and develop real-world skills in research, communication and leadership. You may additionally apply for an internship, or study abroad for a year or a semester. You will learn to analyse, criticise and challenge beliefs and assumptions - including your own.
Choose your course from one of the following five options below:
Computational Economics, Mathematics Landscapes Philosophy, Politics Two Subject Social Science & Statistics & Society & Economics Combination
TWO SUBJECT COMBINATION (TSC) If you choose TSC please note that in a Joint Major degree (e.g. Archaeology and Economics), students take an equal number of modules in both subjects. In a Major/Minor degree (e.g. Geography with English), students take substantially more modules in their Major subject (e.g. Geography).
Studying Information & Studying Archaeology Studying Economics Studying Geography Communication Studies as a Joint Major with one as a Joint Major with one as a Joint Major with one as a Joint Major with one of the below: of the below: of the below: of the below:
Economics Sociology Archaeology Sociology Archaeology Sociology Archaeology Sociology Geography Mathematics Geography Mathematics Economics Mathematics Economics Mathematics Information & Information & Information & Communication Social Justice Communication Social Justice Communication Social Justice Geography Social Justice Studies Studies Studies Philosophy Statistics Philosophy Statistics Philosophy Statistics Philosophy Statistics
Politics Politics Politics Politics
OR with one Minor subject OR with one Minor subject OR with one Minor subject OR with one Minor subject Art History Irish Folklore History German English Linguistics Chinese Irish Greek & Roman Celtic Civilisation Chinese Chinese Irish Chinese Music Civilisation Greek & Roman Irish Civilisation History Irish
Studying Philosophy Studying Politics Studying Sociology Studying Social Justice
as a Joint Major with one as a Joint Major with one as a Joint Major with one as a Joint Major with one of the below: of the below: of the below: of the below: Archaeology Sociology Archaeology Sociology Archaeology Politics Archaeology Philosophy
Economics Mathematics Economics History Economics Mathematics Economics Politics
Geography Social Justice Geography Mathematics Geography Social Justice Geography Sociology Information & Information & Information & Information & Communication Statistics Communication Social Justice Communication Statistics Communication Studies Studies Studies Studies Politics Philosophy Statistics Philosophy OR with one Minor subject OR with one Minor subject OR with one Minor subject
Chinese Irish Linguistics Irish Art History German
Greek Linguistics Chinese Italian English Irish
French Spanish Linguistics Italian
German Chinese
65 UCD Social Sciences "Computational Social Science allows me to combine my curiosity about society with training in analytical skills and offers excellent employment opportunities.The skills in advanced statistical modelling I’ve received in the programme are invaluable in the age of big data, social media and the internet of things. Everything and everyone is increasingly connected through the internet. Computational Social Science has helped pave the way for a highly rewarding career. I’m so glad I took a Computational step and filled out the application.” Travis Tatum PhD student in Computational Social Science Social Science
BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8)
CAO Code DN700 Why is this degree for me? electives from a range of other subjects plus Do you want to work for Google, Facebook or Elective modules CAO Points Range 2016 N/A another company that deals with big data Third Year about individuals, social networks or social Length of Course 4 Years The third year provides the opportunity groups? The new BSc degree in Computational DN700 Places 500 for a semester abroad at another leading Social Science provides excellent employment university in Computational Social Science opportunities in social media companies, For general entry requirements, and internship with an industry partner. see pages 196-203 but also in traditional sectors where the Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements analysis of social and consumer data is ever Fourth Year O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics and more important. Strong analytical skills The fourth year includes an interdisciplinary three other recognised subjects are combined with solid training in social workshop and an individual capstone sciences subjects such as Sociology, Politics, project with industry partners, in addition If you obtain less than H4 in Leaving Certificate mathematics, you must pass Economics or Geography. to modules that will strengthen and a “Level 0” UCD mathematics module in consolidate learning in key areas of semester 1. What will I study? Computational Social Science. Our social world is dramatically changing. Other school leaving examinations Assessment See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd We are all connected and leave digital footprints behind. Computational Social Students usually attend lectures and Level 5/6 QQI-FET Science is about leveraging the power of participate in seminar discussions and See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html big data, computer simulations and social lab tutorials. Assessment is based on Mature Entry Route networks to understand social phenomena assignments throughout the semester, small See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents and individual behaviour. The new BSc group work, individual reports, traditional degree in Computational Social Science is at exams and other forms of assessment. the forefront of this development in Europe. Career & Graduate Study Opportunities It provides a unique combination of training in social sciences subjects. You learn how This degree is designed to prepare students to understand human social behaviour for employment in companies such as through data analysis, social simulation and Google or Facebook, but also for work in mathematical modelling, providing crucial traditional sectors where the analysis of skills for a competitive job market. social data is becoming more and more important. Over the next few years, there First Year will be an increasing demand for graduates The first year includes core modules who can combine social sciences training in: Computational Social Science ¬ with analytical and programming skills. Programming ¬ Mathematics and Statistics. It also leads to a range of graduate study In addition, students choose two social opportunities in social sciences, social data sciences subjects from: Sociology ¬ Politics analytics, statistics or computer science. ¬ Economics ¬ Geography ¬ Plus an Elective module. International Study Opportunities During the third year, we offer a study abroad Second Year semester. Destinations include countries Other courses of interest The second year includes further courses in such as: Belgium ¬ England ¬ France ¬ Italy Computer Science 136 � Computational Social Science ¬ Programming ¬ Netherlands ¬ Norway ¬ Spain ¬ USA ¬ ¬ Mathematics and Statistics and modules in Australia ¬ China and South Korea, and the your two social sciences subjects, as well as list is continuously expanding.
www.ucd.ie/myucd/socsc Diane Payne [email protected] D412, Newman, University College Dublin, Belfield, +353 1 716 5399 Dublin 4, Ireland facebook.com/MyUCD 66 UCD Social Sciences "The Single Honours Economics degree has given me many valuable skills to help choose from a wide range of careers paths. The analytical skills gained are extremely valuable. One of the programme’s biggest strengths are the projects undertaken in the core classes, which have been a great Economics talking point for job applications. I received BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) enough specialisation in policy economics to know that I wanted to continue with the M.Sc. Applied Economics at UCD after graduation. CAO Code DN710 BSc Economics Having received one of the School’s Master’s scholarships, my experience with Economics CAO Points Range 2016 N/A at UCD has helped me gain both a traineeship Length of course 3 years at the European Central Bank, Germany, DN710 Places 40 and employment in the Irish Government’s Economic Consultancy Service (IGEES) as a For general entry requirements, Graduate Economist.” see pages 196-203 Mojdeh Khandanian Economics Single-Major Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements Professor Karl Whelan of the UCD School of ¬ H5 in Mathematics Graduate, 2016 Economics speaking with students. ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish and three other recognised subjects Other school leaving examinations Why is this course for me? Third Year See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd In their final year, Single-Major students Economics explores how and why people make Level 5/6 QQI-FET None decisions and choose between alternative ways will undertake a substantial research Mature Entry Route www.ucd.ie/maturestudents of spending their money and using their time, project and choose from optional modules, energy and skills. That is why Economics can including: International Money and Banking help to shed light on decision-making in areas ¬ International Trade ¬ Financial Economics CAO Code DN700 BSc Social Sciences from love and marriage, to sports and crime. If ¬ Environmental Economics and Advanced you are interested in people’s behaviour and in Econometrics ¬ Plus Elective modules. Joint- CAO Points Range 2016 N/A current affairs, and if you enjoy problem-solving Major students complete their core training Length of Course 4 Years and are naturally analytical with good numeracy by taking modules in Econometrics and micro DN700 Places 500 skills, then Economics will appeal to you. theory and can choose from a selection of specialised modules. For general entry requirements, What will I study? see pages 196-203 What you will study depends on how you will Fourth Year Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements be studying Economics at UCD. The Single- In their final year, Joint-Major students O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics and Major Economics (DN710) degree is a three- choose modules that deepen their technical three other recognised subjects year concentrated programme designed knowledge and specialise in their preferred If you obtain less than O3\H7 in Leaving for students who wish to study Economics economic fields by appropriately choosing Certificate mathematics you must pass a intensively throughout their time at UCD. optional modules. “Level 0” UCD mathematics module before taking Introduction to Quantitative Economics. If you wish to combine the study of Assessment Other school leaving examinations Economics with another subject, you may Teaching takes place in lectures and tutorials, See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd study it as a Joint-Major subject through the with students also participating in small Level 5/6 QQI-FET four-year Social Sciences (DN700) degree. group classes to work on group projects See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html First Year and presentations. A combination of end- Mature Entry Route www.ucd.ie/maturestudents All students will study Introduction to of-semester written examinations and Economics, Principles of Microeconomics, continuous assessment is used. Studying Economics Principles of Macroeconomics, and as a Joint Major with one of the below: Introduction to Quantitative Economics. Career & Graduate Study Opportunities Archaeology Sociology Economics graduates are in high demand – Geography Mathematics Single-Major students will study additional our graduates work in Bank of Ireland, Price Information modules to develop key skills at the early stage Waterhouse Cooper, KPMG, Paddy Power & Communication Social Justice in their programme, so that they may proceed and Deloitte. Economics graduates can Studies to a wide range of advanced and speciality Philosophy Statistics expect to have direct access to Economics, electives in second and third years. Single- Politics Business and Finance Master’s. Major students also select four optional social Studying Economics sciences modules from Sociology, Geography, International Study Opportunities OR with one Minor subject: Politics, Mathematics or Statistics, ¬ plus an Student exchanges are available with History German Elective module. the following universities: Tilburg, the Chinese Irish Second Year Netherlands ¬ Namur, Belgium ¬ La Sapienza, OR within a pathway: Joint-Major students will be introduced Rome, Italy, as well as in partner universities Computational Social Science to data analysis and statistical modelling, in North America ¬ Asia ¬ Australia and Economics, Mathematics & Statistics while Single-Major students will select from Europe, including: University of California, Philosophy, Politics & Economics optional modules designed to build on core Santa Cruz ¬ University of California, skills, including: Optimisation for Economics, Berkeley ¬ University of Melbourne, Australia. Introduction to Financial Economics and an Other courses of interest Economics & Finance �101 Economic Research Workshop, ¬ plus Elective modules. Law with Economics �89
Undergraduate Office [email protected] www.ucd.ie/myucd/socsc UCD School of Economics +353 1 716 8272/8505 Newman, Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/MyUCD 67 UCD Social Sciences "Mathematics and Statistics provide a framework in which economic analysis is regularly conducted and, as such, understanding the mathematical concepts and methods underpinning that analysis can be key to understanding its implications. On the other hand, the study of economic theory provides you with a wealth of relevant economic and social questions to which you may apply some of the more general or Economics, abstract techniques that the mathematics subject stream has taught you. I believe Mathematics that the combination of Economics and Mathematics in my undergraduate degree provided me with an excellent foundation to & Statistics continue to study Economics at graduate level and, indeed, it has well placed me to begin to BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) pursue a career in economic research.“ Philip Carthy Economics & Mathematics Student
CAO Code DN700 Why is this degree for me? Second Year If you are interested in Mathematics, Intermediate Microeconomics ¬ Intermediate CAO Points Range 2016 N/A Statistics and Economics, then this subject Macroeconomics ¬ Probability Theory ¬ Linear enables you to explore these areas in Models ¬ Inferential Statistics ¬ Multivariate Length of Course 4 Years depth, while also emphasising how they Calculus ¬ Analysis ¬ Linear Algebra 2 ¬ Plus DN700 Places 500 complement each other. Economists employ Elective modules. mathematics to design theoretical models For general entry requirements, Third & Fourth Year see pages 196-203 and use statistics to test these models and Advanced Microeconomics ¬ Advanced to explore the tremendous amount of data Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements Macroeconomics ¬ Econometrics ¬ Time that is generated by the economy. In turn, the O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics and Series Analysis ¬ Multivariate Analysis ¬ three other recognised subjects models and data that are part of the study of Differential Equations ¬ Research Project Economics provide an interesting source of ¬ Study Abroad Opportunity ¬ Internship If you obtain less than H4 in Leaving applications for students that have learned Certificate mathematics you must pass Opportunity ¬ Plus Elective modules. a “Level 0” UCD mathematics module in mathematical and statistical skills. semester 1. Assessment What will I study? Assessment is through a combination of end- Other school leaving examinations You will study Economics, Mathematics See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd of-semester written examinations, projects and Statistics, providing you with a solid and continuous assessment. Level 5/6 QQI-FET foundation in all three subjects. You will also See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html be given the opportunity to specialise in the Career & Graduate Study Opportunities Mature Entry Route latter stages of your degree, for example, The skills and problem-solving abilities you See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents in applied economics, advanced statistics, acquire in this degree are highly prized in mathematical modelling of complex a range of professions, both private and processes, or developing “Big Data” skills. public sectors, including banking, finance, Through your study, you will develop skills accounting, management consultancy, in data analysis, and be supported in broadcasting, business, journalism, the development of your analytical and teaching and communications. problem-solving skills, as well as in the Many students pursue graduate study in application of these skills to understanding Economics, Mathematics or Statistics, real economic issues. The degree will leading to Master’s and PhD degrees. provide a structured approach to developing Both the School of Economics and the skills of analysis, problem design and School of Mathematics and Statistics offer resolution using mathematics, economic Master’s programmes aimed at further theory, data analysis and statistical developing analytical and professional skills. methods. Postgraduate qualifications are necessary to work as a professional economist. First Year Introduction to Economics ¬ Principles International Study Opportunities of Microeconomics ¬ Principles of University of Texas at Austin, USA ¬ Macroeconomics ¬ Practical Statistics ¬ University of California, USA ¬ University Statistical Modelling ¬ Calculus ¬ Linear Other courses of interest of Perugia, Italy ¬ University of Konstanz, Economics 67 Algebra ¬ Combinatorics and Number Theory � Germany ¬ Tilburg University, the ¬ Societal Challenges in the Twenty First Netherlands ¬ University of Namur, Belgium ¬ Century ¬ Plus an Elective module. Sapienza University of Rome, Italy.
www.ucd.ie/myucd/socsc Associate Professor Maria Meehan [email protected] UCD School of Mathematics and Statistics +353 1 716 2581 facebook.com/MyUCD 68 UCD Social Sciences "Studying this combination of subjects was not only academically beneficial but very exciting. Although each discipline has its own unique characteristics, they perfectly complemented each other, which meant that studying one subject strongly promoted my development in the others also. As a result of the great variety of modules offered, I could always find the ones that matched my interests and I could gain and develop strong critical and analytical skills through courses that I truly enjoyed. During my time as a student of this programme, I have received incredible Landscapes support from the teaching and technical staff, who went far beyond my expectations. & Society I would recommend this combination of courses to anyone who is interested in both BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) Environmental and Social Sciences.’’
Csaba Horvath Archaeology and Geography This unique degree brings together the approaches Graduate and skills of Archaeology, Geography and History.
CAO Code DN700 Why is this degree for me? Second Year The BSc Landscapes & Society provides Key methods and principles in all disciplines a unique interdisciplinary combination are introduced, and students begin to explore CAO Points Range 2016 N/A of natural and cultural perspectives on specific sub-disciplines within Geography, Length of Course 4 Years the formation, cultural significance and History and Archaeology. DN700 Places 500 management of the landscape. Students Third Year will bring together the archival strengths of For general entry requirements, The focus in year three is on diverse and see pages 196-203 History, the spatial expertise of Geography, formative learning experiences. A specialist and the material analytical approaches of Landscapes & Society module for students Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements Archaeology to develop understandings of O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics and on this programme (incorporating a field three other recognised subjects how the landscape shapes humans at the trip) further develops interdisciplinary same time as humans shape the landscape. perspectives. Other school leaving examinations Students will learn in the classroom, field, See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd laboratory and archives. The programme Fourth Year Level 5/6 QQI-FET has clear links to the expanding Heritage Final year will facilitate greater depth See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html sector and students will develop a range of of analysis and understanding. A major transferable skills. independent interdisciplinary research Mature Entry Route See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents project, closely supervised by academics, What will I study? will be a key requirement. Students will study modules in Archaeology, Geography and History, as Assessment well as interdisciplinary modules designed A range of assessment types including: essays specifically for this programme. This will ¬ reviews ¬ portfolios ¬ lab reports ¬ projects ¬ include key methods and principles of the exams and substantial independent research three disciplines, drawing on Irish and will be undertaken. international case studies and standards. Teaching will include classroom based Career & Graduate Study Opportunities learning, laboratory and field components, Graduates from these fields will be well with an emphasis on high levels of student placed for employment in the varied and engagement, culminating in a student-led expanding Heritage Sector, including interdisciplinary research project in the final cultural and natural heritage. Other likely year of the programme. pathways include: secondary school teaching ¬ the archaeological profession First Year ¬ the museum sector ¬ Geographic Introduction to the three subject areas. A Information Systems ¬ surveying or special core module for this programme, cartography ¬ archive or library work. Making the Irish Landscape, highlights the distinctive and exciting focus on International Study Opportunities Landscapes and Society. All first year Students may have an opportunity for social science students also study the core international study in third year. Possible module, Societal Challenges in the Twenty locations might include Austria ¬ Cyprus ¬ Other courses of interest First Century. Denmark ¬ France ¬ Germany ¬ Italy ¬ Norway ¬ Archaeology �75 Spain ¬ Sweden ¬ UK ¬ North America ¬ China Architecture 161 and Australia. �
Niamh Moore-Cherry, School of Geography; Paul Rouse, [email protected], [email protected], www.ucd.ie/myucd/socsc School of History; Graeme Warren, School of Archaeology [email protected] +353 1 716 8222/ 716 8613 Newman, University College Dublin, Dublin 4 facebook.com/MyUCD 69 UCD Social Sciences "In this fast changing, highly interconnected society, we need an education that equips us to read beyond the media headlines to make sense of what’s happening. PPE provides you with the skills to get a fully-rounded picture of what the world is, could be, and should be.” Dr. Alexa Zellentin Lecturer in Political Theory Philosophy, Politics & Economics
BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8)
CAO Code DN700 Why is this degree for me? Fourth Year PPE provides a broad and deep understanding There is much more choice among CAO Points Range 2016 N/A of how a society works, and indeed how specialised option modules in the final year. international society works. It examines the Students also have the option of continuing Length of Course 4 Years complex economic and political forces in play, in the three-discipline version, or of DN700 Places 500 the problems of measuring and assessing the concentrating on only two disciplines. health of society, and the principles of justice For general entry requirements, Assessment see pages 196-203 that should guide political decision-making to improve society. PPE will teach students Generally, assessment will be by take- Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements how to read beyond media headlines, and home essay and by exam-based essay in O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics and Philosophy and Politics, and by project and three other recognised subjects where to find more information about the hot policy questions of the day, in national and mathematical assignment in Economics. Other school leaving examinations international contexts. But innovative online assessment will also See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd be used throughout. There will be a final- Level 5/6 QQI-FET What will I study? year research project. See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html The PPE provides a thorough grounding in all three disciplines that are core to Career & Graduate Study Opportunities Mature Entry Route the social sciences. The programme is PPE programmes are scattered throughout See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents quite structured at first, but allows more many of the top universities in the world, choice and more specialisation with each attracting the best and most ambitious successive year. This programme provides students and educating cohorts of both a well-rounded education in philosophy, politicians, civil servants, journalists and politics and economics, and every managers. All three disciplines share a opportunity for you to determine for yourself commitment to rigour and problem-solving which subject or combination of subjects that will develop useful skills for any career you would like to specialise in. – skills such as research, analysis, written expression and interpreting data. For a list First Year of famous PPE programmes and graduates Students are introduced to: political (such as Bill Clinton, David Cameron and science and political theory, to micro and Aung San Suu Kyi), see the Wikipedia entry macro-economics, and to ethics and on ‘Philosophy, Politics and Economics’. critical thinking. They will also learn about According to the BBC, the Oxford PPE researching and writing essays. “dominates public life in the UK”. Second Year International Study Opportunities Students will study the relationship between individuals and the state, how to analyse A number of semester-long study and work with economic data, and the opportunities will be established with other philosophical principles underlying the social PPE universities in Europe. sciences. Third Year Students continue to deepen their Other courses of interest understanding of all three disciplines, while Law �83 paying more attention to the overlaps between them, such as political economy and political philosophy.
www.ucd.ie/myucd/socsc Margaret Brady [email protected] School of Philosophy, Newman building, University +353 1 716 8267 College Dublin, Dublin 4, Ireland. facebook.com/MyUCD 70 UCD Social Sciences "I chose Psychology because I wanted a deeply interesting subject that would permit many possibilities for my future career. Being awarded the Ad Astra Scholarship has given me a great start in UCD because it has given me financial assistance and the support of a special mentor in the School of Psychology. The UCD programme has allowed me to continue to develop my language skills, which is important because I would like to do an Erasmus exchange. Since I began to study Psychology I have discovered the huge range of pathways, and directions that are available to me with this degree." Robyn de Brun Student Psychology
BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8)
UCD Psychology students acquire skills in software tools for research.
Why is this subject for me? Career & Graduate Study Opportunities CAO Code DN720 If you have a questioning attitude and good The degree is recognised by the reasoning skills, you will really enjoy the Psychological Society of Ireland and, as CAO Points Range 2016 500–565 world opened up by Psychology. Psychology such, provides the foundation for further has links to the natural sciences, the social graduate training in any field of psychology, Length of Course 3 Years sciences and the arts, so it is likely to appeal as well as for a wide variety of careers, Places 78 to a wide variety of people. The course has including: For general entry requirements, core modules that will introduce you to Clinical psychology ¬ Educational psychology ¬ see pages 196-203 major theories and research methods, and Organisational psychology ¬ Forensic you will also have a chance to choose option Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements psychology ¬ Counselling psychology ¬ Health O6/H7 in English, Irish, a third language and modules in specialist areas of psychology psychology. three other recognised subjects (e.g. counselling, clinical psychology and There are also career opportunities in forensic psychology). Other school leaving examinations research alongside other social scientists, See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd First Year such as economists and sociologists. Level 5/6 QQI-FET Social Psychology ¬ Brain & Behaviour None ¬ Psychology: Key skills & concepts ¬ International Study Opportunities Mature Entry Route Introduction to Psychology ¬ Introductory The School of Psychology has exchange See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents Research Methods ¬ Perception & Cognition ¬ agreements with: Introduction to Applied Psychology ¬ Elective –– Université Catholique de l’Ouest, France module ¬ Plus added optional modules. –– Universidad Pontificia Comillas de Second & Third Year Madrid, Spain Behavioural Neuroscience ¬ Child & –– Freie Universität, Berlin, Germany Adolescent Development ¬ Visual Cognition ¬ –– Georgetown University, USA Psychology Labs ¬ Personality & Human –– University of Groningen, the Netherlands Intelligence ¬ Independent Research Project ¬ Option modules within Psychology ¬ UCD Horizons elective modules. Students spend up to 20 hours per week attending lectures and tutorials. In second year, you will conduct a series of laboratory practicals, while in third year, you will carry out an independent research project under the direction of one of the academic staff. A combination of end-of-semester written examinations and continuous assessment is used to evaluate performance.
Other courses of interest Social Justice �80
www.ucd.ie/myucd/socsc Undergraduate Office, UCD School of Psychology [email protected] Newman, Belfield, Dublin 4 +353 1 716 8363 facebook.com/UCDpsychology 71 UCD Social Sciences “My year at the University of Tokyo was a life changing experience. Local students mixed in naturally with the international students, which made each discussion dynamic and diverse. I learned about socio-economic issues through Japanese culture and language, which was helpful as I was able to apply experience of social problems I gathered and encountered first hand to several modules of social policy after returning to UCD. While the language classes were challenging, they helped me build confidence in my speaking skills. As a Social Policy BSocSc student, I was given this opportunity of a lifetime – studying at UTokyo meant & Sociology challenging myself, venturing outside of my comfort zone, and establishing a road to BSocSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) working in a truly international environment in the near future.” Atsuko Fujii Sociology & Social Policy Student
CAO Code DN750 Why is this degree for me? from one of the following pathways, which will The Bachelor of Social Science (BSocSc) refine and develop your career skills: at University College Dublin is the premier CAO Points Range 2016 N/A Social Work and Social Professions honours degree of its kind in Ireland. It is This pathway provides you with a strong Length of Course 3 Years the standard qualification for those working foundation for professional social work or Places 145 in policy making and social services and social service careers, in addition to careers in recently celebrated its fiftieth anniversary. Counselling, Social Care Management, and the For general entry requirements, If you are interested in exploring how see pages 196-203 Probation Service. societies, communities and families work Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements and wish to make a difference to the world, Society and Public Service O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics and affect cultural change, contribute to public You will be introduced to statistics for social three other recognised subjects service or corporate responsibility, then this policy, social policy topics covering a wide Other school leaving examinations course is for you. range of social services and modules in See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd public sociology. This pathway prepares you What will I study? for a wide range of Master’s programmes Level 5/6 QQI-FET The course explores key social issues See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html and employment in public services, NGOs, affecting societies in the European community development, youth work, social Level 6/7 Progression Routes Union, the USA and East Asia: poverty, enterprise and public policy advocacy. See www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac homelessness, addiction, mental illness, Work, Organisations and People social stratification, criminal justice, Mature Entry Route You will combine social policy and sociology See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents globalisation, gender equality, sexualities with modules from organisational psychology and reproductive health, childhood and and industrial relations. This pathway children’s services, and tax and welfare prepares you for study in wide range of human systems. You will learn about how organisation orientated Master’s programmes policy makers, in Ireland and across the and employment in business and personnel world, have responded to these societal management, industrial relations, marketing challenges. A strong emphasis is placed and corporate responsibility and governance. on studying qualitative and quantitative research methods. You will attend lectures Career & Graduate Study Opportunities and seminars and engage in project-based The BSocSc provides a strong foundation for both learning, instruction, and independent study postgraduate study and a wide range of careers with experienced academic staff and with in government, social services, NGOs, education, input from policy-makers and industry. media, including new and online media (who For more information on Social Policy see are increasingly expressing an active interest page 74: and on Sociology see page 81. in recruiting social sciences graduates) and business. Alumni include Orlaith Blaney (Marketing First Year and Advertising, former CEO McCannBlue You will undertake compulsory modules in Dublin), Frances Fitzgerald (TD), Ali Hewson social policy and sociology. Students are (Humanitarian) and Sr Stanislaus Kennedy not expected to have any prior knowledge (Humanitarian & Founder, Focus Ireland). of these disciplines; the first year modules Other courses of interest will provide you with a comprehensive International Study Opportunities Science �103 introduction. The School offers international study opportunities in universities both in Europe and Second & Third Year further afield. Currently Erasmus exchange Alongside compulsory modules in social policy opportunities exist in Germany ¬ Italy ¬ The and sociology you will select optional modules Netherlands ¬ Sweden ¬ Japan ¬ Hong Kong.
www.ucd.ie/myucd/socsc UCD School of Social Policy, [email protected] Social Work and Social Justice, Hanna Sheehy +353 1 716 8198 Skeffington Building, Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/UCDSocialPWJ 72 DN750 - Studying BSocSc Social Policy and Sociology
Year 1 Engage with the principles
Theories and Concepts for Inequality in Irish SocietyIntroduction to Psychology Introduction to Sociology Social Policy
Understanding Social Contemporary Irish History of Irish Foundations of Sociological Analysis Ireland in Problems and Policies Welfare State Social Policy Sociology Perspective
Years Year 2& 3 Follow your pathway
Social Work and Social Professions Society and Public Service Work, Organisations and People
Modules may include: Modules may include: Modules may include: ∫ Crime, Deviance and Society ∫ Social Dynamics and Networks ∫ Introduction to Work and ∫ Punishment and Social Control ∫ Sociology of Contemporary Life Organisational Psychology ∫ Social Work in Practice ∫ Gender, Social Policy and Inequality ∫ European Industrial Relations ∫ Childhood Inequality in a Global Context ∫ Statistics for Social Policy ∫ Human Research Management ∫ Industrial Relations
Year 2 Compulsory Modules Year 3 Compulsory Modules
∫ Sociological Theory ∫ Qualitative Research Methods ∫ Quantitative Sociology ∫ Comparing European and East Asian
∫ Investigating Social Services Welfare States
∫ The Economic Analysis of Social Problems ∫ Policy Making, Implementation and Poverty ∫ Social Protection: Security, Work and Poverty ∫ Social Policy Capstone Module
BSocSc Social Policy and Sociology
Follow your specialisation with a Master's degree
3 + 2 Social Work Pathway Society and Public Service Pathway Work, Organisation and People Pathway
MSocSc Social Work* ∫ MA Public Policy ∫ MSc Human Resource Management ∫ MSc Equality Studies ∫ MSc Management ∫ MA Gender and Women's Studies ∫ Master’s in Public Policy
SHAPE YOUR CAREER
Careers closely related to this degree Public Sector Careers Private Sector Careers
∫ Social Work ∫ Politics ∫ Human Resources ∫ Social Care ∫ Policy Formation ∫ Journalism ∫ Probation Service ∫ Civil Service ∫ New and Online Media ∫ Non-Governmental Organisations ∫ Non-Governmental Organisations ∫ Policy Consultancy
Continue to develop your professional career with UCD...
* Students on the pathway who meet the entry requirements are guaranteed a place on UCD's two-year Master’s in Social Science (Social Work), which is a requirement to practice as a social worker. 73 UCD Social Sciences “As a 17 year old completing the Leaving Cert, the only thing I was sure of was that I wanted to work with people in a meaningful way, so I applied for Social Sciences in UCD. I studied Sociology and Social Policy (as well as a number of modules in Politics and Economics), which focused my interests towards Social Work as a career path. After obtaining valuable, direct experience with Focus Ireland, I returned to UCD to complete my Master‘s of Social Science (Social Work). I found both the Bachelors and the Master’s hugely rewarding, relevant and interesting. I now work as a Community Social Worker, Social Policy developing the capacities of communities to improve their own health outcomes.” BSocSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) Gavin Mulhall BSocSc, MSocSc (Social Work), community based Social Worker
Dr Valerie O’Brien speaking to a student.
CAO Code DN750 Why is this subject for me? Assessment If you are interested in understanding Assessment for modules involves a mixture and researching social problems such as CAO Points Range 2016 N/A of examinations and continuous assessment poverty, homelessness and discrimination, via assignment and projects intended to Length of Course 3 Years you will enjoy studying Social Policy. It is the give all students equal opportunities to Places 145 study of the social impact of policies such demonstrate their skill-sets and knowledge as social services, social security benefits base. For general entry requirements, and the welfare state. Social policy analysts see pages 196-203 are interested in the design and funding of Career & Graduate Study Opportunities Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements these policies and their impact on different Social policy analysis provides an excellent O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics and family types, income and age groups, grounding for a wide range of careers such as: three other recognised subjects genders, regions and countries. – Social research and policy analysis Other school leaving examinations See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd What will I study? – Journalism Level 5/6 QQI-FET In first year, you will be introduced to the – Online and new media basic concepts and skills required to study See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html – Social work social policy, so no prior knowledge of the Level 6/7 Progression Routes subject is required. In second and third year, – Community work See www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac you will have a chance to study specialist – Social services management Mature Entry Route modules on the elements of social policy See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents that interest you most. – Human Resources Management – The civil and public service First Year Social Policy Theories and Concepts; Amongst many other further study Understanding Social Problems and opportunities, the School provides a Policies; Contemporary Irish Welfare State; two year MSocSc in Social Work and History of Irish Social Policy, plus Sociology undergraduate modules in social work are modules, plus an elective module. provided to prepare Social Policy graduates for this option. The School also provides Second Year a one-year MSc in Equality Studies and Gender, Social Policy and Inequality; an MA in Women, Gender and Society and Economics of Social Policy; Investigating contributes to UCD’s one-year Master of Social Services; Security, Work and Poverty; Public Policy (MPP). Progression routes Housing Policies and Neighbourhoods; are integrated into the BSocSc’s pathway Immigration and Irish Society; Social Work structure to facilitate career development in Practice, plus Sociology modules, plus via either Master’s study or career guidance. elective modules. International Study Opportunities Third Year Social Policy students at UCD can avail Policy Making and Implementation; Crime, of international study opportunities in Social Services and the Justice System; universities in Europe and around the world. Social Policy and the Environment; Currently, Erasmus exchange opportunities Other courses of interest Understanding Irish Modernisation, Sexual exist in Germany, Italy, The Netherlands, Science �103 and Reproductive Health; Comparative Sweden and the UK. Social Policy: Europe and Asia; Child Abuse, Sexual and Domestic Violence; Capstone Module, plus Sociology modules, plus elective modules.
www.ucd.ie/myucd/socsc UCD School of Social Policy, [email protected] Social Work and Social Justice, Hanna Sheehy +353 1 716 8198 Skeffington Building, Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/UCDSocialPWJ 74 UCD Social Sciences "I always had an interest in Archaeology, so when I came to UCD, I decided to try it. I really enjoyed the diversity it offered, the great field trips and the lifelong friends Archaeology I made. My initial interest grew into something more than that and I decided BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) - DN700 to make a career of it. The fact that staff were so approachable helped enormously. BA (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) - DN520 I have now completed a PhD in UCD School of Archaeology, researching childhood in early medieval Ireland." CAOCAO Code Code DN700 DN700 BSc Social Sciences
Denise Keating PhD 2014 CAO Points Range 2016 N/A Length of Course 4 Years DN700 Places 500
For general entry requirements, see pages 196-203 Undergraduate students excavating at Glendalough, Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements a major medieval monastic complex, set deep within a remote valley in the beautiful Wicklow Mountains. O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics and three other recognised subjects
Why is this subject for me? Europe ¬ Heritage Management ¬ Plus another Other school leaving examinations See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd If you study Archaeology, we can promise subject ¬ Plus Elective modules. you that you will see the world, time and the Level 5/6 QQI-FET In third year, students can opt to take a single See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html human condition in an entirely new way. It is a major in Archaeology. discipline that explores the past by applying Mature Entry Route See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents the methods of both the arts and the sciences. Fourth Year Through undertaking Archaeology as a degree, Fourth year is designed to give you more Studying Archaeology ownership of your Archaeological learning. you will learn how to assess, explain and as a Joint Major with one of the below: Amongst other modules, you will have an make connections between different types Economics Sociology opportunity to conduct your own research project. of evidence that will allow you to develop a Geography Mathematics deeper understanding about the past. Through Assessment Information exploring the past in this way, you will also We use a variety of assessment methods, e.g. & Communication Social Justice Studies develop practical skills valued by employers, continuous assessment in the form of essays, Philosophy Statistics such as report writing, teamwork, presentation, projects, group work, oral presentations Politics communication and analytical skills. and reports. Each mode of assessment is designed to support your learning through the Studying Archaeology What will I study? programme and to build life skills that will be of OR with one Minor subject: You will study through a combination of benefit beyond the programme. Art History Irish Folklore lectures, tutorials, seminars, field trips and practical engagement. Celtic Civilisation Chinese Career & Graduate Study Opportunities Greek & Roman Irish First Year Studying Archaeology provides a flexibility Civilisation In first year, you will engage with Archaeology of thought and a range of practical skills OR within a Pathway: as a subject. No prior knowledge is assumed. that make our graduates highly employable Landscapes & Society Modules may include: Exploring Archaeology in a number of sectors, including the varied and expanding Heritage Sector. Graduates ¬ Introduction to the Archaeology Ireland ¬ CAO Code DN520 BA Arts Introduction to Anthropology. All first year social have also found employment within the archaeological profession, in consultancy, sciences students also study a core module, CAO Points Range 2016 N/A Societal Challenges in the Twenty First Century ¬ professional contract work, museums and Length of course 3 Years Plus another subject ¬ Plus an Elective module. education. Others have used their transferable skills to become business and industry DN520 Places 350 Second Year entrepreneurs, policymakers in arts and In second year, we will build on the knowledge education, journalists and cultural critics and For general entry requirements, see pages 196-203 you gained in first year and explore how tourism leaders. Graduate study opportunities various approaches to Archaeology allow us in UCD include the MA in Archaeology, MSc in Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements to develop a better understanding of the past. Experimental Archaeology, the MSc in World O6/H7 in English, Irish, a third language and three other recognised subjects Modules may include: Archaeology of Things ¬ Heritage Management and the MLitt/PhD in Archaeology of Prehistoric & Historic Europe ¬ Archaeology. Other Entry Routes same as above Plus another subject ¬ Plus Elective modules. Studying Archaeology as a Minor International Study Opportunities Third Year Opportunities for International Study in with one of the following: You will have an opportunity to deepen your Semester Two of Third Year may include: English History knowledge of Archaeological themes. During Austria Cyprus Denmark France Germany this year, you can also choose to undertake a ¬ ¬ ¬ ¬ Italy Norway Spain Sweden UK North placement in Ireland or abroad. Modules may ¬ ¬ ¬ ¬ ¬ ¬ Other courses of interest America ¬ China ¬ Australia. Students studying include: Archaeology of Food ¬ Experimental Landscapes & Society �69 Archaeology with Chinese will study abroad for Archaeology ¬ Hunter Gatherers ¬ Early Medieval their third year.
Rob Sands [email protected] www.ucd.ie/myucd/socsc UCD School of Archaeology, Newman, Belfield, Dublin 4 +353 1 716 8341 facebook.com/MyUCD 75 UCD Social Sciences "Geography is an engaging subject due to its breadth, diversity and its relevance Geography to the world around us. Classes are enjoyable, the staff are really helpful and BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) - DN700 Geography seems to attract a broad range BA (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) - DN520 of students from different backgrounds, meaning I befriended people from every walk of life imaginable." CAO Code DN700 BSc Social Sciences Dylan Connor Geography graduate, 2011 CAO Points Range 2016 N/A Length of Course 4 Years DN700 Places 500
For general entry requirements, see pages 196-203 Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics and three other recognised subjects
Other school leaving examinations UCD Geography students exploring the urban environment. See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd Level 5/6 QQI-FET Why is this subject for me? Fourth Year See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html Are you interested in pressing global, national BSc Geography students may choose from Mature Entry Route a range of specialist topics and undertake See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents and local issues such as climate change, and hazard management? Do you want to intensive research skills, including Studying Geography make sense of our highly complex world completing a substantial research project. and become an informed global citizen? as a Joint Major with one of the below: Assessment Do you want to learn IT, field and laboratory Archaeology Sociology Geography is taught through lectures, techniques highly valued by employers such Economics Mathematics tutorials, labs and fieldwork and includes as Geographical Information Systems (GIS)? Information significant independent reading and study. & Communication Social Justice By studying Geography in UCD, you Some modules have an online component. Studies will understand the context in which Assessment is generally a combination Philosophy Statistics environmental, socio-cultural and politico- Politics of continuous assessment, tutorial or economic decision-making takes place laboratory participation and end-of- Studying Geography and develop skills that prepare you for the semester exams. OR with one Minor subject: workplaces and societies of tomorrow. Career & Graduate Study Opportunities English Linguistics What will I study? Greek & Roman Our graduates have found employment as: Chinese First Year Civilisation –– Geography researchers and policy Topics include: Societal Challenges in History Irish analysts with Teagasc, ESRI, NGOs and the twenty first century ¬ Geographical OR within a Pathway: government departments. Perspectives: Society and Environment ¬ Computational Landscapes Earth Systems ¬ People, Places and Regions –– GIS specialists working, for example, Social Science & Society ¬ Introduction to the City ¬ Plus another with the Local Government Management subject ¬ Plus an Elective module. Agency. CAO Code DN520 BA Arts –– Planners in both local government and Second Year private sector consultancies. Topics include: Geographical Research CAO Points Range 2016 N/A –– Educators at primary and second level, Techniques ¬ Fluvial Geomorphology ¬ Length of course 3 Years as well as in high-profile national and Quaternary Environmental Change ¬ international universities. DN520 Places 350 Political Geography ¬ World Urbanisation ¬ Globalisation: Regional and World Economy –– Environmental researchers and Entry Requirements ¬ Climatology ¬ Plus another subject ¬ Plus consultants in the state and private English Irish A third Language Three other ¬ ¬ ¬ Elective modules. sectors. recognised subjects Many Geography graduates continue with Third Year Entry Routes same as above further study of their discipline or proceed Topics include: Ideas in Geography ¬ directly to Master’s degrees in social Geographic Information Systems ¬ River Studying Geography sciences, law, or business. Catchment Management The Quaternary of as a Joint Major with one of the below: ¬ Ireland ¬ Planetary Geomorphology ¬ Political History Irish International Study Opportunities Geography of EU Integration ¬ US Foreign Studying Geography as a Minor International opportunities have included Policy ¬ Development Geographies ¬ Creative with one of the following: exchanges to: OR Destruction ¬ Environmental Management ¬ Art History Music Plus another subject ¬ Plus Elective modules. Barcelona, Spain ¬ Stockholm, Sweden ¬ English Pisa, Italy ¬ Melbourne, Australia ¬ Chicago, BSc Geography students may apply in their USA ¬ Santa Barbara, California, USA. Third Year to do an internship or study abroad. Other courses of interest Students studying Geography with Chinese will Social Policy and Sociology �72 study abroad for their third year. Architecture �161
www.ucd.ie/myucd/socsc Undergraduate Office [email protected] UCD School of Geography +353 1 716 8179 Newman, Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/UCDGeography 76 UCD Social Sciences "Information and Communication Studies gave me a better understanding of how information influences all aspects of society, particularly in business. It also gave me practical tools to analyse data and Information & create meaning from it. My current role, as a Media Associate in Ireland’s largest Communication marketing communications company, involves liaising with agencies, on digital Studies and offline media planning and buying. In my work, an understanding of the media BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) - DN700 landscape and keen attention to detail is vital. The skills and knowledge I gained from BA (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) - DN520 my studies have helped me in my career and they have also made me a more informed digital citizen.” CAO Code DN700 BSc Social Sciences Melanie O’Donovan Joint Major Information & Communication Studies and Sociology CAO Points Range 2016 N/A 2016 Students evaluate the impact of new and emergent Length of Course 4 Years information technologies. DN700 Places 500
Why is this subject for me? Assessment For general entry requirements, see pages 196-203 Information plays a key role in all aspects Students attend lectures and tutorials and of life – in business, government, society undertake independent study and project Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics and and the life of the individual. Knowing how work. Assessment is through a combination three other recognised subjects to create, manage, share, find and use of end-of-semester written examinations digital information is more relevant than and continuous assessment, including a wide Other school leaving examinations ever before. Information & Communication variety of digital projects, such as blogging See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd Studies gives you a chance to explore the and writing smartphone applications. Level 5/6 QQI-FET ways companies such as Facebook, Twitter, See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html Intel, Google and Apple utilise the interplay Career & Graduate Study Opportunities Mature Entry Route See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents of people, information, technology and social Information & Communication Studies structures to succeed in today’s digital world. is relevant for careers in web design Studying Information & and development ¬ social media ¬ social Communication Studies What will I study? computing ¬ user experience design as a Joint Major with one of the below: First Year ¬ investigative research ¬ publishing Archaeology Sociology All first year social sciences students study ¬ librarianship ¬ digital marketing and Economics Mathematics the core module, Societal Challenges in the business. Geography Social Justice Twenty First Century. Additional modules Graduates can progress to the Master of Philosophy Statistics may include: Introduction to Information & Information Systems (MSc), which prepares Politics Communication Studies ¬ Information and students for careers in human-computer Studying Information & Social Media ¬ Digital Judgement: Truth, Lies interaction, usability, user experience, user Communication Studies & the Internet ¬ Information Design ¬ Plus research and information systems-related OR with one Minor subject: another subject ¬ Plus an Elective module. professions, or the Master of Library & Chinese Irish Information Studies (MLIS), which prepares Second Year Music students for careers including librarianship, Advanced Information Skills for Problem information consulting and digital media Solving ¬ Social Computing & Media ¬ management. They can also pursue CAO Code DN520 BA Arts Organisation and Retrieval of Information ¬ research careers in the form of an MA and Computer-Mediated Communication ¬ Social PhD. CAO Points Range 2016 N/A Studies of ICTs ¬ Information & Collaboration Length of course 3 Years in Organisations ¬ Plus another subject ¬ Plus Graduates can also progress to a Master’s Elective modules. of Digital Curation, which prepares students DN520 Places 350 for careers in digital curation and data Entry Requirements Third Year management. English ¬ Irish ¬ A third Language ¬ Three The Digital Self; Information Ethics ¬ Digital other recognised subjects Storytelling ¬ Web Publishing ¬ Managing International Study Opportunities Entry Routes same as above Information Technology for Information Students may study abroad for a year or Professionals ¬ Information Architecture: a semester. Destinations include the USA, Studying Information & Designing the Web ¬ Plus another subject ¬ Australia, China and Canada. Students Communication Studies as a Minor Plus Elective modules. studying Information and Communications with one of the following: Fourth Year Studies with Chinese will study abroad for Linguistics English This year offers a range of specialist module their third year. options aimed at preparing you for a career Other courses of interest or further study in your chosen subject area. Science �103
Claire Nolan [email protected] www.ucd.ie/myucd/socsc School Administrator, UCD School of Information & +353 1 716 7055 Communication Studies, Newman, Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/MyUCD 77 UCD Social Sciences "The choice to study Philosophy was one of the best I ever made. The philosophers shared with us their knowledge and passion Philosophy for their particular fields of interest, from ethics and existentialism to the philosophy BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) - DN700 of mind and logic. If you have an inquisitive BA (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) - DN520 mind and a desire to think critically, then study Philosophy at UCD." Kate Smith Global Training Lead at Google BA CAO Code DN700 BSc Social Sciences Philosophy, 2011
CAO Points Range 2016 N/A Length of Course 4 Years DN700 Places 500
For general entry requirements, see pages 196-203
Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements Dr Ruth Boeker discusses the philosophy of O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics and personal identity. three other recognised subjects
Other school leaving examinations Why is this subject for me? Third Year & Fourth Year See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd Are you interested in thinking for yourself? Students can choose from almost two dozen Level 5/6 QQI-FET Do you like problem solving? Do you want modules, including: Philosophy and literature See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html to tackle some of the most challenging ¬ Political philosophy ¬ Philosophy of mind ¬ Mature Entry Route questions that have fascinated thinkers for Metaphysics ¬ Philosophy of religion ¬ Logic ¬ See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents centuries, such as: Phenomenology ¬ Philosophy of law ¬ Critical Studying Philosophy –– Do we have free will? Theory ¬ Philosophy of mental disorder ¬ as a Joint Major with one of the below: –– What is consciousness? Hume & Kant ¬ Nietzsche ¬ Aristotle ¬ Plus another subject Plus Elective modules. Archaeology Sociology –– How should we live? ¬ Students can opt to take a single major in Economics Mathematics –– Does God exist? Geography Social Justice Philosophy from third year. –– What can we learn from art and Information & Communication Statistics literature? Assessment Studies Science, literature or history are all equally There is a variety of assessment: traditional Politics good preparation for studying Philosophy. exams, take-home essays, on-line Studying Philosophy The main requirement is a capacity for clear assessments, as well as presentations and thinking, honesty and discussion. group work. OR with one Minor subject: Chinese Irish What will I study? Career & Graduate Study Opportunities Greek Linguistics Philosophy is essentially about dialogue Corporate head-hunters often target OR within a pathway: and discussion, about giving reasons and Philosophy graduates for their rigorous analysis of real-world problems and their clear, Philosophy, Politics & Economics examples, about counter-arguments and counter-examples. We read the work of coherent communication of complex ideas great philosophers, but we also challenge and concepts, and a capacity for detailed CAO Code DN520 BA Arts their arguments and conclusions. Although research. Philosophy graduates are employed all the modules are based on lectures, many in the private, public and not-for-profit sectors CAO Points Range 2016 N/A of these are highly interactive. In addition, in business and management, marketing and advertising, media and broadcasting, public Length of course 3 Years philosophy is rare in the university for relations, education and human resources. DN520 Places 350 offering small-group tutorials for all of its modules. Entry Requirements Many Philosophy graduates continue with further study of their discipline or proceed English ¬ Irish ¬ A third Language ¬ Three other First Year recognised subjects You will be introduced to a wide spectrum of directly to Master’s degrees in social sciences, law, or business. Our graduates have studied at Entry Routes same as above philosophical approaches, from Renaissance thought through to existentialism and MA and PhD level in internationally renowned Studying Philosophy critical thinking. There is an elective ‘Film universities from Oxford to Paris-Sorbonne as a Joint Major with one of the below: through Philosophy’. All first year social to Harvard. UCD philosophy graduates have English sciences students also study the core established prominent careers in Ireland and Studying Philosophy as a Minor module, Societal Challenges in the Twenty internationally as barristers, public policy analysts, human rights activists, journalists with one of the following: First Century, plus another subject, plus an OR and academics. Art History Music Elective module. History Second Year International Study Opportunities Modules include: Applied Ethics ¬ Philosophy Students may study abroad for a semester of Science ¬ European Philosophy ¬ Ancient or a year. Destinations include: France, Germany, Belgium, US and Italy. Students Other courses of interest Philosophy ¬ Knowledge and Scepticism ¬ studying Philosophy with Chinese will study Law with Philosophy �92 Plus another subject ¬ Plus Elective modules. abroad for their third year.
www.ucd.ie/myucd/socsc Margaret Brady [email protected] UCD School of Philosophy, +353 1 716 8267 Newman, Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/MyUCD 78 UCD Social Sciences "Despite my interest in politics going into college, the variety of available options from the School of Politics & International Relations meant that I left UCD with a far Politics more expansive knowledge of politics than I could ever have expected. No BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) - DN700 matter what area of politics interested you, there seemed to be something for BA (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) - DN520 everyone. As my own interests turned towards conflict resolution, I was easily CAO Code DN700 BSc Social Sciences able to tailor my choices around what interested me most and what was most relevant, through options such as the CAO Points Range 2016 N/A Politics of Northern Ireland, and Middle Length of Course 4 Years Eastern Politics." DN700 Places 500 Eoghan Glynn is Communications Stagiaire at European Movement Ireland. For general entry requirements, see pages 196-203 Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics and three other recognised subjects
Why is this subject for me? Students may opt to take a single major in Other school leaving examinations Do you want to understand how Politics from third year. See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd governments, parliaments, parties and Level 5/6 QQI-FET Assessment elections work? Are you concerned about See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html Students attend lectures and tutorials as conflicts, human rights, global poverty, war Mature Entry Route and political violence? Do you want to learn well as undertaking independent study. See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents Assessment is in the form of a combination how to formulate a coherent and persuasive Studying Politics argument? With a degree in Politics, you will of continuous assessment and end-of as a Joint Major with one of the below: develop the ability to analyse the complex semester written exams. Archaeology Sociology interplay between national and international Career & Graduate Study Opportunities Economics History political institutions, systems and forces. There is a wide range of national and Geography Mathematics What will I study? international employment opportunities Information in the public and private sector, including: & Communication Social Justice In first year, you will be introduced to the Studies core areas of politics, giving you a solid The Irish civil service ¬ The European Philosophy Statistics foundation for future study. In subsequent Commission ¬ International agencies such years, you will pursue the areas of politics as the UN, IMF and World Bank ¬ NGOs ¬ Studying Politics and international relations that interest you Print and broadcast media ¬ The diplomatic OR with one Minor subject: most. Examples of modules include: service ¬ Business ¬ Administration and Linguistics Irish research. Chinese Italian First Year Foundations of Political Theory and MA and MSc degrees in UCD open to French Spanish International Relations ¬ Foundations of graduates include: German Contemporary Politics ¬ Irish Politics ¬ Politics ¬ Political Theory ¬ International OR within a pathway: Globalisation and Development ¬ All first year Relations ¬ Development Studies ¬ Philosophy, Politics & Economics social sciences students also study the core Nationalism & Ethnic Conflict ¬ Human Computational Social Science module, Societal Challenges in the Twenty Rights ¬ European Public Affairs & Law ¬ First Century ¬ Plus another subject ¬ Plus an Development Practice. Elective module. CAO Code DN520 BA Arts International Study Opportunities Second Year Erasmus opportunities include: CAO Points Range 2016 N/A Individuals and the State ¬ Law, Politics Institut d’etudes politiques, Paris, France ¬ Length of course 3 Years & Human Rights ¬ Comparative Politics ¬ University of Bergen, Norway ¬ Université DN520 Places 350 International Relations ¬ Analysing Politics ¬ Libre de Bruxelles/Université de Liège, European Union ¬ Achieving the Sustainable Entry Requirements Belgium ¬ University of Lund/University of Development Goals ¬ Plus another subject ¬ English ¬ Irish ¬ A third Language ¬ Three other Plus Elective modules. Stockholm, Sweden ¬ Universität zu Köln, recognised subjects Germany Entry Routes same as above Third Year & Fourth Year International study in the US, Asia and International Political Economy ¬ Political Studying Political Studies Australia is also available in third year. Reform in Ireland ¬ International Justice ¬ Students studying Politics with Chinese, as a Joint Major with: Latin American Politics ¬ Middle East Politics French, German, Italian or Spanish will study History ¬ Integration, Fragmentation & the Global System ¬ Comparative Politics ¬ Terrorism abroad for their third year. and Political Violence ¬ Introduction to Asian Politics ¬ Justice in Education ¬ Gender in Other courses of interest Law with Politics 93 War and Peace ¬ Plus another subject ¬ Plus � Elective modules.
Undergraduate Office [email protected] www.ucd.ie/myucd/socsc UCD School of Politics & International Relations +353 1 716 8397 Newman, Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/MyUCD 79 UCD Social Sciences “The multidisciplinary nature of Social Justice - including topics such as feminist theory and critical theories of international economics - has refined my analytical skills. To those who seek not only to understand how the world is, but also why it is that way, I recommend studying Social Justice in UCD.” Adam Boyle Law with Social Justice (International) Stage 4
Social Justice
BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8)
CAO Code DN700 Why is this subject for me? Third Year The subject of Social Justice draws on a In third year, modules will advance their knowledge of economic inequality and gender CAO Points Range 2016 N/A range of academic disciplines in order to advance understanding of issues such as inequality and will also have the opportunity Length of Course 4 Years inequality, discrimination and human rights to learn about public policy design. DN700 Places 500 abuses. It will appeal to those who would Fourth Year like to acquire the knowledge and skills to For general entry requirements, Fourth year provides the opportunity for see pages 196-203 understand and challenge injustice and help students to enhance their research skills by bring about social change. Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements engaging in a group-based research project. O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics and What will I study? In addition, students will build on their three other recognised subjects knowledge of theories of social justice, while Undergraduate modules in Social Justice modules will also develop knowledge of key Other school leaving examinations address themes such as global poverty and societal issues. See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd inequality; gender and sexual inequality; Level 5/6 QQI-FET human rights and social justice; inequality in Assessment See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html Irish society; childhood inequality; egalitarian A variety of continuous assessment Mature Entry Route social movements; racism; and the problems methods are used throughout the social See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents and possibilities of economic development. justice programme, including essays, Over the course of your four-year programme, reports, oral presentations, reflective Studying Social Justice you will advance your knowledge about the writing, problem-based learning exercises, as a Joint Major with one of the below: key social issues of the 21st century, while projects, and critical commentaries on Archaeology Philosophy developing your skills in relation to critical designated readings. Economics Politics thinking, analysis, research, problem- Geography Sociology solving and communication. An emphasis Career & Graduate Study Opportunities Information on participatory learning means that your At the end of their four-year programme, & Communication studies will take place within a supportive and graduates of Social Justice have acquired Studies stimulating environment, where you will have knowledge and skills relevant to a range of the opportunity to engage with like-minded fields of study and employment, including people who share your interest in social justice. in-depth knowledge about the most pressing societal and global challenges of our time First Year and advanced critical, analytical and In first year, you will engage with four key communications skills. themes: inequality in Irish society ¬ gender ¬ global justice ¬ human rights. All first year The degree will provide a strong foundation social sciences students also study the core for careers in: research, policy and module, Societal Challenges in the Twenty advocacy in national and international First Century, plus another subject, plus an non-governmental organisations; and Elective module. public sector agencies. Relevant graduate study progammes include: Equality Studies Second Year ¬ Gender Studies ¬ Public Policy ¬ Human In second year, the modules will develop your Rights ¬ International Development. Other courses of interest knowledge of social justice movements, gender Law with Social Justice �94 inequality, and childhood inequality, as well as International Study Opportunities Social Policy & Sociology �72 your understanding of what it means to look at Study abroad for a semester or a year in third the social world through a social justice lens, year. Destinations include the US, Australia, plus another subject, plus Elective modules. China, Canada.
www.ucd.ie/myucd/socsc Owen Kinsella [email protected] Hanna Sheehy-Skeffington Building, University +353 1 716 8198 College Dublin Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/UCDSocialPWJ 80 UCD Social Sciences "I chose to study at UCD because of its reputation, its location, its facilities and the quality and variety of the modules available. The Sociology component of Sociology my degree has allowed me to develop practical research skills and a critical, BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) - DN700 analytical and informed world-view. I have studied gender, crime, migration, housing BA (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) - DN520 inequalities, work, culture, masculinities, social stratification and classical and contemporary theory. Though there were CAO Code DN700 BSc Social Sciences compulsory modules, there was plenty of freedom to study areas of particular CAO Points Range 2016 N/A interest to me. I have loved every minute Length of Course 4 Years of my time at UCD." DN700 Places 500 Jake Ryan Student For general entry requirements, see pages 196-203 Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics and three other recognised subjects
Why is this subject for me? Third Year Other school leaving examinations If you are interested in people, you will The third year includes training in Qualitative See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd be interested in sociology. It is relevant Research Methods and substantive Level 5/6 QQI-FET for understanding almost every aspect courses in areas such as Migration, Health, See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html of our lives. We are all part of society, we Data Analytics and more. There are also Mature Entry Route are connected with each other and we are possibilities for internships and study abroad. See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents affected by the people around us. In the same Fourth Year Studying Sociology way, we shape the social context for others During the fourth year, we offer the as a Joint Major with one of the below: as well. Sociology provides you with the possibility for an independent research Archaeology Politics mindset and the research tools to observe the project and a range of further specialised Economics Mathematics social world, make connections, understand modules, such as War and Violence, Social Geography Social Justice differences, norms, cultures or inequalities. Networks or Nations, plus Elective modules. Information & Communication Statistics What will I study? Assessment Studies Sociology seeks to explain how people relate Students attend lectures and participate in Philosophy with each other, how hidden structures seminar discussions. They also undertake Studying Sociology play an important role in everyday life and independent studies, including reading and how society shapes the way individuals writing about sociological issues. Assessment OR with one Minor subject: behave. It is about why individuals is a combination of continuous assessment Art History German organise themselves into groups such and end-of-semester written exams. English Irish as families, communities, social classes, Linguistics Italian Career & Graduate Study Opportunities social networks, religions, genders, Chinese neighbourhoods or nations. But it is also Sociology gives an excellent foundation for a OR within a pathway: about how these groups come about, what diverse set of careers in areas such as social Computational Social Science they mean and how they change over time. research and policy analysis ¬ journalism ¬ An essential part of your studies will be the media ¬ community development ¬ youth work acquisition of a sociological toolkit that ¬ civil service ¬ social data science ¬ business. CAO Code DN520 BA Arts includes both theoretical approaches and It also leads to a wide range of graduate research methods to study society. study opportunities in the social sciences, CAO Points Range 2016 N/A law and business. The School of Sociology First Year Length of course 3 Years offers a general MSocSc in Sociology, as The first year includes a general Introduction DN520 Places 350 well as specialised programmes in Health, to Sociology, the Foundations of Sociological Entry Requirements Well-being and Society ¬ Crime, Violence and Thinking, a view on Contemporary Ireland and English ¬ Irish ¬ A third Language ¬ Three other Conflict¬ Cultural Sociology ¬ Race, Migration the basics of Research Methods and Design. recognised subjects and Decolonial Studies ¬ Comparative Social All first year social sciences students also Change ¬ Social Data Analytics. Entry Routes same as above study the core module, Societal Challenges Studying Sociology as a Minor in the Twenty First Century, plus another International Study Opportunities subject, plus an Elective module. Destinations include countries such with one of the following: English History Second Year as Belgium ¬ England ¬ France ¬ Italy ¬ The second year involves training in Netherlands ¬ Norway ¬ Spain ¬ USA ¬ Quantitative Research Methods and courses Australia ¬ China and South Korea. Other courses of interest in areas such as Gender ¬ Social Anthropology Students studying Sociology with Chinese, Social Policy & Sociology �72 ¬ Crime ¬ Animals and Human Society and German or Italian will study abroad for their Science �103 more, plus another subject, plus Elective third year. Computational Social Science �66 modules.
UCD School of Sociology [email protected] www.ucd.ie/myucd/socsc Newman, Belfield, Dublin 4 +353 1 716 8263/8674 facebook.com/MyUCD 81 The UCD Sutherland School of Law is the first purpose-built university law school in Ireland. Key features include the Clinical Legal Education Centre, Trial Court and Ceremonial Moot Court.
UCD Sutherland School of Law provides a solid foundation for a career either in legal practice or in one of many other rewarding fields in Ireland or abroad. It offers you the choice of studying law alone or in combination with other subjects. Our graduates have progressed to hold some of the highest legal and political offices in the State, including Chief Justice, Attorney General, Director of Public Prosecutions, Taoiseach and Tánaiste.
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Law (BCL) 85 Law with Irish 91 Law with French Law 86 Law with Philosophy 92 BCL/Maîtrise — Law with Politics 93 Law Dual Degree 87 Law with Social Justice 94 Law with Chinese 88 Business & Law 95 Law with Economics 89 Law with History 90
Why UCD Law? Your First Year Experience — UCD Sutherland School of Law is ranked — UCD Sutherland School of Law welcomes No.1 law school in Ireland*. first year students to a friendly community. Under our Peer Mentoring and Academic — UCD Sutherland School of Law offers Adviser schemes, current students and world-class learning and teaching lecturers are assigned to each first year facilities in a state-of-the-art building. student in order to offer advice. Features include the purpose-built Clinical Legal Education Centre (CLEC), which — You will explore the fundamentals of law offers specialist clinical law modules. in Constitutional Law and Contract Law modules. You will also learn about the — We offer the widest range of law degrees legal system in General Introduction to in Ireland. You can choose to focus the Irish Legal System and, the skills of primarily on Law (BCL) or to combine your practicing law, in the Legal Skills module. study of Law with one of the following: Business, History, Irish, Philosophy, — Lectures are supplemented with small- Politics, Economics, Social Justice, group tutorial teaching to help you learn French Law or Chinese. If you choose how to understand cases, to interpret the BCL programme, you may study a legislation and, ultimately, find your language (Chinese, French, Irish, Spanish) own voice. throughout your BCL degree. — You will be encouraged to get involved in — Our academic staff are experts in a wide debating and mooting (mock trials). range of fields in national, European and — You can join other students in the UCD International law. Law Society, which organises many — You may undertake a placement in events, including debates. a leading law firm, in the courts or — You may decide to participate in the non-governmental organisation and/or UCD Student Legal Service. Run by Law conduct public interest research. students, it provides legal information — You may have the opportunity to develop clinics to students. your foreign language skills and to study — You will be invited to attend recruitment other legal systems through our extensive presentations from leading Irish and UK international exchange programme with firms which are held in the School of Law. universities in Europe, North America, Asia — Specialist careers support is provided and Australasia. by the School’s Career Adviser to help — Our graduates have gained admission you identify and achieve your career to study at prestigious universities, ambitions. including Berkeley, Cambridge, College of Europe, European University Institute, the LSE and Harvard.
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Years 1 & 2 Foundations of legal knowledge and specialist subjects
DN600 DN600 DN600 DN600 DN600 Bachelor of BCL Law BCL Law with BCL La w with BCL Law with Civil Law with Chinese Economics French Law History
DN600 DN600 DN600 DN600 DN610 BCL Law with BCL Law with BCL Law with BCL Law Bachelor of Business & Law Philosophy Politics Social Justice with Irish
All students are offered core law modules and programme specific subjects
CORE LAW MODULES DN600 students also take progamme specific modules as appropriate, for example in: General Contract Introduction to Constitutional Tort Law Law Legal Studies* Law Law History Chinese Philosophy Economics Politics
General French Law Social Justice European Property Criminal Introduction to Irish Union Law Law** Law Legal Skills*
Years Further Specialisation and International Study 3 & 4
Bachelor Degree in Law (Honours)
Specialise through UCD graduate study Shape your career with UCD Law in Ireland or abroad
Professional Diplomas in
Employment Law International Financial Services Law LAW BUSINESS Professional Regulation
Master of Laws (LLM) in Solicitor (Ireland, UK, etc) Corporate Banking Barrister (Ireland, UK, etc) Management International Commercial Law Criminology & Criminal Justice Avocat (France) Business Analyst European Law & Public Affairs Academia Financial Services International Human Rights Intellectual Property and Information Technology
General MEDIA & POLITICS PUBLIC POLICY Masters of Science International Law and Business Broadcasting Public Servic e
Press Research
Political Advisory Roles Non-Governmental Organisations Diplomacy and Foreign Affairs Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Education Law European Law & Governance
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*Not offered in DN600 LCS **Offered as optional module to DN610 in Year 3 84 UCD Law “Looking back on the past four years of my life in UCD, I am filled with many fond memories. Sutherland School of Law is a place where I have developed as a person, met friends that will last a lifetime and most importantly, studied a variety of legal modules varying from International Human Rights Law to Sports Law. UCD law students are offered the chance to study internationally. I spent my third year studying in Utrecht Universiteit in the Netherlands, which was one of the highlights of my undergraduate degree. The exceptional sporting facilities, clubs and societies in UCD also provide ample opportunity to meet fellow students, Law fulfilling university life.” Anne Lavelle Student BCL (Hons) (NFQ Level 8)
CAO Code DN600
Why is this course for me? of end-of-semester examinations, essays The UCD Bachelor of Civil Law (BCL) degree and group work projects. CAO Points Range 2016 525—615 enjoys a proud history and an established Length of Course 4 Years Career & Graduate Study Opportunities reputation at home and abroad. The BCL DN600 Places 120 degree allows you to immerse yourself in As a BCL graduate, you are well positioned the study of law, to engage with a range of to pursue a variety of careers, including qualifying as a solicitor or barrister who For general entry requirements, interesting legal perspectives and to acquire see pages 196-203 a profound understanding of how law works practise law independently, or work in: Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements in theory and in practice. –– Law firms in Ireland or internationally ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish, a third language –– Large corporations as in-house lawyers and three other recognised subjects What will I study? –– State bodies or Public Service First & Second Year Other school leaving examinations –– Non-governmental organisations (NGOs) In first year, you’ll explore some foundational See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd –– EU or other international institutions areas of law, including: Level 5/6 QQI-FET General Introduction to Legal Skills ¬ –– Legal research None Contract Law ¬ Tort Law ¬ Constitutional Law. –– Academia Mature Entry Route You’ll study modules in civil and criminal BCL graduates can also pursue successful See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents procedure. careers other than in legal practice (e.g. In second year, you’ll explore EU Law as diplomats, journalists, broadcasters, and core areas of Irish law, including: authors or researchers) in Ireland or abroad. Graduates can undertake postgraduate law Property Law ¬ Company Law ¬ Criminal Law. study programmes such as the LLM and/or Third & Fourth Year PhD in their area of interest. You can tailor your BCL by selecting from a wide choice of Law modules, such as: International Study Opportunities International Human Rights ¬ Third year BCL students are offered the Environmental Law ¬ Intellectual Property widest range of study abroad opportunities Law ¬ Media Law ¬ Family Law ¬ Commercial at our partner universities in: Law ¬ Employment Law. Singapore ¬ Milan ¬ Toulouse ¬ Utrecht ¬ In addition, our Clinical Legal Education Connecticut ¬ Vienna ¬ Miami ¬ Uppsala ¬ Centre (CLEC) offers “clinical” modules, Minnesota ¬ Stockholm ¬ California ¬ Exeter ¬ which include Advocacy & Mooting, Berlin ¬ Prague ¬ Antwerp ¬ Canberra ¬ Alternative Dispute Resolution, Legal Barcelona. Practice and Legal Placement. You’ll attend lectures and tutorials, in addition to engaging in study and NOTE preparatory work. A sample timetable If you are interested in later qualifying as a can be viewed at www.ucd.ie/myucd/law. lawyer in the USA, the BCL programme is the Other courses of interest Assessment is through a combination recommended choice. Business & Law �95 Law with Social Justice �94 Law with French Law �86 Law with History �90
Programme Office, UCD Sutherland School of Law [email protected] +353 1 716 4110 www.ucd.ie/myucd/law Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/UCDSchoolofLaw @UCDLawSchool 85 UCD Law “Law with French Law offers the best of both worlds, as not only do you get an in-depth knowledge of Irish law, you also get the opportunity to study another prominent legal system. The small class size meant that I made friends instantly and the teaching staff got to know us from early on. The highlight of my degree was spending my Erasmus year in Toulouse. Although the prospect of living and studying in France is a daunting one, the French law modules you take in first and second year will have you well prepared, Law with going over. You’ll come home speaking and writing French to a very high level and with a French Law confidence you never thought possible.” Elaine Egan Student BCL (Hons) (NFQ Level 8)
CAO Code DN600
Why is this course for me? Third & Fourth Year CAO Points Range 2016 525—615 This degree is one of two French Law You will spend your third year at a partner Length of Course 4 Years Programmes offered by Sutherland School of university in Paris, Toulouse, Strasbourg or DN600 Places 120 Law, the other being the BCL/Maîtrise on the Aix-Marseille. You will return to UCD for the opposite page. All students interested in the final year of your BCL degree (where some For general entry requirements, French Law Programmes enter the BCL [Law modules are taught through French) and will see pages 196-203 with French Law] in first year. Both degrees be required to complete a dissertation in French on French law. Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements offer the exciting opportunity for immersion ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish, a third language in two of the world’s major legal systems, the and three other recognised subjects common law and the civil law. Career & Graduate Study Opportunities This degree ensures that graduates Other school leaving examinations The BCL (Law with French Law) degree are well placed to pursue careers with See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd provides you with a qualification in Irish international law firms, EU and international law, while acquiring a broad knowledge Level 5/6 QQI-FET organisations, diplomacy and government None of French law and a very high level of departments, or Non-Governmental competence in French language and French Organisations. Past graduates have Mature Entry Route legal terminology. Students gain valuable See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents progressed to study at prestigious comparative insights, which inform an institutions in the EU and internationally and Special Entry Recommendations enhanced critical perspective on Irish law. Students will need a minimum grade H3 in others have obtained scholarships to the Leaving Certificate French (or equivalent) to One year (third) is spent at a leading law renowned College of Europe in Bruges. take the BCL (Law with French Law) course. school in France.
What will I study? Most French law modules studied at UCD are taught through French. First Year First year focuses on the core Irish law modules of Constitutional Law ¬ Contract Law ¬ Tort Law. This is combined with intensive French language training and an introduction to French Public Law and French Private Law, General Introduction to Legal Studies and General Introduction to KEY FACT Legal Skills. Every June, we hold a one-day Summer School Second Year which gives 5th year pupils a taste of how we In second year, you will study other core teach law. We also host a Law Open Evening every October for secondary school pupils and Irish law modules ¬ EU Law ¬ Property Law their parents to meet law students and law ¬ Criminal Law. You will also advance your lecturers. Here you will have a chance to sample Other courses of interest French language training and continue to short lectures, listen to careers talks and hear Law �85 study French Private Law and French about student experiences, including international exchanges. BCL/Maîtrise �87 Public Law.
www.ucd.ie/myucd/law Programme Office, UCD Sutherland School of Law [email protected] +353 1 716 4110 Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/UCDSchoolofLaw @UCDLawSchool 86 UCD Law “I have always wanted to keep an international dimension to my degree, and the BCL/ Maîtrise was definitely the right choice for that. Being immersed in another culture can only open your mind; and understanding two very different legal systems is crucial to develop your critical thinking and enhance your analytical skills. Whether the final aim is to practice in Ireland, France, or to have an international career, job opportunities following this course are numerous. Taking advantage of the opportunities given by UCD is essential during your degree, and actively participating in one of the many societies or sports club on offer cannot be recommended highly enough.” BCL/Maîtrise Adam Boutafenouchete Student Law Dual Degree – BCL/Maîtrise (NFQ Level 8)
CAO Code DN600
Why is this course for me? Second Year CAO Points Range 2016 525—615 This degree is one of two French Law In second year, you will study other core Irish Programmes offered by Sutherland School law modules: Property Law ¬ Criminal Law. Length of Course 4 Years of Law, the other being the BCL (Law with You will also advance your French language DN600 Places 120 French Law) on the opposite page. All training and continue to study French students interested in the French Law Private Law and French Public Law. For general entry requirements, Programmes enter the BCL [Law with Third & Fourth Year see pages 196-203 French Law] in first year. Both degrees offer You will spend your third and fourth years Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements the exciting opportunity for immersion in in one of our two partner universities. The ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish, a third language two of the world’s major legal systems, the subjects studied are determined by those and three other recognised subjects common law and the civil law. institutions. Other school leaving examinations Towards the end of first year, the students –– Université Panthéon-Assas (Paris II) See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd who have achieved the highest grades in [see www.u-paris2.fr] Level 5/6 QQI-FET Level I of the BCL [Law with French Law] –– Université Toulouse 1 Capitole None will have the option to apply for interview [see www.univ-tlse1.fr] Mature Entry Route to enter the BCL/Maîtrise. The BCL/ See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents Maîtrise is an intensive dual degree aimed Career & Graduate Study Opportunities at highly motivated and ambitious students. Graduates of the BCL/Maîtrise obtain a Special Entry Recommendations Students will need a minimum grade H3 in The major difference between the two dual qualification which allows them to LC French (or equivalent) to take the BCL Programmes is that the BCL/Maîtrise allows progress to professional legal training in (Law with French Law) course. you to undertake two degrees: a degree Ireland or France. Graduates are particularly in Irish law and a degree in French law, the well placed to pursue careers with *Note: In first year you study the BCL [Law Maîtrise en Droit, from either the Université international law firms, EU and international with French Law]; towards the end of first year, students achieving the highest grades Panthéon-Assas (Paris II) or the Université organisations, diplomacy and government have the option to apply for interview to Toulouse 1 Capitole. The Maîtrise en Droit departments, or Non-Governmental enter the BCL/ Maîtrise or to continue with (or Master 1) is considered to be a Master’s Organisations. the BCL [Law with French Law). level course. Two years (third and fourth) are spent at either Paris II or Toulouse 1.
What will I study? Most French law modules studied at UCD are KEY FACT The BCL/Maîtrise degree appeals to students taught through French. who wish to pursue a career as a barrister, First Year solicitor or French avocat, as well as to In first year, you study the BCL [Law with those who aspire to practise in the domains of International and European Law, or in French Law] (see opposite page). Students governmental or international institutions. achieving the highest grades at the end of first year then have the option to apply for Other courses of interest interview to enter the BCL/Maîtrise, or to Law � 85 continue with the BCL [Law with French Law with French Law �86 Law].
Programme Office, UCD Sutherland School of Law [email protected] +353 1 716 4110 www.ucd.ie/myucd/law Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/UCDSchoolofLaw @UCDLawSchool 87 UCD Law “Studying Law with Chinese offers me the opportunity to learn about the fascinating Chinese culture and language along with my Law degree. Studying Chinese is hugely beneficial as it is the most widely spoken language in the world. I like that the Chinese Studies classes are small, meaning you get more of a chance to interact with the lecturer. Sutherland School of Law is a fantastic place to study Law, as the lecturers are excellent and the lecture content is fascinating. UCD has so much Law with to offer by way of extracurricular activities, both related to law (such as the Student Legal Service) and non-related to law (for Chinese example, Musical Society).” BCL (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) Chloe Shortall Student
Chloe Shorthall pictured at the Great Wall of China.
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Why is this course for me? Fourth Year CAO Points Range 2016 525—615 Law with Chinese allows you to undertake On your return to UCD for the last year of Length of Course 4 Years a degree in Irish law, whilst simultaneously your degree, you will continue your Chinese DN600 Places 120 acquiring a broad knowledge of Chinese language training. You’ll also choose society and a very high level of competence modules, from the full range of Irish law in Mandarin. During this degree, you’ll modules including clinical modules from For general entry requirements, the School’s Clinical Legal Education Centre see pages 196-203 gain comparative insights which inform an enhanced critical perspective on Irish (CLEC). Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements law. Your third year is spent at a leading ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish, a third language Note: Some modules on this degree are and three other recognised subjects university in China. taught through Chinese.
Other school leaving examinations What will I study? You’ll attend lectures and tutorials, See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd in addition to engaging in study and First & Second Year preparatory work. A sample timetable can be Level 5/6 QQI-FET First year focuses on the core Irish viewed at www.ucd.ie/myucd/law. None law modules of: Constitutional Law ¬ Mature Entry Route Contract Law ¬ Tort ¬ Legal Skills ¬ General Assessment is through a combination of See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents Inrtroduction to Irish legal System. end-of-semester examinations, essays and group work projects. Note: Students entering this course are This is combined with intensive Chinese not required to have a prior knowledge of language training and an introduction to Career & Graduate Study Opportunities Mandarin. Those with prior knowledge of Chinese culture and society. In second year, Graduates obtain a recognised degree in Mandarin are, of course, welcome, and will you’ll continue to build your knowledge of be offered Mandarin at a more advanced Irish law and are also particularly well placed the foundations of Irish law, covering: level than beginners. to pursue legal careers with: –– EU Law –– International law firms –– Property Law –– European and international institutions –– Criminal Law –– Non-Governmental Organisations –– You’ll also advance your Chinese language skills and deepen your BCL (Law with Chinese) graduates may knowledge of Chinese society. wish to pursue further studies, including: LLM (International Human Rights), LLM Third Year (International Commercial Law) or LLM You’ll spend your third year at a partner (Intellectual Property & Information university in Beijing, China (Renmin Technology Law), all in UCD Sutherland University or the China University of Political School of Law. Both Renmin and CUPL have Science and Law (CUPL)), where you’ll take excellent graduate programmes and are some modules through Mandarin. among the best law schools in China.
Other courses of interest Law � 85 Law with History � 90 Law with Politics �93 Law with Philosophy � 92
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“When applying to the CAO, I wanted to pursue law, whilst undertaking a quantitative subject, having enjoyed mathematics at school. Law with Economics offered a perfect combination, offering a rigorous legal education, with a strong understanding of a crucial social science. I didn’t yet appreciate the extent to which the two subjects complement each other, with an explicit overlap in competition and intellectual property law. While at UCD, I have also been hugely involved in university debating. I spent a Law with year running the L&H, UCD’s largest student society, whilst also travelling to many Economics European countries, along with the United States and India, to debate. BCL (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) Eoin MacLachlan Student Eoin MacLachlan receiving an award from The Hon. Mr Justice Seán Ryan, President of the Court of Appeal.
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Why is this course for me? You may select from the clinical law modules This course allows you to obtain a highly offered by our Clinical Legal Education CAO Points Range 2016 525—615 respected degree in Irish law, whilst Centre (CLEC). Length of Course 4 Years simultaneously acquiring a broad knowledge You’ll attend lectures and tutorials, DN600 Places 120 of economics. Certain areas of law (e.g. in addition to engaging in study and competition regulation and intellectual preparatory work. A sample timetable For general entry requirements, property) are heavily influenced by economic can be viewed at www.ucd.ie/myucd/law. see pages 196-203 theory. BCL (Law with Economics) graduates Assessment is through a combination Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements are uniquely equipped to understand of end-of-semester examinations, essays ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish, a third language these regulatory frameworks in all of their and group work projects. and three other recognised subjects conceptual complexity. On this degree, you’ll embark on a field of cross-disciplinary Career & Graduate Study Opportunities Other school leaving examinations See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd study which is intellectually very demanding, BCL (Law with Economics) graduates but also tremendously enriching and of have an attractive skill-set, which is of Level 5/6 QQI-FET immense practical importance. undisputed relevance to commercial legal None What will I study? practices and to businesses in Ireland Mature Entry Route and abroad. Recent graduates have found See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents First & Second Year employment with leading law firms and First year focuses on core Irish law modules, Special Entry Recommendations businesses. It is strongly recommended that entrants including: Graduates are also eligible to pursue further to this programme should have at least a Constitutional Law Contract Law Tort Law. Grade of H6 in Leaving Certificate Maths (or ¬ ¬ study in the fields of: In addition, you will study quantitative equivalent). Commercial Law ¬ Intellectual Property ¬ economics and macroeconomics for Economics ¬ Law & Finance ¬ Insolvency Law. business. In second year, you will study: International Study Opportunities Many students take the opportunity of EU Law ¬ Property Law ¬ Criminal Law. spending time abroad in their third year, At the same time, you’ll also develop your at partner universities in: understanding of economics and statistics. Australia ¬ Austria ¬ Belgium ¬ Canada ¬ China ¬ Third & Fourth Year Czech Republic ¬ France ¬ Germany ¬ India ¬ With a wide choice of law and economics Italy ¬ New Zealand ¬ Singapore ¬ Spain ¬ modules, you can choose to pursue your own Sweden ¬ Switzerland ¬ The Netherlands ¬ areas of particular interest and tailor your UK ¬ USA. degree through modules, including: Revenue Law ¬ Intellectual Property Law ¬ Trusts Law ¬ Employment Law ¬ Competition Law in Practice ¬ Commercial Law ¬ International Monetary Economics ¬ Game Theory ¬ Macro-Economics. Other courses of interest Law �85 Business & Law �95 Law with Social Justice �94
Programme Office, UCD Sutherland School of Law [email protected] +353 1 716 4110 www.ucd.ie/myucd/law Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/UCDSchoolofLaw @UCDLawSchool 89 UCD Law “Choosing Law with History is one of the most rewarding decisions I have made. UCD’s unique opportunity to study both areas truly stands out, and students can take courses in complementary modules, such as Human Rights Law and the History of Stalin’s Russia, just to name a few. The course also offers the opportunity to study abroad in third year and my semester spent in Utrecht, the Netherlands, stands as a highlight of my degree as it opened the door to Law with a whole new culture and the chance to meet fellow law students from around the History world.” Sadhbh Browne Student BCL (Hons) (NFQ Level 8)
CAO Code DN600
Why is this course for me? You’ll attend lectures and tutorials, CAO Points Range 2016 525—615 There’s a natural affinity between the in addition to engaging in study and Length of Course 4 Years disciplines of law and history. Each is shaped preparatory work. A sample timetable DN600 Places 120 by the other. Important historical events are can be viewed at www.ucd.ie/myucd/law. often interlinked with contemporary legal Assessment is through a combination structures. Legal reform may be prompted For general entry requirements, of end-of-semester examinations, essays see pages 196-203 by the defining events of the past. and group work projects. This course allows you to acquire a highly Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements Career & Graduate Study Opportunities ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish, a third language respected degree in Irish law, whilst also BCL (Law with History) graduates can go and three other recognised subjects pursuing a passion for history and acquiring on to qualify as solicitors and barristers, a deeper understanding of past events that Other school leaving examinations and pursue law careers in Ireland or abroad. have shaped our current legal system. See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd Graduates are also well placed to pursue Level 5/6 QQI-FET What will I study? careers in: None First & Second Year –– Legal research Mature Entry Route First year focuses on core Irish law modules, –– Politics See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents including: –– Journalism Constitutional Law ¬ Contract Law ¬ Tort Law. –– Academia In addition, you are introduced to modern Relevant graduate study programmes European and Irish history. include LLM degrees in: In second year, you’ll study: International Human Rights ¬ European Law EU Law ¬ Property Law ¬ Criminal Law. & Public Affairs ¬ Legal History. You’ll also engage with international history. Third & Fourth Year International Study Opportunities With a wide choice of law and history You can apply to study abroad during third modules available, you can pursue your own year at one of our partner universities in: areas of interest. Modules include: Australia ¬ Austria ¬ Belgium ¬ Canada ¬ China ¬ Jurisprudence ¬ Legal History ¬ Criminology ¬ Czech Republic ¬ France ¬ Germany ¬ India ¬ Fascism ¬ Culture & Revolution. Italy ¬ New Zealand ¬ Singapore ¬ Spain ¬ You may also be interested in taking Sweden ¬ Switzerland ¬ The Netherlands ¬ modules offered by our Clinical Legal UK ¬ USA. Education Centre (CLEC), such as Advocacy & Mooting, and Law, Ethics & Legal Practice.
KEY FACT UCD Law graduates have been admitted to study for postgraduate degrees at many prestigious universities abroad, including Harvard, Oxford, Other courses of interest Cambridge, Berkeley and European University Law �85 Institute. Law with Social Justice �94 Law with Politics �93 Law with Philosophy �92
www.ucd.ie/myucd/law Programme Office, UCD Sutherland School of Law [email protected] +353 1 716 4110 Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/UCDSchoolofLaw @UCDLawSchool 90 UCD Law “Soláthraíonn an cúrsa seo nasc idir Dlí agus Gaeilge le cur chuige nuálaíoch, ilmheán idir theagasc ranga agus mhodúil ar líne. Dírítear ar chruinneas teanga agus ar chúrsaí litríochta ar dtús. Forbraíonn an cúrsa ansin le hoiliúint in ardscileanna teanga i gcomhthéacs dlíthiúil. Ag deireadh na céime beidh mic léinn eolach ar agus ábalta téacsanna dlíthiúla i gcomhthéacs náisiúnta /idirnáisiúnta a aistriú le fócas ar dhlítheangeolaithe / aistritheoirí in institiúidí na hEorpa fosta. Más spéis leat cruinneas teanga i gcomhthéacs dlíthiúil mar aon le cultúr agus litríocht na Gaeilge, soláthróidh Law with an cúrsa rogha fhairsing de dheiseanna fostaíochta do mhic léinn Dlí agus Gaeilge.” Irish Dr. Regina Uí Chollatáin Ceann na Scoile, UCD Scoil na Gaeilge, an Léinn Cheiltigh agus an BCL (Hons) (NFQ Level 8)
Bhéaloidis. Associate Professor Regina Uí Chollatáin, Head of School, UCD School of Irish, Celtic Studies and Folklore.
CAO Code DN600
Why is this course for me? You will undertake specific advanced The BCL (Law with Irish) is a new language skills training; analysis and CAO Points Range 2016 525—615 programme starting in 2017/18. It allows research in the development of legislation Length of Course 4 Years undergraduate law students to access a in Irish language usage; and training in DN600 Places 120 cohesive set of Irish language modules translation and terminology for legal which are relevant to the study and practice translation. Some modules will be delivered For general entry requirements, of law. This programme offers you the online. Modules include: Teanga na Gaeilge see pages 196-203 opportunity to acquire a highly respected Aistriúchán Dlíthiúil ¬ Aistriúchán agus Dlí ¬ Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements BCL degree, whilst additionally deepening Iriseoireacht na Gaeilge. ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish, a third language your competence in the Irish language Career & Graduate Study Opportunities and three other recognised subjects in the context of law. Your Irish language Graduates of this programme will have Other school leaving examinations communication skills will be developed by experience in interpreting and using legal See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd the resources provided by a modern multi- information in the context of either the media language laboratory (An Teanglann) Irish or English language. Their high level of Level 5/6 QQI-FET and the advanced language skills training in competence in law and in Irish makes them None Lárionad de Bhaldraithe. well placed to pursue careers in law or other Mature Entry Route related careers such as lawyer/linguist, legal See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents What will I study? translation, or diplomatic service. Careers in First & Second Year media, legal research and academia are also In first and second years, your studies possible career paths. in law comprise core modules such as: Relevant graduate study opportunities Constitutional Law ¬ Contract Law ¬ Tort include LLM degrees. Law ¬ EU Law ¬ Property Law ¬ Criminal Law. Your Irish language modules in first and Note second year focus specifically on language This programme has set ambitious standards grammar, accuracy, fluency and writing in the Irish language and it may be possible to skills. These include Forbairt na Gaeilge spend a semester abroad in your third year. Acadúla, Léamh agus Scríobh na Gaeilge. Selection will be subject to consultation with Third & Fourth Year the BCL (Law and Language) Programme In third and fourth year, you may choose Coordinator and the Head of School of Irish, from the full menu of law modules and Celtic Studies and Folklore. thereby pursue your particular areas of interest. Modules include: Commercial Law ¬ Environmental Law ¬ Family & Child Law ¬ Intellectual Property Law ¬ International KEY FACT Human Rights ¬ Jurisprudence ¬ Media Many leading Irish and UK Law firms (including Law. You may select from the clinical law Arthur Cox, Matheson, A&L Goodbody, William Fry, modules, including Advocacy & Mooting. and Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP) host recruitment presentations on campus in UCD. Other courses of interest Practical experience gained in clinical law modules Law with Social Justice 94 may give you a competitive edge when applying for � internships or traineeships. Law with History � 90 Law with Economics �89 Law with Philosophy � 92
Programme Office, UCD Sutherland School of Law [email protected] +353 1 716 4110 www.ucd.ie/myucd/law Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/UCDSchoolofLaw @UCDLawSchool 91 UCD Law “Law and Philosophy are highly complementary subjects. Both teach you to think critically and analytically, through reading the arguments and ideas of an author or judge and then responding with your own arguments. In addition to fostering a similar skill set, there are interesting overlaps in subject matter. You’ll study both the legal side and the philosophical side of property rights, political freedoms, and criminal sanctions. In final year, you’ll also study legal jurisprudence and the philosophy Law with of law. I found it much more interesting and varied to study two subjects, and I would encourage prospective law students to Philosophy choose one of the ‘Law with’ courses.” BCL (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) Geoff Allen Student
CAO Code DN600
Why is this course for me? You’ll attend lectures and tutorials, CAO Points Range 2016 525—615 Legal systems express and reflect the in addition to engaging in study and Length of Course 4 Years prevailing moral, political, social and preparatory work. A sample timetable DN600 Places 120 economic philosophy of the State. can be viewed at www.ucd.ie/myucd/law. Law and philosophy are, therefore, Assessment is through a combination complementary fields of study. An For general entry requirements, of end-of-semester examinations, essays see pages 196-203 understanding of law is fundamentally and group work projects. enhanced by a deeper knowledge of Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements philosophical theory. This course Career & Graduate Study Opportunities ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish, a third language and three other recognised subjects offers you a highly respected degree in law, BCL (Law with Philosophy) students can combined with an enriched appreciation choose to study the modules necessary Other school leaving examinations of its philosophical underpinnings. for legal professional recognition, which See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd enables them to pursue legal careers as Level 5/6 QQI-FET What will I study? solicitors or barristers. None First & Second Year Graduates are also well suited to Mature Entry Route First year focuses on core Irish law modules, careers in: See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents including: –– Legal research (e.g. at the Law Constitutional Law ¬ Contract Law ¬ Tort Law. Reform Commission) –– Politics In addition, you’re introduced to modern, moral and continental philosophy. –– Media In second year, you’ll take modules in: –– Diplomatic service EU Law ¬ Property Law ¬ Criminal Law. –– Academia At the same time, you’ll also take modules Relevant graduate study programmes that engage with the ideas of Hume, Kant, include LLM degrees in: Aristotle and Hegel. International Human Rights ¬ European Law & Public Affairs. Third & Fourth Year With a wide choice of law and philosophy International Study Opportunities modules available, you can pursue particular You can apply to study abroad during third areas of interest. The choice of modules year at one of our partner universities in: includes: Australia ¬ Austria ¬ Belgium ¬ Canada ¬ China ¬ Jurisprudence ¬ Media Law ¬ Human Rights Czech Republic ¬ France ¬ Germany ¬ India ¬ Law ¬ Philosophy of Law ¬ Critical Theory ¬ Italy ¬ New Zealand ¬ Singapore ¬ Spain ¬ Medieval Philosophy. Sweden ¬ Switzerland ¬ The Netherlands ¬ You may also be interested in taking UK ¬ USA. modules offered by our Clinical Legal Education Centre (CLEC), such as Advocacy Other courses of interest & Mooting, and Law, Ethics & Legal Practice. Law �85 KEY FACT Law with Social Justice �94 All final year UCD Law students can apply for US externships in the federal courts and the federal Law with History 90 � defender’s office. Law with Politics �93
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“I was always interested in politics and current affairs, and I liked the idea of studying law. For me, Law with Politics in UCD was the perfect fit as the subjects overlap and intersect so much. For example, when I studied constitutional law, I also took a module on the Irish political system which really helped to contextualise my understanding of the constitution. This is also the case with areas such as human rights and EU law and politics. As part of my degree, I got the chance to study abroad in the US and beyond the purely academic, I spent six weeks of my summer Law with after second year volunteering with UCDVO in Haiti.” Politics Jamie McLoughlin Student BCL (Hons) (NFQ Level 8)
Jamie McLoughlin receiving a Bank of Ireland Medal from the Hon. Ms Justice Aileen Donnelly.
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Why is this course for me? Law students are often very active in Law and politics are inextricably linked by university politics and in the Students’ CAO Points Range 2016 525—615 the legislative process. This course allows Union. As a BCL (Law with Politics) student, Length of Course 4 Years you to obtain a highly respected law degree, you may be interested in developing your DN600 Places 120 whilst also acquiring a deeper understanding practical skills through participation of political theory and the political process. in the legal information clinics of the UCD For general entry requirements, Many UCD law graduates have progressed to Student Legal Service. see pages 196-203 political careers. Others have become high- You’ll attend lectures and tutorials, Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements profile political commentators. in addition to engaging in study and ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish, a third language preparatory work. A sample timetable and three other recognised subjects What will I study? can be viewed at www.ucd.ie/myucd/law. Other school leaving examinations First & Second Year Assessment is through a combination First year focuses on core Irish Law See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd of end-of-semester examinations, essays Level 5/6 QQI-FET modules, including: and group work projects. None Constitutional Law ¬ Contract Law ¬ Tort Law. In addition, you’re introduced to political Mature Entry Route Career & Graduate Study Opportunities See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents theory and Irish and international political BCL (Law with Politics) graduates are well systems. equipped to pursue careers in: In second year, you’ll study: –– Legal practice EU Law ¬ Property Law ¬ Criminal Law. –– Politics You’ll also take modules that engage with –– Broadcasting political theory, comparative politics and –– Journalism international relations. –– Legislative drafting (e.g. in Office of Third & Fourth Year Parliamentary Counsel) With a wide choice of law and politics –– Academia modules, you can choose to pursue your own –– Non-Governmental Organisations areas of interest. These include: –– Public Service Jurisprudence Media Law Human Rights ¬ ¬ Relevant graduate study programmes Law ¬ Contemporary Issues in Law & Politics include: International Human Rights ¬ ¬ Foreign Policy ¬ Political Economy ¬ European Law & Public Affairs ¬ International Middle East Politics. Relations. Clinical Legal Education Centre (CLEC) modules are also available, including International Study Opportunities Advocacy & Mooting, Alternative Dispute Many students apply to spend time Resolution and Law, Ethics & Legal Practice. abroad during their third year at partner universities in: Australia ¬ Austria ¬ Belgium ¬ Canada ¬ China ¬ Other courses of interest Czech Republic ¬ France ¬ Germany ¬ India ¬ Law with Social Justice � 94 Italy ¬ New Zealand ¬ Singapore ¬ Spain ¬ Law with History � 90 Sweden ¬ Switzerland ¬ The Netherlands ¬ Law with Economics �89 UK ¬ USA. Law with Philosophy � 92
Programme Office, UCD Sutherland School of Law [email protected] +353 1 716 4110 www.ucd.ie/myucd/law Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/UCDSchoolofLaw @UCDLawSchool 93 UCD Law “Combining the two disciplines of Law and Social Justice has allowed me to understand the impact that our legal system, and the legal systems around the globe, have on the most critical social quagmires of our time. This has allowed me engage with issues such as feminism, global inequality, racism and environmental sustainability, while simultaneously studying for a Bachelor of Law degree. I’m also proud to be an Ad Astra Performing Arts Scholar, which means that I was able to Law with combine my love of theatre with studying for the BCL. Additionally, the club and society Social Justice facilities in UCD are beyond compare, helping to create an incredibly fun and exciting BCL (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) atmosphere on campus. Ause Abdelhaq Student
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Why is this course for me? Clinical Legal Education Centre (CLEC) CAO Points Range 2016 525—615 The BCL with Social Justice programme, modules are also available, including Length of Course 4 Years the first of its kind in Ireland, combines Advocacy & Mooting, Alternative Dispute DN600 Places 120 the study of Law with the study of social Resolution and Law, Ethics & Legal Practice. exclusion, its causes and remedies. It will Throughout the four years of the degree, appeal to students who are interested For general entry requirements, you’ll participate in a specially designed see pages 196-203 in issues of equality, diversity and Law and Social Justice Seminar. You may disadvantage, and who want to look in-depth Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements get involved in UCD’s Student Legal Service, at the social context in which law operates. ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish, a third language which offers legal information clinics to and three other recognised subjects On completion, you’ll be uniquely equipped students. to offer a critical perspective on issues Other school leaving examinations such as the adequacy of our criminal justice You’ll attend lectures and tutorials, See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd system, the legal treatment of women and in addition to engaging in study and Level 5/6 QQI-FET minority groups, and the underlying causes preparatory work. A sample timetable can be None of social and economic injustice. viewed at www.ucd.ie/myucd/law. Mature Entry Route Assessment is through a combination of See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents What will I study? end-of-semester examinations, essays and First & Second Year group work projects. First year focuses on core Irish law modules, including: Career & Graduate Study Opportunities This degree will provide an ideal platform Constitutional Law ¬ Contract Law ¬ Tort Law. for careers in: It combines this focus with an introduction National and international Non- to normative theory on human rights, Governmental Organisations as legal inequality and global justice. advisors or researchers ¬ Public policy. In second year, you’ll study: Relevant graduate study programmes EU Law ¬ Property Law ¬ Criminal Law. include: At the same time, you’ll also take modules International Human Rights ¬ Criminology ¬ to develop your understanding of gender Equality Studies. theory and social justice movements. International Study Opportunities Third & Fourth Year Many students apply to spend time With a wide choice of law and social justice abroad during their third year at partner modules, you can tailor your studies by universities in: choosing modules that reflect your areas Australia ¬ Austria ¬ Belgium ¬ Canada ¬ China ¬ of interest. Modules include: Czech Republic ¬ France ¬ Germany ¬ India ¬ Criminological Theory ¬ Environmental Law ¬ Italy ¬ New Zealand ¬ Singapore ¬ Spain ¬ Public International Law ¬ Employment Law ¬ Sweden ¬ Switzerland ¬ The Netherlands ¬ Matrimonial Law ¬ Family & Child Law ¬ Other courses of interest UK ¬ USA. Childhood Inequalities. Law �85 Law with History �90 Law with Politics �93 Law with Philosophy �92
www.ucd.ie/myucd/law Programme Office, UCD Sutherland School of Law [email protected] +353 1 716 4110 Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/UCDSchoolofLaw @UCDLawSchool 94 UCD Law “I chose to study Business and Law at UCD as it allows students experience different aspects of both business and law through various engaging modules, designed in a unique way to match one’s own personal interests. While completing my degree, I was also a member of the Leinster rugby academy. UCD were extremely supportive of this. Both module coordinators and lecturers were very understanding and accommodating in situations where my demanding training schedule conflicted with lecture times. The BBL programme provided me with the opportunity to pursue a career in professional rugby, while also pursuing a Business & Law very worthwhile degree. BBL (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) Rory O’Loughlin Student Rory O’Loughlin scores a try for Leinster in the Aviva Stadium (Image courtesy of Sportsfile).
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Why is this course for me? You’ll attend lectures and tutorials, The BBL degree combines law and business in addition to engaging in study and CAO Points Range 2016 520—615 into a single degree, providing you with an preparatory work. A sample timetable Length of Course 4 Years ideal skill-set for the commercial world can be viewed at www.ucd.ie/myucd/law. DN600 Places 120 and offering valuable career flexibility. Assessment is through a combination of BBL graduates are uniquely equipped with end-of-semester examinations, essays For general entry requirements, the analytical and advocacy skills that and group work projects. see pages 196-203 arise from a legal training, combined with Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements the numeracy and financial literacy of a Career & Graduate Study Opportunities ¬ O3/H6 in Mathematics business degree. BBL students can select the modules ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish, a third language, necessary for legal professional recognition, and two other recognised subjects What will I study? which will allow them to go on to qualify First, Second & Third Year as a solicitor or barrister, and work in legal Other school leaving examinations See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd During your first three years, you’ll study practices in Ireland or abroad. Graduates both business and law modules in equal can also pursue careers in: Level 5/6 QQI-FET measure and you’ll learn how these two –– Accountancy None disciplines interrelate. In addition to –– Finance Mature Entry Route studying core Law degree subjects, –– Tax consultancy See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents such as Contract Law, Tort Law and EU Law, you may choose from a large variety of other –– Corporate banking law modules including: –– Business analysis Revenue Law ¬ Commercial Law ¬ Intellectual BBL graduates also have the option of Property Law ¬ Employment Law. pursuing postgraduate qualifications in either Law or Business. The range of business modules includes: Accountancy ¬ Management ¬ Finance ¬ International Study Opportunities Economics ¬ Marketing. BBL students can apply to spend a semester Fourth Year of third year on exchange in overseas According to your preference and career universities including: plans, you can choose to specialise in Law Sydney ¬ Brisbane ¬ Innsbruck ¬ Louvain- or Business. la-Neuve ¬ Rouen ¬ Munich ¬ Milan ¬ Madrid ¬ BBL students may choose clinical legal Pamplona ¬ Tulsa. education modules offered at the Clinical Legal Education Centre (CLEC), including Competition Law in Practice, Alternative Dispute Resolution and Advocacy & Mooting. KEY FACT You will study your business modules at the only Note: The intensive nature of the BBL degree Irish business school accredited by both AACSB means that you will not have time to take (the principal American accreditation) and EQUIS external modules offered as part of UCD (the leading European accreditation). Other courses of interest Horizons. Law �85 Law with Economics �89 Commerce �98
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As in the business world, the UCD Lochlann Quinn School of Business is constantly adapting and evolving so that our graduates are best placed to become tomorrow’s leaders. A perfect blend of practical and research based learning has equipped our graduates with the skills and knowledge needed in the modern business world. We are the leading Irish business school, with the most prestigious international accreditations, unmatched by any other third level institution. We are leaders in business education, for future business leaders.
96 Business
Commerce 98 Commerce International 100 Economics & Finance 101 Diploma/Bachelor of Business Studies 102 Business & Law 95 Actuarial & Financial Studies 135
Why UCD Business? Your First Year Experience Accreditation: Ireland’s most globally Our degrees have been developed in recognised business school. We are the consultation with industry leaders and only Irish business school accredited they reflect the changing business world. by both AACSB (the principal American During your first year, you will learn about accreditation) and EQUIS (the leading the foundations of business, and will be European accreditation). We are also challenged to think critically about its role a member of CEMS (an international in society. alliance of leading business schools). You will develop not only your This means that our degrees are understanding of business theory and internationally recognised and come practices, but also the skills needed for with a mark of quality, which can give you a successful career. Employers seek advantages when looking for employment graduates whose attributes include opportunities. communication, management, leadership and team-work skills, and graduates International Opportunities: Our who are problem solvers, independent programmes offer you the opportunity to thinkers and ethically minded. Our courses study abroad and experience the culture use business simulations, case studies, of countries such as France, Germany, presentations, web and blog development, China, Singapore, New Zealand, Canada and video projects to develop graduates and Australia. with these attributes. Internship Programme: Within the Your first year experience can involve a lot Commerce and Economics and Finance more than study – you can also participate Programme, you can apply for a in extracurricular activities such as clubs professional internship. This offers a and societies or volunteer in community first-class business experience with top projects. This is actively encouraged as it international or Irish companies. Our is seen as an important part of developing students have completed internships in your skills, with the ultimate goal to help companies such as Google, Paddy Power, you build a successful business career. LinkedIn, Skype, Kerry Group and Bank of You will be taught by Ireland’s leading Ireland. business academics, and supported and Careers: Our curriculum is based upon guided through your studies by Peer research guided business education. You Mentors, Student Advisers and a dedicated Business Programme team. will learn the perfect balance of academic competency and practical business skills. Our links with top-tier business employers and our graduate employment or further study rate (98%) is a testament to the graduate outputs of our students.
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97 UCD Business “Over the past 2 years building my own company, I’ve really come to appreciate all the practical experience I was exposed to at the UCD Lochlann Quinn School of Business. With the presentation skills I learnt during my time in University, I’ve had the confidence to go out and pitch to investors and successfully secure funding. The co-working environment of the Quinn School makes it easy to work in teams and it simulates exactly what the real world of business is all about!” Bachelor of Richard Whelan BComm. CEO and Commerce Co- Founder, POPDEEM
BComm (Hons) (NFQ Level 8)
CAO Code DN650 Why is this course for me? Second Year The BComm is a globally recognised Financial & Managerial Accounting ¬ Marketing ¬ CAO Points Range 2016 500—605 business degree, designed for ambitious Human Resources & Industrial Relations ¬ Length of Course 4 Years and achievement orientated students who Management ¬ Finance ¬ Business Analytics. DN650 Places 210 want to make a significant impact in the Final Year business world. Combining strong theoretical Alongside core business subjects, you can For general entry requirements, understanding with the practical skills pursue business concentrations from: see pages 196-203 needed for graduate employment, students Accounting ¬ Business Analytics ¬ Business are assured of a challenging and relevant Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements Economics & Strategy ¬ Corporate Finance programme for the modern business world. ¬ O3/H6 in Mathematics ¬ Digital Innovation ¬ Economics & Public Policy Financial Economics International ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish, a third language, You’ll learn to become an independent and ¬ ¬ Business ¬ International Finance & Economics and two other recognised subjects critical thinker and a cogent and compelling ¬ Management & Organisational Behaviour communicator; able to work seamlessly Other school leaving examinations ¬ Managing People in Global Organisations ¬ in groups; to develop the technical and See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd Managing Services Operations ¬ Marketing. mathematical skills to analyse and make Level 5/6 QQI-FET sense of business data and intelligence. Career & Graduate Study Opportunities See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html BComm graduates find employment in private, You’ll learn about the recent themes and public and non-profit sectors or set up their Level 6/7 Progression Routes trends transforming the business landscape, own business. Possible career paths include: See www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac such as globalisation, technological change, and environmental sustainability. –– Accountancy (e.g. professional training Mature Entry Route in industry, management accountants, See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents What will I study? auditors) In your first and second year, you will study a –– Banking and finance (e.g. investment wide range of business disciplines. This will give banker, stockbroker, venture capitalist) you a solid understanding of the foundations –– Human Resources Management (e.g. HR of business. You will explore subjects through manager, ergonomist, training consultancy) numerous different assessments and –– Information Systems (e.g. data analyst, project methods, including: case studies, ICT project leader, business analysts) presentations, business simulations. –– Management (e.g. management consultant, In your final year, you will be presented entrepreneur, supply chain manager) with the option of pursuing from business –– Marketing (e.g. advertising, brand concentrations. There are 13 different management, social media manager) business subject options which will help International Study Opportunities students to explore a business area in more In second year, you have the opportunity depth. With a wide range of electives, the to study abroad for a semester in one of BComm gives you the flexibility to develop our partner universities in Europe, Canada, your own personal niche of expertise with a Singapore, New Zealand and Australia. degree with a strong industry standing. Internship programme First Year Other courses of interest Our one-year Internship Programme places Accounting ¬ Economics ¬ Organisational Commerce International p100 students (who have come through the Behaviour ¬ Management Theory ¬ Maths & Economics & Finance p101 internship application process successfully) Statistics ¬ Information & Communications Business & Law p95 with leading national or international Technology ¬ Real-life Business Simulations. companies. The students then can put classroom theory into real-life practice.
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PERSONAL BUSINESS INNOVATION DEVELOPMENT IN SOCIETY & ENTERPRISE
Years 1 & 2 Engage with the principles of Business
Accountancy Mathematics Marketing Management
International Study Finance HR Economics Opportunity
1 Year Optional Internship Opportunity
Year 3 or 4 Refine your knowledge
Economics & Financial Accounting Business Analytics Business Economics Digital Innovation & Strategy Corporate Finance Public Policy Economics
International Finance Management & Managing People in Managing Services International Business Marketing & Economics Organisational Behaviour Global Organisations Operations
Bachelor of Commerce (Honours)
UCD graduate Careers in Business studies in Business
Continue your study Management Financial Services/ with a Master’s at UCD Financial Institutions Michael Smurfit Graduate Management Consulting Investment Banking/ Business School in areas Managing Multinational Operations Corporate Finance/Trading such as Accounting, Human Managing Outsourcing Resource Management, Accountancy IT – Business Analyst/Business Management Consulting, Investment Management Marketing and more. Analysis/Systems Design Taxation/Tax Consultant Graduate Development Programmes Insurance Managing Technology Development, e-Business Marketing
Public Sector Marketing/Brand Management PR/Advertising/Event Management International Development/ Not-For-Profit Business Development/Sales Non-Governmental Media/Publishing/Communications Organisations (NGOs) EU Institutions Human Resources Public Service/ Teaching Change Management
Training & Development
Continue to develop your business career with UCD: MBA, Executive Education, PhD
99 UCD Business “BComm International has been a wonderful course, offering me both the academic excellence of the Quinn School and the diversity of studying a language. I have also had the opportunity to partake in various activities, such as representing the Quinn School in a case study competition in Washington DC. My Erasmus year in Madrid was an amazing experience. I improved my language skills immensely and also Bachelor of developed as a person, learning how to cope in a different cultural environment. I think the combination of business, language and Commerce the academic year abroad that this course offers, is something employers really value International in an era of globalisation.” Victoria O’Gorman BCIT. Corporate Finance BComm (Hons)(International) at Deloitte (NFQ Level 8)
CAO Code DN660 Why is this course for me? & Communications Technology ¬ Language & CAO Points Range 2016 510—615 The BComm International (BCIT) combines Culture/Literature modules. Length of Course 4 Years a flexible business education from Ireland’s Third and Fourth Years leading business school with the linguistic DN660 Places 95 When studying abroad in third year, you’ll skills and a cultural understanding to have two options: succeed in the exciting world of international The Modern Languages Route: You’ll attend For general entry requirements, business. see pages 196-203 one of our partner international universities Students of the BCIT course are well- or business schools, where you’ll continue Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements grounded in the theory and practice of your studies in the host language (except ¬ O3/H6 in Mathematics business management and equipped to for Chinese, where you’ll study the Chinese ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish, a third language, understand and comment critically on language, along with business modules and two other recognised subjects business issues. This, coupled with the study through English). In fourth year, you Other school leaving examinations of a chosen language and culture, gives continue studying business and your chosen See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd graduates a unique competitive advantage language subjects at UCD. in understanding the global business world. Level 5/6 QQI-FET The Global Business Route: You’ll study None You’ll spend your third year abroad in one of through English at one of our international our partner institutions. As Ireland’s number partner universities or business schools Mature Entry Route one business school, our international before returning to UCD in fourth year, See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents reputation means our partner universities are where you’ll focus on studying business Special Entry Recommendations for French highly regarded destinations for your study. and intercultural skills, with no language. Language Combination What will I study? In final year, you can specialise in a Students will need a minimum of grade H4 in In your first semester, you’ll study two particular business discipline (such as LC French (or equivalent) to take any French Accountancy, Management, Marketing, languages, choosing from Chinese, French, language combinations. Banking and Finance, MIS or HRM) or study a German, Italian or Spanish. With the mix of business subjects. exception of French (H4 requirement), you have the option to study these languages Students attend lectures, tutorials and from beginner level. seminars, and undertake group and individual presentations, project work Towards the end of this semester, you’ll and independent study. Projects include select one language to pursue to degree case studies, business simulations, level (as a minor). (Please see table on page presentations and web development. 207). During the first two years, you’ll also receive a firm foundation in core business Career & Graduate Study Opportunities disciplines and language modules. Examples BComm International graduates find include: employment in the private, public and not-for-profit or NGO sectors, or set up First Year their own companies. Many different career Accounting ¬ Economics ¬ Maths & Statistics paths are available, and students who can ¬ Organisational Behaviour ¬ Business in combine an international language with a Society ¬ Language & Culture/Literature business qualification are highly employable Other courses of interest modules. graduates for multinational companies. Economics & Finance p101 Second Year Actuarial & Financial Studies p135 Managerial Accounting ¬ Marketing ¬ Bachelor of Commerce p98 Human Resources & Industrial Relations ¬ Management Theory ¬ Finance ¬ Information
www.ucd.ie/myucd/bus Adam Baker [email protected] UCD Lochlann Quinn School of Business +353 1 716 4833 Room Q261, Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/UCDQuinnSchool 100 UCD Business “The programme was hugely beneficial in bridging the gap between academic under- standing and the work I’ll be doing in the future. Overall, it has pushed me to become more experienced, more focused, more skilled and generally more employable. Without a doubt, the ten months I spent with the Skype finance team was one of the most beneficial periods of learning and development I have undergone, one which I would highly recommend to anybody interested in expanding their knowledge, their network Economics or their experience.” Brian Liston BSc Economics and Finance. & Finance Co- Founder at Seed CX BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8)
CAO Code DN670 Why is this course for me? The emphasis will be on problems and applications relevant to the financial industry If you have a strong interest or ability CAO Points Range 2016 580—625 in economics, maths and statistics, and corporate financial management. If you this degree provides everything you choose one of the other streams (Economics, Length of Course 3 Years (4 Years with optional internship) need for a future career in the areas of Maths & Stats), the emphasis will be instead financial economics, banking and finance. on different aspects of economic analysis and DN670 Places 60 Recognised as one of the premier degrees in quantitative methods needed to support (as a Ireland and internationally in these areas, it consultant or an analyst) and undertake (as a For general entry requirements, equips students with outstanding expertise manager or a policy-maker) decision-making see pages 196-203 in quantitative methods, analytical skills in a corporate or policy-making setting. Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements and a rigorous preparation in economics Subjects: Taxation ¬ Probability Theory ¬ ¬ H4 in Mathematics and finance. The competence in quantitative Economics, Macro 1 & Micro 1 ¬ Financial ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish, a third language, and two other recognised subjects methods and analytical skills that the Institution Management ¬ Optimisation programme develops are precious on in Finance ¬ Irish Economy ¬ Advanced Other school leaving examinations their own in many careers and provide Corporate Finance ¬ Analysis ¬ Financial See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd the essential background for learning Mathematics. Economics & Finance. Level 5/6 QQI-FET None Career & Graduate Study Opportunities What will I study? This highly regarded degree offers you Mature Entry Route First Year - Develop Your Knowledge exceptionally good prospects in banking and See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents Initially, especially in first and part of second financial services. Other possible areas for year, you will develop your knowledge and future employment or study are: understanding of core principles, concepts, Analytics or risk analysis Stock brokering methods and theories relevant to the study ¬ ¬ Fund management Investment banking of economics and finance. The emphasis ¬ ¬ Insurance Corporate finance Economics. initially will be on quantitative methods ¬ ¬ (Maths and Stats) and Economics, as well as International Study Opportunities some Accounting, to build solid foundations We encourage you to pursue an international on which, later on, to build competences study experience with our elite exchange in business and, more generally, applied partners across the globe. subjects, with special emphasis on Finance.
Subjects: Economics, Micro & Macro ¬ Internship Programme Statistics, Statistical Modelling & Statistical Our one-year paid Internship Programme Probability ¬ Financial Accounting ¬ places successful applicants with leading Introduction to Analysis ¬ Principles of national or international companies. Finance ¬ Linear Algebra ¬ Advanced Calculus. Year 2 & Final Year - Apply This Knowledge You’ll then learn to apply this knowledge to practical and important problems faced by businesses and policy makers in a broad range Other courses of interest of settings. Actuarial & Financial Studies p135 Mathematics p127 Economics p67
Adam Baker [email protected] www.ucd.ie/myucd/bus UCD Lochlann Quinn School of Business +353 1 716 4833 Room Q261, Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/UCDQuinnSchool 101 UCD Business “My concern before I began the BBS was would I be able for it? The BBS has improved my CV. There were students from a wide variety of sectors and industries, each with valuable and relevant experience, resulting in great interaction and debate during many of our modules. The support from programme managers (and the CDL team) throughout the four years made life easier – it is a challenge to Diploma/ complete part time study while working, so anything that makes life a little easier is Bachelor of very welcome.” Business Studies Sid McDonnell BBS Graduate 2015
(NFQ Level 7/NFQ Level 8)
CAO Code NON-CAO Why is this course for me? In the Degree stage, you’ll be introduced Why not combine work, study and family to the functions of strategic management. Length of Course commitments through a more flexible You’ll explore key aspects of modern 2 Years (DBS) + 2 Years (BBS) approach to your learning? Our business business organisation, including: Entry Requirements diploma and degree programmes involve Business Strategy ¬ Change Management ¬ Eligibility for the programme is considered a blend of home study, occasional HRM ¬ Project Management ¬ on the basis of mature years (a minimum campus attendance, underpinned by an age of 23 years on 1 January of the year Entrepreneurship ¬ Accounting Information of entry) or on the basis of matriculation infrastructure of student supports. for Managers ¬ Financial Management ¬ (a minimum age of 21 years on 1 January The course is delivered through both International Business. of the year of entry with students having part-time weekend attendance on campus You’ll also have the opportunity to fulfilled the Matriculation requirements of the National University of Ireland). and home study. Attendance on campus undertake a major project in a self-selected Exemptions from the Diploma in Business is scheduled in two-day blocks (Fridays management area of business practice. Studies may be granted in the case of and Saturdays) over six weekends in each holders of a HETAC Higher Certificate, academic year. Career & Graduate Study Opportunities or Ordinary Degree in Business Studies Our students come from a wide variety of After the first two years, successful (with Merit or Distinction) or an equivalent backgrounds. Many join the course with a qualification. participants will be awarded a Diploma in view to improving their prospects for career Business Studies (NFQ Level 7) and, after Fees advancement or career change. The “Free Fees Initiative” does not apply a further two years, a Bachelor of Business to this course. Please see www.ucd.ie/fees Studies Hons (NFQ Level 8). Student Support for information. We recognise the needs of our mature What will I study? students who are returning to learning, You’ll develop a solid, conceptual so a learning support officer is assigned understanding of business and organisational to you during your studies. The Learning management, along with the knowledge Support Officer is your first point of contact application, communication and leadership and they can advise you on any academic skills necessary in a modern business or administrative queries you may have. environment. In the first two years, you’ll be introduced to the fundamentals of management. You’ll gain a thorough understanding of the main business disciplines and the principles of management in an Irish and global context. This stage of the course introduces you to the key business functions, including:
Management ¬ Organisational Behaviour ¬ People Management ¬ Accounting ¬ Business Law ¬ Economics ¬ ICT ¬ Marketing. We also have two academic skills modules, designed specifically to help you in returning to education.
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BSc (Hons) DN200 Computer Science BSc (Hons) DN201
Actuarial & Financial Studies BAFS (Hons) DN230
Biological, Biomedical Mathematical, Physical & Biomolecular Sciences & Geological Sciences
Biochemistry & Applied & Computational Molecular Biology 107 Mathematics 123 Cell & Molecular Biology 108 Financial Mathematics 124 Environmental Biology 109 Physics 125 Genetics 110 Mathematics 127 Microbiology 111 Statistics 129 Neuroscience 112 Physics with Astronomy & Space Science 130 Pharmacology 113 Theoretical Physics 131 Physiology 114 Geology 132 Plant Biology 115 Applied Mathematics, Zoology 116 Mathematics & Education 133 Biology, Mathematics Physics, Mathematics & Education 117 & Education 134
Chemistry & Chemical Sciences Direct Entry Courses
Chemistry 118 Actuarial & Financial Studies 135 Chemistry with Computer Science 136 Biophysical Chemistry 119 Computer Science with Chemistry with Environmental Data Science 137 & Sustainable Chemistry 120 Medicinal Chemistry & Chemical Biology 121 Chemistry, Mathematics & Education 122
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103 UCD Science
Why UCD Science?
If you have a fascination with natural phenomena and find yourself constantly asking “why?” and “how?”, then you’re well on your way to being a scientist. With an exciting and diverse range of subjects, Science at UCD unfolds a universe of career opportunities for students who have an enquiring mind, an ability to solve problems and a desire to explore new worlds.
THE LARGEST SCIENCE UCD offers the broadest and most diverse Many graduates continue their studies to COMMUNITY IN IRELAND Science programme in Ireland, with degree Master’s or Doctoral Degree level. Leading courses in biological, biomedical, chemical, UCD institutes and research centres 2,000 geological, mathematical, physical and include the UCD Conway Institute, UCD Undergraduates computer sciences, all delivered by lecturers Earth Institute and UCD Institute for at the forefront of teaching and research. Discovery. UCD is also home to NovaUCD, 1,500 By fourth year, you will conduct your own the Innovation and Technology Transfer Masters & PhD Students research and communicate your discoveries Centre. Notable successes include the 1,000 under the guidance of some of Ireland’s top establishment of a range of spin-off Researchers scientists. companies, including ChangingWorlds and Lightwave Technologies. Career & Graduate Study Opportunities There is a wide range of career opportunities Your First Year Experience available to Science graduates. UCD Science We offer a flexible and innovative graduates are skilled at analysing data, undergraduate Science curriculum through writing reports and solving problems, and the UCD Horizons programme. In addition are trained to use their own initiative – all to studying the subjects required for your qualities that companies are looking for in degree, you also have the option to study employees. These skills can be transferred outside your course by taking elective to businesses ranging from biotechnology, modules. We offer comprehensive advisory conservation and wildlife to IT, finance sessions at the start of the year with science and forensics. lecturers and other staff to help you choose the right modules. A key feature of UCD Science is our Peer Mentoring programme, which sees all first year Science students linked to a second or third year Science student. Your Peer Mentor will help you to get to know the ropes, answer all your questions and offer great advice and support as you adapt to college life. Academic advice is also available from experienced tutors when you drop in to the Maths and Computer Science Support Centres.
www.ucd.ie/science Dr Orla Donoghue [email protected] College of Science Belfield, Dublin 4 +353 1 716 2311 twitter.com/ucdscience 104 UCD Science
Tours of the UCD O’Brien Centre for Science can be arranged for individuals or groups by contacting [email protected].
DN200 Science The UCD Science DN200 course offers 26 –– If you know the stream you’re interested The first year of the DN200 Science subjects categorised into the following in studying, you can select it on your programme is designed to enable you to options: CAO form and you can focus on that area of study from first year. For example, sample a number of subjects in your chosen –– Biological, Biomedical & Biomolecular if you’re interested in Theoretical area. There are core subjects required for all Sciences degrees, e.g. Mathematics, but you do not Physics, you can focus your studies –– Chemistry & Chemical Sciences on Physics, Mathematics and Applied have to study all the Science subjects in first –– Mathematical, Physical and Geological & Computational Mathematics and year. You could, for example, concentrate on Sciences you don’t need to study any Biology or one area, such as Physics, but you can also –– No Preference Chemistry. try subjects from anywhere within Science, –– All DN200 Science students are including subjects you may not have studied Key points to note about the DN200 Science guaranteed a degree from within a include: before, such as Geology. Students also have stream of their choice. In general, 98% the option to become Science and Maths –– DN200 is not a “General Science” degree. of students study their first choice of teachers at post-primary level. It is an Honours degree course where degree subject in Years 3 and 4; the The choices you make in first year will have students specialise in one of 26 subjects remainder study their second choice. for their final degree. a bearing on your final degree subject(s). The DN201 Computer Science course is –– This course is ideal if you’re undecided In first year, students have a mixture of mainly a software engineering degree and about which area of Science interests lectures and practical classes every day. is suitable for students with or without you most. Selecting ‘No Preference’ Typically, lectures take place in the mornings previous programming experience. The on your CAO form ensures flexibility to and most practicals take place in the explore the range of science subjects. Bachelor of Actuarial & Financial Studies afternoons. In addition to the modules you (BAFS) DN230 offers the maximum must study within your Science degree, you –– The No Preference option is also exemptions from the Core Technical and take two modules called electives. You may ideal if you’re interested in subjects Core Application exams and is designed for across more than one stream, e.g. choose these from anywhere across the students interested in becoming actuaries. University, including Science. Chemistry and Chemical Sciences and Mathematical, Physical and Geological Towards the end of first year, students Sciences. choose a number of subjects to study in second year. Students will major in one of these subjects and will continue to study KEY FACT that subject in third and fourth year. The DN200 Science course is very flexible and enables you to make an informed decision about which subject to major in.
105 Studying UCD Science DN200
Years 1 & 2 Engage with the principles
Biological, Biomedical & Chemistry & Mathematical, Physical Explore all options Biomolecular Sciences Chemical Sciences & Geological Sciences
In first and second year, you can select modules from all the subjects below to explore a range of subjects or focus on your preferred subject area.
Pathway models for each subject including Actuarial & Financial Studies, Computer Science and Computer Science with Data Science are at www.ucd.ie/t4cms/ucdscience.pdf.
Years 3 & 4 Follow your pathway
Biological, Biomedical Chemistry & Chemical Mathematical, Physical & Biomolecular Sciences Sciences & Geological Sciences
Biochemistry & Cell & Molecular Chemistry Applied & Financial Mathematics Molecular Biology Biology Computational Chemistry with Mathematics Mathematics Environmental Biology Genetics Biophysical Chemistry Statistics Microbiology Neuroscience Chemistry with Physics Environmental & Physics with Astronomy Pharmacology Physiology Sustainable Chemistry Theoretical Physics & Space Science
Plant Biology Zoology Geology Medicinal Chemistry AppliedMathematics, & Chemical Biology Mathematics Biology, Mathematics & Education* Physics, Mathematics & Education* & Education* Chemistry,Mathematics & Education*
BSc (Honours)
Shape your career with UCD Science Conversion/Complementary Courses Taught & Research Master’s of Science (MSc) Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology *MSc Mathematics & Science & Hospitals Education (Teaching) Environmental Consultancies Professional Masters Conservation & Wildlife in Education (Teaching)
Doctor of Water Utility, Mining & Energy Graduate Veterinary Medicine Philosophy (PhD) Science Business & Finance Graduate Medicine Publishing, Media & Journalism Master of Business Administration Agriculture, Forestry & Fishing Master of Business Studies Clinical Trials & Medical Devices Graduate Diploma and State Agencies - MSc in Actuarial Science Research & Bord Iascaigh Mhara, Irish Medicines Board, MSc Computer Science (Conversion) Academia Forensic Science Laboratory, Met Éireann etc.
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*This BSc degree progresses to the MSc in Mathematics and Science Education as outlined in the Conversion/Complementary Courses section. 106 UCD Biological, Biomedical & Biomolecular Sciences “The No Preference DN200 Science option suited me perfectly as it allowed me to make the right decision about where my interests really lay between Chemistry and Biology after school. I studied statistics, cell signalling, organic chemistry and even some modules in French. I finally chose to study Biochemistry as it combines elements of subjects I love, such as genetics and cell biology, with lab skills and research possibilities. I completed an internship at the Pasteur Institute, Paris, in Biochemistry the area of Microbiology during my third year summer. When I graduate, I hope to complete & Molecular a Masters in Science Communication. UCD is a place full of opportunities for all students Biology and in my three years I’ve played on the lacrosse team, become a peer mentor and the BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) treasurer of the Science Society.”
Orla Sherwood Student Blood cell preparation in the UCD Conway Institute.
CAO Code DN200
Why is this course for me? All Science courses are full time, with many In this degree, you’ll explore life at the student timetables running from 9.00am CAO Points Range 2016 510—625 molecular level. This will enable you to pursue to 5.00pm or later. Depending on the subject Length of Course 4 Years a career in biomedical and biomolecular choices, a weekly timetable can include DN200 Places 400 science. The combination of Biochemistry lectures, practicals and tutorials. and Molecular Biology into one degree Assessment varies with each module but For general entry requirements, see pages 196-203 programme unites the molecular approach may comprise continuous assessment of Chemistry with the breadth and diversity of practicals, written exams and online Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements of Biology. Both use varied and powerful learning activities. ¬ O3/H6 in Mathematics experimental techniques to examine living ¬ O3/H6 in a laboratory science (Applied organisms, their component parts and Career & Graduate Study Opportunities Mathematics or Geography may be used instead of a laboratory science subject) and molecules that play a role in the function Graduates in Biochemistry & Molecular ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish and two other of the cell. Biochemistry and Molecular Biology can find employment in: recognised subjects Biology occupy a central position in modern –– Pharmaceutical companies biological and biomedical research. Other school leaving examinations –– Biotechnology companies See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd What will I study? –– Forensic science laboratories Level 5/6 QQI-FET This is a sample pathway for a degree in –– Hospital and clinical laboratories See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html Biochemistry & Molecular Biology. Topics Graduates are eligible to apply for a range Level 6/7 Progression Routes include structural biology, molecular biology, of MSc programmes in Ireland and abroad, Yes, see www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac metabolism and disease, cell signalling in areas such as biotechnology, imaging and communications, cell biology and Mature Entry Route and microscopy and molecular medicine. See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents biochemistry. Graduates can also pursue a PhD in First Year universities in Ireland and abroad in areas Biology ¬ Chemistry ¬ Mathematics ¬ Optional such as medical research, drug development Science modules ¬ Elective modules and biomedical science. Second Year International Study Opportunities Biochemistry & Molecular Biology ¬ + 2 other Students in their third year have spent Science subjects ¬ Elective modules time in: Third Year –– Ruprechts-Karls-Universität, Germany Biochemistry & Molecular Biology ¬ Elective –– University of Edinburgh, UK modules –– University of California, San Diego, USA Fourth Year –– University of Chicago, USA Biochemistry & Molecular Biology (includes a research project in diverse areas, such as Students in their fourth year have spent protein engineering, neurochemistry, cancer time in the University of Copenhagen, studies, the regulation of gene expression, Denmark. molecular immunology and endocrinology). Other courses of interest Cell & Molecular Biology p108 Neuroscience p112 Pharmacology p113 Physiology p114
Dr Jana Haase [email protected] www.ucd.ie/myucd/ UCD School of Biomolecular & Biomedical Sciences +353 1 716 6754 bioandmolbio Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/UCDScience 107 UCD Biological, Biomedical & Biomolecular Sciences “This course is unique in terms of drawing on modules and content from Zoology, Plant Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology and genetics. The capstone of the degree is a five-month project where we carry out a research project to gain hands-on, true-life experience of research. For me, the incredibly positive experience I gained during my research project encouraged me to continue in research as a PhD student at UCD. I hope to continue my career in Cell & research by moving into postdoctoral positions, ideally including at least one overseas. UCD really Molecular stood out from other universities because of its excellent international reputation and I was Biology confident I would receive a top quality education and learn from excellent scientists and active BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) researchers.” Niamh Morgan Graduate Niamh Morgan studying mammalian cells under a fluorescence wide field microscope.
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Why is this course for me? All Science courses are full time, with many CAO Points Range 2016 510—625 Cell & Molecular Biology is the study of student timetables running from 9.00am Length of Course 4 Years cells and the molecules that combine to to 5.00pm or later. Depending on the subject DN200 Places 400 form them. This includes their physiological choices, a weekly timetable can include properties such as their structure, lectures, practicals and tutorials. For general entry requirements, their interaction with the extra-cellular see pages 196-203 Assessment varies with each module but environment and other cells, their life cycle, may comprise continuous assessment Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements division and function, and eventual death. of practicals, written exams and online ¬ O3/H6 in Mathematics This is done both on a microscopic and ¬ O3/H6 in a laboratory science (Applied learning activities. Mathematics or Geography may be used molecular level. instead of a laboratory science subject) and Cell biology researches both single-celled Career & Graduate Study Opportunities ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish and two other organisms such as bacteria, and specialised Graduates in Cell & Molecular Biology can recognised subjects cells in organisms, such as humans find employment in: Other school leaving examinations and plants. Microscopy and molecular –– Pharmaceutical and biotechnology See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd approaches are used to understand how industries Level 5/6 QQI-FET organisms develop, how they respond to their –– Biomedical research environment and how the diseased state See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html –– Hospital and university laboratories differs from the healthy state. Knowledge Level 6/7 Progression Routes –– Forensic science laboratories of cell biology is vital to our understanding of Yes, see www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac disease and infection and in developing new –– Genetic counselling Mature Entry Route methods to combat these. Graduates can pursue MSc programmes See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents in Biotechnology, Biotechnology with What will I study? Business, Biotherapeutics, or apply for PhD This is a sample pathway for a degree in programmes in cell signalling, membrane Cell & Molecular Biology. Topics include biology or genetics, in Ireland and abroad. regulation of gene expression, molecular basis of disease, animal development, plant International Study Opportunities and animal genetics, and research methods Students in this degree stream have the in cell biology. option of participating in a three-month summer internship at the National Science First Year and Technology Development Agency, Biology ¬ Chemistry ¬ Mathematics ¬ Optional Bangkok, Thailand. Students in the third year Science modules ¬ Elective modules have spent time studying at the National Second Year University of Singapore. Cell & Molecular Biology ¬ + 2 other Science subjects ¬ Elective modules Third Year Cell & Molecular Biology ¬ Elective modules Other courses of interest Fourth Year Biochemistry & Molecular Biology p107 Cell & Molecular Biology (includes a research Neuroscience p112 project) Agricultural Science p182 Medicine p139
www.ucd.ie/myucd/ Professor Jeremy Simpson [email protected] cellandmolecularbiology UCD School of Biology & Environmental Science +353 1 716 2345 Science Centre (West), Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/UCDScience 108 UCD Biological, Biomedical & Biomolecular Sciences “I chose DN200 Science because I could try a whole range of Science subjects before I had to make a final choice. I decided on Environmental Biology as my degree as it provided a range of module options. For example, I had modules that incorporate Ecology, Botany, Microbiology and Zoology. The course was largely practical based, with most modules containing lab sessions and field trips, one of which takes place in Spain and gave me a chance to carry out field work on my own project. After I graduate, I would like to do some further study and hopefully Environmental work in conservation biology.” Niamh Quirke Student Biology
BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8)
Niamh Quirke holding a chameleon on a field trip to Spain, Photo by Sorcha Delargy © UCD 2015.
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Why is this course for me? All Science courses are full time, with many This degree focuses on the biological student timetables running from 9.00am CAO Points Range 2016 510—625 aspects of environmental science. It equips to 5.00pm or later. Depending on the subject Length of Course 4 Years students with a strong background in choices, a weekly timetable can include DN200 Places 400 ecology and its application to environmental lectures, practicals and tutorials. assessment and management. Marine, For general entry requirements, Assessment varies with each module but see pages 196-203 terrestrial and freshwater ecosystems are may comprise continuous assessment studied through the disciplines of plant, of practicals, written exams and online Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements ¬ O3/H6 in Mathematics animal and microbial ecology, evolutionary learning activities. biology, conservation biology, global change ¬ O3/H6 in a laboratory science (Applied Mathematics or Geography may be used biology, pollution biology, soil science and Career & Graduate Study Opportunities instead of a laboratory science subject) and wildlife ecology. There’s a strong emphasis Environmental Biologists pursue a wide ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish and two other on vocational skills and links with industry. range of careers, such as: recognised subjects Core modules include mock environmental Fisheries managers ¬ Environmental impact assessment, field-based sampling Other school leaving examinations consultants ¬ Habitat ecologists ¬ Pollution See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd in Ireland and Spain, and guest lectures from biologists ¬ Wildlife and conservation environmental managers and consultants. Level 5/6 QQI-FET officers¬ National park supervisors ¬ See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html What will I study? Technical and scientific officers ¬ University researchers and professors. Level 6/7 Progression Routes The degree reflects the integrated Yes, see www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac multidisciplinary approach required in Graduate opportunities are also available for students to pursue MSc or PhD Mature Entry Route modern environmental research and See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents ecosystem-based management. Topics programmes. Taught MSc programmes at include animal diversity and evolution, UCD include Applied Science (Environmental wildlife and fisheries, ecology and Science) and World Heritage Management. environmental microbiology, environmental International Study Opportunities impact assessment and biodiversity. This is a sample pathway for a degree in Students in third year have spent time Environmental Biology. at the following universities: –– University of Auckland, New Zealand First Year –– University of California, Santa Barbara, Biology ¬ Chemistry ¬ Mathematics ¬ Optional USA Science modules ¬ Elective modules –– University of Melbourne, Australia. Second Year Environmental Biology ¬ + 2 other Science subjects ¬ Elective modules Third Year Environmental Biology ¬ Elective modules
Fourth Year Other courses of interest Environmental Biology (includes an Zoology �116 Environmental Biology research project Plant Biology �115 which is self-selected to suit students’ Cell & Molecular Biology �108 interests) Agri-Environmental Sciences �191
Associate Professor Tom Wilkinson [email protected] www.ucd.ie/myucd/ UCD School of Biology & Environmental Science +353 1 716 2264 environmentalbiology Science Centre (West), Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/UCDScience 109 UCD Biological, Biomedical & Biomolecular Sciences “During the first two years of my DN200 Science course, I got to experience a wide variety of subjects. I discovered the exciting field of Genetics, which is at the forefront of biological research. I am now in my third year and have specialised in Genetics. I am learning about how genomic information is being unlocked and utilised to better understand disease and evolution. This course prepares you for a career in research, but does not limit you to this, providing the possibility of entering a wide variety of careers, from business to scientific journalism. I am interested to learn more about cutting-edge Genetics research and UCD Science has assisted me in securing a research internship at the European Molecular Biology Laboratory in BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) Heidelberg this summer.” Béga Murray Student Transgenic zebrafish larvae. Image: Dr Yolande Alvarez.
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Why is this course for me? Assessment varies with each module but CAO Points Range 2016 510—625 If you’re interested in why some families may comprise continuous assessment Length of Course 4 Years are more prone to disease and how to use of practicals, written exams and online DN200 Places 400 biotechnology to produce drugs and other learning activities. products, then a degree in Genetics could For general entry requirements, be for you. Genetics is the scientific study Career & Graduate Study Opportunities see pages 196-203 of heredity – how information is passed Most Genetics graduates work in: Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements from one generation to the next. You’ll study –– Hospital laboratories ¬ O3/H6 in Mathematics developing new areas, such as personal ¬ O3/H6 in a laboratory science (Applied –– Biotechnology, pharmaceutical and Mathematics or Geography may be used genomics, which uses DNA sequence genomics companies to determine health and ancestry. The instead of a laboratory science subject) and –– Forensic science laboratories ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish and two other UCD Genetics degree also covers genetic –– Agribiotech and horticulture companies recognised subjects engineering and biotechnology, transgenic animals, genetically modified plants, –– Food and drink companies. Other school leaving examinations Many graduates study for a higher See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd medical genetics, molecular evolution, developmental biology, DNA fingerprinting degree (MSc or PhD), or obtain additional Level 5/6 QQI-FET and bioinformatics. professional qualifications, such as in See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html medicine and dentistry. Level 6/7 Progression Routes What will I study? MSc programmes at UCD include the Yes, see www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac This is a sample pathway for a degree in areas of Biotechnology, Biotechnology & Mature Entry Route Genetics. Topics include evolution, genetic Business and Biotherapeutics. See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents disease and biotechnology, as well as core modules in biomolecular and biomedical International Study Opportunities science. Genetics students in third year have studied in: First Year Biology ¬ Chemistry ¬ Mathematics ¬ Optional –– University of Amsterdam, the Netherlands Science modules ¬ Elective modules –– University of California, Irvine, USA Second Year –– University of Connecticut, USA Genetics ¬ + 2 other Science subjects ¬ Elective modules –– Queen’s University, Canada. Third Year Genetics students also have the opportunity Genetics ¬ Elective modules to carry out their fourth year project at the University of Copenhagen, Denmark. Fourth Year Genetics (includes a research project). All Science courses are full time, with many student timetables running from 9.00am Other courses of interest to 5.00pm or later. Depending on the subject Pharmacology �113 choices, a weekly timetable can include Biochemistry & Molecular Biology �107 lectures, practicals and tutorials. Cell & Molecular Biology �108 Microbiology �111
www.ucd.ie/myucd/genetics Dr Niamh O’Sullivan [email protected] UCD School of Biomolecular and Biomedical Science +353 1 716 6762 Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/UCDScience 110 UCD Biological, Biomedical & Biomolecular Sciences “I have always had a passion for Microbiology, fascinated by this invisible, ubiquitous community of organisms present throughout our world and beyond. However, in my Leaving Certificate year, I wasn’t ready to commit myself to a particular area of science quite yet. DN200 was the perfect choice for me. This gave me the opportunity to try out a variety of subjects, including Neuroscience, Biochemistry and even Physics, before deciding on my favourite - Microbiology. Becoming a member of the UCD Symphony Orchestra and the UCD Windsurfing Club has introduced me to a great group of friends from across the campus. I actually get to earn credits for my degree by playing in the Microbiology orchestra, choosing it as an elective module. When I graduate, I hope to work in the food BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) sector researching food microbiology.” Emma Cullen in a Microbiology practical in the new UCD Emma Cullen Student O’Brien Centre for Science.
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Why is this course for me? Fourth Year Microbiology is the study of microscopic Microbiology (includes a research project). CAO Points Range 2016 510—625 organisms known as micro-organisms or All Science courses are full time, with many Length of Course 4 Years microbes. Microbes play a key role in every student timetables running from 9.00am DN200 Places 400 facet of life on this planet. For example, to 5.00pm or later. Depending on the subject microbes have a major impact on the For general entry requirements, choices, a weekly timetable can include see pages 196-203 earth’s climate by their metabolism of lectures, practicals and tutorials. greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide and Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements methane. Microbes can naturally produce Assessment varies with each module but ¬ O3/H6 in Mathematics polymers, antibiotics but also consume or may comprise continuous assessment ¬ O3/H6 in a laboratory science (Applied Mathematics or Geography may be used break down a multitude of toxic chemicals. of practicals, written exams and online learning activities. instead of a laboratory science subject) and Microbiologists use tools like molecular ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish and two other biology, fermentation, enzymology and recognised subjects Professional Work Experience synthetic biology to improve the natural Students carry out a research project ability of microorganisms so that they Other school leaving examinations in fourth year that can take place in a See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd can produce new antibiotics, natural pharmaceutical or food-related company products, biodegradable plastics and clean Level 5/6 QQI-FET or a hospital. Recent placements include up chemically polluted soil and water. See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html Pfizer, Wyeth, Trinity Biotech and Microbes protect us from colonisation by Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital, Crumlin. Level 6/7 Progression Routes disease-causing organisms. However, some Yes, see www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac microbes cause disease, e.g. MRSA, AIDS, Career & Graduate Study Opportunities Mature Entry Route tuberculosis and meningitis. Microbiological Microbiologists are employed in the See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents research aims to find treatments for these healthcare, pharmaceutical and food-related and other infectious diseases. industries, hospitals and veterinary hospitals and related laboratories. They also find What will I study? work in government agencies such as the This is a sample pathway for a degree in Environmental Protection Agency where they Microbiology. Topics include biotechnology, are involved in research and development, microbes and the environment, medical process design and control, management microbiology and pharmaceutical and quality control. Many students opt to microbiology. continue their undergraduate degree with First Year an MSc or PhD graduate programme. These Biology ¬ Chemistry ¬ Mathematics ¬ Optional microbiologists play a key role in developing Science modules ¬ Elective modules new drugs, finding novel ways to combat infectious diseases and designing new Second Year approaches to clean the environment and Microbiology ¬ + 2 other Science subjects ¬ develop a green economy. Elective modules Third Year International Study Opportunities Other courses of interest Microbiology Optional Science modules ¬ ¬ A limited number of fourth year projects are Biochemistry & Molecular Biology �107 Elective modules available in the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Genetics �110 Sciences of the University of Copenhagen, Pharmacology �113 Denmark.
Professor Kevin O’Connor [email protected] www.ucd.ie/myucd/ UCD School of Biomolecular & Biomedical Science +353 1 716 2198 microbiology Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/UCDScience 111 UCD Biological, Biomedical & Biomolecular Sciences “Halfway through sixth year, we started studying the nervous system in Biology. Immediately, I knew I wanted to study the brain. I chose Science in UCD because the course allowed me to take modules in all areas of Biology. I studied Genetics and Biochemistry, as well as Neuroscience and found I enjoyed Genetics just as much as Neuroscience so, I decided to take Genetics modules with my core Neuroscience modules. This ability to tailor your degree is part of why I love studying Science at UCD. After my degree, I hope to do a PhD and research the genes involved in Alzheimer’s Disease.” Neuroscience Aoife Hardesty Student
BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8)
Examining embryos at different stages of development.
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Why is this course for me? Assessment varies with each module CAO Points Range 2016 510—625 Neuroscience is the study of the nervous but may comprise continuous assessment Length of Course 4 Years system, directed towards understanding of practicals, written exams and online DN200 Places 400 how cells within the nervous system interact learning activities. with each other to form the brain and For general entry requirements, regulate body functions, human behaviour, Professional Work Experience see pages 196-203 memory, emotions and consciousness. A limited number of opportunities exist in Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements The malfunction of the nervous system second and third year to gain additional ¬ O3/H6 in Mathematics lies at the heart of a number of devastating laboratory experience during the summer. ¬ O3/H6 in a laboratory science (Applied and currently incurable conditions such Funded schemes are organised by public Mathematics or Geography may be used and private bodies, e.g. the Irish Health instead of a laboratory science subject) and as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Disease. ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish and two other Neuroscience research probes the Research Board and The Wellcome Trust recognised subjects mechanisms underlying such malfunctions, (UK). In addition, occasional opportunities with a view to helping in the discovery of arise within individual research groups. Other school leaving examinations drugs to prevent or manage these disorders. See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd Career & Graduate Study Opportunities Level 5/6 QQI-FET What will I study? As a Neuroscience graduate, you’ll have the See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html This is a sample pathway for a degree in opportunity to obtain employment in: Level 6/7 Progression Routes Neuroscience. Topics include membrane –– Biotechnology and pharmaceutical Yes, see www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac biology, developmental neuroscience, companies Mature Entry Route higher cortical function, synaptic plasticity, –– Medical research, including drug See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents sensory neuroscience, as well as core development and clinical trials modules in biomolecular and biomedical –– Hospital and university laboratories science. –– Neuroscience research institutes First Year –– Government agencies Biology ¬ Chemistry ¬ Mathematics ¬ Optional Neuroscience graduates also pursue Science modules ¬ Elective modules graduate studies at MSc or PhD level. PhD Second Year programmes in Ireland and abroad cover Neuroscience ¬ + 2 other Science subjects ¬ areas as diverse as biotechnology, cell Elective modules biology, and biomedical and health science. Third Year Many graduates also pursue graduate Neuroscience ¬ Elective modules medicine and graduate pharmacy courses. Fourth Year International Study Opportunities Neuroscience (includes a research project in A limited number of fourth year projects are topics such as neurodegenerative diseases, available in the Faculty of Pharmaceutical cognition and synaptic plasticity). Sciences of the University of Copenhagen, All Science courses are full time, with many Denmark, and in the Institute of Biochemistry Other courses of interest student timetables running from 9.00am and Pathobiochemistry, Ruhr University Pharmacology �113 to 5.00pm or later. Depending on the subject Bochum, Germany. Physiology �114 choices, a weekly timetable can include lectures, practicals and tutorials.
www.ucd.ie/myucd/ Professor Michael Scott [email protected] neuroscience UCD School of Biomolecular & Biomedical Science +353 1 716 6925 UCD Conway Institute of Biomolecular & Biomedical Research facebook.com/UCDScience 112 Belfield, Dublin 4 UCD Biological, Biomedical & Biomolecular Sciences “When I say to people I study Pharmacology, the first thing I get asked is “Is that like pharmacy?” In Pharmacology, I study a whole range of topics to give me the ultimate understanding of the human as a whole. We need to know Biochemistry, Neuroscience, Cell Biology along with the specific drug knowledge. There is the opportunity to do internships in UCD and further afield to places like Vienna for a summer of real-life lab research experience. The teaching staff are so incredibly helpful. It’s amazing! If the idea of making drugs safer, people healthier and saving the lives of people who have no help sounds like the kind of thing you want to do with your life, maybe Pharmacology is the Pharmacology choice for you. ” BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) Eoin Kilroy-Talbot Student The process of cell changes called EMT that occur when kidney epithelial cells are treated with drugs. Image by Tara McMorrow and Eric Campbell.
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Why is this course for me? Assessment varies with each module but Pharmacology is the scientific study of may comprise continuous assessment CAO Points Range 2016 510—625 drugs and their action on biological systems, of practicals, written exams and online Length of Course 4 Years ranging from genes and cells up to tissues learning activities. DN200 Places 400 and even human populations. A drug is any substance given to a human or animal Professional Work Experience For general entry requirements, with the intention of changing the state of A limited number of opportunities exist in see pages 196-203 body function: to relieve pain, treat cancer, second and third year to gain additional Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements eliminate infection or improve health. laboratory experience during the summer. ¬ O3/H6 in Mathematics Pharmacology is also concerned with the Funded schemes are organised by public and ¬ O3/H6 in a laboratory science (Applied Mathematics or Geography may be used use of drugs as investigative tools to obtain private bodies, e.g. the Irish Health Research Board and The Wellcome Trust (UK). In instead of a laboratory science subject) and a better understanding of cellular and ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish and two other physiological processes in both health and addition, occasional opportunities arise recognised subjects disease. In the UCD Pharmacology course, within individual research groups. students will have the opportunity to take Other school leaving examinations Career & Graduate Study Opportunities See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd part in drug development research. Career opportunities for Pharmacology Level 5/6 QQI-FET What will I study? graduates include working in: See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html This is a sample pathway for a degree –– Pharmaceutical companies Level 6/7 Progression Routes in Pharmacology. Topics include drug –– Drug regulatory bodies, such as the Irish Yes, see www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac kinetics in the body, drug action on body Medicines Board Mature Entry Route systems, treatment of disease, biomedical –– Biotechnology sector See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents sciences, biopharmaceuticals and new drug –– Chemical safety and toxicology development. Pharmacology graduates can also pursue First Year graduate studies at MSc or PhD level. PhD Biology ¬ Chemistry ¬ Mathematics ¬ Optional programmes in Ireland and abroad cover Science modules ¬ Elective modules areas such as drug development and Second Year biomedical science. Pharmacology ¬ + 2 other Science subjects ¬ Elective modules International Study Opportunities International study opportunities in third Third Year and fourth years to date have included: Pharmacology ¬ Elective modules –– University of Melbourne, Australia Fourth Year –– University of Washington, Seattle Pharmacology (includes a research project in topics such as cancer treatment, –– University of Copenhagen, Denmark. cardiovascular disease, neuropharmacology and drug discovery). All Science courses are full time, with many Other courses of interest student timetables running from 9.00am Neuroscience �112 to 5.00pm or later. Depending on the subject Physiology �114 choices, a weekly timetable can include lectures, practicals and tutorials.
Associate Professor John Crean [email protected] www.ucd.ie/myucd/ UCD School of Biomolecular & Biomedical Science +353 1 716 6747 pharmacology UCD Conway Institute of Biomolecular & Biomedical Research facebook.com/UCDScience Belfield, Dublin 4 113 UCD Biological, Biomedical & Biomolecular Sciences “Having come into UCD with no other certainty bar loving Biology, DN200 Science really was a great option. I am currently a second year student and would like to study Physiology for the final two years of my degree. I believe the level of academic teaching is outstanding and I love learning how various organs of the body work, including the heart, lungs and intestinal tract. UCD has opened up a whirlwind of opportunities for me. I have spent a year as a Residential Assistant, I am a Student Ambassador and Student Leader, I have acted as a Peer Mentor and this summer I am going to volunteer in a school in Physiology Tanzania with UCDVO. I’m really glad I chose UCD and couldn’t imagine myself anywhere BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) else!” Celine Camon Student Physiology students working on an experiment in the Conway Institute.
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Why is this course for me? Assessment varies with each module but CAO Points Range 2016 510—625 Physiology is an area of biology related to may comprise continuous assessment Length of Course 4 Years how the human body works. Physiologists of practicals, written exams and online DN200 Places 400 are interested in how the cells and organs learning activities. of the body operate and how their incredible For general entry requirements, array of processes co-operate to enable Career & Graduate Study Opportunities see pages 196-203 our bodies to function under normal and Physiology graduates go on to establish Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements challenging circumstances. Physiologists careers in the following areas: O3/H6 in Mathematics ¬ are, therefore, at the forefront of medical –– Biomedical research in the university ¬ O3/H6 in a laboratory science (Applied Mathematics or Geography may be used research and the search for a better system or other government-run instead of a laboratory science subject) and understanding of disease processes. operations ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish and two other At UCD, Physiology students acquire a –– Pharmaceutical industry-based research recognised subjects thorough understanding of the organs of the and development Other school leaving examinations body, such as the heart, lungs, kidneys, and –– Clinical trials See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd how they function, interact and respond to –– Pharmaceutical industry sales. Level 5/6 QQI-FET the internal and external environment. Physiology graduates regularly gain See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html places on graduate-entry Medicine and What will I study? other allied healthcare degree courses. Level 6/7 Progression Routes This is a sample pathway for a degree in UCD provides opportunities for graduate Yes, see www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac Physiology. Topics include neurophysiology, physiological research at the Master’s or Mature Entry Route metabolic biochemistry, membrane biology, PhD level. Research into basic physiological See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents respiratory physiology and cardiovascular mechanisms takes place but the research physiology. focus is on translational research, i.e. the First Year research that enhances our understanding Biology ¬ Chemistry ¬ Physics ¬ Mathematics ¬ of human disease that leads to advances in Optional Science modules ¬ Elective modules the improvement of human health.
Second Year International Study Opportunities Physiology + 2 other Science subjects ¬ ¬ Physiology students have spent time Elective modules studying at the following universities: Third Year –– San Jose State University, USA Physiology ¬ Elective modules –– University of Queensland, Australia. Fourth Year Physiology (includes a research project in a laboratory setting). All Science courses are full time, with many student timetables running from 9.00am Other courses of interest to 5.00pm or later. Depending on the subject Pharmacology �113 choices, a weekly timetable can include Biomedical, Health & Life Sciences �142 lectures, practicals and tutorials.
www.ucd.ie/myucd/physiology Dr Katherine Howell [email protected] UCD School of Medicine +353 1 716 6730 UCD Conway Institute, Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/UCDScience 114 UCD Biological, Biomedical & Biomolecular Sciences “I always planned on studying Science but wasn’t sure which area. This made Science in UCD the ideal choice. For the first two years, I tried modules from all the disciplines in Science, which left me more informed to pick the subject I would major in. Plant Biotechnology and Plant Pathology particularly interested me, so I chose Plant Biology as my major. Our classes were specific to Plant Biology, the class sizes were smaller and we had lots of contact with lecturers and tutors. The opportunity to carry out a research internship in South America with the Plant Palaeoecology and Palaeobiology research group in my third year has to be one of the highlights of my time in UCD. After graduating, I completed a research Master’s in plant pathology Plant Biology and I am currently doing a PhD in molecular plant genetics, focused on the regulation of gene BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) expression in stomatal guard cells.” An experiment on maize in the Programme for Experimental Emma Doyle Graduate Atmospheres and Climate lab at UCD Photo: Peter Lang.
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Why is this course for me? Assessment varies with each module but Plant Biology is the scientific study of may comprise continuous assessment CAO Points Range 2016 510—625 plants, fungi and algae. Plants are vital for of practicals, written exams and online Length of Course 4 Years supporting and maintaining the atmospheric learning activities. DN200 Places 400 and environmental conditions required for all life on earth. They are the mainstay of Career & Graduate Study Opportunities For general entry requirements, human and animal diets, while also providing Plant Biology graduates have obtained see pages 196-203 pharmaceuticals, timber, paper and clothing. positions as: Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements –– Plant and environmental scientists ¬ O3/H6 in Mathematics Plants are being exploited as sources of ¬ O3/H6 in a laboratory science (Applied renewable energy and biofuels, and make –– Pollution biologists Mathematics or Geography may be used an important contribution to measures –– Molecular geneticists and cell biologists instead of a laboratory science subject) and aimed at reducing the effects of climate –– Agronomists, horticulturalists, foresters ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish and two other recognised subjects change. A key to the further development or park rangers of plants for practical or economic use is –– Environmental consultants Other school leaving examinations an improved understanding of metabolic See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd –– Wildlife, conservation, biodiversity and developmental processes and their or heritage officers. Level 5/6 QQI-FET interactions with environmental factors. See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html Graduates are also eligible to pursue What will I study? MSc programmes in UCD in World Level 6/7 Progression Routes This is a sample pathway for a degree Heritage Management and Plant Biology Yes, see www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac in Plant Biology. Topics include plant and Biotechnology, in addition to PhD Mature Entry Route biotechnology, applied plant biology, marine programmes both in Ireland and abroad. See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents botany, genetics and systems ecology.
First Year Biology ¬ Chemistry ¬ Mathematics ¬ Optional Science modules ¬ Elective modules “I am an environmental consultant dealing Second Year with spatial planning and environmental Plant Biology ¬ + 2 other Science subjects ¬ policy research. My Plant Biology training has Elective modules been invaluable, providing me with a solid understanding of a range of environmental Third Year issues.” Plant Biology ¬ Elective modules Eoghan Daly, Environmental Consultant Fourth Year Plant Biology (includes a research project). All Science courses are full time, with many student timetables running from 9.00am to 5.00pm or later. Depending on the subject choices, a weekly timetable can include Other courses of interest lectures, practicals and tutorials. Zoology �116 Microbiology �111 Cell & Molecular Biology �108
Associate Professor Paul McCabe [email protected] www.ucd.ie/myucd/ UCD School of Biology & Environmental Science +353 1 716 2251 plantbiology Science Centre (West), Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/UCDScience 115 UCD Biological, Biomedical & Biomolecular Sciences “From the moment I walked into UCD, I knew I made the right choice to go back to education, having spent six years travelling in Europe, working with horses as a groom and a rider. When I saw Zoology on the UCD website, it was like love at first sight. A field trip in Spain in third year included learning about the marine diversity present on the rocky shore and what insects and other organisms might lurk in the terrestrial environment of the maquis shrubland. My final year dissertation was on Caribbean long spined sea urchins in Honduras. UCD has shaped me profoundly, awakening an interest in marine biology I Zoology never knew I had. Zoology offers a multitude of paths; you just have to find the one(s?) BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) that will lead you home.” Sanni Hintikka Student Sanni Hintikka researching Caribbean long spined sea urchins in Honduras.
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Why is this course for me? Assessment varies with each module but CAO Points Range 2016 510—625 Zoology is often thought of in terms of treks may comprise continuous assessment Length of Course 4 Years into the wild to study rare and endangered of practicals, written exams and online DN200 Places 400 species. However, this is only one facet learning activities. of this fascinating subject. Modern zoology For general entry requirements, deals with all aspects of animals, from Career & Graduate Study Opportunities see pages 196-203 genetics and cell biology to ecology and Because of the nature and breadth of the Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements animal behaviour. The Zoology degree at subject, Zoology graduates are employed ¬ O3/H6 in Mathematics UCD provides modules in a wide range of in most of the industries and state ¬ O3/H6 in a laboratory science (Applied disciplines, including marine, terrestrial organisations that employ biologists. Mathematics or Geography may be used These include the National Parks and instead of a laboratory science subject) and and freshwater biology, evolutionary ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish and two other biology, animal behaviour, palaeontology, Wildlife Services, National Museum, Marine recognised subjects ecology, pest control, population genetics, Institute, semi-state bodies such as the developmental biology, and animal Environmental Protection Agency, ESB, BIM Other school leaving examinations physiology and cell biology. and Inland Fisheries Ireland, conservation See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd bodies, aquaculture, universities, secondary Level 5/6 QQI-FET What will I study? schools, environmental consultancies and See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html This is a sample pathway for a degree in several areas of biotechnology. Level 6/7 Progression Routes Zoology. Topics include animal behaviour, Graduate opportunities are also available for Yes, see www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac animal development, systems ecology students to pursue MSc or PhD programmes. Mature Entry Route and cell biology. Taught MSc programmes at UCD include See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents First Year Applied Science (Environmental Science) and Biology ¬ Chemistry ¬ Mathematics ¬ Optional World Heritage Management. Science modules ¬ Elective modules Second Year Zoology ¬ + 2 other Science subjects ¬ Elective modules Third Year Zoology ¬ Elective modules Fourth Year Zoology (includes a research project where students work alongside researchers in areas as diverse as animal genetics, evolution, freshwater biology or conservation and biodiversity). All Science courses are full time, with many student timetables running from 9.00am Other courses of interest to 5.00pm or later. Depending on the subject Agri-Environmental Sciences �191 choices, a weekly timetable can include Animal Science �186 lectures, practicals and tutorials. Environmental Biology �109 Genetics �110
www.ucd.ie/myucd/zoology Professor Thomas Bolger [email protected] UCD School of Biology & Environmental Science +353 1 716 2330 Science Centre (West), Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/UCDScience 116 UCD Biological, Biomedical & Biomolecular Sciences “I have always had an interest in Mathematics and a curiosity for the world around us. The DN200 Science course, therefore, really appealed to me as it allowed me to explore a diverse range of modules in first and second year before deciding on a degree path. I chose to specialise in Biology, Mathematics & Education as I am passionate about teaching and love the idea of studying science and education in an integrated manner. I also enjoy getting involved around campus and Biology, have made some amazing friends through volunteering with the Science Society and the Mathematics Maths Sparks programme. In fact, the wide range of opportunities, amazing facilities and & Education level of engagement and support from the academic staff make coming to UCD the best BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) decision I ever made.” & MSc (NFQ Level 9) Emily Lewanowski-Breen Student Students attending an Education module class.
CAO Code DN200
Why is this course for me? Career & Graduate Study Opportunities CAO Points Range 2016 510—625 If you’re interested in biology and On completion of the BSc, students have mathematics, and think you might like guaranteed entry to the MSc in Mathematics Length of Course 5 Years (BSc 4 Years + to teach these subjects at post-primary & Science Education, provided they have MSc 1 Year) level, then this course may be for you. achieved a GPA of 3.08. This is equivalent DN200 Places 400 It’s designed so that from the start, you to a 2.1 Honours. study biology and mathematics, along with For general entry requirements, Placements are integrated into this course see pages 196-203 education, in an integrated manner. In third from first year. Care is taken to slowly Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements year, you’ll gain teaching experience by introduce you to placements to enable you completing placements (which we find for ¬ O3/H6 in Mathematics to build confidence before taking a class. ¬ O3/H6 in a laboratory science (Applied you) in a post-primary school and as a third- During the last two years of the course, Mathematics or Geography may be used level tutor. students are assigned year-long placements instead of a laboratory science subject) and The four-year BSc in Biology, Mathematics at two different post-primary schools. These ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish and two other recognised subjects & Education leads directly to the one-year placements are designed so that students MSc in Mathematics and Science Education. not only obtain teaching experience, but also Other school leaving examinations On completion of both degrees, you are gain a whole-of-school experience through See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd fully qualified to teach post-primary Biology participating in parent-teacher meetings, Level 5/6 QQI-FET and Mathematics to Higher Level Leaving timetabling, etc. The complete five-year See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html Certificate Level and Science to Junior course is fully accredited by the Teaching Level 6/7 Progression Routes Certificate Level. Council of Ireland. See www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac What will I study? Mature Entry Route This is a sample pathway for Biology, See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents Mathematics & Education. Special Entry Recommendations KEY FACTS We recommend that all students in Biology First Year The five-year course is fully accredited & Mathematics Education should have a Biology Mathematics Education ¬ ¬ ¬ by the Teaching Council of Ireland. minimum Grade H4 in Leaving Certificate Chemistry & Physics ¬ Elective modules Mathematics, or equivalent. Placements are integrated into this course Second Year from first year, with year-long placements Biology ¬ Mathematics ¬ Education ¬ at two different post-primary schools Elective modules during the final two years of the course. Third Year Biology ¬ Mathematics ¬ Education ¬ School placement – one placement in a post-primary school, and one placement as a third-level tutor. Fourth Year Education ¬ School placement ¬ Mathematics Other courses of interest Fifth Year Applied Mathematics, Education ¬ School placement Mathematics & Education �133 Chemistry, Mathematics & Education �122 Physics, Mathematics & Education �134
Associate Professor Maria Meehan [email protected] www.ucd.ie/myucd/biomathed UCD School of Mathematics & Statistics +353 1 716 2581 Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/UCDScience 117 UCD Chemistry & Chemical Sciences “Biology was the only Science subject I had studied for the Leaving Cert but I entered into the Mathematical, Physical and Geological Sciences stream with the hopes of studying Maths and doing some field classes in Geology. I took other modules in Chemistry and Biology to keep my options open. However, as soon as I had my first Chemistry lecture, I knew it was for me. The lecturers were excellent, funny and passionate. By my second year, I was hooked. I’ve had a great opportunity to be a part of several clubs and societies. I was Captain of the UCD Mountaineering Club. We organised several trips around Ireland and Chemistry the UK, as well as hosting the Irish Climbing Intervarsities. I’ve also had the fantastic BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) opportunity to be a peer mentor and a student ambassador.” Andrew Keating Student Preparing an experiment in Chemistry.
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Why is this course for me? Career & Graduate Study Opportunities CAO Points Range 2016 510—625 All materials and living things consist The pharmaceutical industry is one of Length of Course 4 Years of atoms and molecules that are linked the largest in Ireland, and UCD Chemistry DN200 Places 400 together in many different ways. Chemistry graduates work in the following: is a study of these, how they form and react. –– Analytical roles in laboratories on the For general entry requirements, Life, metabolism, pharmaceuticals, forensic see pages 196-203 synthesis, testing and analysis of active analysis and the development of new pharmaceutical ingredients, medicines Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements energy supplies, computer chips and and medical devices ¬ O3/H6 in Mathematics medical devices: none of these can be fully ¬ O3/H6 in a laboratory science (Applied –– Research chemist roles in laboratories developed or understood without chemistry. Mathematics or Geography may be used in research and development instead of a laboratory science subject) and –– Management and supervisory roles ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish and two other What will I study? recognised subjects This is a sample pathway for a degree in regulatory affairs, production and in Chemistry. Topics include physical, validation. Other school leaving examinations inorganic and organic chemistry, chemistry The semiconductor and medical device See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd of materials, instrumental analysis and and energy industries also hire a significant Level 5/6 QQI-FET spectroscopy. number of materials chemists, and See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html graduates would be involved in: First Year Level 6/7 Progression Routes –– Semiconductor processing Chemistry ¬ Mathematics ¬ Optional Science Yes, see www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac modules ¬ Elective modules –– Effluent and raw materials monitoring Mature Entry Route –– Air and water quality measurements. See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents Second Year Chemistry ¬ +1 Science subject ¬ Elective Chemistry graduates also pursue PhDs in modules Ireland or abroad in areas as diverse as biological aspects of nanoscience, novel Third Year material synthesis, energy generation and Chemistry ¬ Elective modules polymer chemistry. Fourth Year Chemistry (includes a research project). International Study Opportunities All Science courses are full time, with many Students have spent time studying at the student timetables running from 9.00am following universities: to 5.00pm or later. Depending on the subject –– University of Lund, Sweden choices, a weekly timetable can include –– University of Virginia, USA lectures, practicals and tutorials. –– McGill University, Canada. Assessment varies with each module but may comprise continuous assessment of practicals, written exams and online learning activities.
Other courses of interest Medicinal Chemistry & Chemical Biology �121 Chemistry with Environmental & Sustainable Chemistry �120 Chemistry with Biophysical Chemistry �119
www.ucd.ie/myucd/chemistry Associate Professor James Sullivan & Dr Andrew Phillips [email protected]/[email protected] UCD School of Chemistry +353 1 716 2075 Science Centre South, Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/UCDScience 118 UCD Chemistry & Chemical Sciences “I had studied Chemistry and Biology in school, so when I first started college, I knew that I liked Science but wasn’t sure what I’d like to major in. I loved Chemistry and ended up choosing Chemistry with Biophysical Chemistry as it was a new degree that I felt might give me some additional skills. In the summer after third year, I did a summer internship in Dr Vitaly Buckin’s lab in UCD, which I found really interesting as well as very helpful in Chemistry with preparing me for the final year research project. This, as well as my thesis Biophysical research in my final year, led me to realise that I’d like to pursue further research in Chemistry a PhD.” Rian Lynch Graduate BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8)
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Why is this course for me? Third Year CAO Points Range 2016 510—625 Biophysical Chemistry combines the study Biophysical Chemistry ¬ Chemistry ¬ of chemistry with the molecular principles of Chemical Biology & Medicinal Chemistry ¬ Length of Course 4 Years the functioning of life and their applications Electives (includes Erasmus opportunities). DN200 Places 400 in modern technologies, from the design Fourth Year of a new generation of smart medicines to For general entry requirements, Biophysical Chemistry (Research project) ¬ see pages 196-203 green manufacturing. The best chemical Biophysical Chemistry ¬ Chemistry ¬ technologies of our world are utilised in Nanotechnology. Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements biological systems, where thousands of ¬ O3/H6 in Mathematics All Science courses are full time, with many ¬ O3/H6 in a laboratory science (Applied chemical transformations take place in a student timetables running from 9.00am to Mathematics or Geography may be used well-controlled, environmentally friendly 5.00pm or later. Depending on the subject instead of a laboratory science subject) and manner. ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish and two other choices, a weekly timetable can include recognised subjects These transformations occur in biological lectures, practicals and tutorials. cells, which represent sophisticated Other school leaving examinations Assessment varies with each module but chemical manufacturing plants filled with See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd may comprise continuous assessment a broad range of nano devices. Students of practicals, written exams and online Level 5/6 QQI-FET graduating with this degree will acquire See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html learning activities. knowledge of advanced chemistry, and of Level 6/7 Progression Routes molecular principles of organisation and Career & Graduate Study Opportunities Yes, see www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac functioning of living matter. They will also The interdisciplinary aspect of this acquire skills in the applications of these Mature Entry Route degree and the acquired combination of See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents principles in biomedical, biotechnological, theoretical and practical skills provide broad pharmaceutical, food and other related opportunities for employment in the area industries. of advanced chemical and biomolecular What will I study? technologies, including: This is a sample pathway for a degree in –– Complex biomolecular formulations Chemistry with Biophysical Chemistry. Topics –– Bio-nanotechnology include: physical, organic and inorganic –– Forensic science chemistry; molecular architecture of living –– Bioprocessing matter; self-assembly and functioning –– Bioengineering. of biomolecules; molecular principles of storing and utilisation of genetic Biophysical Chemistry graduates will be information; bio-catalysis and enzymes; able to find employment in biotechnological, modern technologies of supramolecular chemical, pharmaceutical, biomedical, food, design; and modern analytical techniques. personal care and other industries, as well as academic research worldwide. Graduates First Year can also pursue a range of MSc or PhD Chemistry ¬ Mathematics ¬ Biology ¬ Elective opportunities in Ireland or abroad. modules Other courses of interest Chemistry �118 Second Year Chemistry with Environmental Chemistry with Biophysical Chemistry ¬ & Sustainable Chemistry �120 + 1 other subject ¬ Elective modules Medicinal Chemistry & Chemical Biology �121
Associate Professor Vitaly Buckin [email protected] www.ucd.ie/myucd/ UCD School of Chemistry +353 1 716 2371 biophysicalchemistry Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/UCDScience 119 UCD Chemistry & Chemical Sciences “I came to UCD with a background in Biology and Chemistry, so the DN200 really helped me to make my mind up over which discipline I wanted to pursue. As it turns out, I really loved Chemistry so I am now in third year Chemistry with Environmental and Sustainable Chemistry and I am honestly loving it! It combines the traditional aspects of Chemistry that I previously learned Chemistry with about, such as organic and inorganic, as well as new environmental topics. I am currently planning Environmental to do an internship here in UCD over the summer. It is my future hope that I may stay on to complete & Sustainable a PhD after graduation, or possibly work for a pharmaceutical company. Overall I am extremely Chemistry happy I chose Chemistry in UCD. Over my time in UCD, I have been an orientation guide and an OCM of the Science Society, while also being a member BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) of many other societies along the way.” PhD students Linda Sherry and Elaine Neville studying materials Alan Buckley Student which promote the synthesis of sustainable fuels.
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Why is this course for me? Fourth Year CAO Points Range 2016 510—625 Two major problems are facing industrialised Environmental & Sustainable Chemistry Length of Course 4 Years society. How do we maintain our standards (includes a research project in an aspect of DN200 Places 400 of living without, firstly, using non- Environmental & Sustainable Chemistry) ¬ renewable resources as sources of energy Options will include Green Technologies/ For general entry requirements, and as raw materials for manufacturing Chemistry in Energy Generation ¬ Optional see pages 196-203 industries and, secondly, compromising our Industry Internship module. Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements local and global environment? Chemistry All Science courses are full time, with many ¬ O3/H6 in Mathematics with Environmental & Sustainable student timetables running from 9.00am ¬ O3/H6 in a laboratory science (Applied Chemistry will be central to solving these to 5.00pm or later. Depending on the subject Mathematics or Geography may be used problems. This discipline, which draws from instead of a laboratory science subject) and choices, a weekly timetable can include ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish and two other all branches of chemistry, will enable us to lectures, practicals and tutorials. produce the materials and energy we use recognised subjects Assessment varies with each module but through ways that minimise the impact on may comprise continuous assessment Other school leaving examinations the environment. Furthermore, it will be See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd of practicals, written exams and online crucial in developing a variety of resources learning activities. Level 5/6 QQI-FET (solar power, biofuel synthesis, fuel cells, See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html etc.) for use in renewable energy generation. Career & Graduate Study Opportunities The degree is suitable for students who Level 6/7 Progression Routes Apart from the disciplines that are available have an interest in the use of chemistry in Yes, see www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac to graduates with a BSc in Chemistry, tackling these urgent problems. Mature Entry Route graduates in Chemistry with Environmental See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents What will I study? & Sustainable Chemistry will be particularly This is a sample pathway for a degree in suited to employment in the environmental Chemistry with Environmental & Sustainable and emerging energy industries, including: Chemistry. Commercial environmental analysis ¬ Alternative energy industry ¬ Environmental First Year Protection Agency ¬ ESB ¬ Bord Gáis. Chemistry ¬ Mathematics ¬ Biology ¬ Optional Graduates can also pursue a range of MSc or Science modules ¬ Elective modules PhD opportunities in Ireland or abroad. Second Year Chemistry, Environmental Chemistry (with International Study Opportunities modules of Geology and Biology, discussing Students may apply to study abroad for climate change) ¬ + 1 other Science subject ¬ a semester or year in third year. Potential Elective modules universities include: Third Year –– University of Lund, Sweden Physical, Inorganic & Organic Chemistry with –– University of Virginia, USA optional modules in Geology and Ecology –– McGill University, Canada.
Other courses of interest Chemistry �118 Medicinal Chemistry & Chemical Biology �121 Chemistry with Biophysical Chemistry �119
www.ucd.ie/myucd/ Associate Professor James Sullivan [email protected] environmentalandsustainable UCD School of Chemistry +353 1 716 2135 chemistry Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/UCDScience 120 UCD Chemistry & Chemical Sciences
“I always knew that I wanted to study Chemistry after taking it for the Leaving Certificate. However, it was only through the flexibility of the DN200 course in UCD that I was able to explore further subjects such as Biochemistry and Pharmacology. This led me to pursue a degree in Medicinal Chemistry & Chemical Biology, and although the material is challenging, it is an extremely rewarding course. The knowledge and practical laboratory skills I’ve acquired are invaluable, Medicinal especially in terms of drug development and discovery. After my degree, I hope to continue Chemistry & further with my studies and complete a PhD. UCD is an incredibly diverse place, and during Chemical Biology my time here I’ve been able to study Chinese, Russian and Japanese, and am now secretary BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) of the Japanese society.” UV determination of enzyme kinetics is a key step in the Amelia Glynn Student design of industrially relevant biocatalysts.
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Why is this course for me? All Science courses are full time, with many CAO Points Range 2016 510—625 This degree is ideal for students who have student timetables running from 9.00am an interest in chemistry and its applications to 5.00pm or later. Depending on the subject Length of Course 4 Years in biology. Medicinal Chemistry & Chemical choices, a weekly timetable can include DN200 Places 400 Biology are fields populated by chemists lectures, practicals and tutorials. who have a good understanding of biology at For general entry requirements, Assessment varies with each module but see pages 196-203 the molecular level. They’ll be of increasing may comprise continuous assessment Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements importance for decades to come to address of practicals, written exams and online existing and emerging healthcare problems, ¬ O3/H6 in Mathematics learning activities. ¬ O3/H6 in a laboratory science (Applied e.g. cancer, AIDS, TB and avian flu. Chemical Mathematics or Geography may be used biologists and medicinal chemists will Career & Graduate Study Opportunities instead of a laboratory science subject) and develop the next generation of medicines to Graduates of the Medicinal Chemistry & ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish and two other solve such problems, and will have an impact Chemical Biology degree will be equipped recognised subjects across a wide range of areas, including the with the skills to pursue a career in: Other school leaving examinations development of environmentally friendly –– Pharmaceuticals and See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd approaches to process chemistry. biopharmaceuticals Level 5/6 QQI-FET What will I study? –– Food technology companies See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html This is a sample pathway for a degree in –– Cosmetic technology companies Level 6/7 Progression Routes Medicinal Chemistry & Chemical Biology. –– Fine chemical and chemical development Yes, see www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac Topics include metabolic biochemistry, –– Patenting Mature Entry Route reactivity of biomolecules, principles of See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents pharmacology, chemical biology of natural Graduates can also pursue a PhD in Ireland products and macromolecules. or abroad in areas such as chemistry, chemical biology or medicinal chemistry. First Year Chemistry ¬ Mathematics ¬ Biology ¬ Optional Science modules ¬ Elective modules Second Year Medicinal Chemistry & Chemical Biology ¬ + 1 other Science subject ¬ Elective modules Third Year Medicinal Chemistry & Chemical Biology ¬ Elective modules Fourth Year Medicinal Chemistry & Chemical Biology (includes a research project)
Other courses of interest Chemistry �118 Biochemistry & Molecular Biology �107 Chemistry with Environmental & Sustainable Chemistry �120
Professor Stefan Oscarson [email protected] www.ucd.ie/myucd/ UCD School of Chemistry +353 1 716 2318 medicinalchemistryand Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/UCDScience chemicalbiology 121 UCD Chemistry & Chemical Sciences “I chose to study Science at University because I saw it as a first step in achieving my goal of becoming a post-primary teacher. My plan was a BSc in Maths followed by a qualification in Education. But at University, as I became more immersed in the world of mathematical thinking, problem solving, proof and abstraction, and appreciated more the power and beauty of maths, I became conflicted – which to choose, Maths Chemistry, or teaching? I chose Maths then but today feel fortunate as my job involves the best Mathematics of both worlds. This degree offers you the opportunity to explore and experience the & Education two worlds of Science and Education in an integrated manner without compromising BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) one for the other” & MSc (NFQ Level 9) Associate Professor Maria Meehan Staff Group work in an active learning environment classroom.
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Why is this course for me? Career & Graduate Study Opportunities CAO Points Range 2016 510—625 If you’re interested in chemistry and On completion of the BSc, students have Length of Course 5 Years (BSc 4 Years + mathematics, and think you might like guaranteed entry to the MSc in Mathematics MSc 1 Year) to teach these subjects at post-primary & Science Education, provided they have DN200 Places 400 level, then this course may be for you. It’s achieved a GPA of 3.08. This is equivalent designed so that from the start, you study to a 2.1 Honours. For general entry requirements, chemistry and mathematics, along with see pages 196-203 Placements are integrated into this course education, in an integrated manner. In third from first year. Care is taken to slowly Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements year, you’ll gain teaching experience by introduce you to placements to enable you ¬ O3/H6 in Mathematics completing placements (which we find for to build confidence before taking a class. ¬ O3/H6 in a laboratory science (Applied you) in a post-primary school and as a third- Mathematics or Geography may be used During the last two years of the course, instead of a laboratory science subject) and level tutor. students are assigned year-long placements ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish and two other The four-year BSc in Chemistry, at two different post-primary schools. These recognised subjects Mathematics & Education leads directly placements are designed so that students Other school leaving examinations to the one-year MSc in Mathematics and not only obtain teaching experience, but also See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd Science Education. On completion of both gain a whole-of-school experience through Level 5/6 QQI-FET degrees you are fully qualified to teach participating in parent-teacher meetings, See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html Chemistry and Mathematics to Higher Level timetabling etc. The complete five-year Leaving Certificate Level and Science to course is fully accredited by the Teaching Level 6/7 Progression Routes Junior Certificate Level. Council of Ireland. See www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac
Mature Entry Route What will I study? See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents This is a sample pathway for Chemistry, Special Entry Recommendations Mathematics & Education. We recommend that all students in KEY FACTS First Year Chemistry, Mathematics & Education The five-year course is fully accredited should have a minimum Grade H4 in Leaving Chemistry ¬ Mathematics ¬ Education ¬ by the Teaching Council of Ireland. Certificate Mathematics, or equivalent. Biology & Physics ¬ Elective modules Placements are integrated into this course Second Year from first year, with year-long placements Chemistry ¬ Mathematics ¬ Education ¬ at two different post-primary schools Elective modules during the final two years of the course. Third Year Chemistry ¬ Mathematics ¬ Education ¬ School placement – one placement in a post-primary school, and one placement as a third-level tutor
Fourth Year Education ¬ School placement ¬ Mathematics Other courses of interest Applied Mathematics, Fifth Year Mathematics & Education �133 Education ¬ School placement Biology, Mathematics &Education �117 Physics, Mathematics & Education �134
www.ucd.ie/myucd/ Associate Professor Maria Meehan [email protected] chemmathed UCD School of Mathematics & Statistics +353 1 716 2581 Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/UCDScience 122 UCD Mathematical, Physical & Geological Sciences “I spent my first two years taking modules in pure Maths, Applied Maths, Statistics, Geology and Physics to try to find my niche. Eventually I decided to go with Applied and Computational Mathematics. For me, it was the perfect balance between physical problems, maths problems and programming. In this course, you get to learn about a lot of advanced areas of Mathematics and you also learn how to apply these methods to real-life physical Applied & systems. I am currently researching for a PhD at UCD in wave turbulence, an Computational area of Mathematics which has potential applications in engineering and optics.” Mathematics Shane Walsh Graduate BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8)
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Why is this course for me? Third Year CAO Points Range 2016 510—625 If you enjoy studying Mathematics for the Applied & Computational Mathematics ¬ Leaving Certificate, the UCD degree in Elective modules Length of Course 4 Years Applied & Computational Mathematics will Fourth Year DN200 Places 400 train you in the essential mathematical and Applied & Computational Mathematics computational skills in modelling, analysis For general entry requirements, All Science courses are full time, with many see pages 196-203 and simulation needed to solve problems student timetables running from 9.00am arising throughout the physical and life Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements to 5.00pm or later. Depending on the subject sciences, engineering, business and finance ¬ O3/H6 in Mathematics choices, a weekly timetable can include ¬ O3/H6 in a laboratory science (Applied sectors. lectures, practicals and tutorials. Mathematics or Geography may be used Today’s challenges faced by science and instead of a laboratory science subject) and Assessment varies with each module but engineering are so complex that they ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish and two other may comprise continuous assessment recognised subjects can be analysed and solved only through of practicals, written exams and online mathematical and computational modelling. Other school leaving examinations learning activities. Mathematical models create representations See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd of complex real-world phenomena in a precise, Career & Graduate Study Opportunities Level 5/6 QQI-FET quantitative way. Fundamental insights can Graduates with training in Applied & See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html then be obtained by analysing these models Computational Mathematics work in fields Level 6/7 Progression Routes through a combination of mathematical as diverse as: Yes, see www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac analysis and computational simulation. Outside the traditional spheres of science –– Physics: nanoscience, quantum optical Mature Entry Route See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents and engineering, mathematical modelling and processes in semiconductors and simulation techniques are increasingly used in robotics Special Entry Recommendations the social sciences, communication, business –– Biology: biomedical applications, medical We recommend that all students in Applied and finance sectors. instrumentation and bio-information & Computational Mathematics should have technology a minimum Grade H3 in Leaving Certificate Mathematics, or equivalent. What will I study? –– Finance This is a sample pathway for a degree in –– Pharmaceutical industry Applied & Computational Mathematics. –– Environmental agencies and companies Sample topics include dynamical systems and chaos, financial mathematics, –– Computing in business, technology, oceanography, mathematical biology, research and academia fluid dynamics, relativity and quantum International Study Opportunities mechanics. Students may apply to study abroad for a First Year semester or year in third year in a range of Applied & Computational Mathematics ¬ worldwide universities. Potential universities Mathematics ¬ Optional Science modules ¬ include: Elective modules –– University of Texas at Austin, USA Other courses of interest –– University of California, USA Second Year Computer Science �136 Applied & Computational Mathematics –– University of Perugia, Italy Theoretical Physics �131 (includes Mathematics/Statistics modules) ¬ –– University of Konstanz, Germany. + 1 other Science subject ¬ Elective modules.
Dr Lennon Ó Náraigh [email protected] www.ucd.ie/myucd/ UCD School of Mathematics & Statistics +353 1 716 2546 appliedandcomputational Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/UCDScience mathematics 123 UCD Mathematical, Physical & Geological Sciences “I received a PhD in pure Mathematics and focused on partial differential equations. I then taught Mathematical Analysis and in order to adapt the teaching of Mathematics to real-world applications, I had to analyse real business cases, which deepened my interest in Applied Mathematics. I then decided to move to the financial industry and for five years I worked as a Business Analyst in the Derivatives Pricing and Risk Management Department of an advisory firm. Today, I feel very lucky because my job draws on my experience to date and the modules I teach in Financial Mathematics will prepare Financial students to work in today’s financial sector. Our Financial Mathematics degree provides a thorough preparation to work in banking, insurance and Mathematics financial services by teaching the main skills required, such as data analysis, mathematical BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) modelling, numerical methods and coding, financial economics and corporate finance.” Dr Adamaria Perrotta Staff
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Why is this course for me? All Science courses are full time, with many CAO Points Range 2016 510—625 If you have a strong interest in Mathematics, student timetables running from 9.00am Length of Course 4 Years enjoy problem solving and are interested to 5.00pm or later. Depending on the subject DN200 Places 400 in how Mathematics is used in business choices, a weekly timetable can include and finance, this degree in Financial lectures, practicals and tutorials. For general entry requirements, Mathematics will give you an understanding see pages 196-203 Assessment varies with each module but of the mathematical theories that underpin may comprise continuous assessment Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements financial models, as well as computational of practicals, written exams and online ¬ O3/H6 in Mathematics expertise in the algorithms that price ¬ O3/H6 in a laboratory science (Applied learning activities. Mathematics or Geography may be used financial products. One example of a instead of a laboratory science subject) and financial model included in the course is the Career & Graduate Study Opportunities ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish and two other Black-Scholes option pricing model, dating Graduates with training in Financial recognised subjects from 1973, which is one of the earliest Mathematics work in fields as diverse as: equations developed and used to price Other school leaving examinations –– Quantitative positions in the financial See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd options. Implementations of these models, sector including computer programming, form a –– Risk modelling in banking and insurance Level 5/6 QQI-FET key part of the course. See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html –– Computing in business, technology, research and academia Level 6/7 Progression Routes What will I study? Yes, see www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac This is a sample pathway for a degree in Graduates can also pursue a range of MSc or PhD programmes such as the MSc in Mature Entry Route Financial Mathematics. Sample topics See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents include probability theory, statistical Actuarial Science, MSc in Quantitative modelling, computational science, Finance, or an MSc in Statistics. Special Entry Recommendations fundamentals of actuarial and financial We recommend that all students in Financial International Study Opportunities Mathematics should have a minimum Grade mathematics, advanced corporate finance, H3 in Leaving Certificate Mathematics, or stochastic analysis and actuarial statistics. Students may apply to study abroad equivalent. for a semester or year in third year in a First Year range of worldwide universities. Potential Statistics ¬ Applied & Computational universities include: Mathematics ¬ Mathematics ¬ Optional –– University of Texas at Austin, USA Science modules ¬ Elective modules –– University of California, USA Second Year –– University of Perugia, Italy Applied & Computational Mathematics ¬ –– University of Konstanz, Germany. Mathematics ¬ Statistics ¬ Finance ¬ 1 other Science subject ¬ Elective modules Third Year Financial Mathematics ¬ Elective modules Fourth Year Other courses of interest Financial Mathematics (modules include Statistics p 129 computational finance, stochastic models, Actuarial & Financial Studies p 135 Bayesian analysis, and advanced corporate Mathematics p 127 finance)
www.ucd.ie/myucd/ Dr Adamaria Perrotta [email protected] financialmathematics UCD School of Mathematics & Statistics +353 1 716 2590 Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/UCDScience 124 UCD Mathematical, Physical & Geological Sciences “UCD Science was a perfect fit for me because it allowed me to focus on my chosen subject, Physics, right from the start by selecting the Mathematical, Physical and Geological Sciences stream. In first year, I studied a lot of fascinating topics, ranging from special relativity to particle physics. The flexibility of DN200 also allows plenty of room for elective modules, and so far I have completed electives in computer science, statistics and earth science. This summer, I have secured an internship at a scientific institute in Prague, where I will get to work in a real research lab. I’m excited to apply the practical skills I have learned during my lab modules over the last two years.” Physics Fiona Gallagher Student BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8)
Physics students in the new undergraduate laboratory.
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Why is this course for me? Third Year CAO Points Range 2016 510—625 Physics is about the fundamental laws of Physics ¬ Elective modules Length of Course 4 Years the universe that govern living as well as Fourth Year non-living systems. It is a fundamental Physics (includes a research project). DN200 Places 400 science, involving a deep understanding of nature derived from mathematical and All Science courses are full time, with many For general entry requirements, see pages 196-203 experimental insights. Physics is the subject student timetables running from 9.00am that constantly asks “why?”, questioning to 5.00pm or later. Depending on the subject Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements why matter and energy exist and act as they choices, a weekly timetable can include ¬ O3/H6 in Mathematics lectures, practicals and tutorials. ¬ O3/H6 in a laboratory science (Applied do, and discovering the underlying rules Mathematics or Geography may be used that govern their behaviour. Physicists now Assessment varies with each module but instead of a laboratory science subject) and believe that all phenomena observed in the may comprise continuous assessment ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish and two other universe can be explained in terms of practicals, written exams and online recognised subjects of a handful of forces: gravity, electricity, learning activities. Other school leaving examinations magnetism, and weak and strong nuclear See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd interactions. Career & Graduate Study Opportunities Recent Physics graduates have pursued Level 5/6 QQI-FET X-rays, radioactivity and particle beams See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html careers in the following: have led to advances in medicine. The Level 6/7 Progression Routes invention of lasers and solid-state Energy technology ¬ Medical physics ¬ Yes, see www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac transistors by physicists paved the way Meteorology ¬ Advanced materials (e.g. for computers, DVD players and iPods. semiconductor industry) ¬ Geoscience ¬ Mature Entry Route See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents Understanding physical principles and ICT and financial industries ¬ Semi-state discovering new laws that explain our bodies such as EPA’s Office of Radiological universe at an even deeper level are the Protection. challenges that confront physicists in the Graduates are also eligible to apply for MSc 21st century. programmes in Nanobio Science, Space Science & Technology, Nanotechnology, What will I study? Medical Physics or Meteorology, or for PhD This is a sample pathway for a degree in programmes in Ireland and abroad in diverse Physics. Topics include fields, waves and areas such as Radiation Physics, Physics light, quantum mechanics, astrophysics, of Advanced Materials, Atomic Physics, thermal physics, optics and lasers, atomic Particle Physics and Astrophysics. and nuclear physics, particle physics, condensed matter physics and medical International Study Opportunities physics. Students can apply to study for a semester First Year or year in third year in a number of Physics ¬ Mathematics ¬ Optional Science universities worldwide, including: modules ¬ Elective modules –– University of California, Berkeley, USA Other courses of interest Second Year –– University of California, Santa Cruz, USA Theoretical Physics �131 Physics ¬ + 1 other Science subject ¬ Elective –– San Jose State University, California, USA Physics with Astronomy modules –– University of Melbourne, Australia. & Space Science �130
Professor Gerry O’Sullivan & [email protected] www.ucd.ie/myucd/physics Associate Professor Emma Sokell UCD School of Physics [email protected] +353 1 716 2514 Science Centre (North), Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/UCDScience 125 UCD Arts & Humanities, Social Sciences "I decided to study Mathematics at UCD as part of a Joint Honours degree because of the Mathematics huge variety of interesting topics available. I was taught by world-class lecturers and BA (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) - DN520 mathematicians who are at the forefront of exciting research and discovery. The BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) - DN700 Mathematics degree provides an excellent foundation both for employment and further study, and I have since undertaken a Higher CAO Code DN520 BA Arts Diploma in Mathematical Science." Patrick Doohan Ad Astra Scholar CAO Points Range 2016 N/A Length of Course 3 Years DN520 Places 350
For general entry requirements, see pages 196-203 Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements O6/H7 in English, Irish, a third language and three other recognised subjects
Other school leaving examinations Why is this subject for me? First Year See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd Mathematics plays a key role in our quest to Calculus ¬ Linear Algebra, Combinatorics Level 5/6 QQI-FET fully describe and understand the natural & Number Theory ¬ Plus Other Subject ¬ See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html world. Those who concentrate on this subject Electives. Mature Entry Route will gain an understanding of mathematical See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents Second Year concepts and learn how to prove key facts and Topics in Mathematics include: Special Entry Recommendations solve problems using deductive reasoning. In order to study Mathematics, we strongly Multivariable Calculus ¬ Analysis ¬ Algebraic recommend that you also have at least a If you are interested in studying Mathematics Structures ¬ Linear Algebra 2 ¬ Statistics Grade H4 in Leaving Certificate Mathematics, together with an Arts and Humanities or Social & Probability, with options Graphs and or equivalent. Sciences subject, then this degree is for you. Networks ¬ The Mathematics of Google ¬ Theory of Games ¬ Plus Other Subject ¬ Plus Studying Mathematics What will I study? Elective Modules. as a Joint Major with one of the below: Some first year modules build on the Art History Irish foundations laid at Leaving Certificate Third & Fourth Year Drama Irish Folklore or equivalent, while others will introduce Mathematics topics include: English Italian exciting new aspects of the subject. It is not Complex Analysis ¬ Geometry ¬ Advanced Linear Algebra Group Theory and French Linguistics assumed that you will have met everything ¬ Applications ¬ Mathematics of Google ¬ History Greek & Roman before and each topic is carefully introduced Music Civilisation and built upon. of Mathematics ¬ Financial Mathematics ¬ Differential Equations Research Portfolio History ¬ BA Arts ¬ Internship Opportunity ¬ Study Abroad Mathematics as part of a BA can be Opportunity ¬ Plus Other Subject ¬ Electives. CAO Code DN700 BSc Social Sciences combined with one of 12 subjects including Assessment English, Music, Irish and History. Assessment is through a combination of CAO Points Range 2016 N/A First Year end-of-semester written examinations, Length of course 4 Years Calculus ¬ Linear Algebra ¬ Combinatorics & projects and continuous assessment. DN700 Places 500 Number Theory ¬ Plus Other Subject ¬ Plus Electives. Career & Graduate Study Opportunities For general entry requirements, The skills and problem-solving abilities you see pages 196-203 Second Year acquire are highly prized in a range Topics in Mathematics include: of professions. Mathematics graduates Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements Multivariable Calculus ¬ Analysis ¬ Algebraic O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics and have found highly rewarding employment Structures ¬ Linear Algebra 2 ¬ Statistics three other recognised subjects in: Actuarial science, Political science, & Probability, with options Graphs and Journalism, Business, Sociology, Banking Other Entry Routes same as above Networks ¬ The Mathematics of Google ¬ and financial services, IT, Education, Theory of Games ¬ Plus Other Subject ¬ Plus Studying Mathematics Meteorology, Accounting. Elective Modules. as a Joint Major with one of the below: Graduates may also pursue further study, Archeology Philosophy Third Year including the HDip in Mathematical Science Economics Politics Complex Analysis ¬ Geometry ¬ Group Theory (qualifier for the MSc in Mathematical Geography Sociology and Applications with options ¬ History of Science), HDip in Statistics, and MA in either Information and Communication Studies Mathematics ¬ Financial Mathematics ¬ Mathematics or Statistics. Differential Equations ¬ Plus Other Subject ¬ Elective Modules. International Study Opportunities Other courses of interest BSc Social Sciences –– University of California,USA Economics �67 Mathematics as part of a BSc can be –– Queen’s University, Canada Economics, Mathematics & Statistics �68 combined with one of seven subjects including: –– University of Perugia, Italy Economics, Statistics and Geography. –– University of Konstanz, Germany.
www.ucd.ie/myucd/ahss UCD School of Mathematics and Statistics [email protected] Science Centre North, UCD, Belfield, Dublin 4 +353 1 716 2452 facebook.com/MyUCD 126 UCD Mathematical, Physical & Geological Sciences “In secondary, school I loved maths. However, University-level maths has a reputation for being unthinkably difficult, and I was afraid that I wouldn’t be able for it. However, I’ve found that, although hard work is essential, University Maths certainly is doable. Moreover, it’s engaging. There’s a great deal more to maths than you ever see in secondary school! The more maths you study, the more interesting it becomes, and some of the courses are really fascinating. Maths requires a lot of critical thinking and rigorous understanding, and the lecturers in UCD encourage this. They are very good at transmitting their enthusiasm to the students. Mathematics What’s really great is that the maths lecturers are approachable, and keen to answer any BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) questions you may have.” Caitríona Byrne Graduate
Why is this course for me? Assessment varies with each module but CAO Code DN200 Mathematics is a basic tool in all scientific may comprise continuous assessment subjects such as economics, engineering, of practicals, written exams and online CAO Points Range 2016 510—625 geography, computer science, banking, learning activities. business, statistics, social science and Length of Course 4 Years in many other fields. In the past 100 Career & Graduate Study Opportunities DN200 Places 400 years, the growth of mathematics has Each year sees new applications of been spectacular, stimulated not only sophisticated mathematical models and For general entry requirements, see pages 196-203 by the needs of science, technology and procedures, using computers, in insurance commerce, but also by the intellectual and actuarial services, the stock market, Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements challenges provided by the discipline banking and industry. Employers in all of ¬ O3/H6 in Mathematics ¬ O3/H6 in a laboratory science (Applied itself. The subject possesses a very these areas seek mathematics graduates. Our recent graduates have found work in Mathematics or Geography may be used large collection of problems – many still instead of a laboratory science subject) and unresolved – that require highly challenging diverse areas, including: ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish and two other investigation and great ingenuity. –– Actuarial science recognised subjects –– Banking and financial services What will I study? Other school leaving examinations –– Civil service executive and administrative See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd This is a sample pathway for a degree in grades Mathematics. Topics include linear algebra Level 5/6 QQI-FET and geometry, differential and integral –– Coding and cryptography companies See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html calculus, graphs and networks, theory –– IT industry Level 6/7 Progression Routes of games, field theory, metric spaces, –– Meteorology Yes, see www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac differential geometry and functional Graduate opportunities for Mathematics Mature Entry Route analysis. graduates include MSc and PhD See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents First Year programmes in Mathematical Sciences Special Entry Recommendations in Ireland and abroad, leading to research Mathematics ¬ Statistics ¬ Applied and We recommend that all students in in universities, research institutes or in Mathematics should have a minimum Grade Computational Mathematics ¬ Optional industry. H3 in Leaving Certificate Mathematics, or Science modules ¬ Elective modules equivalent. Second Year International Study Opportunities Mathematics ¬ + 1 other Science subject ¬ Students can apply to study for a semester Elective modules or year in third year in one of approximately Third Year 20 universities worldwide, including: Mathematics ¬ Elective modules –– University of Texas at Austin, USA Fourth Year –– University of California, USA Mathematics –– University of Perugia, Italy All Science courses are full time, with many –– University of Konstanz, Germany. student timetables running from 9.00am to 5.00pm or later. Depending on the subject choices, a weekly timetable can include lectures, practicals and tutorials. Other courses of interest Actuarial and Financial Studies p 135 Computer Science p 136 Theoretical Physics p 131
Associate Professor Christopher Boyd [email protected] www.ucd.ie/myucd/ UCD School of Mathematics & Statistics +353 1 716 2573 mathematics Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/UCDScience 127 UCD Arts & Humanities, Social Sciences
"I always enjoyed mathematics in secondary school and had a keen interest in problem solving, so I decided to study Mathematics Statistics and Statistics in UCD. Studying them through Arts is great, as you get to study BA (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) - DN520 a broad range of subjects such as Applied BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) - DN700 Maths, Pure Maths and Statistics, and to explore other subjects such as Economics, History, and Psychology. I am halfway CAO Code DN520 BA Arts through my degree and loving every minute of it. I hope to do a postgrad in Statistics CAO Points Range 2016 N/A in the future." Jack Mac Cuinneagain Student Length of Course 3 Years DN520 Places 350
For general entry requirements, see pages 196-203 Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements O6/H7 in English, Irish, a third language and three other recognised subjects Why is this subject for me? BSc Social Sciences Joint Honours Other school leaving examinations Wherever data are collected, statistical See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd First Year and data analysis skills are required. Level 5/6 QQI-FET Same as BA Joint Honours See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html Statisticians develop mathematical models for uncertainty and apply them to real data. Second Year Mature Entry Route See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents Statistical models allow us to learn about Same as BA Joint Honours the underlying processes which give rise to Special Entry Recommendations Third & Fourth Year the data. The power of modern computing In order to study Statistics, we strongly Time Series Analysis ¬ Bayesian Analysis ¬ continues to have a major impact on recommend that you also have at least a Data Programming ¬ Statistical Data Mining Grade H4 in Leaving Certificate Mathematics, both the development and applicability of ¬ Monte Carlo Inference ¬ Survey Sampling ¬ or equivalent. statistical methods in almost every area of Multivariate Analysis ¬ Actuarial Statistics I ¬ social science, science and business. Studying Statistics Research Portfolio ¬ Internship Opportunity as a Joint Major with one of the below: If you are interested in studying Statistics ¬ Study Abroad Opportunity ¬ Plus Other Art History German with an Arts and Humanities or Social Science subject ¬ Electives in Third Year. subject, then this degree could be for you. Drama Irish Assessment English Linguistics What will I study? Assessment is through a combination of French Spanish In first year, you will gain a broad overview of end-of-semester written examinations, the basic principles of statistical modelling projects and continuous assessment. and reasoning, while second and third years CAO Code DN700 BSc Social Sciences enhance this knowledge with a mixture of Career & Graduate Study Opportunities theoretical and applied modules to give you a More and more employers are seeking to CAO Points Range 2016 N/A well-rounded learning experience in statistics. hire statisticians, as they play a key role in virtually all areas of society and science, Length of course 4 Years Notably, you will learn how to use current including: DN700 Places 500 statistical software packages, giving insight to how statistical methods are used in practice. –– Industries such as finance, government, For general entry requirements, Statistics as part of a BA can be combined economic analysis, marketing, see pages 196-203 with one of eight subjects, including English education, health, medicine, environmental science Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements and Art History. O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics and –– Societal research which contributes three other recognised subjects BA Joint Honours: to understanding economic and social change, informing public policymaking Other Entry Routes same as above First Year Statistical Modelling ¬ Practical Statistics ¬ –– Development of new drugs in the Studying Statistics Calculus ¬ Plus Other Subject ¬ Electives pharmaceutical industry as a Joint Major with one of the below: Second Year Graduates may also pursue further study, Archeology Philosophy Probability Theory ¬ Inferential Statistics ¬ including the MA in Statistics, HDip in Economics Politics Linear Models I ¬ Linear Models II ¬ Plus Other Mathematical Science (qualifier for the MSc Geography Sociology Subject ¬ Plus Elective Modules in Mathematical Science) and GradDip in Information and Communication Studies Actuarial Science. Third Year Complex Time Series Analysis ¬ Statistical International Study Opportunities Other courses of interest Data Mining ¬ Monte Carlo Inference ¬ Survey –– University of California,USA Economics, Statistics & Mathematics �68 Sampling ¬ Multivariate Analysis ¬ Actuarial –– Queen’s University, Canada Statistics I Plus another subject Electives Computational Social Science �66 ¬ ¬ –– University of Perugia, Italy Statistics as part of a BSc can be combined –– University of Konstanz, Germany. with one of seven subjects, including Economics and Sociology.
www.ucd.ie/myucd/ahss UCD School of Mathematics and Statistics [email protected] Science Centre North, UCD, Belfield, Dublin 4 +353 1 716 2452 facebook.com/MyUCD 128 UCD Mathematical, Physical & Geological Sciences “In 6th Year, I didn’t really know which course to choose. By picking UCD Science, I got to try out subjects I was curious about, such as Biology and Chemistry, before choosing Statistics. The mix of problem solving, Mathematics and real-world applications in Statistics is ideal for someone with an aptitude for numbers. The data analysis skills I have learned in class are applied to real-world data and are incredibly valuable skills, sought after by employers. It can be fascinating to use modern computer software to extract useful information from what looks like a jumble of data! I’ve also had great fun taking part in the Science Society’s events Statistics like charity cycles, mystery tours and the Science ball, as well as becoming a Peer BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8)
Mentor and going on class trips abroad.” A map of Ireland showing radon in Irish dwellings; Eoin Whelan Student Map by the Radiological Protection Institute of Ireland.
Why is this course for me? All Science courses are full time, with many CAO Code DN200 According to The New York Times, statistics student timetables running from 9.00am is the number one career for the 21st to 5.00pm or later. Depending on the subject CAO Points Range 2016 510—625 century. In Ireland, employers can’t find choices, a weekly timetable can include enough qualified graduates and now is the lectures, practicals and tutorials. Length of Course 4 Years time to choose to study for a degree with Assessment varies with each module but DN200 Places 400 a great future. Wherever data is collected, may comprise continuous assessment statistics and data analytics skills are of practicals, written exams and online For general entry requirements, see pages 196-203 required. Statisticians develop mathematical learning activities. models for uncertainty and investigate Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements their properties and applicability. The power Career & Graduate Study Opportunities ¬ O3/H6 in Mathematics of modern computing continues to have a Statisticians play a key role in virtually all ¬ O3/H6 in a laboratory science (Applied major impact on both the development and areas of science and society: Mathematics or Geography may be used instead of a laboratory science subject) and applicability of statistical methods in almost –– In the pharmaceutical industry, statistical ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish and two other every area of science, business and industry. modelling is vital in developing new drugs recognised subjects All of the sciences, especially the biological –– Statisticians help businesses investigate Other school leaving examinations sciences, have in recent years become their customer behaviour to enhance See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd more quantitative and the skills gained their profitability from studying Statistics in UCD Science –– Statistical skills are key in the new Level 5/6 QQI-FET See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html complement all of the University’s Science emerging areas of bioscience, such as degrees. Combining Statistics with a degree genetics and bio-informatics Level 6/7 Progression Routes in any of the sciences will increase your –– Training in statistical science is valued Yes, see www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac employability. in many industries such as finance, Mature Entry Route What will I study? environmental science, economic See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents analysis, medicine, education, health This is a sample pathway for a degree in Special Entry Recommendations Statistics. Topics may include statistical and social services, and many areas of We recommend that all students in Statistics modelling, probability theory, biostatistics, government. should have a minimum Grade H3 in Leaving survey sampling, linear models, Bayesian With a Statistics degree, you’ll be in demand, Certificate Mathematics, or equivalent. statistics, Monte Carlo inference and as more and more employers are seeking actuarial statistics. to hire statisticians. There has never been a better time to take this degree. There are First Year various opportunities for graduate study Statistics ¬ Mathematics ¬ Computer Science ¬ in statistics in both taught and research Optional Science modules ¬ Elective modules programmes, and a number of our graduates Second Year complete further studies. Statistics ¬ + 1 other Science subject ¬ Elective modules International Study Opportunities Students may apply to study abroad for a Third Year semester or year in third year in a range of Statistics ¬ Mathematics ¬ Financial worldwide universities. Potential universities Mathematics ¬ Elective modules include: University of Texas at Austin, USA ¬ Fourth Year University of California, USA ¬ University Other courses of interest Statistics ¬ Applied & Computational of Perugia, Italy ¬ University of Konstanz, Financial Mathematics p 124 Mathematics ¬ Financial Mathematics Germany. Actuarial & Financial Studies p 135 Statistics p 128
Professor Brendan Murphy [email protected] www.ucd.ie/myucd/statistics UCD School of Mathematics & Statistics +353 1 716 2452 Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/UCDScience 129 UCD Mathematical, Physical & Geological Sciences “Having studied and thoroughly enjoyed Chemistry, Physics and Applied Maths for the Leaving Certificate, I knew I wanted to take the Maths and Physics path in University. UCD Science allows the opportunity to explore and gain insight into different areas in first year before deciding your final degree subject. However, at UCD the opportunities provided to you go far beyond your degree. In my time here, I have had the opportunity to become Physics with a Science Student Leader and UCD Student Ambassador, as well as gain my CMAS One Astronomy & Star Scuba Diving qualification. In my final year, I will have the opportunity to travel to Space Science La Laguna University in Tenerife to conduct a Mission Design Study for an astronomical BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) spacecraft mission. When I graduate, I hope to further my studies in a similar field.” Star Trails around Polaris on top of the IAC-80 telescope at Student Teide Observatory. Ciara Deering
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Why is this course for me? Fourth Year CAO Points Range 2016 510—625 The space sector is enjoying exceptional Physics with Astronomy & Space Science Length of Course 4 Years growth, with increasing demand for suitably Students either participate in a week-long DN200 Places 400 qualified graduates. Satellites play a key mission-design workshop at the University role in navigation, communication and of La Laguna in Tenerife, or they undertake For general entry requirements, space exploration. This course is primarily astronomical observations at Tenerife’s see pages 196-203 a Physics degree that also provides an Teide Observatory. Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements introduction to the applications of Physics in All Science courses are full time, with many ¬ O3/H6 in Mathematics Astrophysics and Space Science. Students student timetables running from 9.00am to ¬ O3/H6 in a laboratory science (Applied Mathematics or Geography may be used gain an understanding of how ground- 5.00pm or later. Depending on the subject instead of a laboratory science subject) and based and space-based technologies are choices, a weekly timetable can include ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish and two other used to explore the universe. Astronomers lectures, practicals and tutorials. recognised subjects pursue knowledge and understanding of the Assessment varies with each module but underlying processes at work in the universe Other school leaving examinations may comprise continuous assessment See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd through physics. The core of the degree is of practicals, written exams and online therefore an Institute of Physics accredited learning activities. Level 5/6 QQI-FET honours BSc qualification. See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html Career & Graduate Study Opportunities What will I study? Level 6/7 Progression Routes The space sector demands a highly skilled Yes, see www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac Students gain hands-on experience using workforce. There are opportunities for Mature Entry Route professional astronomical telescopes, graduates to work with major space See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents including UCD’s ‘Watcher’ robotic telescope agencies, such as ESA and NASA, or with in South Africa. Space instrumentation and space companies. Since the Physics with data analysis, including programming, form Astronomy & Space Science degree is an part of the laboratory training. accredited Physics degree, graduates are This is a sample pathway for a degree in also qualified to go into medical physics, Physics with Astronomy & Space Science: meteorology, semiconductor technology, energy, ICT and finance. First Year Physics ¬ Mathematics ¬ Astronomy & Space Graduates may apply for MSc programmes Science ¬ Optional Science modules ¬ Elective such as Space Science & Technology. They modules may also pursue research through PhD programmes in Ireland and abroad in many Second Year fields of physics. Physics ¬ + 1 other Science subject ¬ Elective modules International Study Opportunities Third Year Students can apply to study for a semester Physics with Astronomy & Space Science or year in third year in a number of Support is provided for students applying universities worldwide, including: Other courses of interest to summer internship programmes e.g. at –– University of California, Berkeley, USA Physics �125 ESA. UCD Physics offers research experience –– University of California, Santa Cruz, USA Theoretical Physics �131 to undergraduates, including in the –– San Jose State University, California, USA Astrophysics and Space Science research –– University of Melbourne, Australia. groups ¬ Elective modules.
www.ucd.ie/myucd/physics Professor Lorraine Hanlon & [email protected]/ withastronomyandspacescience Associate Professor John Quinn UCD School of Physics [email protected] +353 1 716 2214 Science Centre (North), Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/UCDScience 130 UCD Mathematical, Physical & Geological Sciences “I found Physics, in particular Quantum Physics, to be really interesting in secondary school and so chose to study Theoretical Physics at UCD because the course focuses heavily on the areas that I found cool. Especially in our last two years, we have the ability to tailor our module choices to the areas of Physics that we find interesting, be it Quantum Physics, Theoretical Astrophysics or Computational Physics, among many others. A great thing about Physics is all the support we get from lecturers, as well as the other years. Outside of studying, UCD gave me the option to Theoretical return to Lacrosse and Taekwondo, and I also picked up Judo. I got involved in the Physics Physics Society as Auditor, which allowed me to connect more with the other years and BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) people from across the university.” Writing the Rydberg formula for the wavelengths of Hydrogen Athina Lange Student atomic transitions.
CAO Code DN200
Why is this course for me? Fourth Year CAO Points Range 2016 510—625 The UCD Theoretical Physics degree puts Theoretical Physics (including General emphasis on the mathematical description Relativity, Quantum Field Theory, Length of Course 4 Years of physical phenomena, providing a Statistical and Particle Physics, Applied & DN200 Places 400 unified picture of the fundamental laws of Computational Mathematics, Theoretical nature. It’s ideally suited to students who Physics project). For general entry requirements, see pages 196-203 enjoy studying Mathematics and Physics All Science courses are full time, with many for their Leaving Certificate. Insights student timetables running from 9.00am Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements from Theoretical Physics are driving our to 5.00pm or later. Depending on the subject ¬ O3/H6 in Mathematics ¬ O3/H6 in a laboratory science (Applied understanding of nature at all scales, from choices, a weekly timetable can include lectures, practicals and tutorials. Mathematics or Geography may be used the origin of large-scale structures in the instead of a laboratory science subject) and universe to the Planck scale, where our Assessment varies with each module but ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish and two other current understanding of space and time may comprise continuous assessment recognised subjects breaks down. The degree comprehensively of practicals, written exams and online Other school leaving examinations learning activities. covers Theoretical Physics, while developing See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd your knowledge and expertise in problem Career & Graduate Study Opportunities solving, using analytical and computational Level 5/6 QQI-FET Theoretical Physics graduates can choose See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html techniques, which have wide application in, to develop careers in: for example, biophysics, econophysics, Level 6/7 Progression Routes –– Academic and government research quantum physics, relativity and nanoscience. Yes, see www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac institutions –– Energy technologies Mature Entry Route What will I study? See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents This is a sample pathway for a degree –– Information and communication in Theoretical Physics. Topics include technology electromagnetism, mathematical –– Advanced materials [e.g. semiconductor modelling, mechanics and special relativity, industry] vector calculus, statistical physics, fluid –– Management consulting, stock market mechanics, computational science, and financial risk analysis quantum mechanics and nuclear physics, –– Climate change and environmental general relativity, and statistical physics. impact analysis –– Second- and third-level education. First Year Our Theoretical Physics graduates are Physics ¬ Mathematics ¬ Optional Science well prepared for further research and modules ¬ Elective modules have successfully completed PhDs in MIT, Second Year Caltech, Harvard, Princeton and Cambridge, Theoretical Physics ¬ + 1 other Science as well as in UCD. subject ¬ Elective modules International Study Opportunities Third Year Students can apply to study for a semester Theoretical Physics (includes Quantum or year in third year in a number of Other courses of interest Physics and Electrodynamics, Applied universities worldwide, including: Applied & Computational Mathematics �123 & Computational Mathematics and –– University of California, Berkeley, USA Physics �125 Mathematics) ¬ Elective modules –– University of California, Santa Cruz, USA –– San Jose State University, California, USA –– University of Melbourne, Australia.
Dr Vladimir Lobaskin, UCD School of Physics [email protected] www.ucd.ie/myucd/ Professor Adrian Ottewill, UCD School of Mathematics [email protected] theoreticalphysics and Statistics +353 1 716 2432 Science Centre, Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/UCDScience 131 UCD Mathematical, Physical & Geological Sciences “Geology at UCD provided me with both a solid understanding of the subject and excellent practical skills. The skills acquired through the practical coursework and field trips play an important part in my everyday work in the field of contaminated land and geotechnical ground investigation. Following my BSc degree and Master’s in Environment Engineering Technology, with UCD’s Department of Biosystems Engineering, I worked with an environmental planning consultancy in Ireland. I then relocated to the UK to work with a geo-environmental and geotechnical consultancy. I am currently Geology enjoying living in Sydney and working with an international engineering consultancy on BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) large-scale contaminated land remediation projects.”
Second year field class in the Doolough valley, Co. Mayo. Aoife Mc Kenna Graduate
CAO Code DN200
Why is this course for me? All Science courses are full time, with many CAO Points Range 2016 510—625 Geology is the study of the earth: the nature student timetables running from 9.00am Length of Course 4 Years and origin of materials that make up our to 5.00pm or later. Depending on the subject DN200 Places 400 planet and the natural and energy resources choices, a weekly timetable can include it provides. It explores the processes that lectures, practicals and tutorials. For general entry requirements, shape the earth (e.g. climate change, see pages 196-203 Assessment varies with each module but earthquakes, volcanoes and landslides). may comprise continuous assessment Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements Geology addresses fundamental questions of practicals, written exams and online ¬ O3/H6 in Mathematics regarding the structure, age and evolution of ¬ O3/H6 in a laboratory science (Applied learning activities. Mathematics or Geography may be used the earth, its controlling processes and the instead of a laboratory science subject) and history of life. Geology impacts profoundly Career & Graduate Study Opportunities ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish and two other on many aspects of life and society. Geology graduates work in areas essential recognised subjects to understanding and protecting the What will I study? environment, in industries using natural Other school leaving examinations This is a sample pathway for a degree in See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd resources and developing infrastructure in Geology. Topics include sedimentology, roles such as geological surveyors, petroleum Level 5/6 QQI-FET palaeobiology, geochemistry, volcanology, See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html and mineral exploration and production petrology, geophysics, structural geology, geologists, mine geologists, hydrogeologists, Level 6/7 Progression Routes tectonics, earth evolution, earth resources oceanographers, geochemists, environmental Yes, see www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac and applied geology. consultants and engineering and structural Mature Entry Route First Year geologists. See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents Geology ¬ Mathematics ¬ Optional Science Graduates can also pursue a range of MSc modules ¬ Elective modules or PhD opportunities in Ireland or abroad. Graduate programmes include the UCD MSc Second Year Geology (includes a residential field course in Petroleum Geoscience, and programmes offered by several UK universities include in the west of Ireland) ¬ + 1 other Science MSc in Hydrogeology, MSc in Engineering subject ¬ Elective modules Geology, and MSc in Oceanography. Third Year Geology (includes residential field courses in Ireland and England) ¬ Elective modules Fourth Year Geology: the year begins with a summer field-mapping research project, with follow-up research and report completion during the first semester of fourth year. There is a 10-day residential field course, usually held in Spain. Other courses of interest Landscapes & Society �69
www.ucd.ie/myucd/geology Associate Professor Julian Menuge [email protected] UCD School of Earth Sciences +353 1 716 2141 Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/UCDScience 132 UCD Mathematical, Physical & Geological Sciences “I studied Theoretical Physics here in UCD as my undergraduate degree because it combined the two subjects I was really interested in: Mathematics and Physics. Mathematics is fundamental in science and is particularly relevant in physics, since it provides a way of understanding and unravelling how the world around us works. A few years after graduating, I decided I wanted to work in Applied education and enjoyed teaching Mathematics, Physics and Applied Mathematics at second level and Mathematics Education at third Mathematics, level. It is essential that there are more teachers of Mathematics and Science who Mathematics are knowledgeable and passionate about their subjects and the Science and Mathematics & Education Education pathways in DN200 will contribute to the next generation of well-qualified and BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) innovative teachers.” & MSc (NFQ Level 9) Dr Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin Staff Practical class and teaching mathematics.
CAO Code DN200
Why is this course for me? Career & Graduate Study Opportunities CAO Points Range 2016 510—625 If you’re interested in mathematics and On completion of the BSc, students have applied mathematics, and think you might guaranteed entry to the MSc in Mathematics Length of Course 5 Years (BSc 4 Years + like to teach these subjects at post-primary & Science Education, provided they have MSc 1 Year) level, then this course may be for you. It’s achieved a GPA of 3.08. This is equivalent to DN200 Places 400 designed so that from the start, you study a 2.1 Honours. mathematics and applied mathematics, For general entry requirements, Placements are integrated into this course see pages 196-203 along with education, in an integrated from first year. Care is taken to slowly Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements manner. In third year, you will gain teaching introduce you to placements to enable you experience by completing placements ¬ O3/H6 in Mathematics to build confidence before taking a class. ¬ O3/H6 in a laboratory science (Applied (which we find for you) in a post-primary During the last two years of the course, Mathematics or Geography may be used school and as a third-level tutor. students are assigned year-long placements instead of a laboratory science subject) and The four-year BSc in Applied Mathematics, at two different post-primary schools. These ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish and two other recognised subjects Mathematics & Education leads directly placements are designed so that students to the one-year MSc in Mathematics and not only obtain teaching experience, but also Other school leaving examinations Science Education. On completion of both gain a whole-of-school experience through See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd degrees, you are fully qualified to teach participating in parent-teacher meetings, Level 5/6 QQI-FET Applied Mathematics and Mathematics to timetabling etc. The complete five-year See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html Higher Level Leaving Certificate Level. course is fully accredited by the Teaching Level 6/7 Progression Routes Council of Ireland. What will I study? Yes, see www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac This is a sample pathway for Applied Mature Entry Route Mathematics, Mathematics & Education. See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents Special Entry Recommendations First Year KEY FACTS We recommend that all students in Applied Mathematics ¬ Applied Mathematics ¬ The five-year course is fully accredited Mathematics, Mathematics & Education Education ¬ Elective modules by the Teaching Council of Ireland. should have a minimum Grade H4 in Leaving Certificate Mathematics, or equivalent. Second Year Placements are integrated into this course Mathematics ¬ Applied Mathematics ¬ from first year, with year-long placements Education ¬ Elective modules at two different post-primary schools during the final two years of the course. Third Year Mathematics ¬ Applied Mathematics ¬ Education ¬ School placement – one placement in a post-primary school, and one placement as a third-level tutor Fourth Year Education ¬ School placement ¬ Mathematics & Applied Mathematics Other courses of interest Fifth Year Biology, Mathematics & Education �117 Education ¬ School placement Chemistry, Mathematics & Education �122 Physics, Mathematics & Education �134
Associate Professor Maria Meehan [email protected] www.ucd.ie/myucd/amathed UCD School of Mathematics & Statistics +353 1 716 2581 Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/UCDScience 133 UCD Mathematical, Physical & Geological Sciences “The Science DN200 course was a perfect option for me as it allowed me to study all the sciences in first year, before concentrating on my chosen pathway of Physics, Maths & Education. I plan to further my studies to MSc level, where I hope to qualify as a post-primary education teacher. Such is the flexibility of this course, however, that many other options are still available to me in both Maths and Physics. UCD offers many opportunities for students to get involved. I have been a member of UCD GAA Physics, club since first year and play with the Men’s Gaelic Football Team. It is a good way of getting Mathematics a break from time spent studying.” & Education Jim Rossiter Student
BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) & MSc (NFQ Level 9) Students discussing how to prepare a physics class.
CAO Code DN200
Why is this course for me? Fifth Year CAO Points Range 2016 510—625 If you are interested in physics and Education ¬ School placement Length of Course 5 Years (BSc 4 Years + mathematics, and think you might like Career & Graduate Study Opportunities MSc 1 Year) to teach these subjects at post-primary On completion of the BSc, students have DN200 Places 400 level, then this course may be for you. It’s guaranteed entry to the MSc in Mathematics designed so that from the start, you study & Science Education, provided they have For general entry requirements, physics and mathematics, along with see pages 196-203 achieved a GPA of 3.08. This is equivalent to education, in an integrated manner. In third a 2.1 Honours. Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements year, you’ll gain teaching experience by ¬ O3/H6 in Mathematics completing placements (which we find for Placements are integrated into this course ¬ O3/H6 in a laboratory science (Applied from first year. Care is taken to slowly Mathematics or Geography may be used you) in a post-primary school and as a third- instead of a laboratory science subject) and level tutor. introduce you to placements to enable you to build confidence before taking a class. ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish and two other The four-year BSc in Physics, Mathematics recognised subjects During the last two years of the course, & Education leads directly to the one-year students are assigned year-long placements MSc in Mathematics and Science Education. Other school leaving examinations at two different post-primary schools. These See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd On completion of both degrees, you are fully placements are designed so that students qualified to teach Physics and Mathematics Level 5/6 QQI-FET not only obtain teaching experience, but to Higher Level Leaving Certificate Level and See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html also gain a whole-of-school experience Science to Junior Certificate Level. Level 6/7 Progression Routes through participating in parent-teacher Yes, see www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac What will I study? meetings,timetabling etc. The complete Mature Entry Route This is a sample pathway for Physics, five-year course is fully accredited by the See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents Mathematics & Education. Teaching Council of Ireland. Special Entry Recommendations First Year We recommend that all students in Physics, Mathematics & Education should have a Physics ¬ Mathematics ¬ Education ¬ Biology minimum Grade H4 in Leaving Certificate & Chemistry ¬ Elective modules KEY FACTS Mathematics, or equivalent. Second Year The five-year course is fully accredited Physics ¬ Mathematics ¬ Education ¬ Elective by the Teaching Council of Ireland. modules Placements are integrated into this course Third Year from first year, with year-long placements at two different post-primary schools Physics ¬ Mathematics ¬ Education ¬ School during the final two years of the course. placement – one placement in a post- primary school, and one placement as a third-level tutor
Fourth Year Education ¬ School placement ¬ Physics & Mathematics Other courses of interest Applied Mathematics, Mathematics & Education �133 Biology, Mathematics & Education �117 Chemistry, Mathematics & Education �122
www.ucd.ie/myucd/ Associate Professor Maria Meehan [email protected] physmathed UCD School of Mathematics & Statistics +353 1 716 2581 Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/UCDScience 134 UCD Actuarial & Financial Studies “One of the most important aspects of the degree was the six-month work placement during third year. It provided excellent exposure to the working environment and gave a taste of what it is like to work as an actuary. Another advantage is the small class size. The class is a tight-knit group and this is important during the degree and in the work environment afterwards. I now work in Regulation and my role involves reviewing reports on insurers’ pricing, reserving and risk management processes. The work can be challenging and actuaries are constantly updating their knowledge and skills to adapt to Actuarial & the changing environment with the introduction of new regulations and greater emphasis on risk Financial Studies management after the financial crisis in 2008.” Marie Bradley Graduate, BAFS (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) FSAI, Senior Actuary at Central Bank of Ireland
CAO Code DN230
Why is this course for me? Second Year CAO Points Range 2016 560—625 If you enjoy studying Higher Level Actuarial & Financial Studies ¬ Elective Mathematics for the Leaving Certificate or modules Length of Course 4 Years at A-Level and you have strong analytical Third Year DN230 Places 47 and problem-solving skills, the UCD BAFS Actuarial & Financial Studies includes a six- (Hons) degree could be for you. An actuary For general entry requirements, month supervised professional placement see pages 196-203 is a professional who uses numbers to make in insurance and financial institutions in judgements about the future, compared to Ireland, the UK or the USA Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements an accountant who is a professional who ¬ H2 in Mathematics Fourth Year ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish typically uses numbers to make judgements Actuarial & Financial Studies. and three other recognised subjects about the past. This course will prepare you for a professional career in the actuarial or The Actuarial & Financial Studies course is Other school leaving examinations financial professions, but it has also been full time and includes a mixture of lectures, See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd designed to be broader and more diverse than tutorials and practical assignments. Level 5/6 QQI-FET most traditional courses in actuarial science. Assessment for each module will vary and None A good actuary requires a multi- may comprise a written exam, multiple- Level 6/7 Progression Routes disciplined education in fields such choice questionnaires and continuous None as mathematics, economics, finance, assessment activities. Mature Entry Route statistics, risk management, psychology See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents and professionalism and ethics. It takes Career & Graduate Study Opportunities a combination of strong analytical skills, Most BAFS graduates take positions as business knowledge and understanding of actuarial trainees in the following: human behaviour to design and manage –– Life insurance programmes that control risk and guarantee –– Pensions sufficient funds for the insurance and –– Health insurance pension sectors. Actuaries have traditionally –– General insurance worked mostly in the life assurance and pensions industries but are increasing Should you achieve a sufficiently high moving into wider fields, where they can standard in the degree, you’ll gain some employ their multi-disciplined approach. (or all) exemptions from the Core Technical series examinations (CT1:8) as well as the What will I study? Core Applications CA1 examination of the This is a sample pathway for a degree in Institute and Faculty of Actuaries. Actuarial & Financial Studies. Subjects Some graduates also work in banking or include accountancy, finance, mathematics, finance as business or financial analysts. information management and statistics. As a graduate of the BAFS degree, you’re First Year also eligible to pursue graduate study in Mathematics ¬ Economics ¬ Statistics ¬ statistics, computer science, economics, Other courses of interest Accounting ¬ Computer Science ¬ Elective mathematics, management science, finance Commerce 98 modules and other specialist business subjects. � Economics & Finance �101 Financial Mathematics �124
Associate Professor Shane Whelan [email protected] www.ucd.ie/myucd/ UCD School of Mathematics & Statistics +353 1 716 2583 actuarialandfinancialstudies Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/UCDScience 135 UCD Computer Science “It took me a while to realise I wanted to study Computer Science. In school I was very interested in Maths and problem solving and for a while, a Maths degree topped my CAO. After I found out more about Computer Science, I realised that it could provide me with an outlet for my love of problem solving with a practical element too. I picked UCD because I liked that their degree had more software elements than others, whilst still remaining balanced. I completed a Summer Internship after third year with Deloitte in their Technology Consulting Computer department. For my Fourth Year project, I chose to develop a web application called Science Helping Hand. It connects people with others in their locality to get help with small favours such BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) as asking for a drop of milk. When I graduate, I plan to return to Deloitte in a full-time position.” “Visualising a goal” as part of a Computer Science module Clíodhna Connolly Student in Project Management.
CAO Code DN201
Why is this course for me? Fourth Year CAO Points Range 2016 485—585 Do you ever wonder how Google, Skype, Computer Science (includes a research Length of Course 4 Years Internet banking or computer games project) DN201 Places 105 work? Would you like to develop the next The Computer Science course is full time generation of cutting-edge computing and includes a mixture of lectures, tutorials For general entry requirements, technologies? If you’re a logical thinker who and practical assignments. see pages 196-203 likes problem solving and you enjoy subjects Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements like mathematics, a degree in Computer Assessment for each module will vary and ¬ O3/H6 in Mathematics Science could be for you. Computer may comprise a written exam, individual ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish. scientists have advanced data compression homework assignments, group projects and and three other recognised subjects technology that inspired the digital media continuous assessment. revolution, e.g. DVDs, mp3s and YouTube Other school leaving examinations Career & Graduate Study Opportunities See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd video streaming. A UCD Computer Science degree equips Level 5/6 QQI-FET you with the necessary skills to work as a See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html What will I study? This is a sample pathway for a degree in computer programmer, software engineer Level 6/7 Progression Routes Computer Science. Topics include advanced or architect, database designer, web Yes, see www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac software engineering, mobile application developer, network engineer, digital Mature Entry Route development, networks and Internet circuit designer, systems administrator or See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents systems and web multimedia. Students manager, and IT consultant. Many graduates learn programming languages such as Java, also go on to start their own companies. Perl and Ruby; markup languages such as With a BSc in Computer Science, you’re HTML, XML; Internet technologies such as also eligible to pursue graduate study in ASP, PHP and Flash; and graphics languages computer science and in related areas, such such as OpenGL and VRML. Students will as business, mathematics and engineering. also use both Windows and Linux/Unix International Study Opportunities operating systems. Universities that students have visited to First Year date include the University of Auckland, New Computer Science ¬ Mathematics ¬ Zealand, the University of California, Irvine, Elective modules USA, and Fudan University, Shanghai, China. Second Year Computer Science ¬ Mathematics ¬ Elective modules
Third Year “My UCD Computer Science degree provided Computer Science (UCD School of Computer me with the essential skills I need for my Science & Informatics runs a research career as a software development engineer summer internship programme and in Test in Microsoft.” students can apply for summer and longer Other courses of interest Siobhan Dunne internships in companies such as Google, Software Development Engineer at Microsoft Commerce �98 Microsoft and IBM) ¬ Elective modules Applied & Computational Mathematics �123
www.ucd.ie/myucd/ Professor Pádraig Cunningham [email protected] computerscience UCD School of Computer Science +353 1 716 2483 Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/UCDScience 136 UCD Computer Science with Data Science Professor Cunningham is Head of the School of Computer Science and Professor of Knowledge and Data Engineering. He has been involved in research in Data Analytics for over 20 years and has published over 200 papers in the area. He is a founding director of the Insight Centre for Data Analytics (insight-centre.org) and the Centre for Applied Data Analytics (ceadar. ie) both located in UCD. Through CeADAR and Insight, the UCD School of Computer Science collaborate with over 70 companies on Data Computer Science research. Professor Pádraig Cunningham Science with Staff Data Science
BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8)
CAO Code DN201 Why is this course for me? First Year If you have an interest in technology and Computer Science ¬ Mathematics ¬ Elective CAO Points Range 2016 485—585 trends, this degree could be for you. At modules Length of Course 4 Years its core, data science is about extracting Second Year DN201 Places 105 insights from data that can transform the Computer Science ¬ Mathematics ¬ Elective way a company operates. For example, modules For general entry requirements, understanding data can match millions of Third Year see pages 196-203 businesses with new customers around Computer Science ¬ Data Science ¬ Elective Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements the world in the areas of advertising and modules ¬ O3/H6 in Mathematics e-commerce. Mining large-scale data ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish. sets based on our health can inform Fourth Year and three other recognised subjects pharmaceutical companies when choosing Computer Science ¬ Data Science (includes a Other school leaving examinations new medicines to develop and capturing research project) See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd data streams from wearable devices can The Computer Science course is full time improve our understanding of our habits Level 5/6 QQI-FET and includes a mixture of lectures, tutorials See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html and routines. Agri-food, energy, transport, and practical assignments. Assessment government and education are all examples varies with each module but may comprise Level 6/7 Progression Routes of industries on the verge of being continuous assessment of practicals, Yes, see www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac transformed by the power of data-driven written exams and online learning activities. Mature Entry Route methods. See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents Career & Graduate Study Opportunities What will I study? Graduates with training in Computer Science This degree follows the same first two years with Data Science work in fields such as: as the BSc in Computer Science, which –– Banking and Financial Services will give you an excellent foundation in Computer Science and Mathematics. The –– Consultancy (e.g. Accenture, Deloitte) in-depth focus on Data Science begins in –– Internet companies such as Google, Third Year, when you will study Statistics, PayPal and Facebook Data Management and Data Analytics. The –– Established ICT companies such as IBM, aim is to provide the technical depth and Microsoft and Intel the practical experience that you will need –– ICT Startups to stand out in an increasingly demanding Graduates can also pursue a range of market place. Modules will include hands-on MSc or PhD programmes such as the MSc experience with contemporary data science Computer Science (Negotiated Learning) or tools such as Hadoop, NoSQL, Python, SciPy, the MSc Digital Forensics and Cybercrime SciKit.Learn, Matplotlib, Numpy and Panda. Investigation. This is a sample pathway for a degree in Computer Science with Data Science. Sample International Study Opportunities topics include Machine Learning, Probability Universities that students have visited to Theory, Introduction to AI, Networks & date include the University of Auckland, New Other courses of interest Internet Systems, Data Science in Python, Zealand, the University of California, Irvine, Actuarial and Financial Studies �135 Data Mining, Information Visualisation, and USA, and Fudan University, Shanghai, China. Computer Science �136 Programming for Big Data. Theoretical Physics �131
Professor Pádraig Cunningham [email protected] www.myucd.ie/computer-science- UCD School of Computer Science +353 1 716 2483 data-science/ Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/UCDScience 137
Medicine
Medicine 139 Medicine (Graduate Entry) 141 Biomedical, Health & Life Sciences 142
From your first day in the dissection Why UCD Medicine? Your First Year Experience lab to the start of your clinical training, As a UCD medical student, you will In your first year, you will be introduced to student life at UCD School of Medicine experience a modern, internationally the science of medicine, which underpins our is a stimulating, diverse and vibrant recognised curriculum that introduces biomedical and clinical curriculum. You will experience. When you choose Medicine at UCD, you choose early patient patient contact and clinical skills at an also be introduced to ethical, societal and contact, a world-class curriculum and early stage. Our modular programmes technological issues relevant to the practice an unrivalled calendar of social and combine lectures and seminars from leading of medicine. extracurricular activities. academics and practitioners, patient- Teaching methods include lectures, small led learning and clinically based real-world group sessions, practicals and tutorials. education at Ireland’s leading network of acute and specialist teaching hospitals. Your first year is also an opportunity to explore the diversity of university life. Not You will have opportunities to benefit only can you design your own degree with from a range of integrated international electives from across UCD, but you will enjoy study options, which could take you all a student experience that includes over 70 over the world, and to immerse yourself student societies, 55 sports clubs and a in the science of medicine through our state-of-the-art student sports centre. acclaimed undergraduate student research programme. All of our programmes are delivered at Ireland’s most diverse, student-friendly university.
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138 UCD Medicine “Starting on my clinical placement has been by far the most interesting part of the course. It’s fascinating to see the things we’ve studied in text books and lectures actually happening, and we get to be really involved in patient care, so each day is different. I would say hands-down it’s the best decision you will ever make. I’ve met so many great friends and the entire college experience has been so rewarding.” Niamh Crotty Graduate Medicine
MB, BCh, BAO (Hons) (NFQ Level 8)
CAO Code DN400
Why is this course for me? Fifth & Sixth Year CAO Points Range 2016 540—625 Our curriculum is patient-centred and Immersive clinical attachments, instruction HPAT Score Range 2016 167—222 in the various medical specialties, clinical continually adapts to the needs of Combined Range 2016 730—777 society and developments in medical elective and professional completion. Length of Course 6 Years1 knowledge. You’ll learn from world-class Highlights include: Places 90 educators and patients in state-of-the- Medicine ¬ Surgery ¬ Obstetrics & 1 art facilities, immerse yourself in our Gynaecology ¬ Paediatrics ¬ Psychiatry ¬ Applicants who accept a place in DN400 and who have previous third level credits may apply for Recognition acclaimed undergraduate student research General Practice & Community Medicine ¬ of Prior Learning. Applicants may be granted programme and benefit from a diverse, Legal Medicine ¬ Public Health Medicine ¬ exemption from some or all of stage 1. international student population. Professional Completion For general entry requirements see page 196-203 The main hospitals associated with our The Medicine programme combines lectures, programme are St Vincent’s University seminars, patient educator sessions, Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements Hospital and the Mater Misericordiae simulations, small group tutorials O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics, a third and clinical bedside learning. For a full course language, a laboratory science subject and University Hospital. In addition, there are one other recognised subjects more than 20 other training hospitals and outline, visit www.ucd.ie/myucd/med/. Minimum or equivalent, more than 100 primary care practices Assessment methods include end-of- 480 CAO points which must be achieved in the same that facilitate your learning. You will also semester exams, practicals and continuous examination sitting as subject matriculation benefit from a diverse range of exciting assessment. requirements international placement opportunities. Plus HPAT admission test. For scoring details Career & Graduate Study Opportunities see: www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/ What will I study? Graduates of the School have achieved DN400_HPAT.html worldwide recognition in clinical practice, First Year Other school leaving examinations Focuses on core sciences and their research and healthcare leadership. Upon See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd application to Medicine. Highlights include: graduation, you must complete one year as an intern to gain full registration with the Level 5/6 QQI-FET Chemistry ¬ Biology ¬ Physics ¬ Genetics ¬ None Human Ethics ¬ Healthcare Imaging ¬ Science Irish Medical Council. You may then pursue Medicine & Society training towards a career in a wide variety Mature Entry Route of specialties, in diverse settings, including See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents Second Year hospitals and primary care facilities, Health Screening & Garda Vetting Focuses on the structure and function of or laboratory-based diagnosis and research. healthy organ systems. See page 197 Highlights include: International Study Opportunities Anatomy Dissection ¬ Interviewing patients Our international network offers students in the community exciting opportunities to gain experience Third & Fourth Year overseas. Scholarships are available to Complete the study of organ systems in support elective periods in clinical and health and disease. academic centres all over the world. Begin clinical attachments. Highlights include: Other courses of interest Pathology ¬ Microbiology ¬ Pharmacology Biomedical, Health & Life Sciences �142 ¬ Neurosciences ¬ Clinical Skills and Radiography �144 attachments in hospitals ¬ Clinical Diagnosis Physiotherapy �154 & Therapeutics ¬ Respiratory Diseases Science �103
UCD Health Sciences Programme Office [email protected] www.ucd.ie/myucd/med C134, 1st Floor Health Sciences Centre +353 1 716 6656 Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/MedicineUCD @UCDMedicine 139 Studying UCD Medicine
Year 1 Engage with the principles
SCIENTIFIC PRINCIPLES OF HUMAN HEALTH
Physical Sciences Genetics Social & Ethical Concepts Cellular & Human Biology
Year 2 Refine your knowledge Graduate UNDERSTANDING HEALTHY ORGAN SYSTEMS CLINICAL CONCEPTS Entry to Medicine
Anatomy Histology Biochemistry Physiology Health Informatics/Basic Clinical (GEM) Skills/Public Health Two years
Years 3 & 4 Apply your knowledge
UNDERSTANDING HUMAN DISEASE CLINICAL & PROFESSIONAL CONCEPTS
Anatomy & Physiology Pathology Clinical Skills Disability Studies ENT &
Diagnosis & Professionalism Ophthalmology/ Clinical Pharmacology Microbiology Therapeutics Ethics Therapeutics
Years 5 & 6 Prepare for professional practice
HOSPITAL & COMMUNITY BASED ADVANCED CLINICAL PRACTICE
Paediatrics Psychiatry Legal Medicine Professional International Completion Medicine Surgery study abroad Obstetrics & General Public Health including option Gynaecology Practice Medicine Subinternship
MB, BCh, BAO (Honours)
Specialise through Shape your career UCD graduate study with UCD Medicine
Master’s (Research) & PhD HOSPITAL CONSULTANT: Doctor Medicine, Surgery, Paediatrics, Obstetrics, Translational Research MSc, MCh, PhD: Psychiatry, Radiology, Anaesthesia Vascular Disease & Diabetes GENERAL PRACTITIONER Infection & Inflammation PUBLIC HEALTH DOCTOR Biological Imaging CLINICAL RESEARCH
Internship alongside UCD Certified Training Programme
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140 UCD Medicine “My time at UCD has been both academically stimulating and personally rewarding. From student research competitions to Hospitals Rugby and more, the University, and the Graduate Entry Medicine programme in particular, caters for all interests. Entering clinical years has allowed me to focus my career goals and gain a true appreciation for a patient-centred approach to medicine. There is a real sense of camaraderie among my classmates and their support and that of the faculty is tremendous. I look forward to my upcoming summer electives in North America, and then my return to UCD for Medicine my final year. I’m delighted to say that my experience has been nothing but positive (Graduate Entry) and I know that UCD Medicine has fully prepared me for my medical career.” MB, BCh, BAO (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) Hilary Dowdall Graduate
CAO Code DN401
Why is this course for me? Learning methods include lectures, small UCD Graduate Entry Medicine (GEM) group sessions, practicals and enquiry- GAMSAT Score Range 2016 59— 72 provides an innovative, science-driven and based learning in the classroom and at Length of Course 4 Years patient-centred curriculum, delivered by the bedside. Places 77 world-class educators in state-of-the-art Career & Graduate Study Opportunities facilities. Entry Requirements Graduates of the School have achieved Minimum grade of second-class honours, The main hospitals associated with our worldwide recognition in clinical practice, grade 1 (2.1) in first Honours Bachelor’s programme are St Vincent’s University research and healthcare leadership. degree (NFQ Level 8). The degree can be in Hospital and the Mater Misericordiae Upon graduation, you must complete one any discipline. University Hospital. In addition, there are year as an intern to gain full registration All applicants will be required to submit a more than 20 other training hospitals and with the Irish Medical Council. You may current GAMSAT score. Places are awarded via the CAO on the basis of GAMSAT scores. more than 100 primary care practices that then pursue training towards a career in facilitate your learning. Although only graduates are eligible to apply a wide variety of specialties, in diverse for this programme, the graduate Medicine This intensive, focused course is designed settings, including hospitals and primary degree is equivalent in standard to the for students with an undergraduate degree care facilities, or laboratory-based undergraduate Medicine degree. diagnosis and research. who wish to pursue a career in medicine. Fees Please refer to www.ucd.ie/fees
What will I study? International Study Opportunities Further information on application process: Our international network offers students First & Second Year See Entry to Medicine in Student Resources exciting opportunities to gain experience section on www.cao.ie In the first semester, you’ll take a series of overseas. Scholarships are available to modules that introduce the application of support elective periods in clinical and Non-EU Applicants medical science to the study of biological academic centres all over the world. See www.ucd.ie/myucd/noneu systems and disease. You’ll also learn the clinical skills needed for the rest of the Mature Entry Route None programme. The remainder of the first two years integrates the medical science Health Screening & Garda Vetting disciplines, while gradually expanding See page 197 your professional capabilities in a clinical environment.
Third & Fourth Year In the final two years, hospital and community placements with structured clinical education complete your degree. During your clinical training, you’ll participate in a series of specialist rotations, including medicine, surgery, psychiatry, obstetrics and paediatrics. Finally, you’ll undertake our acclaimed Professional Completion module Other courses of interest to integrate your knowledge and prepare Veterinary Medicine (Graduate Entry) �178 you for life as an intern.
UCD Health Sciences Programme Office [email protected] www.ucd.ie/myucd/med C134, 1st Floor Health Sciences Centre +353 1 716 6656 Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/MedicineUCD @UCDMedicine 141 UCD Medicine “Biomedical Health and Life Sciences is a unique course that has surpassed my expectations. The large choice of classes allowed us to delve into our own particular area of interest, while giving us an insight into both the scientific and medical aspects of treating human illnesses. Our degree focused on the “bench to bedside” approach of treating diseases, where we work as part of a larger, inter-disciplinary health care system. Other opportunities, such as voluntary Biomedical, summer research electives and a fourth year research project, really enhanced our learning experiences. A twelve-week research Health & project also allowed us to put our academic and practical knowledge to use. I regard my Life Sciences decision to study this course in UCD as the right choice, and I feel well equipped to participate BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) and contribute to the world of medical research during these exciting times.” Jane Bugler Graduate
CAO Code DN440
Why is this course for me? Fourth Year CAO Points Range 2016 540—600 This course will appeal to those with a keen You’ll build skills in biomedical research Length of Course 4 Years interest in science and in how research through interactions and research rotations Places 40 and technology can impact on human with international researchers in a range health. You’ll learn how scientifically driven of disease areas. These are undertaken For general entry requirements, investigations can advance our knowledge within the School of Medicine and its see pages 196-203 of disease prevention, detection and affiliated teaching hospitals. Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements treatment. The programme will immerse The degree will develop your fundamental O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics, a you in modern medical and biological knowledge in the translation of scientific third language, a laboratory science sciences, and focus on the application discovery into clinical utilisation. subject and one other recognised subject of scientific developments. The flexible, You’ll take modules in: Other school leaving examinations modular structure of this degree allows you See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd to specialise in the areas of investigative Cloning, gene therapy and stem cells ¬ biomedical science that interest you, Advanced neurochemistry ¬ Drug discovery Level 5/6 QQI-FET & development ¬ Clinical biomarkers ¬ None particularly in the later stages of the degree. Genetics, disease & behaviour. Mature Entry Route What will I study? See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents You’ll have the opportunity to be involved in First Year peer-reviewed abstracts and publications Health Screening & Garda Vetting You’ll not only take modules in: and to present at national and international See page 197 Clinical Human Anatomy ¬ Translational meetings. Research ¬ Basic Tissues & Early You’ll experience an innovative mix Development ¬ Genetics Cell Biology, of learning methods, including lectures, you’ll also start to learn about translational small group tutorials, research projects research and the influence of science and and laboratory-based learning. medicine on society. Assessment methods include end-of- Second & Third Year semester exams, continuous assessment, You’ll continue with modules in Cell Biology, report writing and oral presentations. Biochemistry, Pharmacology and Physiology. You’ll also start to integrate modules Career & Graduate Study Opportunities focusing on specific diseases and disease Typically, graduates will follow scientific processes, in order to learn more about the careers in biomedical research, undertaking development of new, more effective means MSc and PhD higher degrees. They also have of diagnosing, treating and preventing a high success rate for entry to Graduate illness. Supporting modules include: Entry Medicine programmes and pursue opportunities in the pharmaceutical and Biostatistics ¬ Neuroscience ¬ Laboratory biotechnology industries, as well as other Skills ¬ Cardiac/Vascular Biology ¬ areas allied to health. Pharmacology/Biochemistry ¬ Renal Biology Other courses of interest ¬ Bioinformatics Genetics & proteomics ¬ Medicine 139 � Mechanisms of disease ¬ Endocrine, renal Physiotherapy 154 � and reproductive pharmacology ¬ Central Science �103 nervous system diseases. Veterinary Medicine �176
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Radiography
Do you care about helping others with Why UCD Radiography? Your First Year Experience your skills and knowledge? UCD is one of Europe’s leading centres of As a first year Radiography student, you Radiography is a caring profession that excellence for radiography and diagnostic will be introduced to the concepts of also calls for considerable technological imaging. You will follow an innovative radiation science and technology, human expertise. It has come a long way since curriculum that is constantly evolving anatomy and radiographic techniques. its birth in 1895, when X-rays were to meet the needs of modern healthcare. You will experience interdisciplinary discovered. Today it is central to modern The programme is delivered in a state-of- teaching and share some modules with healthcare systems and involves working the-art, interdisciplinary environment, by Medicine, Physiotherapy and Biomedical, with rapidly evolving technologies – with expert staff from within the School Health & Life Sciences students. You will patient diagnosis, treatment and care and throughout our nationwide clinical also have your first patient contact in one at its core. Radiography also offers training network. You will become an of our many affiliated teaching hospitals, graduates exceptional employment integral part of the department team, gaining hands-on experience of using opportunities and exciting pathways working alongside radiography colleagues diagnostic imaging equipment. By the for progression and further study. and other health professionals to learn and end of the year, you will have a grasp of refine your professional skills. many basic radiographic techniques and a clear indication of what lies ahead in the From early in first year, you will have access programme. These are your first steps to modern imaging and clinical education on the road to becoming a healthcare facilities in UCD’s Health Sciences Centre. professional and an expert in your field. You will develop knowledge of all aspects of medical imaging and image evaluation, First year also provides you with the and learn how to care for patients, how to opportunity to pursue healthcare or other perform examinations and how to provide elective modules, and to experience high levels of radiation protection. Such everything university life has to offer. knowledge and skills will ensure that you have acquired complete professional competence upon graduation. This programme is currently the only diagnostic radiography programme recognised by CORU, the Irish Health and Social Care Professionals Regulatory Body, as an approved programme.
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143 UCD Radiography “I found my first year in Radiography to be one of the most interesting, challenging and enjoyable experiences of my life to date. I had the advantage of being in a small class where everyone knows one another, and having great lecturers who make our subjects interesting and are always willing to help. As well as lectures and labs, we undertook clinical work placement in the university hospitals. During this time, we practised what we’d learnt, while gaining hands-on experience working under the supervision and mentorship of our clinical tutors. I found this practical reinforcement of knowledge helpful and also very rewarding as I could see Radiography the relevance and importance of everything I was learning.” BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) Emily Doyle UCD Ad Astra Performing Arts Scholar, graduated 2015.
CAO Code DN410
Why is this course for me? Learning methods include lectures, small CAO Points Range 2016 525—605 Radiographers are responsible for producing group tutorials, interactive demonstrations Length of Course 4 Years high-quality images to assist in the diagnosis and hands-on clinical learning at UCD and Places 95 and treatment of disease. While radiography our nationwide hospital network. is a caring profession, it’s also one that Assessment methods include practical For general entry requirements, requires considerable technological and skills-based exams, image-based tests, see pages 196-203 scientific expertise in both the production continuous assessment, report writing Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements of images and the responsible delivery of and oral presentations. See O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics, a ionising radiation. If you’re interested in third language, a laboratory science subject science and you want to use your knowledge Professional Work Experience and one other recognised subject to care for people, Radiography at UCD may Radiography will first be demonstrated Other school leaving examinations be a perfect fit for you. in UCD’s own imaging facilities, before you See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd Our aim is to prepare graduate radiographers progress to performing examinations on Level 5/6 QQI-FET to meet the everyday challenges arising from patients. Teaching hospitals also participate None ongoing advances in diagnostic imaging and in your training and you’ll work alongside radiography colleagues to learn and refine Mature Entry Route healthcare. See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents your professional skills. What will I study? Health Screening & Garda Vetting Throughout this programme you’ll undertake Career & Graduate Study Opportunities See page 197 modules in Technology of Radiography, Diagnostic imaging is a growth area in Practice of Radiography and Clinical Ireland and internationally. All graduates Practice of Radiography. in the past five years have obtained employment as radiographers. As well as First Year the traditional hospital-based career, some Anatomy ¬ Practice of Radiography ¬ radiographers are employed as applications Introduction to Radiographic Technology ¬ or sales specialists. Clinical Placement ¬ Clinical Applications An increasing number of graduates are of Radiation ¬ Elective modules now undertaking PhD studies. Diagnostic Second Year imaging offers successful graduates Anatomy ¬ Physiology ¬ Practice of exciting opportunities to pursue research Radiography ¬ Imaging Technology ¬ Elective and/or to develop specialist clinical skills. modules ¬ Clinical placement Third Year International Study Opportunities Advanced Practice of Radiography ¬ CT/ Erasmus opportunities exist in fourth year, Ultrasound ¬ Introduction to Research ¬ where you may spend a three-month period Mechanisms of Disease ¬ Elective modules ¬ in one of our current partner institutions Clinical placement in Austria, Belgium, Finland, Greece, the Netherlands, Norway, Malta, Portugal, Fourth Year Slovenia, Sweden and the UK. Further Other courses of interest Practice of Radiography: Professional elective opportunities to the USA are also Physiotherapy �154 completion Legal Medicine Magnetic ¬ ¬ available at various stages within the Science �103 Resonance Imaging Nuclear Medicine ¬ ¬ programme. Research project ¬ Systematic Pathology ¬ Erasmus opportunities ¬ Clinical placement
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Studying UCD Radiography
Year 1 Engage with the principles
Practice of Radiography Technology of Radiography
Radiography Clinical Practice Clinical Human Anatomy Science of Radiation
Years 2 & 3 Refine your knowledge
Practice of Radiography Technology of Radiography
Radiography Clinical Practice Physiology & Disease Processes Research
Year 4 Prepare for professional practice
Practice of Radiography: Professional completion Research
Pathology Optional international study abroad Radiography Clinical Practice
BSc Radiography (Honours)
Specialise through UCD graduate study Shape your career with UCD Diagnostic Imaging
Taught Graduate Programmes
Professional Certificates Career Opportunities Radiographer Forensic Radiography Clinical Specialist Radiographer IV Cannulation/Administration Radiation Safety Radiography Services Manager Non-Accidental Injury Clinical Practice Tutor Intra-Orbital Foreign Body Screening Lecturer Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry Paediatric Imaging Researcher Child Protection Applications Specialist Graduate Certificates Fertility Ultrasound Interventional Radiography Mammography Obstetric Ultrasound Paediatric Radiography State Registration: CORU
RIS/PACS Management Radiographers Registration Board
Graduate Diplomas CORU CPD requirements Computed Tomography require evidenced activity and Magnetic Resonance Imaging a broad range of appropriate CPD is advised for all radiographers on a continuing basis. Master’s (Taught & Research) & PhD
Themes include Computed Tomography Magnetic Resonance Imaging Mammography Medical Imaging Research Child Welfare & Protection Radionuclide/PET Imaging Ultrasound
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145 UCD Nursing & Midwifery
Nursing & Midwifery
Nursing (General) 148 Nursing (Children’s & General) 149 Nursing (Mental Health) 150 Midwifery 151
Do you love working with and for the Why UCD Nursing & Midwifery? Your First Year Experience benefit of people of all ages and from Developments in healthcare are As a first year UCD student nurse or diverse backgrounds? transforming the roles of nurses and midwife, you will receive all the support If you want a rewarding and respected midwives, leading to new and exciting you need to enjoy your first taste of college career with great employment and travel career opportunities. The UCD School life. From your first day on the programme, opportunities, then nursing or midwifery of Nursing, Midwifery & Health Systems you will be assigned a personal tutor, a could be for you. These are dynamic has developed innovative programmes to member of academic staff who will give professions, offering enormous variety and prepare our graduates to respond to these advice and support throughout your course. challenges, and you never stop learning. changes and to meet evolving patient- You will learn from experienced and helpful care needs in areas such as cancer care, At UCD, you will also have a unique lecturers and support staff, develop your palliative care, diabetes and emergency learning skills and discover how to make opportunity to engage in hands-on clinical or critical care. practice at one of our specialist partner full use of information and computer hospitals, including St Vincent’s Healthcare Our state-of-the-art facilities include technology. You will meet new friends, Group (incorporating St Michael’s Hospital), top-class clinical skills laboratories with join in the many sports clubs and societies, the Mater Misericordiae University Hospital, interactive video equipment, and you’ll and quickly adapt to college life. the National Maternity Hospital, Our Lady’s be guided by academics who are experts You will learn how to become a professional. Children’s Hospital and Saint John of God in their field. You will also gain vital clinical This will involve putting on a uniform and Hospital, and also in a variety of other *IEHG experience at our renowned clinical walking into a clinical area or maternity clinical sites during the programme to meet partner sites. unit as a professional person, giving your the requirements of the professional body. By choosing to study with us, you become first injection, recording a person’s blood On successful completion of the programme, part of a greater community of people pressure, changing a wound dressing, students will receive their UCD degree and be working together, through practice, research helping a person in pain or distress, helping eligible for registration with the professional and education, to shape the future of nursing a woman in labour and, above all, feeling body, the Nursing and Midwifery Board of and midwifery in Ireland and abroad. proud of yourself at the end of the year for Ireland (NMBI). having achieved so much.
*Ireland East Hospitals Group (IEHG) - Mater Misericordiae University Hospital - Our Lady’s Hospital, Navan - St Vincent’s University Hospital - St Columcille’s Hospital - Regional Hospital Mullingar - St Michael’s Hospital, Dun Laoghaire - St Luke’s General Hospital, Kilkenny - Cappagh National Orthopaedic Hospital - Wexford General Hospital - Royal Victoria Eye and Ear Hospital - National Maternity Hospital
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146 Studying UCD Nursing or Midwifery
Year 1 Engage with the principles
Biological Sciences Social Sciences Behavioural Sciences CORE SUBJECT CORE SUBJECT CORE SUBJECT
Nursing or Midwifery Science Clinical Practice — hospital & community
Years 2 & 3 Develop your knowledge & skills for clinical practice
Biological Sciences Social Sciences Behavioural Sciences CORE SUBJECT CORE SUBJECT CORE SUBJECT
Optional international study abroad (12 weeks)
Nursing or Midwifery Science
Clinical Practice — specialist hospital & community placements
Year 4 Prepare for professional practice
Nursing or Midwifery Science
Clinical Practice — hospital placement including 36-week internship
BSc Nursing/Midwifery (Honours)
Higher Diploma Registered Shape your career with UCD Nursing or Midwifery Children’s Nursing General Nurse (RGN) Midwifery Registered Career Opportunities Mental Health Midwife (RM)
Registered Clinical Nurse/Midwife Specialist Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) Clinical Nurse/Midwife Manager Registered Nurse/Midwife Educator Specialise through UCD graduate study Childrens Nurse (RCN) Advanced Nurse/Midwife Practitioner Researcher Taught Graduate Programmes Lecturer Professional Certificate Graduate Certificates Graduate Diplomas MSc (Nursing) MSc (Midwifery)
Research Degrees MSc (Research) Doctor of Nursing (DN) Doctor of Midwifery (DM) Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
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147 UCD Nursing & Midwifery “I really can’t emphasise enough how great it is to divide your time between a clinical and academic learning environment. You really do have the best of both worlds in UCD. The lecturers and my personal tutor were excellent.” Neasa Corkery Graduate
Nursing (General)
BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8)
CAO Code DN450
Why is this course for me? Professional Clinical Experience CAO Points Range 2016 420—570 Are you empathetic and reliable, a team This takes place primarily in the St Vincent’s Length of Course 4 Years player with good communication skills and Healthcare Group or the Mater Misericordiae Places 169 an analytical, problem-solving mind? If so, University Hospital, and in numerous other Nursing in UCD is the ideal career choice for clinical sites within the Ireland East network. For general entry requirements, you. Our innovative degree programme is These clinical placement locations are see pages 196-203 taught by experienced lecturers in a friendly centres of excellence, where you’ll work with Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements and supportive environment, with state- multidisciplinary teams to provide first- O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics, a of-the art facilities. It prepares you class, patient-centred care. laboratory science subject and two other to become a professional nurse who recognised subjects can successfully manage the complex Career & Graduate Study Opportunities Other school leaving examinations healthcare needs of the adult population. Completing this degree qualifies you as See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd a Registered General Nurse. You can work What will I study?* in acute and chronic care in a variety of Level 5/6 QQI-FET See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html You’ll study the theory and practice of medical and surgical settings. There are nursing in a fully integrated way, establishing also career prospects for nurses to work Mature Entry Route a strong foundation for your future career. in education, research or management, See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents Your lectures, workshops and tutorials as well as excellent opportunities to build Health Screening & Garda Vetting are delivered on our Belfield campus, while on your experience through work abroad. See page 197 practice placements will enhance your In addition, you can pursue further studies learning and develop your nursing skills. at higher diploma, graduate diploma, Modules include: Master’s and Doctorate level. First Year International Study Opportunities Transition to University ¬ Foundations In second year, you have the opportunity to of Nursing ¬ Biosciences ¬ Psychology ¬ study in Europe for a semester. Practice experience in a hospital setting for approximately 10 weeks See www.nmhs.ucd.ie/study-with-us/ Second & Third Year erasmus. Medical-Surgical Nursing Care ¬ Pharmacology ¬ Biopsychosocial Approaches to Health ¬ Ethical and legal context for practice ¬ Specialist clinical placements, such as intensive care and maternity care Fourth Year Teaching & Learning ¬ Management & Quality * Please Note: Curriculum may be subject Improvement ¬ Evidence-Based Practice in to change in line with NMBI Nurse Healthcare ¬ Clinical placement/internship Registration Programmes Standards and Requirements. Other courses of interest Assessment is through a combination of Nursing (Mental Health) � 150 end-of-semester exams and continuous Nursing (Children’s & General) �149 assessment, including assessment Medicine � 139 of performance on clinical placements.
www.ucd.ie/myucd/nursing UCD Nursing, Midwifery & Health Systems [email protected] Programme Office +353 1 716 6407/6569 Health Sciences Centre, Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/ 148 ucdschoolofnursingmidwiferyandhealthsystems UCD Nursing & Midwifery “I’m so happy I chose to study in UCD. It has such a fantastic student atmosphere, and brilliant facilities, societies and clubs. I’ve always known I wanted to work with children, and this course is perfect. With great staff members, both in UCD and in the clinical areas, it provides a wonderful learning opportunity in a friendly environment. The course has a good balance of clinical placement and lectures, providing both knowledge and practical experience. There are so many Nursing opportunities for me upon graduation, both in Ireland and abroad, and I’m excited for my (Children’s future as a Registered Children’s Nurse and a Registered General Nurse.” & General) Molly O’Toole Student BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8)
CAO Code DN451
Why is this course for me? Professional Work Experience Are you drawn towards helping adults and The majority of clinical learning takes place CAO Points Range 2016 485—580 children, and making a difference to their in our affiliated partner hospitals, all of Length of Course 4.5 Years lives while they’re ill? Are you empathetic, which are national specialist centres of Places 33 resilient, reliable and a good communicator? clinical excellence: Our Lady’s Children’s Do you have an analytical, problem-solving Hospital, the Mater Misericordiae University For general entry requirements, mind? If so, this is the ideal career choice Hospital, St Vincent’s Healthcare Group, and see pages 196-203 for you. in numerous other clinical sites within the Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements Ireland East Hospital Group. O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics, a What will I study?* laboratory science subject and two other Modules of theory are followed by clinical Career & Graduate Study Opportunities recognised subjects placements. Experienced lecturers and Completing this degree qualifies you as Other school leaving examinations practitioners will facilitate your learning in both a Registered General Nurse and a See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd a friendly and supportive environment, Registered Children’s Nurse. Your future Level 5/6 QQI-FET where you attend lectures, workshops and professional role can extend beyond clinical See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html tutorials in our state-of-the-art facilities practice to encompass education, research on Belfield campus. Clinical placements and management. There are also excellent Mature Entry Route See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents will help you to develop the required clinical work and travel opportunities in Ireland competencies. Modules include: and throughout Europe, North America, Health Screening & Garda Vetting Australia and New Zealand. Your continuing See page 197 First Year professional education may also include Transition to University ¬ Scientific Principles studies at higher diploma, graduate diploma, ¬ Foundations of Nursing ¬ Psychology ¬ Master’s and PhD level. Interpersonal Skills ¬ Practice experience in a hospital setting for approximately 10 International Study Opportunities weeks You may have the opportunity to study in a choice of European locations for a semester Second & Third Year between stages 2 and 4. Caring for Children and Adults with Medical- Surgical Problems ¬ Pharmacology ¬ See www.nmhs.ucd.ie/study-with-us/ Applied Social Science ¬ Specialist clinical erasmus. placements include maternity care and caring for people with an intellectual disability
Fourth Year Health and well-being – a sociological * Please Note: Curriculum may be subject context for nursing ¬ Management & Quality to change in line with NMBI Nurse Improvement ¬ Evidence-Based Practice Registration Programmes Standards and in Healthcare ¬ Clinical placement/internship Requirements. Other courses of interest Assessment is through a combination of Nursing (General) �148 end-of-semester exams and continuous Nursing (Mental Health) �150 assessment, including assessment Medicine �139 of performance on clinical placements.
[email protected] UCD Nursing, Midwifery & Health Systems [email protected] www.ucd.ie/myucd/nursing +353 1 716 6407/6569 Programme Office +353 1 716 6407/6569 facebook.com/ Health Sciences Centre, Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/ ucdschoolofnursingmidwiferyandhealthsystems ucdschoolofnursingmidwiferyandhealthsystems 149 UCD Nursing & Midwifery “I could not be happier with my decision to study mental health nursing. I am nearing the end of first year and I have loved every second of it. The academic side is challenging but the lecturers and personal tutors are a big support. Nevertheless, what I absolutely adore is the clinical side. I love how we are immediately plunged into the hospital setting to put our theory into practice. Mental Health Nursing is not for the faint of heart but I would recommend this course to anyone with the desire to Nursing help other people.” (Mental Health) Ejiro Emonina Student
BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8)
CAO Code DN453
Why is this course for me? Fourth Year CAO Points Range 2016 385—455 If you want to care for the psychological, Promoting Health ¬ Serious & Enduring Length of Course 4 Years social, physical and spiritual well-being of Mental Illness ¬ Extremes of Age in Places 20 others, becoming a mental health nurse is Mental Health ¬ Management & Quality the first step towards a highly rewarding Improvement ¬ Evidence-Based Practice in For general entry requirements, career. This exciting degree prepares you Healthcare ¬ Clinical placement/internship see pages 196-203 to meet the mental health needs of adults Assessment is through a combination of Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements and their families in the 21st century. end-of-semester exams and continuous O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics, a assessment, including assessment of laboratory science subject and two other You’ll learn to engage with those suffering recognised subjects mental distress or illness, as well as their performance on clinical placements. families, in a positive and collaborative way, Other school leaving examinations empowering them to cope and recover. Professional Clinical Experience See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd Clinical placements help you to apply theory You will learn from lecturers and Registered Level 5/6 QQI-FET to practice and to develop the required See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html Psychiatric Nurses who practise competencies for your degree. predominantly within Saint John of God Mature Entry Route Hospitaller and Cluain Mhuire Services. Career & Graduate Study Opportunities See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents Qualifying is the beginning of an exciting What will I study?* Health Screening & Garda Vetting and rewarding career, as it opens up See page 197 You’ll experience a variety of teaching opportunities for travel and work abroad. methods as you establish a strong Career prospects in Ireland are also foundation in mental health nursing increasing. Due to the evolving role practice. These include role-play, small of mental health nursing in modern group discussions, workshop simulations healthcare systems, many nurses now and lectures. You’ll undertake clinical and choose to specialise in areas such as theory modules, including: addiction, forensics and child mental health. First Year You can also pursue further specialist Transition to University ¬ Foundations qualifications through graduate diplomas, of Mental Health Nursing ¬ Biosciences ¬ and Master’s and PhD degrees. Psychology Nursing practice experience ¬ International Study Opportunities in a hospital setting for 10 weeks In second year, you have the opportunity to Second & Third Year study in Europe for a semester. Specialist Care Groups ¬ Community Care ¬ See www.nmhs.ucd.ie/study-with-us/ Therapeutic Interventions in Mental erasmus. Healthcare ¬ Specialist clinical placements, including substance misuse and child and adolescent psychiatry * Please Note: Curriculum may be subject Other courses of interest to change in line with NMBI Nurse Nursing (General) � 148 Registration Programmes Standards and Nursing (Children’s & General) �149 Requirements. Midwifery � 151 Medicine � 139
www.ucd.ie/myucd/nursing UCD Nursing, Midwifery & Health Systems [email protected] Programme Office +353 1 716 6407/6569 Health Sciences Centre, Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/ 150 ucdschoolofnursingmidwiferyandhealthsystems UCD Nursing & Midwifery “I am a mature fourth year student studying a BSc in Midwifery. It has been a hugely positive life-changing experience. The course is divided equally between academic time in UCD and clinical placement in the National Maternity Hospital. The support and guidance we receive from our personal tutors and lecturers are greatly beneficial. Taking on the course is a big commitment but I would thoroughly recommend the course to anyone considering it.” Deirdre Kane Student Midwifery
BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8)
CAO Code DN452
Why is this course for me? Professional Clinical Experience From the moment a woman becomes You’ll attend clinical placements in the CAO Points Range 2016 480—595 pregnant, it’s the start of a journey leading internationally renowned National Maternity Length of Course 4 Years to one of life’s greatest miracles: the birth Hospital (NMH) or a linked maternity unit Places 22 of a baby. The term “midwife” means “with in the Ireland East Hospital Group (IEHG) in woman”. Midwifery is a wonderful profession order to gain first-hand experience. You may For general entry requirements, and if you’re interested in working with also choose a midwifery placement during see pages 196-203 women, their newborn babies and their second year in National Maternity Hospital Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements families during pregnancy and childbirth, - Holles St., Wexford General, Midland O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics, a then midwifery is the career choice Regional Hospital Mullingar, St Luke’s laboratory science subject and two other for you. The focus and philosophy of General Hospital, Kilkenny. You can also recognised subjects midwifery in UCD is the promotion of avail of a placement with the community Other school leaving examinations women-centred care. midwives from either the NMH or Wexford See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd General Hospital. What will I study?* Level 5/6 QQI-FET See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html The initial focus is on the foundational Career & Graduate Study Opportunities knowledge and skills required for midwifery Successful completion of your degree Mature Entry Route practice. Each year, these will be developed entitles you to register as a Registered See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents and strengthened through theory and Midwife (RM)‡ with The Nursing and Health Screening & Garda Vetting practice. In your final year, you’ll also focus Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI). On See page 197 on professional issues. Modules include: registration, numerous career opportunities are available to you in both hospital and First Year community settings in Ireland and abroad, Transition to University ¬ Foundations of including Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Midwifery Practice ¬ Anatomy, Sciences You can also pursue further specialist & Physiology ¬ Psychology related to qualifications through graduate diplomas, the profession of midwifery ¬ Practice and Master’s and PhD degrees. experience in a hospital setting for 10 weeks. ‡Registration in Ireland does not automatically provide a licence to practise abroad. Second & Third Year Midwifery Practice during Normal Pregnancy & Childbirth ¬ Complications in Pregnancy & Childbirth ¬ Caring for Sick Neonatal Babies KEY FACT Fourth Year Over 95% of our students who qualified in 2015 were immediately offered contracts of Research, Leadership & Management ¬ * Please Note: Curriculum may be subject employment, allowing them to gain valuable Developing Further Knowledge & Clinical to change in line with NMBI Midwifery experience as registered midwives. Skills for Midwifery Practice ¬ Clinical Registration Programmes Standards and placement/internship Requirements. Assessment is through a combination of Other courses of interest end-of-semester exams and continuous Nursing (General) � 148 assessment, including assessment Nursing (Children’s & General) � 149 of performance on clinical placements. Nursing (Mental Health) � 150 Medicine �139
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Physiotherapy
As a qualified UCD physiotherapist, you Why UCD Physiotherapy? Your First Year Experience will be in a position to pursue one of the most rewarding of careers. You will The full-time UCD BSc Physiotherapy Your first year in Physiotherapy will cover provide services to people to develop, degree programme is fully accredited a broad spectrum of basic, applied and maintain and restore their maximum by the Irish Society of Chartered clinical sciences. These modules will physical health and movement, and Physiotherapists. As a student of provide you with the core knowledge you ultimately improve their quality of life. Physiotherapy at UCD, you will benefit require for your degree course. You can from the modern and progressive also choose elective modules, which give facilities at the School itself, as well as you the freedom and flexibility to explore the UCD Institute for Sport and Health. other areas that interest you. The Institute includes two state-of-the- During first year, the teaching takes place art research laboratories where you can mainly in the UCD Health Sciences Centre. comprehensively study the physiological While lectures take place in large groups, and biomechanical analysis of human all hands-on practical physiotherapy performance in health and sport. classes are in small groups in the specially In our fully equipped clinical skills designed clinical skills laboratories. laboratories, you will also benefit from Towards the end of the year, you will have clinical teaching in small groups, where you the opportunity to spend time in a clinical will acquire skills under the tuition of highly setting, where you can put theory into qualified staff. In addition to campus- practice. based learning, you will gain practical This is also the ideal time to join some hands-on experience through clinical of UCD’s many clubs and societies, and placements in UCD teaching hospitals and experience everything that university life other clinical centres throughout Ireland. has to offer. There are opportunities to study abroad for a semester, as part of an Erasmus exchange programme, and to undertake clinical placements in Europe, Africa, the USA, Canada, South America, Australia and New Zealand.
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Year 1 Engage with the principles
Anatomy & Kinesiology Physics & Biomechanics
Physiology Chemistry/Biochemistry
Basic Physiotherapy Professional Practice Exercise
Years 2 & 3 Refine your knowledge
Neurology Exercise
Musculoskeletal Psychology/Sociology
Cardiorespiratory Research
Applied Physical Agents Biomechanics Clinical Skills
Intermediate Physiotherapy Professional Practice
Year 4 Professional practice
Clinical Specialities & Pain Pharmacology Sports Exercise Physiotherapy
Optional International Professional Practice Abroad Legal Medicine
Advanced Physiotherapy Professional Practice Research Project
BSc Physiotherapy (Honours)
Specialise through Shape your career with UCD graduate study UCD Physiotherapy Eligibility for Taught Clinical registration as Career Opportunities Specialist Programmes a Chartered MSc/Graduate Diploma Physiotherapist Public Health Service in Neuromusculoskeletal Physiotherapy Private Practice & Hospitals MSc/Graduate Diploma Sport & Leisure in Sports Physiotherapy Industry MSc/Graduate Diploma/Certificate in Advanced Physiotherapy Studies Health Promotion Education & Research Non-Governmental Agencies Research
MSc PhD
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153 UCD Physiotherapy “I chose to go to UCD because of its variety of subjects, both within my chosen course and in languages and music through UCD Horizons, and the range of clubs and sports available. The UCD Physiotherapy programme is being continuously improved and student feedback is actively encouraged, which resulted in a very positive academic experience that was student oriented. I had the opportunity to complete a clinical placement in Canada, and to work as a student physiotherapist at the Dublin City Marathon and with UCD sports teams.” Physiotherapy Aileen Murray Graduate
BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8)
CAO Code DN420
Why is this course for me? Physiotherapy students have, on average, CAO Points Range 2016 550—625 This course leads to one of the most a 35-hour week. In first and second year, Length of Course 4 Years rewarding careers in healthcare: Chartered you’ll spend your time attending lectures Places 56 Physiotherapist. Physiotherapy is the and practical classes. In third and fourth study and application of the scientific year, the focus is on clinical education and For general entry requirements, knowledge and professional skills required advanced physiotherapy skills. see pages 196-203 for the promotion of optimal health and A wide variety of assessment methods is Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements well-being of adults and children through used, including continuous assessment, O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics, a physical means. In addition to UCD-based reflective writing, practical examinations, third language, a laboratory science subject learning, you’ll spend over 1,000 hours on oral examinations, presentations and end- and one other recognised subject supervised clinical education in hospitals of-semester written papers. and clinical centres throughout Ireland Other school leaving examinations and abroad (optional). UCD’s full-time BSc See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd Career & Graduate Study Opportunities Physiotherapy degree is accredited by the Graduates in Physiotherapy have found Level 5/6 QQI-FET Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists, employment in different roles across the None and will appeal to students who enjoy science world, in: Mature Entry Route and caring for people. Hospitals and private practice ¬ Primary care See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents Rehabilitation centres and nursing homes What will I study? ¬ ¬ Non-governmental organisations (e.g. GOAL, Graduate Entry Route: This is an overview of the modules in the Concern) Education Business, sport and See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/ programme, progressing from the basic and ¬ ¬ GradPhysio.html leisure industries. applied sciences in first year, to clinical skills Graduates can also apply for a range of Health Screening & Garda Vetting in second and third year, and preparation disciplinary and general graduate taught See page 197 for professional practice in fourth year. (graduate certificate, diploma and MSc) First Year and research (MSc and PhD) programmes Anatomy ¬ Physiology ¬ Physics ¬ in Ireland and abroad. Biomechanics ¬ Introduction to Professional Physiotherapy Practice ¬ Exercise Science ¬ International Study Opportunities Elective modules These currently include Erasmus Second Year programme opportunities in third year with Basic Musculoskeletal, Cardiorespiratory Université catholique de Louvain, Belgium, & Neurological Physiotherapy ¬ Psychology ¬ as well as elective placement opportunities Physiotherapy Clinical Education ¬ Elective in fourth year in Europe, Africa, the USA, modules Canada, South America, Australia and Third Year New Zealand. Intermediate Musculoskeletal, Cardio- Professional Work Experience respiratory & Neurological Physiotherapy ¬ You’ll complete over 1,000 hours of Clinical Exercise ¬ Physiotherapy Clinical supervised clinical placements in Ireland, Education ¬ Sociology Other courses of interest at our partner teaching hospitals, primary Fourth Year Health & Performance Science � 157 care clinics and specialist centres. There Professional Physiotherapy Practice ¬ Medicine � 139 are elective placements in fourth year (see Clinical Specialties ¬ Sports Physiotherapy ¬ Biomedical, Health & Life Sciences �142 International Study Opportunities above). Physiotherapy Clinical Education ¬ Nursing (General) � 148 Pharmacology ¬ Elective modules ¬ Dissertation
www.ucd.ie/myucd/physio UCD Physiotherapy [email protected] Room A302, Health Sciences Building +353 1 716 6500 Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/MyUCD 154 UCD Sport & Performance
Sport & Performance
Health & Performance Science 157 Sport & Exercise Management 158
Do you have a passion for sport? Why UCD Sport & Performance? Your First Year Experience Do you want to work in an exciting global industry? The sport, health, exercise and performance As a UCD student of Sport & Performance, fields of study can lead to a range of you will benefit from studying in small, If so, UCD is the place to transform exciting career paths. These include running customised programmes that offer your personal interests into a rewarding international sports federations, supporting excellent access to internationally career. From training athletes and elite athletes, inspiring children to recognised lecturing staff and tailored improving fitness, through to managing participate in physical activities and working support services. You will study a broad sports organisations or working in alongside other professionals to improve cross-section of foundation and specialist marketing and sponsorship, you will individual lifestyles. modules, which provide a comprehensive find a Sport & Performance programme introduction to the field of sport and equip The innovative Sport & Performance to match your aspirations. you with the skills and knowledge to succeed programmes at UCD allow you to in your university studies. specialise in sport, exercise and coaching management, or in health and human Peer Mentors ensure you are supported performance. With the ever-increasing through your first year and, with 55 sports popularity of sport and growing concerns clubs and almost 100 societies for you to about lifestyle diseases, there has never choose from, UCD is certainly the place for been a better time to study Sport & you to kick-start your new profession. Performance.
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155 Studying UCD Sport & Performance
Year 1 Engage with the principles
Marketing & Management of Sport Anatomy & Kinesiology Exercise Physiology
Cultural & Legal Foundations Academic & Information Chemistry & Biochemistry of Sport & Development Technology Skills
Year 2 Apply knowledge base
Economic, Event & Strategic Physiology, Fitness & Sports & Exercise Psychology Management of Sport Biomechanics Testing
Sports, Coaching & Work Placement in Strength & Conditioning Exercise Management Ireland or Abroad
Optional Study Abroad experience in the USA, Canada or Australia and New Zealand
Year 3 Specialise
Sport & Exercise for Health Research Methods Biomechanics & & Special Populations Independent Research Project Injury Management
Sports, Coaching and Physical Activity, Exercise Physiology & Exercise Management Health & Nutrition Exercise Performance
Degree (Honours) BSc Sport & Exercise Management | BSc Health & Performance Science
Specialise through Shape your career with UCD graduate study UCD Sport & Performance Sport & Exercise Taught Graduate Programmes Manager Career Opportunities Sport & Exercise MSc Sports Management Scientist Sports Development Officer Fitness Professional MSc Coaching Science in Sport Facility/Operations Manager
National/International Governing Bodies Research Degrees Exercise Physiologist MSc Sports Studies Health Promotion
MSc Health & Performance Science Sport & Exercise Consultancy Professional
PhD Accreditation Education & Research Professional Athlete/ Team Sport & Exercise Science Support
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156 UCD Sport & Performance “I chose to go to UCD because of the opportunity to merge my sporting commitments (Airtricity League Soccer) with my interest in sport, physical health and exercise science. The BSc Health & Performance Science degree allows me to develop a critical awareness of the scientific principles underlying the optimisation of sporting performance. The emphasis on laboratory-based work is refreshing and we’ve had access to the excellent facilities Health & in the UCD Institute for Sport & Health, for modules in exercise physiology and Performance strength and conditioning. I would definitely recommend this course to anyone with an Science interest in these areas.” Thomas Boyle Student BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) Thomas is a UCD Ad Astra Elite Athlete Scholar.
CAO Code DN425
Why is this course for me? Students attend lectures and small group Health & Performance Science focuses practical classes. Practical classes take CAO Points Range 2016 495—590 on the scientific principles underlying the place in both the UCD High Performance Length of Course 3 Years promotion and enhancement of sport, Gym and an exercise physiology laboratory, Places 40 physical health and exercise. This BSc which is British Association of Sport and degree addresses the application of sport Exercise Sciences (BASES) accredited. For general entry requirements, and exercise science to high performance Assessment is through a combination of see pages 196-203 sport and to improving physical health, end-of-semester written examinations Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements well-being and fitness across our life span. and continuous assessment. In your final O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics, a If you have a particular interest in how year, you’ll also undertake a group-based third language, a laboratory science sport and exercise science can be applied research thesis. subject and one other recognised subject across numerous disciplines, ranging from Other school leaving examinations adolescents and elite athletes to specific Career & Graduate Study Opportunities See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd disease populations, then this degree When you graduate, you’ll be skilled in is for you. The programme places a large the prescription and management of Level 5/6 QQI-FET None emphasis on practical skill-based teaching, therapeutic exercise interventions in giving students the opportunity to engage healthcare and sporting settings. You’ll also Mature Entry Route in active learning. This develops critical be an expert in the analysis and evaluation See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents competencies in analysis, evaluation of human sports and exercise performance. Health Screening & Garda Vetting and testing. Graduates can find employment in: See page 197 –– Sport and exercise consultancy What will I study? –– Health promotion Modules studied on the Health & Performance Science degree include: –– Professional athlete or team support –– Exercise physiology First Year –– Strength and conditioning Anatomy ¬ Chemistry ¬ Biochemistry ¬ Physics –– Education and research ¬ Exercise Physiology ¬ Theory of Coaching ¬ Strength & Conditioning They are also eligible to apply for MSc and PhD programmes in the UCD School of Public Second Year Health, Physiotherapy & Sports Science. Exercise Physiology ¬ Sports Psychology ¬ Biomechanics ¬ Sports Nutrition ¬ Research International Study Opportunities Methods ¬ Exercise Prescription Health & Performance Science students Third Year can apply to study abroad for a semester Exercise Physiology ¬ Sports Injury in the USA, Canada, Australia and New Management ¬ Sports Nutrition ¬ Statistics ¬ Zealand, through one of the Sport & Exercise Case Study in Sports Science ¬ Exercise exchange agreements. Prescription ¬ Minor dissertation (research project) Other courses of interest Physiotherapy �154 Sport & Exercise Management �158 Biomedical, Health & Life Sciences �142
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“Studying Sport & Exercise Management at UCD was one of the best decisions I have made. The multidisciplinary course allowed me to explore different aspects of sports management, and the first year provided an excellent basis for working within any area of the sports industry. The work placement was an invaluable way of gaining first-hand, practical experience of my chosen career. On campus, lectures and assignments improved my interpersonal communication skills, which taught me how to work effectively in groups and encouraged me to take my own initiative and develop my Sport & Exercise leadership skills. This course has prepared me to be an effective manager within the sports Management industry, whilst also preparing me to continue with my studies.” BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) Ruth Whelan Student
UCD Student Ambassador, Richard Skelly, training with UCD Boat Club on the River Liffey at Islandbridge.
CAO Code DN430
Why is this course for me? Third Year: Develop Experience CAO Points Range 2016 435—505 The multidisciplinary nature of the BSc Exercise and Public Health ¬ Research Length of Course 3 Years in Sport & Exercise Management equips Methods for Sport ¬ Professional Skills for Sport Managers ¬ Communication and Places 40 students with skills in areas such as management, marketing, event planning, Media in Sport. For general entry requirements, human resources, economics and finance, Students study both core modules and their see pages 196-203 sports development and coaching. These selected specialisation. They also undertake underpin the structure and governance of Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements an individual research project, which ¬ O3/H6 in Mathematics sport, health and exercise programmes imparts critical skills in project design and ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish, another language, today. If these opportunities interest you, management, in response to current issues and 2 other recognised subjects the combination of UCD’s internationally within the broader sports industry. recognised academic excellence and Students spend an average of 40 hours Other school leaving examinations sporting reputation makes this degree ideal. See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd per week attending lectures, studying independently and preparing for assessment. Level 5/6 QQI-FET What will I study? None The programme offers a progressive A combination of end-of-semester pathway for students to specialise in second Mature Entry Route exams, research papers, group projects, See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents and third year. Modules include: presentations, practical experiences and First Year: Learn Basic Principles in-class tests are used throughout this Health Screening & Garda Vetting Sports Development ¬ Theory of Coaching ¬ programme. See page 197 Sports Legislation Sports Marketing ¬ ¬ Career & Graduate Study Opportunities Financial Management ¬ Sports Management Our graduates have a track record ¬ Introduction to Exercise Science of employment, both nationally and Second Year: Apply Knowledge internationally, in: Event Management ¬ Economics of Sport –– Sports administration ¬ Sport/Health Psychology ¬ Strategic Planning ¬ Human Resource Management –– Sports marketing Students specialise in one of the following: –– Event management –– Exercise management Digital Sports Marketing ¬ Player Development –– Private sports enterprises and Welfare ¬ Fundamentals of Strength and Conditioning ¬ Principles of Exercise –– Sports development Prescription –– Coaching development Work Placement Further education opportunities are available Students undertake a 10-week structured on MSc and other graduate programmes. work placement either in Ireland or abroad, International Study Opportunities during the summer following second year. Sport & Exercise Management students This provides invaluable practical and can apply to study abroad for a semester networking experience, which will improve Other courses of interest in the USA, Canada, Australia and New employment prospects upon graduation. Health & Performance Science �157 Zealand, through one of the Sport & Exercise Physiotherapy �154 exchange agreements. Social Policy & Sociology �72 Commerce �98
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Architecture 161 Structural Engineering with Architecture 174 Landscape Architecture 162 City Planning & Environmental Policy 163
Why UCD Architecture/ You will be involved in creative endeavour – Landscape Architecture? proposing, testing and developing design ideas. In fostering this creativity, there is a strong UCD Architecture is Ireland’s longest-established emphasis on group work and learning from your and most prestigious architecture course. It is fellow students in a friendly and co-operative the only course of architecture in Ireland that environment. Small class sizes, open-space is accredited by the recognised professional studios, individual and small group tutorials all institutes of both Ireland (Royal Institute of contribute to an exhilarating educational first the Architects of Ireland – RIAI) and the United year experience. Kingdom (Royal Institute of British Architects – RIBA). The School of Architecture is also pursuing accreditation with the National Architectural Why UCD Planning & Accrediting Board (NAAB) in the USA. Environmental Policy? UCD is currently the only university in Ireland The UCD planning school is the oldest, largest to offer an undergraduate degree in Landscape and most respected planning and environmental Architecture. This course is accredited by the policy school in Ireland. Most planners currently Irish Landscape Institute (ILI) and recognised employed in Ireland were educated in the School. by the International Federation of Landscape The School enjoys strong relationships with both Architecture [IFLA-Europe]. the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) and the Our programmes are taught in unique facilities in Irish Planning Institute (IPI). the Richview/Newstead buildings on the Belfield Planning and environmental policy involves campus. These include design studios, which are understanding the world around us and building at the heart of both programmes, a well-equipped on such knowledge to create a better world. This workshop and building laboratory, exhibition spaces programme gives you the skills to envisage and and the best architectural library in the country. enable real world change. The studio programmes are largely taught by This exciting programme is about solving complex practising architects and landscape architects. issues that we experience in our everyday lives. These include many of the leading figures in their Where should we build our schools, shops and profession, whose work is widely recognised stadiums? What can we do to conserve our unique in national and international competitions and natural environment? How can we protect our awards, such as the 2015 Royal Gold Medallist cultural heritage? Planners, environmental policy recipients, Sheila O’Donnell & John Tuomey. experts and urban designers tackle such issues on a daily basis. They do so by promoting sustainable development to improve our quality of life and Your First Year Experience enhance the natural environment. If you would On entering first year, you will be introduced to the like to make a positive difference to how our world idea of learning by doing. From the outset, there works, then this programme is for you. is a very direct relationship between acquiring knowledge and skills, and applying them. Short On entering first year, you will be introduced to exercises are set in the studio to help you acquire a host of new ideas and concepts. Building your skills of observation, analysis and understanding knowledge and skills throughout the first year of through the media of freehand drawing and model the programme, you will progressively gain insight making. As your skills in drawing, model making, into the complexity of our taken-for-granted surveying, scale and measurement develop, world and how we can constructively respond to design projects of increasing complexity are the challenges we face. A small class size and introduced in which these skills can be applied. the interactive learning environment ensures an enjoyable experience that stimulates creativity and ownership of your career path.
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Year 1 Engage with the principles
Architectural Design — Studio-based learning
History & Theory of the Architecture & Architectural Theory & Design Into Practice Designed Environment its Environment Technologies of Structures
Years 2 & 3 Refine your knowledge
Architectural Design — Studio-based learning
History & Theory The Indoor Architectural Theory & Design Imagining Framework of the Designed Environment Technologies of Structures Architecture for Practice Environment
BSc (Architectural Science) (Honours)
Optional Year Out – Experience the world of work
Years 4 & 5 Achieve mastery of your practice
Research & Innovation in the Design Technologies Professional Studies Designed Environment
International study abroad options
Architectural Design Research Dissertation Reflective Portfolio
Master’s Design Thesis
MArch (Honours)
Specialise through Shape your career with Diploma in UCD graduate study Professional Practice UCD Architecture
Master’s (MArchSc – Alternative Careers Taught/Research) & PhD Conservationist Sustainable Building Design & Performance (taught) Designer Conservation & Heritage (taught) Graphic Designer Urban Design (taught) Heritage Site Manager Professional Landscape Studies (taught) Lecturer Architect Irish and European Landscape Planning Adviser
and Urbanisation (research) Project Manager History and Theory Researcher of Architecture (PhD)
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The main pathway to becoming a professional architect includes three steps: a) Completion of the BSc Architectural Science, b) Completion of the Master’s in Architecture (MArch) and c) Completion of the Professional Diploma after a minimum of two years in practice.
160 UCD Architecture “I have been fascinated by architecture since I was a teenager. It started when I learned to draw in Technical Graphics class in school, and from my first day in UCD I knew I had made the right choice. A typical day is spent in studio, where you and your classmates learn the skills to analyse, design, present and critique a design project. Your tutors are practicing architects and academics, whose intellectual and professional knowledge is supported by a lecture series in history, structures, graphic design, 3D modelling etc. After I graduated from UCD, I felt I had the skills, confidence and encouragement to take a risk. I moved to Germany, where I now work for Sauerbruch Hutton Architects in the centre of Berlin.” Architecture Jennifer O’Donnell Graduate BSc (Architectural Science) (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) & MArch (NFQ Level 9)
CAO Code DN100 Why is this course for me? Career & Graduate Study Opportunities UCD Architecture is at the forefront of Most architectural graduates go into CAO Points Range 2016 510— 625 architectural and urban design, both architectural practice or on to further Length of Course 3 Years (BSc)(Hons) + in Ireland and internationally. It plays a academic study in architecture or related 2 Years (MArch) central role in society, leading innovation subjects. and development on every scale. The Places 57 Your skills are transferable, which enables Architecture course at UCD offers a means you to work anywhere in the world. Some For general entry requirements, to engage creatively and constructively architects also work in other areas such as: see pages 196-203 with society. If you have a capacity and passion for creativity, for making things –– Planning Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics, through technological invention or artistic –– Heritage site management a third language and two other recognised experimentation, and you’re excited by –– Landscape subjects the idea of designing buildings, urban –– Cultural and artistic practice environments and landscapes, then this –– Curatorial work Other school leaving examinations course is for you. The design process is See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd UCD Architecture offers a wide range of central to Architecture, harnessing the Level 5/6 QQI-FET taught Master’s, research Master’s and mind’s analytical and creative powers to None produce innovative solutions to everyday Doctorate programmes, including: –– Sustainable Building Design Level 6/7 Progression Routes and future challenges. Yes, see www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac & Performance What will I study? –– Urban Design Mature Entry Route Throughout this degree, two main elements See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents –– Conservation & Heritage are taught each year: the design project –– Landscape Architecture & and the lecture programme. The design project is based in our design studios and Landscape Studies taught through a combination of lectures, –– Irish and European Landscape individual tuition, field trips, group tutorials, and Urbanisation (Research) large reviews and exhibitions (architectural –– History and Theory of Architecture (PhD) design, drawing and model making). International Study Opportunities The lecture programme can be grouped Opportunities to date have included: under three broad headings: –– University of Sydney, Australia Technical –– Kungl Tekniska Hogskolan Stockholm, Architectural Technologies ¬ Structures ¬ Sweden Environmental Science –– University of British Columbia, Cultural Vancouver, Canada Architectural History & Theory ¬ Ecology ¬ –– National University of Singapore Conservation ¬ Perspectives on Architecture –– Technische Universität München, Managerial Germany Professional studies –– University of California, Berkeley, USA. A combination of continuous assessment Other courses of interest Landscape Architecture �162 and end-of-semester written examinations KEY FACT Structural Engineering is used. In your final year, you’ll also submit We are the only college in Ireland with dual with Architecture �174 a report of your design research project. accreditation from both RIAI & RIBA and we are actively pursuing accreditation from the City Planning & Environmental Policy �163 USA Body NAAB.
UCD Engineering & Architecture Programme Office [email protected] www.ucd.ie/myucd/arch Engineering & Materials Science Centre, Belfield, Dublin 4 +353 1 716 1868 facebook.com/UCDEngArch 161 UCD Landscape Architecture “For as long as I can remember, I have loved art and design. During secondary school, I was very interested in Geography and began to develop an interest in land use and the environment. A degree in Landscape Architecture offered me the opportunity to study a subject of great interest to me, while allowing me to develop my artistic side. The course required a lot of hard work but the rewards compensated. I found myself with an understanding of environmental conservation and a concern for sympathetic future development, both urban and rural. Also, my Landscape design capabilities improved to an extent that I would never have thought possible. Architecture Having graduated in 2014, I was delighted to be offered a job with an eminent Dublin firm called BSLA and have since been working on BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) some very rewarding projects.” & MLA (NFQ Level 9) Colin Torpay Graduate
CAO Code DN120 Why is this course for me? Professional and Managerial Skills CAO Points Range 2016 295—535 If you love design, nature and the outdoors, Professional Practice ¬ Law ¬ Research and are interested in society and the ways Writing. Length of Course 4 Years (BSc) (Hons) that we live, and want to make a better, A combination of regular studio reviews, Places 25 more sustainable future for our towns and reports, as well as end-of-semester written countrysides, then Landscape Architecture For general entry requirements, and portfolio examinations, is used to is for you. This exciting programme teaches see pages 196-203 assess your work. The fourth year concludes you how to design with nature to improve with a design thesis based on a subject of Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements our environment and the quality of our lives. O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics, your own choosing. and three other recognised subjects Landscape architects work on all sorts of projects, all over the world, designing Career & Graduate Study Opportunities Other school leaving examinations habitats for humans and non-humans: Graduates of UCD Landscape Architecture See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd homes for city birds, playgrounds for work all over the world because of their Level 5/6 QQI-FET children, rooftop gardens, streetscapes, transferable skills. Our students become None city parks and even cities themselves. professional landscape architects, setting Mature Entry Route They transform urban and rural land, and up in business, working in private practice, See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents water-bodies, and advise on countryside for governmental bodies or NGO’s. Others matters. Landscape design engages go onto further academic study in landscape environmentalism, urbanism and culture, architecture, or related subjects and some teaching important transferable skills go onto work in areas such as: that you’ll use wherever you are, whatever –– Environmental and Ecological Policy- you do in the future. Making What will I study? –– Conservation and Resource Management The design studio is central to Landscape –– Planning or Urban Design Architecture. You’ll spend most of your The majority of our students become time in the studio, pursuing individual and professional landscape architects. After small group project work. You’ll learn by two years of approved work experience, doing design projects that allow you to graduates sit the Irish Landscape Institute develop creative skills and apply knowledge professional exams, which lead to full taught through lectures, seminars, drawing KEY FACT professional membership of the ILI. classes, field trips, reviews, readings, UCD is currently the only university in (See www.irishlandscapeinstitute.com). Ireland to offer an undergraduate degree individual and group tutorials. in Landscape Architecture. This course Lectures fall into three main categories: Two Master’s programmes: Landscape is accredited by the Irish Landscape Architecture (MLA) and Landscape Studies Institute [ILI] and recognised by the Ecological and Environmental Sciences (MArchSc), are available for those who wish International Federation of Landscape Land Use & the Environment ¬ Architecture [IFLA-Europe]. to pursue the subject at taught graduate Environmental Impact Assessment ¬ level. The School of Architecture also offers Landscape Ecology ¬ Soils, Biology, Botany, related Masters by Research and Doctoral Trees & Shrubs. programmes. Other courses of interest Human Sciences, Technology and Culture Architecture �161 Landscape History & Theory, Archaeology International Study Opportunities City Planning & Environmental Policy �163 ¬ Rural & Landscape Planning ¬ Landscape We encourage students to gain international Forestry �194 Materials & Construction ¬ Aesthetics, experience and many of our students study Horticulture, Landscape & Sportsturf Drawing and Landscape Representation. abroad as part of this programme. Management �195
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"I studied Geography and Sociology in Trinity College Dublin, before coming to UCD to complete a Master’s of Regional & Urban Planning. Having spent a short period of time as a practising planner, I returned to UCD and completed my PhD in Planning. I undertake research on planning, communities and regeneration, and I am a member of the Irish Planning Institute, which is one of the main professional planning institutes." Dr Paula Russell Lecturer City Planning & Environmental Policy
BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8)
CAO Code DN130
Why is this course for me? Career & Graduate Study Opportunities CAO Points Range 2016 N/A If you are interested in both the built and The final step towards your career as a natural environment, and how human actions planner is to complete a one-year specialist Length of Course 3 Years affect the environment, a degree in City Master’s in Planning in UCD: the Master (+ 1 Year Master’s programme) Planning & Environmental Policy offers you a of Regional & Urban Planning, the MSc DN130 Places 25 unique opportunity to further your interests. in Urban Design and Planning or the MSc The degree integrates subjects that will For general entry requirements, in Environmental Policy. This will ensure deepen and broaden your understanding of see pages 196-203 you gain the necessary professional environmental, social and economic issues, accreditations, including that of the Irish Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements and set these in a practical policy context. Planning Institute and the Royal Town O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics, and three other recognised subjects A degree in City Planning & Environmental Planning Institute. Policy provides you with strong analytical Graduates find employment in: Other school leaving examinations skills, as well as the ability to think critically See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd about development and environmental –– Government and local authorities issues. This degree provides the first steps –– Planning and environmental Level 5/6 FETAC Entry Routes None to pursuing a career as a professional consultancies planner, urban designer or environmental –– Local and regional development Mature Entry Route policy expert. organisations See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents What will I study? –– Private companies (marketing/location/ The degree in City Planning & Environmental real estate/infrastructure) Policy includes modules in: –– Non-governmental organisations (environmental/heritage/ international First Year development) Introduction to Spatial Planning ¬ Environmental Change & Policy ¬ History of International Study Opportunities Planning ¬ Introduction to Urban Design Erasmus opportunities present an exciting Second Year range of choices for study abroad, including: Local & Community Planning ¬ Geographical –– Université Joseph Fourier, Grenoble, Information Systems ¬ Smart Cities ¬ Urban France & Regional Economics –– University of Barcelona, Spain Third Year –– City University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong Urban & Rural Design ¬ Transport Planning –– University of Connecticut, USA ¬ Housing & Neighbourhood Planning ¬ –– University of Cagliari, Sardinia. Rural Landscape Planning ¬ Environmental Management The modules are delivered in a variety of formats, including lectures, labs and studios. They comprise individual and team- KEY FACT Other courses of interest The degree is accredited by the Royal Town Geography �76 based work and assessment, as well as Planning Institute (RTPI). In order to gain full Architecture 161 end-of-semester examinations. recognition by the RTPI, you must complete � an accredited one-year specialist Master’s Landscape Architecture �162 degree in Planning. Civil Engineering �170 Agri-Environmental Sciences �191
UCD School of Architecture, Planning & Environmental Policy [email protected] www.ucd.ie/myucd/arch Engineering and Materials Science Centre, Belfield, Dublin 4 +353 1 716 1868 facebook.com/MyUCD 163 As an engineer, you will make a real difference in the world and be responsible for leading the way in finding solutions to real problems. Will you develop alternative or new sources of energy, invent life-saving medical devices or create new modes of communication? UCD Engineering offers a particularly wide range of engineering specialisations, from the traditional disciplines to new ones such as Biomedical Engineering and Energy Systems Engineering.
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Engineering 166 Electrical Engineering 171 Biomedical Engineering 168 Electronic Engineering 171 Chemical & Bioprocess Energy Systems Engineering 172 Engineering 169 Mechanical Engineering 173 Civil Engineering 170 Structural Engineering with Architecture 174
Why UCD Engineering? Your First Year Experience At UCD, we provide a first-class education Your first year in Engineering at UCD will across our engineering disciplines, which see you immersed in a completely new are variously accredited by Engineers life from both an educational and a social Ireland, the Institution of Chemical perspective. Educationally, the first year Engineers (IChemE) and the Institute of is a common year which allows you gain Materials, Minerals and Mining (IoM3). an understanding of the many engineering Whatever the specialisation, we place disciplines available, before you specialise. considerable emphasis on the mastery of This year will be spent intensively analytical skills and the use of quantitative learning and discovering how to solve methods. Study is based on solid problems through physics, chemistry and mathematical, scientific and engineering mathematics, as well as gaining exposure principles. Essentially, these are the to engineering subjects such as mechanics, fundamentals of engineering and they energy engineering, creativity in design and will enable you to navigate successfully electronic or electrical engineering. through the challenges you will face in Throughout the year, you will be presented your future career. We work with industry with information about the various to ensure that our programmes produce specialisations, and given advice to guide graduates who are highly skilled and trained you in making the right decision when to address the problems that organisations choosing your engineering pathway at the and society face. We also pride ourselves on end of first year. being research intensive and our curricula engages students in a culture of scholarship and inquiry. This, coupled with the fact that our lecturers are experts in their fields, makes UCD the first choice for anyone interested in engineering.
UCD is No.1 in Ireland for 40 Subjects - QS World University Rankings 2017
165 UCD Engineering “If you have an enquiring mind, a desire to innovate and develop solutions to problems that have real social, societal and economic impact, you will find an engineering education both stimulating and rewarding. At UCD, we offer the widest possible choice of engineering disciplines and are committed to the on-going development of both discipline specific and interdisciplinary teaching and research. Whether your interests lie in agri-food, business, communications, energy, healthcare, materials, pharmaceuticals, physical infrastructure, transport or water, there is an option within UCD Engineering that will suit you. With international leaders in the fields of engineering, the programmes will provide you with core knowledge Engineering in the subject, an expectation of attaining excellence BSc (Engineering Science) (NFQ Level 8) and the development of your capacity for independent leading to ME (NFQ Level 9) and creative thinking, problem solving and leadership in your chosen speciality.” or BE (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) Professor David FitzPatrick Dean of Engineering
CAO Code DN150 Studying Engineering at UCD Career & Graduate Study Opportunities CAO Points Range 2016 510 — 625 At UCD Engineering, we provide a rigorous A world of opportunity awaits you as a education in the fundamental engineering UCD Engineering graduate and, as our Length of Course 3 Years (BSc) (Hons) subjects and help you to develop problem- programmes are professionally accredited, + 2 Years (ME) or 4 Years (BE) solving and design skills, based on maths and they are fully recognised internationally. DN150 Places 260 physics. As a UCD Engineering student, you You’ll be able to establish a career in many will enrol in a common first year, which allows For general entry requirements, sectors, including: see pages 196-203 you to gain an understanding of the many different engineering disciplines available, Energy/clean technology ¬ Infrastructure ¬ Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements before being offered an unrestricted choice Healthcare ¬ Food ¬ Information and ¬ H4 in Mathematics of specialisation, subject to health and safety communications technology ¬ Business ¬ H6 in a laboratory science and ¬ Research ¬ Education. ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish. and two other based capacity constraints. We have the recognised subjects widest range of degree choices in the country You’ll be equipped with a mindset and skills and, after completing this common first year, that will make you an asset to any employer. Other school leaving examinations you can choose your second year pathway The Engineering education offered by UCD See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd from one of the following: is recognised by the world’s top companies. Level 5/6 QQI-FET –– Biomedical Engineering In addition to our wide range of BE degrees, None –– Chemical & Bioprocess Engineering UCD has numerous graduate programmes including taught Master’s degrees with Level 6/7 Progression Routes –– Civil Engineering specialisations in: See www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac –– Electrical or Electronic Engineering –– Biomedical Engineering Mature Entry Route –– Mechanical Engineering See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents –– Biopharmaceutical Engineering –– Structural Engineering with Architecture –– Biosystems & Food Engineering Special Entry Recommendations Your chosen area of specialisation in –– Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering It is recommended that the Laboratory second year will also offer routes to further Science subject should be one of Chemistry, branches of engineering at a Master’s level. –– Civil, Structural & Environmental Engineering Physics or Biology The range of study and career opportunities –– Electrical Energy Engineering that can be accessed through our Bachelor’s –– Electronic & Computer Engineering and Master’s degree options is illustrated –– Energy Systems Engineering on the ‘Studying UCD Engineering’ diagram. –– Engineering with Business You can choose a Bachelor of Engineering Science, BSc [3 years], a Bachelor of –– Engineering Management Engineering, BE [4 years] or a Master of –– Environmental Technology Engineering, ME [5 years). –– Mechanical Engineering Since 2013, the educational standard for –– Materials Science & Engineering the professional title of Chartered Engineer –– Structural Engineering with Architecture (Engineers Ireland) has been an accredited –– Sustainable Energy & Green Technologies Master’s degree programme in engineering or equivalent. The BE degree (four years) –– Water, Waste & Environmental Engineering in Chemical & Bioprocess Engineering is There are also research programmes available accredited at the Master’s level by the to students at both Master’s and PhD level. Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) and satisfies the educational standard for the professional title of Chartered Engineer KEY FACT (IChemE). All of the ME Programmes have an embedded internship element.
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Year 1 Explore your options
Physics Chemistry Mathematics
Energy Engineering Mechanics Electrical/Electronic Creativity in Design
These core modules are supplemented by a range of Options and Elective choices that will enable you to develop within your chosen specialisation and areas of interest.
Years 2 & 3 Choose your pathway
Structural Engineering Biomedical Chemical & Bioprocess Civil Electrical/Electronic Mechanical with Architecture
Optional Study Abroad
Years 4 & 5 Focus on your area(s) of specialisation
BE (4 years) ME (5 years) Bachelor of Engineering Master of Engineering Biomedical **Biosystems & Food Engineering with Bu siness Chemical & Bioprocess Civil Electrical/Electronic Mechanical Biomedical *Chemical & Bioprocess Biomedical Graduate with Materials Science Graduate with Civil a Bachelor Chemical & Bioprocess a Master of Engineering Electrical Civil, Structural & Environmental Mechanical of Engineering Electronic Electrical Energy Structural Engineering Energy Systems with Architecture Electronic & Computer Conversion/ Mechanical Complementary Courses Energy Systems Professional Work Experience Graduate Medicine
MSc Business
Specialise through Shape your career UCD graduate study with UCD Engineering
Taught & Research Master’s Professional Engineer in your chosen discipline with careers in: Biopharmaceutical Engineering Chemical Engineering Design Electronic & Computer Engineering Environment Manufacturing Engineering Management Construction Environmental Technology Information & Communications Food Engineering Technology (ICT) Materials Science & Engineering Energy Structural Engineering Healthcare Sustainable Energy & Green Technologies Food Pharmaceuticals Water, Waste & Environmental Engineering Business & Media Management Finance Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Engineering Education Research & Academia
Research & Academia
Continue to develop your professional career with UCD...
*The 4-year BE degree in Chemical & Bioprocess Engineering is accredited by the IChemE as satisfying the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered Chemical Engineer. **The ME Biosystems and Food Engineering is accessible from all Engineering Pathways.
167 UCD Engineering “UCD’s degree in Biomedical Engineering offers the best possible stepping stone towards a vibrant career in the bioengineering sector. As a student, you will experience first-hand medical device engineering with companies in Ireland and abroad and the subjects you will study range from mechanical engineering to anatomy to electronic engineering. My degree in Biomedical Engineering has offered me the springboard to a career with Boston Scientific, a medical device multinational Biomedical in Silicon Valley, California – the heart of innovation and technology.” Engineering Marc Feeley Graduate BSc (Engineering Science) (NFQ Level 8) leading to ME (NFQ Level 9) or BE (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) Deep Brain Stimulation - DBS.
CAO Code DN150 Why is this course for me? Introduction to Physiology ¬ Electrical & CAO Points Range 2016 510 — 625 Biomedical Engineering involves the Electronic Circuits ¬ Computer Engineering ¬ Electromagnetics ¬ Control Theory ¬ Length of Course 3 Years (BSc) (Hons) application of traditional engineering Mechanics of Fluids ¬ Mechanics of Solids ¬ + 2 Years (ME) or 4 Years (BE) principles to healthcare and medicine. We can think of the brain and nervous system Applied Physics ¬ Applied Dynamics ¬ DN150 Places 260 as a large communication system, which Functional Anatomy & Kinesiology. For general entry requirements, co-ordinates and transmits signals around A student’s week includes attending lectures see pages 196-203 the body, and the organs and limbs as and tutorials, as well as participating sophisticated engineering systems that Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements in laboratory-based workshops and ¬ H4 in Mathematics control functions such as movement, undertaking independent study. ¬ H6 in a laboratory science and respiration and blood flow. A combination of end-of-semester written O6/H7 in English, Irish. and two other ¬ UCD Biomedical Engineers are educated examinations and continuous assessment recognised subjects with a strong foundation in electrical/ is used. In your final year, you’ll also submit Other school leaving examinations electronic and mechanical engineering, a report of your research project. See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd which is complemented by an understanding Career & Graduate Study Opportunities Level 5/6 QQI-FET of physiology and anatomy. This foundation None is applied to problems in medicine and Graduates can find employment in: healthcare in specialised modules such as The Medical Technologies Industries ¬ Level 6/7 Progression Routes Pharmaceutical Industries ¬ Medical Device See www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac Biomechanics, Medical Device Design, Neural Engineering, Rehabilitation Engineering and Design ¬ Rehabilitation Engineering ¬ Device Mature Entry Route Cell Culture & Tissue Engineering. If you Manufacturing ¬ Regulation ¬ Engineering See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents are interested in developing new medical Consultancy. Special Entry Recommendations techniques, systems and devices, and you Graduates can also pursue a taught or It is recommended that the Laboratory want to be involved in the breakthroughs research Master’s degree in Biomedical Science subject should be one of Chemistry, that are improving the healthcare system Engineering. You can study for a PhD Physics or Biology for doctors and patients every day, then this and work with some of the world’s leading is the course for you. experts on ground-breaking research.
What will I study? International Study Opportunities First Year Opportunities have included: Engineering students follow a common first –– Beijing University of Technology, China year. Modules include: –– University of New South Wales, Australia Physics ¬ Chemistry ¬ Mathematics ¬ Energy –– University of Illinois, USA Engineering ¬ Mechanics ¬ Electrical/ Electronic Engineering ¬ Creativity in Design. –– University of British Columbia, Canada.
Second to Fifth Year Professional Work Experience Sample modules for Biomedical Engineering Professional Work Experience (PWE) students include: is incorporated in the ME Biomedical Engineering programme. Six- to eight- Other courses of interest Bioinstrumentation ¬ Biomechanics ¬ month internships (the majority of which are Engineering �166 Biomaterials ¬ Neural Engineering ¬ paid) have included the following companies: Electrical/Electronic Engineering �171 Nanomaterials ¬ Cell Culture & Tissue Boston Scientific, Stryker, Bio-Medical Mechanical Engineering �173 Engineering ¬ Biosignal Processing ¬ Medical Research, BD Medical, DePuy Synthes, Medicine �139 Device Design ¬ Rehabilitation Engineering ¬ ResMed, Intel, Abbott and Crospon. Medical Sciences for Engineers ¬
www.ucd.ie/myucd/eng UCD Engineering & Architecture Programme Office [email protected] Engineering and Materials Science Centre, Belfield, Dublin 4 +353 1 716 1868 facebook.com/UCDEngArch 168 UCD Engineering “After having decided to study Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering, I can honestly say that there was no better choice than UCD. The staff are both supportive and encouraging and the prioritisation of teaching standards is evident throughout all the classes. Throughout my four years in UCD, I was encouraged to challenge myself Chemical & through project work and presentations, as well as work closely with my classmates to build friendships and working relationships Bioprocess that will last long into the future. Having now started work in Eli Lilly, I can see how Engineering these skills will stand to me as I further my career. ” BE (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) Aisling Judge Graduate CAO Code DN150
Chemical Engineering students working on a bioreactor. CAO Points Range 2016 510 — 625 Length of Course 4 Year (BE) + 1 Year (ME) DN150 Places 260 Why is this course for me? Environmental Engineering ¬ Advanced Chemical & Bioprocess Engineering (CBE) Separation Processes ¬ Advanced For general entry requirements, deals with the ingenious transformation Experimental Design. see pages 196-203 of matter and energy into products and A student’s week includes attending lectures Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements services. More specifically, it addresses the and tutorials, as well as participating ¬ H4 in Mathematics design and operation of facilities needed to in laboratory-based workshops and ¬ H6 in a laboratory science and achieve this transformation in a technically, undertaking independent study. ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish. and two other economically and environmentally recognised subjects A combination of end-of-semester written acceptable manner. examinations and continuous assessment Other school leaving examinations Examples of products include petrochemicals, is used, culminating in the submission of See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd (bio)pharmaceuticals and nano-materials. advanced research and design projects. Examples of services include energy Level 5/6 QQI-FET None supply (from carbon-based to renewable Career & Graduate Study Opportunities
resources), clean air and CO2-sequestration. UCD has the oldest, largest and most Level 6/7 Progression Routes As a Chemical & Bioprocess Engineer, research-active School of Chemical & See www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac you’ll use the sciences as the basis for Bioprocess Engineering in Ireland, and is Mature Entry Route understanding these transformations; you’ll benchmarked competitively against the top See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents apply mathematical and engineering schools in Europe and abroad. In addition, principles to realise them on the appropriate our programme is professionally accredited Special Entry Recommendations scale. If you seek invention, and want to It is recommended that the Laboratory to Master’s level by the Institution of Science subject should be one of Chemistry, work at the interface between the sciences, Chemical Engineers (IChemE). All of this Physics or Biology mathematics and engineering, with a translates to our graduates being among broad and well-paid portfolio of career the best-paid engineering professionals opportunities, strongly consider CBE. and sought after for employment in sectors What will I study? from chemical to (bio)pharmaceutical and from energy to consultancy and design. We First Year offer taught and research Master’s and PhD Engineering students follow a common first opportunities, and our graduates also enter year. Modules include: Physics ¬ Chemistry ¬ Master’s and PhD programmes in leading Mathematics ¬ Energy Engineering ¬ Mechanics ¬ Electrical/Electronic international universities. Engineering ¬ Creativity in Design. International Study Opportunities Second to Fifth Year Recent opportunities have included a year in: At the end of Year 2, students can choose Sample modules for Chemical & Bioprocess –– University of California, Santa Barbara, USA either the BE in Chemical & Bioprocess Engineering students include: Organic –– University of Connecticut, USA Engineering or the (new) BE in Chemical Chemistry for Engineers ¬ Inorganic & Engineering with Biochemical Engineering Physical Chemistry for Engineers ¬ Chemical –– ENSIACET, Toulouse, France Minor. Both can lead to the ME in Chemical & Bioprocess Engineering Measurement ¬ –– McGill University, Canada. and Bioprocess Engineering. Biotechnology for Engineers ¬ Computing in Chemical & Bioprocess Engineering Professional Work Experience (PWE) ¬ Chemical & Bioprocess Reaction is incorporated in the ME Chemical & Other courses of interest Engineering ¬ Chemical & Bioprocess Bioprocess Engineering programme. Six- to Engineering �166 Engineering Thermodynamics ¬ Commercial eight-month internships (the majority of Biomedical Engineering �168 Pharmaceutical & Bioprocessing Technology which are paid) may include the following Chemistry 118 ¬ Chemical & Bioprocess Engineering Design companies: Abbvie, APC, BMS, Irish Cement, � Chemistry with Biophysical Chemistry 119 ¬ Professional Engineering (Finance) ¬ Lilly, MSD, PM Group. �
UCD Engineering & Architecture Programme Office [email protected] www.ucd.ie/myucd/eng Engineering and Materials Science Centre, Belfield, Dublin 4 +353 1 716 1868 facebook.com/UCDEngArch 169 UCD Engineering “Having originally been attracted to UCD due to the high international standing of its engineering school, I graduated with an ME degree in Civil Engineering in 2014. Throughout the 5 year programme, I gained knowledge in all aspects of civil engineering before finally focusing on bridge design. I am currently working as a bridge engineer with AECOM in the UK. My work as an engineer is a good mix of inspection and design work on both existing and new bridges. I find my work both interesting and challenging and it affords me the opportunity to make a difference in our modern world. The UCD Civil Engineering course prepared me well to Civil Engineering meet these challenges through a mix of top BSc (Engineering Science) (NFQ Level 8) class lectures, tutorials, laboratories and leading to ME (NFQ Level 9) project-based workshops.” Mark Gilsenan Graduate or BE (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) Cable-stayed bridge.
CAO Code DN150 Why is this course for me? A student’s week involves attending CAO Points Range 2016 510 — 625 Civil Engineering deals with the design, lectures, tutorials, participating in laboratory classes and undertaking project Length of Course 3 Years (BSc) (Hons) construction and maintenance of the + 2 Years (ME) or 4 Years (BE) physical and naturally built environment. and design exercises, both individually It includes the design of bridges, buildings, and in teams. DN150 Places 260 roads and dams, and works relating to Coursework is continually assessed but For general entry requirements, management of our water resources. The modules also include end-of-semester see pages 196-203 work of civil engineers is evident all around written examinations. Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements us and their contribution to society is huge. ¬ H4 in Mathematics This work incorporates environmental Career & Graduate Study Opportunities ¬ H6 in a laboratory science and protection; large-scale construction Graduates can find employment in: ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish. and two other projects; ensuring the provision of safe –– Environmental industries recognised subjects drinking water; designing and implementing –– Transportation engineering Other school leaving examinations strategies for treating wastewater and See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd pollutants; development of transport –– Water resource and hydraulic infrastructure; flood prevention; and the engineering Level 5/6 QQI-FET None design of foundations for different ground –– Management and project management conditions. –– Financial services Level 6/7 Progression Routes –– Research See www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac Skills for meeting these requirements are developed in UCD Civil Engineering, Graduates can apply for taught and research Mature Entry Route in core areas of structural design, water Master’s degrees in UCD, including Civil, See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents and environmental engineering, transport Structural and Environmental Engineering Special Entry Recommendations engineering and geotechnical (soil and and Engineering with Business. Graduates It is recommended that the Laboratory foundation) engineering. can also apply for positions in PhD research Science subject should be one of Chemistry, programmes. Physics or Biology What will I study? International Study Opportunities First Year Opportunities to date have included: Engineering students follow a common first –– University of Melbourne, Australia year. Modules include: –– University of California, Berkeley, USA Physics ¬ Chemistry ¬ Mathematics ¬ Energy –– University of Auckland, New Zealand Engineering ¬ Mechanics ¬ Electrical/ Electronic Engineering ¬ Creativity in Design –– University of Connecticut, Storrs, USA.
Second to Fifth Year Professional Work Experience Areas of study for Civil Engineering include: Professional Work Experience (PWE) is Theory, Design & Analysis of Structures ¬ incorporated in the ME programme. Six- Hydraulic Engineering ¬ Treatment to eight-month internships (the majority Processes for Water & Wastewater ¬ Soil of which are paid) have included the following companies: ESB International, Other courses of interest Mechanics & Geotechnical Engineering ¬ Malone O’Regan, Irish Water, RPS Group, Engineering �166 Construction Materials & Practice ¬ Arup, O’Connor Sutton Cronin, Roughan & Mechanical Engineering �173 Transportation Engineering O’Donovan. Structural Engineering with Architecture �174 Landscape Architecture �162
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“I chose to study engineering because I wanted the opportunity to create the future by applying scientific principles to solve real-world problems. Studying electronic engineering at UCD not only developed my technical abilities but also gave me a dedicated work ethic and skills that are highly sought after in Ireland and abroad. Having graduated in 2015, I’m now working Electronic in the Internet of Things and Wearables Group at Intel. I work in a results-driven, Engineering collaborative environment, where we design system-on-chip microcontrollers that or Electrical go into technical solutions from sports equipment to medical devices. My electronic Engineering engineering degree from UCD has given me a wealth of knowledge that I will continue to BSc (Engineering Science) (NFQ Level 8) use into the future.” leading to ME (NFQ Level 9) or BE (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) Maebh Larkin Graduate Electrical Power Transmission Network.
CAO Code DN150 Why is this course for me? A combination of end-of-semester written Electrical and Electronic Engineers have examinations and continuous assessment CAO Points Range 2016 510 — 625 revolutionised the way we live today. As is used. In your final year, you will undertake Length of Course 3 Years (BSc) (Hons) an electronic or electrical engineer, you a substantial project, involving some + 2 Years (ME) or 4 Years (BE) can lead the way in designing technologies combination of research and design in some that will shape our world. Such engineers area of interest. This will be assessed using DN150 Places 260 use creative ways to generate and handle reports, presentations and an interview. For general entry requirements, electricity and information. They have see pages 196-203 developed the technologies we use to Career & Graduate Study Opportunities listen to music and communicate with one You could be involved in projects that make Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements H4 in Mathematics another, including smartphones and the a difference to the world, e.g. harnessing ¬ ¬ H6 in a laboratory science and Internet. Electrical and electronic engineers new sources of energy or developing ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish. and two other are also developing new ways to solve the advanced digital technologies. Exciting recognised subjects world’s energy problems by harnessing opportunities exist in areas such as renewable energy sources like wind and designing new means of communication or Other school leaving examinations ocean energy. the next generation of multimedia devices, See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd studying the human brain, working with Level 5/6 QQI-FET What will I study? electrical energy systems or developing None First Year new imaging techniques. Level 6/7 Progression Routes Engineering students follow a common first You can also pursue graduate study See www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac year. Modules include: internationally or as part of a UCD Master’s Mature Entry Route Physics ¬ Chemistry ¬ Mathematics ¬ Energy degree, e.g. ME in Biomedical Engineering, See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents Engineering ¬ Mechanics ¬ Electrical/ ME in Electronic & Computer Engineering, Electronic Engineering ¬ Creativity in Design Special Entry Recommendations ME in Electrical Energy Engineering or ME It is recommended that the Laboratory Second to Fifth Year in Engineering with Business. Science subject should be one of Chemistry, Students on this degree follow the same Physics or Biology pathway until their third year, when they International Study Opportunities specialise in either Electrical or Electronic Opportunities to date have included: Engineering. Modules include: –– McGill University, Montreal, Canada Electrical & Electronic Circuits ¬ –– National University, Singapore Electromagnetics ¬ Digital Electronics ¬ –– University of California, USA Electrical Energy Systems ¬ Communication –– University of Queensland. Systems ¬ Electromagnetic Waves ¬ Professional Work Experience Signal Processing ¬ Analogue Electronics ¬ Power System Engineering ¬ Radio- Professional Work Experience (PWE) is frequency Electronics ¬ Neural Engineering ¬ incorporated in the ME programmes. Six- to Renewable Energy Systems ¬ Power System eight-month internships (the majority of Operation which are paid) have included the following companies: EirGrid, Arup, ResMed, SAP, Intel, A student’s week includes attending lectures Analog Devices, ESB Networks, Mainstream Other courses of interest and tutorials, as well as participating Renewable Power. Engineering �166 in laboratory-based assignments and Biomedical Engineering �168 undertaking independent study. Energy Systems Engineering �172 Computer Science �136
UCD Engineering & Architecture Programme Office [email protected] www.ucd.ie/myucd/eng Engineering and Materials Science Centre, Belfield, Dublin 4 +353 1 716 1868 facebook.com/UCDEngArch 171 UCD Engineering “Energy Systems Engineering at UCD is suitable for anyone interested in a career in energy, from offshore oil exploration to renewable energy integration. The course offers a broad range of subjects which not only cover the technical aspects of engineering but also the associated economic and social challenges we face today. Having completed this degree, I feel that Energy Systems Engineering at UCD has provided me with the best platform to forge a successful career in the energy Energy Systems sector and I would recommend it to anyone looking to follow the same career path.” Engineering Gavin Hickey Graduate BSc (Engineering Science) (NFQ Level 8) leading to ME (NFQ Level 9)
or BE (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) Wind energy generation.
CAO Code DN150 Why is this course for me? A student’s week includes attending lectures CAO Points Range 2016 510 — 625 If you want to work on solutions to and tutorials, as well as participating in laboratory-based workshops and Length of Course 3 Years (BSc) (Hons) the world’s energy problems, Energy + 2 Years (ME) Systems Engineering at UCD is for you. undertaking independent study. This degree prepares you to meet the DN150 Places 260 A combination of end-of-semester written engineering, economic and environmental examinations and continuous assessment For general entry requirements, challenges of the future. It focuses on is used. In your final year, you’ll also submit see pages 196-203 the interdependence between electricity a report of your research project. Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements systems, building energy systems, the ¬ H4 in Mathematics industrial production system, the food Career & Graduate Study Opportunities ¬ H6 in a laboratory science and supply chain and the transport system. Graduates will be equipped with the skills ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish. and two other and knowledge that are vital for crucial roles Maintenance of current living standards in recognised subjects in research, design and development the developed world, as well as aggressive in the energy sector. You can also pursue Other school leaving examinations renewable energy targets as defined by the graduate study internationally or through See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd EU, will demand new ways to use energy the UCD Master of Engineering in Energy Level 5/6 QQI-FET more efficiently, as well as requiring much Systems taught programme. None bigger contributions from solar, wind, Level 6/7 Progression Routes biomass, nuclear and advanced fossil fuel International Study Opportunities See www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac technologies. This degree provides students Opportunities to date have included: with a strong understanding of the complex Mature Entry Route –– University of British Columbia, Canada multi-disciplinary and often conflicting See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents issues that arise in the search for effective –– University of California, Berkeley, USA Special Entry Recommendations solutions to the energy challenges of the –– EPFL, Lausanne, Switzerland. It is recommended that the Laboratory future. Science subject should be one of Chemistry, Professional Work Experience Physics or Biology What will I study? Professional Work Experience (PWE) is First Year incorporated in the ME programme. Six- to Engineering students follow a common first eight-month internships (the majority of year. Modules include: which are paid) have included the following companies: Glen Dimplex, Arup, RPS Group, Physics ¬ Chemistry ¬ Mathematics ¬ Energy Energia and Mainstream Renewable Power. Engineering ¬ Mechanics ¬ Electrical/ Electronic Engineering ¬ Creativity in Design Second to Fifth Year Sample modules for Energy Systems Engineering students include: KEY FACT Energy Systems Engineers work towards Mechanics of Fluids ¬ Electrical & Electronic alternative solutions to the dwindling supply Circuits ¬ Engineering Thermodynamics ¬ of fossil fuels, such as solar, wind, biomass Electrical Energy Systems ¬ Power System & nuclear, to meet the energy demands Other courses of interest Engineering ¬ Air Pollution ¬ Measurement of our developed world. Engineering 166 � & Instrumentation ¬ Energy Systems & Electrical/Electronic Engineering 171 � Climate Change ¬ Wind Energy ¬ Energy Mechanical Engineering 173 � Economics ¬ Power System Operation ¬ Energy Systems in Buildings
www.ucd.ie/myucd/eng UCD Engineering & Architecture Programme Office [email protected] Engineering and Materials Science Centre, Belfield, Dublin 4 +353 1 716 1868 facebook.com/UCDEngArch 172 UCD Engineering “For as long as I can remember, I always wanted to do engineering, and that influenced my choice of subjects for the Leaving Certificate. I did Maths, Applied Maths and Physics. I also did Art, which some people may find unusual but I found it really useful, particularly in the design modules of my degree. I chose Mechanical Engineering because I had a hands-on approach to all things mechanical (especially engines) while growing up, and I wanted to learn how and why things work the way they do. I now work in Italy with Ferrari on engine Mechanical design and testing.“ Ian Whelan Graduate Engineering
BSc (Engineering Science) (NFQ Level 8) leading to ME (NFQ Level 9) Condensation shock associated with local or BE (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) supersonic flow.
CAO Code DN150 Why is this course for me? A combination of end-of-semester written Mechanical engineers help to improve our examinations and continuous assessment world. We face unprecedented challenges, is used. In your final year, you’ll also submit CAO Points Range 2016 510 — 625 from understanding climate change, a report of your research project. Length of Course 3 Years (BSc) (Hons) to managing global mobility, to finding + 2 Years (ME) or 4 Years (BE) sustainable growth pathways for the Career & Graduate Study Opportunities DN150 Places 260 burgeoning population in the developing Opportunities are extraordinarily diverse, world. Mechanical Engineering in UCD making graduates highly resilient to changing For general entry requirements, provides you with the education, skills and economic circumstances. Recent graduates see pages 196-203 knowledge you’ll need to understand the are currently employed in: Energy, Biomedical, Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements challenges, and help to develop the new Aeronautical, Automotive and Manufacturing ¬ H4 in Mathematics solutions we need. Working in areas ranging Sectors ¬ IT companies ¬ Management and ¬ H6 in a laboratory science and from energy to aerospace, biomedicine Project Management. ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish. and two other recognised subjects or manufacturing, mechanical engineers Graduates can pursue taught or research are changing our world for the better. They Master’s degrees in Mechanical Engineering, Other school leaving examinations create new solutions, integrate disparate Materials Science and Engineering, Energy See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd technologies, increase energy efficiency, Systems Engineering, Engineering with Level 5/6 QQI-FET reduce our consumption of natural resources Business or Biomedical Engineering in UCD None and minimise our impact on the local and or elsewhere. Those with a strong interest in global environment. If you want to help Level 6/7 Progression Routes research also have the opportunity to pursue See www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac forge a path to a brighter future, Mechanical a PhD. Engineering at UCD is the place for you. Mature Entry Route International Study Opportunities See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents What will I study? Students are encouraged to spend one Special Entry Recommendations First Year or more semesters abroad, attending a It is recommended that the Laboratory Engineering students follow a common first Mechanical Engineering degree of equivalent Science subject should be one of Chemistry, year. Modules include: Physics ¬ Chemistry standard. To date, students have studied in: Physics or Biology ¬ Mathematics ¬ Energy Engineering ¬ –– University of California, Berkeley, USA Mechanics ¬ Electrical/Electronic Engineering ¬ Creativity in Design –– Georgia Institute of Technology, USA Second to Fifth Year –– EPFL, Lausanne, Switzerland Sample modules for Mechanical Engineering –– Australia, France and New Zealand. students include: Mechanical Engineering Professional Work Experience Design Mechanics of Fluids ¬ ¬ Professional Work Experience (PWE) is Materials Science & Engineering Heat ¬ incorporated in the ME programme. Six-to Transfer ¬ Electrical & Electronic Circuits ¬ eight-month internships (the majority of Manufacturing Engineering ¬ Mechanics of which are paid) have included the following Solids ¬ Professional Engineering ¬ Engineering companies: Accenture, Bio-Medical Research Thermodynamics ¬ Applied Dynamics ¬ Galway Ltd., BMW, Boston Scientific, Henkel, Biomechanics ¬ Measurement Jaguar Land Rover, PCH International, Moog & Instrumentation ¬ Control Theory. Other courses of interest Dublin Ltd, Crospon, AbbVie, and many others. Engineering 166 A student’s week includes attending lectures � and tutorials, as well as participating in Energy Systems Engineering �172 laboratory-based workshops and undertaking Biomedical Engineering �168 independent study. Agricultural Systems Technology �184
UCD Engineering & Architecture Programme Office [email protected] www.ucd.ie/myucd/eng Engineering and Materials Science Centre, Belfield, Dublin 4 +353 1 716 1868 facebook.com/UCDEngArch 173 UCD Engineering “I chose to study Structural Engineering with Architecture in UCD as I have always had a keen interest in the built environment. The course content is varied, with modules ranging from mathematical to model making. I particularly enjoyed, and have since found very useful, the case studies module, in which we scheme designed the structure of a building every two weeks and then presented the design as a team. Structural The course can be as international as you make it: in my third year, I went to the Engineering with University of Connecticut for a semester, which was a great experience. The work Architecture placement in fourth year is also an excellent part of the course, giving you practical BSc (Engineering Science) (NFQ Level 8) experience as well as being very valuable to potential employers.” leading to ME (NFQ Level 9) Tara Clinton Graduate
CAO Code DN150 Why is this course for me? (Management) ¬ Soil Mechanics & If you’re interested in the beauty of Geotechnical Engineering ¬ Bridge CAO Points Range 2016 510 — 625 architectural design, and you want to be the Engineering ¬ Research Project Length of Course 3 Years (BSc) (Hons) one who realises these designs by creating A student’s week includes attending lectures + 2 Years (ME) or 4 Years (BE) viable solutions that ensure structures stand and tutorials, as well as participating the test of time, then this is the course for you. DN150 Places 260 in laboratory-based workshops and The Structural Engineering with Architecture undertaking independent study. degree at UCD is a two-part degree, with an For general entry requirements, A combination of end-of-semester written see pages 196-203 initial three-year Bachelor’s degree followed by a two-year Master’s degree, focusing examinations and continuous assessment Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements primarily on the design of structures. The is used. In your final year, you’ll also submit ¬ H4 in Mathematics programme’s aim is to develop an appreciation a report of your research project. ¬ H6 in a laboratory science and for architecture, coupled with the solid ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish. and two other Career & Graduate Study Opportunities fundamentals of an engineering degree. recognised subjects The ME programme in Structural This will enable graduates to challenge the Engineering with Architecture is fully Other school leaving examinations traditional boundaries of structural design. accredited by Engineers Ireland, and thus See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd What will I study? recognised internationally. Graduates can Level 5/6 QQI-FET First Year find employment in Ireland and abroad in None Engineering students follow a common areas such as: first year. Modules include: Physics Level 6/7 Progression Routes Engineering consultancy ¬ Construction ¬ Chemistry ¬ Mathematics ¬ Energy See www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac management ¬ Project management and Engineering ¬ Mechanics ¬ Electrical/ planning ¬ Management consultancy and Mature Entry Route Electronic Engineering Creativity in Design ¬ finance. See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents ¬ Engineering and Architecture of Structures You can also pursue an academic career, Second Year Special Entry Recommendations and a PhD in Structural Engineering, It is recommended that the Laboratory Construction Materials ¬ Construction in Ireland or abroad. Science subject should be one of Chemistry, Practice ¬ Mechanics of Solids ¬ Soil Physics or Biology Mechanics 1 ¬ Architecture for Structural International Study Opportunities Engineers There is the opportunity to spend a Third Year semester abroad. Students to date Structure & Form ¬ Analysis of Structures ¬ have spent semesters at: University of Design of Structures ¬ Energy Systems: Cantabria, Spain ¬ University of California, Buildings USA ¬ University of Connecticut, USA ¬ Fourth Year San Jose State University, USA ¬ University Taught modules in semester one are of Washington, USA. typically followed by an eight-month work Professional Work Experience placement. Professional Work Experience (PWE) is Those not on work placements will do a incorporated in the ME programme. Six-to design project in addition to taught modules. eight-month internships (the majority of Modules include: Professional Engineering which are paid) have included the following for Civil & Structural Engineers ¬ Structural companies: Arup, Skidmore Owings & Merrill Other courses of interest Analysis, Design & Specification ¬ Structural (London), Thornton Tomasetti (New York), Architecture �161 Dynamics Soil ¬ Materials & Design ¬ T/E/S/S Atelier D’Ingénierie (Paris), Mott Civil Engineering �170 Realising Built Projects MacDonald (Dubai), Waterman Moylan, and Fifth Year O’Connor Sutton Cronin. Innovation Leadership ¬ Advanced Structural Analysis & Design ¬ Professional Engineering
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Veterinary Medicine 176 Veterinary Medicine (Graduate Entry) 178 Veterinary Nursing 179
UCD Veterinary Medicine is the only Why UCD Veterinary Medicine? Your First Year Experience centre for veterinary medical education in Ireland. It enjoys a long and proud UCD Veterinary Medicine is one of the From the very start, you will receive a strong tradition, and the school has achieved leading veterinary schools in Europe. As well grounding in normal animal structure and an international reputation. It provides as having Irish and European accreditation, function, animal handling, welfare, nutrition, excellent facilities for the care of it has been granted full accreditation by the breeding and management, ensuring you are animals and offers outstanding training American Veterinary Medical Association well prepared for your later study. As well as opportunities for veterinary medical and (AVMA), whose educational standards of lectures, small group tutorials and practical veterinary nursing students. excellence are recognised worldwide as the classes are a great way to get to know your gold standard in veterinary education. fellow students and make new friends. Our state-of-the-art facility in the In first year, you will benefit from a mix of Veterinary Sciences Centre, on UCD’s main campus-based and off-site educational Belfield campus, is also home to the UCD experiences. At the Veterinary Sciences Veterinary Hospital. The hospital offers Centre in Belfield, you will study the high-quality veterinary services for farm, foundations of biomedical science, while at equine and companion animals, and this Lyons Estate Research Farm you will have caseload provides vital opportunities for our practical sessions to help you handle students to complete their clinical training a variety of animal species safely, and requirements. learn about their normal management, feeding and breeding. You will also have the Our facilities, our staff and the environment opportunity to study elective modules from of a major research-intensive university the wide menu provided right across the allow us to expand the frontiers of University, as well as being introduced to knowledge in veterinary research, thus university life and a wide range of clubs and advancing animal health, animal welfare societies. and human health. This research informs our educational programmes to give our students a world-class education, whether they are studying to be veterinary nurses, veterinarians, veterinary specialists or pursuing advanced research degrees.
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175 UCD Veterinary Medicine “I have enjoyed every minute of my five years studying Veterinary Medicine in UCD. I knew I would enjoy the content of the course as I had always wanted to be a vet. But it was the people in this faculty and the sense of community felt here that will make me think of the past five years fondly. I have met some incredible people during my time here – from equine surgeons in Boston to sheep farmers in Louth. I have developed huge confidence as a result of the practical elements of this course. ” Veterinary Liz Gray Student Medicine
MVB (Hons) (NFQ Level 8)
CAO Code DN300
Why is this course for me? During the first four years, students spend CAO Points Range 2016 565 — 625 This programme will educate you to the an average of 40 hours per week attending Length of Course 5 Years best international standards in veterinary lectures, tutorials and practicals, with some Places 82 medicine. To work as a vet in the Republic practicals taking place at Lyons Research of Ireland, you must have a degree in Farm. During the final year, clinical rotations For general entry requirements, take place mainly in the UCD Veterinary see pages 196-203 Veterinary Medicine, which is registered by the Veterinary Council of Ireland. UCD’s Hospital and can involve early mornings and Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine (MVB) is some late-night work. Students are also H5 Chemistry ¬ expected to undertake independent study. ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics, Ireland’s only such degree. The veterinary a third language and one other recognised profession is concerned with the promotion A combination of end-of-semester written, subject of the health and welfare of animals of practical and competency examinations, special importance to society. This involves Practical Experience Requirement along with continuous assessment during Undergraduate students applying through the the care of healthy and sick animals, term, is used throughout the programme. CAO system will be required to demonstrate that the prevention, recognition, control and they have acquired at least 60 hours practical treatment of their diseases and of diseases Career & Graduate Study Opportunities experience relevant to animal handling between transmitted from animals to man, and 1 February, 2015, and 19 March, 2018. Records You can work in mixed, small animal, the welfare and productivity of livestock. of experience must be completed using the farm animal or equine practice. You may following link: also obtain further specialist clinical www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/vet.html for What will I study? full details and to download the form which must qualifications. Beyond clinical practice, be completed for each experience. This programme will prepare you for entry veterinarians play an important role in the into any branch of the profession, with protection of public health, in research into Please note: Biology at Leaving Certificate specific hands-on work and clinical cases diseases of animals and man, and in other is not required but it is strongly in fifth year. The course structure is: recommended areas such as conservation and wildlife First & Second Year protection. While most graduates work in Other school leaving examinations clinical practice, increasing numbers pursue See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd Normal Animal Structure & Function ¬ Animal Husbandry & Welfare ¬ Animal research in public service or private sector Level 5/6 QQI-FET Handling & Animal Experience research. This reflects the important role None of the veterinarian in animal health control Third & Fourth Year Mature Entry Route and consumer protection. At present, there Pathobiological Sciences Medicine None ¬ ¬ is almost complete employment Surgery ¬ Therapeutics ¬ Herd Health ¬ Non-EU Applicants for veterinary graduates. Epidemiology ¬ Veterinary Public Health See www.ucd.ie/myucd/noneu Fifth Year International Study Opportunities Clinical rotations in the UCD Veterinary Many students choose to obtain part of their Hospital (see Year 5 in model opposite) ¬ extramural experience abroad, in veterinary Elective studies ¬ Clinical experience hospitals or other veterinary schools. The high standing and international recognition of Veterinary Medicine at UCD ensures Other courses of interest that they are readily accepted for such Medicine �139 placements. Animal Science �186 Agricultural Science �182 Biomedical, Health & Life Sciences �142
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Years 1 & 2 Basic Underpinning Sciences (Pre-clinical)
Normal Structure & Function Animal Production, Behaviour & Welfare Graduate Entry (One-year) EMS: Animal Handling Competencies In-programme electives
Years 3 & 4 Paraclinical & Clinical Sciences
Pathobiology & Infectious Disease Surgery Medicine
Herd Health Epidemiology Veterinary Public Health
Pharmacology & Therapeutics Communications Professionalism
Year 5 Prepare for professional practice with clinical rotations (themes)
Small Animal Clinical Studies Large Animal Clinical Studies Diagnostic Imaging Anaesthesiology
Emergency Medicine Clinical Reproduction Herd Health Population Medicine
Diagnostic Pathology Clinical Pathology Equine Clinical Studies Elective study
Extramural studies (opportunities to study abroad)
MVB (Honours)
Specialise through Shape your career with UCD graduate study UCD Veterinary Medicine
Taught Graduate Programmes Veterinarian Career Opportunities
Examples: Biomedical Research Dairy Herd Health Government Agencies Canine Sports Medicine Industry Consultancy
International Organisations (WHO, FAO) Master’s (Taught & Research) & PhD Academic Teaching Negotiated Programmes available Practice Owner Research
Practice Partner
Practice Assistant
Animal Charities
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177177 UCD Veterinary Medicine “I am very grateful for the opportunity to study Veterinary Medicine at UCD. The quality of teaching is excellent, and is backed up by small group classes and practical sessions to consolidate my knowledge. As well as excellent clinical and teaching facilities, I have found that the location of the Veterinary Sciences Centre and the veterinary hospital on the main UCD campus provided me with access to the wider UCD community, as well Veterinary as world class research programmes. I have gained a broad knowledge of the Medicine different aspects of veterinary medicine and I feel confident that I will be competent to (Graduate Entry) treat animals of multiple species. I feel that the skills I have gained during my time at UCD MVB (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) will be invaluable to my future career.” Nicole Fletcher Student
CAO Code DN301
Why is this course for me? Eligibility Criteria* Length of Course 4 Years With so much competition for entry to The four-year graduate entry programme Places 5 Veterinary Medicine from school leavers, is open to applicants who: many candidates with the necessary i) hold an honours degree (NFQ Level 8) Entry Requirements aptitude and attitude required to develop in a biological, biomedical or animal See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/ productive, professional careers in this area science discipline at the level of a 2.2 GradVet.html are unable to secure a place. By increasing Honours or above, a Master’s degree or Application Procedure the number of places available to graduates a PhD. (Graduates of any discipline are Applicants must apply via CAO no later with appropriate prior learning, and by welcome to apply for entry to the five- than 1 February. For full details about providing a tailor-made programme over year MVB programme. Up to five places the application procedure, please visit four years for graduate entrants, we have will be made available in DN300.) http://www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/ increased student diversity and provided GradVet.html. ii) are EU applicants (i.e. not deemed enhanced opportunities for entry. “Non-EU” applicants for purposes Non-EU Applicants To apply for this four-year programme, you of fees). See www.ucd.ie/myucd/noneu must have completed a degree in biological, Graduate entry candidates will be assessed biomedical or animal sciences before entry on a combination of: into the programme. This graduate entry i) GAMSAT score programme is designed to educate future veterinarians to the best international ii) educational performance standards in veterinary medicine and to iii) a personal statement outlining their prepare them for careers in professional motivation to study Veterinary Medicine. work, research and public service. Career & Graduate Study Opportunities Clinical rotations take place primarily You can work in mixed, small animal, in the UCD Veterinary Hospital in Belfield, farm animal or equine practice. You may which receives a range of pet species, also obtain further specialist clinical farm animals and horses. qualifications. Beyond clinical practice, veterinarians play an important role in What will I study? the protection of public health, in research The programme is organised over four years. into diseases of animals and man, and in In first year, students will build on their other areas, such as conservation and knowledge of the basic biological sciences. wildlife protection. While most graduates You’ll take modules which demonstrate how work in clinical practice, increasing numbers this knowledge is applied in the practice pursue research in public service or of veterinary medicine, and gain a firm private sector research. This reflects the grounding in animal welfare, behaviour and important role of the veterinarian in animal handling. A key objective will be to ensure health control and consumer protection. that you have the required knowledge, skills At present, there is almost complete and competencies to progress to second Other courses of interest employment for veterinary graduates. year. Between second and fourth year, you’ll Medicine (Graduate Entry) �141 take combined modules with students taking the DN300 degree in Veterinary Medicine.
www.ucd.ie/myucd/vetmed Ms Trish Scaife [email protected] UCD Veterinary Medicine School/Programme Office +353 1 716 6100 Room 202, Veterinary Sciences Centre, Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/MyUCD 178 UCD Veterinary Medicine “The depth of knowledge that is available to us from lecturers that come from both veterinary medicine and veterinary nursing backgrounds is amazing. The lecturers are extremely approachable and they will go out of their way to make sure a student understands any area they may be having difficulty with. The experience that I have gained from the practical side of the course has been invaluable to me. The veterinary practice where I completed my placement taught me so much and I really gained an understanding of the roles and the Veterinary responsibilities that a veterinary nurse has. The combination of the lecturers, class mates Nursing and practical learning has greatly increased my confidence and I cannot wait for the day BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) that I become a registered veterinary nurse.” Ciaran Lloyd Student
CAO Code DN310
Why is this course for me? Third & Fourth Year In response to the recognition and During third year, you undertake additional CAO Points Range 2016 465—525 registration of veterinary nursing as a modules and embark on placements within Length of Course 4 Years profession in Ireland, UCD developed veterinary practices that are committed Places 44 and implemented a full-time, four-year to veterinary nurse training. During the final honours BSc Veterinary Nursing degree year, Veterinary Nursing rotations largely For general entry requirements, programme in 2009. The degree provides take place in the UCD Veterinary Hospital and see pages 196-203 the graduate with not only a sound academic can involve early mornings and some late- Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements foundation but also the practical skills and night work. Students are also expected to ¬ O3/H6 in a laboratory science subject or competencies with which to build a solid undertake independent study. Home Economics (Social and Scientific) career as a professional veterinary nurse. ¬ O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics and A combination of end-of-semester written two other recognised subjects and practical examinations, along with What will I study? continuous assessment during semesters, Other school leaving examinations See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd First & Second Year is used throughout the programme. Students receive a high-quality education Level 5/6 QQI-FET through lectures, tutorials and practical Career & Graduate Study Opportunities See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html classes, as well as off-site work experience. In addition to the highly skilled role Mature Entry Route The curriculum reflects the demands on of veterinary nursing in the practice See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents the Irish veterinary nurse in practice by environment, strong demand exists incorporating teaching on small animal for qualified veterinary nurses in a number Health Screening & Garda Vetting See page 197 (including exotics), farm animal and equine of related fields: nursing. –– Animal nutrition During the first two years, students spend –– Insurance an average of 30 hours per week attending –– Pharmaceuticals lectures, tutorials and practicals on all –– Practice management aspects of veterinary nursing, including: –– Animal welfare Comparative Veterinary Anatomy & –– Charitable work Physiology I & II ¬ General Veterinary Nursing –– Education & Animal Handling ¬ Principles of Animal You’ll also have the opportunity to pursue Behaviour, Nutrition & Welfare ¬ Veterinary graduate studies, thereby actively Anaesthesia & Therapeutics ¬ Reception & contributing to academic and research Practice Management for Veterinary Nurses ¬ fields both within your profession and in Surgical Nursing. related sciences.
Other courses of interest Veterinary Medicine �176 Animal Science �186
Ms Trish Scaife [email protected] www.ucd.ie/myucd/vetmed UCD Veterinary Medicine School/Programme Office +353 1 716 6100 Room 202, Veterinary Sciences Centre, Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/MyUCD 179 Feeding and caring for a growing population, energy provision and the protection of the environment are among the greatest global challenges facing society today. These are areas where UCD Agriculture, Food & Nutrition graduates play a central role. If you are passionate about land, the animals and plants living on it and the food produced from it, you will thrive in any of our degrees.
Why UCD Agriculture, Food & professional skills for enterprise management, Student Advisers, committed programme Nutrition? technical service and consultancy, co-ordinators and programme management, research, education, marketing, office staff underpin our reputation for Agriculture and Food is Ireland’s largest communications and primary production of being the most friendly and close-knit indigenous industry and is one that continues quality food and fibre products. community in UCD. Supports and initiatives to show considerable growth, with great such as the Maths Support Centre, tutorials, potential into the future. Students will be exposed to the latest laboratories and continuous assessment scientific discoveries and knowledge that The UCD School of Agriculture and Food are designed to assist you along the way. underpins each of our four year honours Science is ranked number one in Ireland and degree programmes. The modular and Each of our 13 entry routes has a similar in the top 100 in the world, based on the 2017 innovative syllabus includes Professional first year, designed to give you a strong QS University Global Subject Rankings. Unique Work Experience and international study foundation in the core sciences, maths programmes in Ireland span the entire food abroad opportunities. The programmes and economics needed for the rest of your chain, providing a diverse range of career develop highly sought after graduates with studies. You will also have an opportunity to opportunities in Ireland and internationally. innovation, entrepreneurship, critical thinking take one or more introductory modules from Our focus at the UCD School of Agriculture and problem solving skills. any of our courses in first year, providing and Food Science is to develop the next you with an insight into the subsequent Your First Year Experience generation of agriculture, food and human stages of each degree available within nutrition leaders. Our graduates have an In your first year, we provide a range of UCD Agriculture, Food & Nutrition. This excellent record in obtaining challenging and supports to ensure your transition to is particularly beneficial for Agricultural fulfilling employment in a variety of sectors. university life is as smooth as possible. A Science (DN250) students, who choose their These sectors include: food, agriculture, comprehensive induction and orientation preferred degree during first year. health, business and services. You will develop programme, Peer Mentoring, dedicated
180 Agriculture, Food & Nutrition
Agricultural Science 182 Agricultural Systems Technology 184 Animal & Crop Production 185 Animal Science 186 Animal Science — Equine 187 Food & Agribusiness Management 188 Food Business with Chinese Studies 189 Dairy Business 190 Agri-Environmental Sciences 191 Food Science 192 Human Nutrition 193 Forestry 194 Horticulture, Landscape & Sportsturf Management 195
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181 UCD Agriculture, Food & Nutrition
Agricultural Science
BAgrSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8)
CAO Code DN250 Why is this course for me? Students spend an average of 40 hours If you’re interested in Agricultural Science a week attending lectures, tutorials and CAO Points Range 2016 460—595 but are not yet certain of which area laboratory-based practicals, and undertake Length of Course 4 Years to specialise in, you can select the No independent study. DN250 Places 175 Preference (NPF) option on your CAO form. A combination of continuous assessment and Then, during your first year at UCD, you can end-of-semester written examinations is used. For general entry requirements, choose your area of specialisation. If you Certain modules also require project work. see pages 196-203 receive an offer on the Agricultural Science Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements programme, you’ll be guaranteed a place in Career & Graduate Study Opportunities O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics, a any of the six specialisations from second BAgrSc graduates have an excellent record laboratory science subject and two other year. If, on the other hand, you know which in obtaining challenging and fulfilling roles. recognised subjects of the following areas you’d like to specialise Careers in sectors such as food, agriculture, Other school leaving examinations in, you can select one of these areas on business and services include: See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd your CAO application. The CAO codes for the –– Enterprise management degree specialisations offered are: Level 5/6 QQI-FET –– Technical service and consultancy See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html DN250 Agricultural Systems Technology –– Research Level 6/7 Progression Routes DN250 Animal & Crop Production –– Education See www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac DN250 Animal Science –– Marketing and communications Mature Entry Route DN250 Animal Science - Equine –– Primary production of quality food and fibre products. See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents DN250 Food & Agribusiness Management DN250 Food Business with Chinese Studies You can also pursue a wide range of graduate studies by research or examination Students interested in progressing to the (Master’s and PhD) in areas such as: Food Business with Chinese Studies degree –– Environmental resource management must undertake one Chinese language –– Humanitarian action module in semester one and transfer to the Food Business with Chinese Studies degree –– Rural development option by the end of semester one. –– Business –– Information Technology What will I study? –– Education. All our degrees have a similar first year, Higher and graduate diplomas are also designed to give you a strong foundation in available. the core sciences, maths and economics needed for the rest of your studies. Science Professional Work Experience (PWE) modules are taught on the basis that you & International Study Opportunities have not studied the subject before. PWE is an integral part of the degree and First Year takes place in third year. Part, or all, of Core subjects include: Animal Biology & PWE can be taken abroad. PWE provides an Evolution ¬ Cell & Plant Biology ¬ Physics ¬ opportunity for you to network, experience Other courses of interest Mathematics for Agriculture ¬ Introductory many different roles and, in some instances, Food Science �192 Chemistry ¬ Agricultural Economics & Business even secure a job prior to graduation. Dairy Business �190 Second, Third & Fourth Year There are opportunities to study abroad Agri-Environmental Sciences �191 for one semester during third year, in Horticulture, Landscape You specialise in one of the programme & Sportsturf Management �195 areas listed above and detailed on the universities in Australia, New Zealand, Forestry �194 following pages. Europe and the USA, among others.
www.ucd.ie/myucd/ag UCD Agriculture & Food Science Programme Office [email protected] Agriculture & Food Science Centre +353 1 716 7194 Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/UCDAgFood 182 @UCDAgFood YouTube/ucdagfood Studying UCD Agricultural Science
Year 1 Explore your options
Biology Maths Chemistry
Physics Agricultural Economics & Business Elective modules
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183 UCD Agriculture, Food & Nutrition “As a world leader in technologically advanced precision farming solutions, DairyMaster recognises the exciting potential of UCD’s new Agricultural Systems Technology degree, that will educate graduates with both the agriculture and data science skills essential for the future of the agri-food industry.” Dr Edmond Harty CEO and Technical Director Dairymaster Agricultural Systems Technology
BAgrSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8)
CAO Code DN250
Why is this course for me? Systems ¬ Experimental Project ¬ Life Cycle CAO Points Range 2016 460—595 This course is aimed at students who wish Assessment ¬ Quantitative Risk Assessment ¬ Length of Course 4 Years to build their knowledge and skills-base to Waste Management DN250 Places 175 address the complexities of developing, Students will spend an average of 40 deploying and managing technology for the hours a week attending lectures, tutorials For general entry requirements, agriculture sector. With a focus on design, and laboratory-based practicals, and see pages 196-203 numeracy and technology, our students will undertaking independent study. Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements be committed and engaged with farming O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics, a and food production, and specifically A combination of continuous assessment laboratory science subject and two other with technology, to enhance efficiency, and end-of-semester written examinations recognised subjects sustainability and reliability. Technologies is used. Certain modules also require project of interest range from computer systems, Other school leaving examinations work. See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd networks, data management and sensors, through machinery systems to precision Career & Graduate Study Opportunities Level 5/6 QQI-FET agriculture. Graduates will find rewarding and See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html challenging employment in agri-food What will I study? industries, including: Level 6/7 Progression Routes Students will study modules in basic See www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac science, agricultural sciences, engineering Production agriculture ¬ Environmental Mature Entry Route technologies and data science. protection ¬ Consulting ¬ Equipment See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents manufacturing ¬ Agri-Tech. Modules include: Typical roles include technical and First Year managerial positions in: Biosystems Engineering Design Challenge ¬ Agricultural Economics ¬ Biology, Chemistry Production ¬ Service provision ¬ and Physics ¬ Mathematics ¬ Computer Environmental protection ¬ Information Programming ¬ Information Skills technology ¬ Manufacturing ¬ Process and product design. Second Year Agricultural Engineering Principles ¬ There are also excellent graduate study Biosystems Engineering Research Trends opportunities to specialise in Environmental ¬ Animal, Crop and Soil Science ¬ Applied Technology, Food Engineering and Biostatistics ¬ Agricultural Microbiology, Sustainable Energy and Green Technology. Physics and Chemistry International Study Opportunities Third Year There are opportunities to study Agricultural Mechanisation (engines, abroad for one semester in third year. hydraulics, components and machinery Possibilities include: systems) ¬ Sensors and Sensing Systems ¬ GIS and Remote Sensing ¬ Business Management –– University of California, USA ¬ Data Structures and Algorithms ¬ Numerical –– University of Queensland, Australia Methods for Agricultural Technology ¬ –– Michigan State University, USA Other courses of interest Professional Work Experience –– Kansas State University, USA Agricultural Science �182 Fourth Year –– Purdue University, USA. Science 103 � Precision Agriculture (crops) ¬ Precision Dairy Business 190 � Livestock Management ¬ Optical Sensing Agri-Environmental Sciences �191 Technology ¬ Databases and Information Forestry �194
www.ucd.ie/myucd/ag UCD Agriculture & Food Science Programme Office [email protected] Agriculture & Food Science Centre +353 1 716 7194 Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/UCDAgFood 184 @UCDAgFood YouTube/ucdagfood UCD Agriculture, Food & Nutrition “Coming from a beef and sheep farm in Galway, I came to UCD not knowing anyone. I started as an omnibus entrant and decided to specialise in Animal and Crop Production. My favourite part of the course was the Professional Work Experience placement in third year, where I got the opportunity to work on progressive farms and in agri-business operations both at home and abroad. AgSoc had a huge part to play in this through the many social events held throughout the year, which allows everyone to be friends from first year to final year. In addition to the social Animal & Crop element, AgSoc raised a record €50,000 for Cystic Fibrosis Ireland and Embrace Production FARM during the 2016/7 academic year - contributing significantly to those in need.” BAgrSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) Seán Holian Student
CAO Code DN250
Why is this course for me? Students spend an average of 40 hours CAO Points Range 2016 460—595 This degree gives you a broad knowledge a week attending lectures, tutorials and of the science and business of both animal laboratory-based practicals, and undertake Length of Course 4 Years and crop production and their interactions independent study. In the final year, DN250 Places 175 in a constantly changing environment. students make regular visits to UCD’s Lyons You’ll develop: Research Farm to get hands-on practical For general entry requirements, see pages 196-203 –– Knowledge of the growth, development experience. and improvement of farm animals and Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements A combination of continuous assessment crops O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics, a and end-of-semester written examinations laboratory science subject and two other –– Knowledge of the agribusiness industry is used. Certain modules also require recognised subjects –– The capacity to formulate economical project work. Other school leaving examinations and sustainable animal and crop See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd production systems Career & Graduate Study Opportunities –– The capacity for lifelong learning so you Graduates are employed in a wide variety Level 5/6 QQI-FET See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html remain informed of evolving technical, of areas, such as: economic and regulatory frameworks –– Agribusiness Level 6/7 Progression Routes –– Communication and IT skills –– Animal and crop industries See www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac –– Consultancy Mature Entry Route What will I study? See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents First year concentrates on developing the –– Semi-state or government agencies basic sciences, before the focus moves to –– Financial services more applied sciences. You can also choose –– Print, radio and television media elective modules, while the facilities at the This is also a very suitable degree if UCD Lyons Research Farm are widely used you intend to pursue full-time farming as teaching aids. Modules include: or combine part-time farming with a First Year professional career. Research opportunities Chemistry ¬ Physics ¬ Mathematics ¬ Biology ¬ to Master’s and PhD level are available. Introduction to Animal & Crop Science Professional Work Experience (PWE) Second Year & International Study Opportunities Soil Science ¬ Microbiology ¬ Agricultural Between January and August in third year, Botany ¬ Animal Nutrition ¬ Business Management you undertake a period of PWE in Ireland or abroad. You can also study abroad in Third Year semester one of third year, at universities Animal Breeding & Reproduction ¬ Plant including: Diseases: Biology and Control Professional ¬ –– Lincoln University, New Zealand Work Experience –– Kansas State University, USA Fourth Year –– Texas A&M University, USA Ruminant & Non-ruminant Animal Other courses of interest –– Purdue University, USA Production ¬ Grass & Cereal Production ¬ Agricultural Science �182 –– Michigan State University, USA. Farm Business Management ¬ Professional Dairy Business �190 Communications ¬ Animal Nutrition II Agri-Environmental Sciences �191 Food Science �192
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CAO Code DN250
Why is this course for me? Students spend an average of 40 hours a CAO Points Range 2016 460—595 At the core of Animal Science is the study of week attending lectures and tutorials and Length of Course 4 Years the applied sciences that are fundamental participating in laboratory-based practicals, DN250 Places 175 to understanding how animals function and and undertake independent study. In the that underpin the principles of livestock final two years, students make regular For general entry requirements, production. The degree will give you an visits to UCD’s Lyons Research Farm to get see pages 196-203 appreciation of: hands-on practical experience. Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements A combination of continuous assessment O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics, a –– The growth and development of laboratory science subject and two other domestic farm animals, and end-of-semester written examinations recognised subjects and animal behaviour and welfare is used. Certain modules also require –– Animal production systems and how project work. Other school leaving examinations the components are integrated and See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd Career & Graduate Study Opportunities managed in an environmentally friendly A range of opportunities exists, including: Level 5/6 QQI-FET and sustainable manner See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html –– The livestock industry in Ireland, the –– Animal feed industry Level 6/7 Progression Routes context in which it operates and its –– Procurement, processing and marketing See www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac relationship to animal industries in of animal products Mature Entry Route Europe and worldwide –– Education See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents –– Consultancy What will I study? –– Farming and enterprise management Modules include: –– Journalism First Year Graduate research opportunities exist Introduction to Animal Science ¬ Animal & at Master’s and PhD levels. Plant Biology ¬ Chemistry ¬ Mathematics ¬ Physics ¬ Information Skills ¬ Agricultural Professional Work Experience (PWE) Economics ¬ Elective modules & International Study Opportunities Second Year A five-month PWE placement takes Genetics & Biotechnology ¬ Animal Nutrition ¬ place in third year and may be taken as a Biostatistics ¬ Business Management ¬ combination of on-farm, agribusiness and Agricultural Microbiology ¬ Elective modules research centre placements. Some of this may be taken abroad (e.g. USA and New Third Year Zealand). In addition, an opportunity exists Animal Reproduction ¬ Animal Breeding ¬ to take a semester abroad. Possibilities Animal Physiology ¬ Animal Genomics ¬ include: Professional Work Experience –– University of Illinois, USA Fourth Year –– Kansas State University, USA Ruminant Animal Production (Dairy, Beef, –– University of Queensland, Australia Sheep) ¬ Non-ruminant Animal Production Other courses of interest –– Michigan State University, USA (Swine, Poultry) Animal Health, Behaviour Agricultural Science �182 ¬ & Welfare ¬ Grass & Forage Production –– Purdue University, USA. Food Science �192 Dairy Business �190 Veterinary Medicine �176
www.ucd.ie/myucd/ag UCD Agriculture & Food Science Programme Office [email protected] Agriculture & Food Science Centre +353 1 716 7194 Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/UCDAgFood 186 @UCDAgFood YouTube/ucdagfood UCD Agriculture, Food & Nutrition “As a mature and international student, with no previous background in horses, UCD’s Animal Science – Equine degree has truly helped me to develop a new passion and career path. Modern horse management is constantly changing, based on revolutionary advances in nutrition, genetics and breeding. This programme has assembled a comprehensive variety of modules, guest speakers and field trips that has opened my eyes to the expanding opportunities within the equine industry One of the course’s highlights, a 5-month work placement, enabled me to gain both national and Animal Science international industry experience. While I worked at Europe’s largest stud for Haflinger horses (Germany), many of my fellow students went — Equine even further abroad, to work at competition and racing yards in the US and Japan. ” BAgrSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) Christiane O’Brien Student
CAO Code DN250
Why is this course for me? Students’ time is spent primarily attending CAO Points Range 2016 460—595 Animal Science – Equine focuses on the lectures and undertaking independent applied sciences that underpin animal and study. In most modules, this also involves Length of Course 4 Years veterinary biosciences, with emphasis on attending practical sessions, laboratory DN250 Places 175 the horse. The degree provides the scientific workshops and/or tutorials. knowledge and transferable skills necessary For general entry requirements, A combination of continuous assessment see pages 196-203 for professional leadership roles within (class quizzes, MCQ tests), research projects many aspects of the animal and equine and end-of-semester examinations is used. Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements science industries. You’ll learn about: O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics, a laboratory science subject and two other Career & Graduate Study Opportunities –– The growth and development of farm recognised subjects animals, how they function and their In addition to the career opportunities Other school leaving examinations behaviour and welfare available to Animal Science graduates (see page 186), Equine Science graduates are See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd –– The equine industry in Ireland, its equipped to pursue careers in: global context and entrepreneurial Level 5/6 QQI-FET See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html opportunities Equine enterprise management ¬ Equine leisure, recreation and tourism activities –– Equine health, reproduction, genetics, ¬ Level 6/7 Progression Routes Equestrian marketing and sales enterprises breeding, nutrition and exercise See www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac ¬ Sports journalism ¬ Academic teaching. physiology Mature Entry Route –– Advances and future directions in You can pursue equine science research and See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents research with emphasis on equine development careers, and Master’s and PhD genetics and reproduction opportunities in Europe and the US. What will I study? Professional Work Experience (PWE) You’ll study the basic sciences at the start, & International Study Opportunities which are complemented by specialist A five-month PWE placement is integral to modules in: your degree and is an invaluable learning and networking opportunity. Exciting First & Second Year options include placements on stud farms in Principles of Animal Science Animal Biology ¬ the Kentucky Bluegrass region, Japan, racing & Evolution Genetics & Biotechnology ¬ ¬ yards in Sydney, Australia, top show-jumping Animal Nutrition and Equine Industries and eventing yards in Ireland, and with Third & Fourth Year Tattersalls Ireland and Horse Sport Ireland. Equine Anatomy & Physiology of Exercise ¬ There are also opportunities to participate in Equine Genetics ¬ Equine Reproduction the Study Abroad Programme in third year. and Equine Nutrition ¬ Farm Business Management ¬ Equine Health & Husbandry –– University of Queensland, Australia Animal practicals are delivered at UCD’s –– Texas A&M University, USA Lyons Research Farm, where excellent new –– Iowa State University, USA. equine teaching and research facilities exist. Other courses of interest Anatomy classes are conducted at UCD’s Agricultural Science �182 KEY FACT Veterinary Hospital, while exciting research Ireland produces more thoroughbred foals than Dairy Business �190 programmes in equine and animal science any other EU state. We are the third-largest Veterinary Medicine �176 support the taught elements. producer worldwide and marketed globally as The Land of the Horse.
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“The first time I stepped on the UCD campus, I was amazed by the open space, vast range of facilities and vibrant student atmosphere. This, alongside my passion for all things food related, led me to choose Food & Agribusiness Management. The variety of modules in first year help you form a good basis of general knowledge about the agriculture industry. The modules in the years that follow became more specialised, which allowed my interest in food Food & marketing and food business management to grow. Agribusiness In my third year of studies, I was awarded a travel bursary, whereby I completed my work Management placement in Poznan, Poland, with ABP Food Group. It was an amazing experience and I BAgrSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) returned back to final year with an improved sense of confidence and independence.” Gillian Meagher Student
CAO Code DN250
Why is this course for me? A combination of end-of-semester written CAO Points Range 2016 460—595 During the Food & Agribusiness Management examinations and continuous assessment is Length of Course 4 Years degree, you’ll learn how the principles of used. In your final year, you’ll also prepare a DN250 Places 175 economics and business management apply project on a specific agribusiness research to farming, food production and marketing. topic. For general entry requirements, You’ll gain an understanding of how the Irish Career & Graduate Study Opportunities see pages 196-203 and international food systems deliver food Our graduates have an excellent record Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements products and services that people want, and of finding employment in various sectors, O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics, a how farmers and food manufacturers can including: laboratory science subject and two other produce profitably, while also taking care recognised subjects of the natural environment. The four-year –– Food processing –– Food distribution and marketing Other school leaving examinations degree provides a unique opportunity to See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd understand both business and science, –– Financial services focusing on the agri-food sector – Ireland’s –– Consultancy services Level 5/6 QQI-FET See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html largest indigenous industry. You’ll learn skills –– Agri-food media that can be used across a wide range of jobs –– Farm management Level 6/7 Progression Routes both within and outside the agri-food sector. Popular graduate study programmes include: See www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac MSc and PhD by research, in economic or Mature Entry Route What will I study? business issues in agriculture and food; See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents You’ll study core science subjects in first MSc in Marketing; MAgrSc in Agricultural year, and then develop your agribusiness Extension and Innovation and MSc in Food knowledge with specialist modules. Business Strategy. First Year Professional Work Experience (PWE) Agribusiness Agricultural Economics ¬ ¬ & International Study Opportunities Biology ¬ Chemistry ¬ Physics ¬ Mathematics You will spend the second semester of Second Year your third year working in the food and Management ¬ Business Law ¬ Economics ¬ agribusiness industry in Ireland or abroad. Animal & Crop Sciences This helps you apply the knowledge you have Third Year gained, and can lead directly to employment Finance ¬ Food Chain Integrity ¬ Meat Science following graduation. ¬ Econometrics ¬ Marketing ¬ Professional There are also opportunities to take a Work Experience semester abroad in third year. Possibilities Fourth Year include: International Food Marketing ¬ Enterprise –– Cornell University, USA Development & Strategy ¬ Agri- –– University of California, USA Environmental Economics & Policy ¬ Farm –– Kansas State University, USA Business Management Communications ¬ ¬ –– University of Queensland, Australia Research project –– Purdue University, USA. Other courses of interest Students spend an average of 40 hours Agricultural Science �182 a week attending lectures and tutorials, Horticulture, Landscape participating in laboratory-based practical KEY FACT & Sportsturf Management 195 � classes and undertaking independent study. Graduates of this degree have reached senior Dairy Business �190 positions as chief executives, business owners, plant Food Science �192 managers, marketing managers and media editors.
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According to Bord Bia (the Irish Food Board) , China will become the first billion euro market for Irish food and drink exports outside of the UK within the next three years. China is identified as the top export expansion target for key Irish food sectors, such as dairy, beef, pork, and seafood. Food Business with Chinese Studies
BAgrSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8)
CAO Code DN250
Why is this course for me? Third Year The Food Business with Chinese Studies Students will complete year three of their CAO Points Range 2016 460—595 programme reflects the changing market studies in China at one of UCD’s partner Length of Course 4 Years landscape, and aims to develop graduates Universities, where you will take intermediate DN250 Places 175 with the skills and talent urgently required or advanced Chinese language courses and by the Irish food industry. a range of interesting and relevant modules. For general entry requirements, There will be a limited number of language see pages 196-203 With Brexit and the uncertainty involving scholarship opportunities available on a the UK market, export expansion to the Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements competitive basis that will cover tuition fees O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics, a emerging markets has critical strategic and accommodation for either one or two laboratory science subject and two other importance to the Irish food industry and semesters in China. recognised subjects the overall economy. In addition to the benefit of a structured Other school leaving examinations The changing market landscape requires academic programme, students will also See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd improved foreign language capability of experience first hand the diverse culture of Irish companies to facilitate access to new Level 5/6 QQI-FET China and the vibrant economic growth that See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html markets, and to help sustain and strengthen the second largest economy in the world has the modern agrifood and agribusiness Level 6/7 Progression Routes to offer. Living and studying in a different companies. See www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac cultural environment will provide students with an eye-opening and life changing Mature Entry Route What will I study? See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents The programme brings together the experience that will also help you make friends and develop networks across the globe. established expertise in the School of Please Note: Agriculture & Food Science and UCD Institute Fourth Year Students interested in progressing to for Chinese Studies. The core modules offered Food and Agricultural Strategy ¬ International the Food Business with Chinese Studies in the UCD School of Agriculture & Food Science Food Marketing ¬ Agricultural Policy ¬ degree option must undertake one Chinese language module in semester one and (fundamental food science and food business Enterprise Development ¬ Advanced Chinese 1 transfer to the Food Business with Chinese management modules) combine systematically and 2 ¬ Chinese Economy ¬ Doing Business in Studies degree option by the end of with Chinese modules offered by UCD Institute China ¬ Option modules semester one. for Chinese Studies (language, cultural, and target market oriented courses). Career and Graduate Study Opportunties As the agri-food sector becomes more First Year knowledge intensive, education and skills Introduction to Food and Agribusiness development are even more critical for career Management ¬ Agricultural Economics and success. This programme incorporates Business ¬ Mathematics ¬ Chemistry ¬ Biology Chinese language and cultural components ¬ Physics ¬ Chinese Language Experience ¬ into the business skills and fundamental Elementary Written Chinese ¬ Elementary science required for managerial and Spoken Chinese professional careers in the agri-food Second Year sectors. These elements, combined with an emphasis on learning to think analytically, Business Management ¬ Business Law Other courses of interest result in a programme that equips students ¬ Applied Economic Analysis ¬ Finanical Agricultural Science �182 with the knowledge and skills necessary for Planning and Control ¬ Soil Science ¬ Animal & Crop Production �185 professional decision-making in agri-food Intermediate Spoken Chinese 1 and 2 ¬ Animal Science �186 business sectors in the global market, with Intermediate Written Chinese 1 and 2 ¬ Animal Science — Equine �187 particular reference to China. Option Modules Food & Agribusiness Management �188
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“I chose to study Dairy Business due to its broad curriculum, international work experience and range of career opportunities. This course delivers a strong grounding in both business and science. I had a mix of lectures across UCD, including business lectures in the Quinn School of Business. The key differentiator about this course is third year. In the first semester, I had the opportunity to complete six months’ work experience on a farm in New Zealand. In the second semester, I attended Teagasc Moorepark Research Centre, where my class had lectures from leading agricultural researchers. This experience stands out to employers. The education I have received Dairy Business opens up a wide range of job opportunities in farm management, advisory and leading food BAgrSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) businesses.” TJ Hegarty Student
CAO Code DN252
Why is this course for me? Students spend an average of 40 hours CAO Points Range 2016 440—545 The Irish dairy industry is in a time of a week, including: lectures and tutorials; Length of Course 4 Years significant change, following the abolition laboratory and practical workshops; and Places 20 of EU milk quotas on March 31, 2015. This independent study. change brings significant challenges and Assessment varies but involves a For general entry requirements, opportunities for young, highly skilled combination of projects, continuous see pages 196-203 graduates from the Dairy Business assessment and end-of-semester Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements programme. This degree is designed to examinations. O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics, a equip future leaders of the dairy industry Assessment of PWE involves monthly laboratory science subject and two other with the scientific, technical and business recognised subjects reports, a final report and an interview, upon skills needed to cope with this business and completion. Other school leaving examinations enterprise expansion. See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd Career & Graduate Study Opportunities What will I study? Level 5/6 QQI-FET In addition to the highly skilled role of dairy See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html First & Second Year farm management, opportunities exist in a You start with a range of business, science, Level 6/7 Progression Routes wide variety of areas including: mathematics and technology-related See www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac –– Research modules. You then build on this scientific Mature Entry Route base by taking a range of modules in –– Animal feed industry See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents relevant applied sciences, as well as –– Banking business and communications-related –– Teaching modules. –– Consultancy Third & Fourth Year Research opportunities to Master’s and PhD In June of second year, you’ll undertake level are available. technical management of a dairy farm at Teagasc, Kildalton Agricultural College. Professional Work Experience (PWE) This is followed by Professional Work PWE takes place between July and Experience (PWE) placement in the dairy December (first semester, third year) and industry from July to December. offers you the opportunity to visit New Zealand at the busiest time of the dairy For semester two of third year, you study at farming calendar. Teagasc Moorepark in areas including: Grassland Management & Nutrition ¬ Dairy Systems ¬ Applied Breeding & Fertility ¬ Herd KEY FACT The UCD Lyons Dairy Research and Education Health ¬ Dairy Business project. Facility was officially opened on the 19 January, In fourth year, you’ll consolidate your 2016, and is an excellent resource for understanding of earlier modules and pursue Dairy Business students. a range of business and science modules. Other courses of interest Agricultural Science �182 Animal & Crop Production �185 Animal Science �186 Animal Science — Equine �187 Food & Agribusiness Management �188
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CAO Code DN253
Why is this course for me? Third & Fourth Year This degree focuses on sustainable Focuses on the environmental impacts of CAO Points Range 2016 430—510 management of natural resources (plants, agriculture, while learning practical field Length of Course 4 Years and lab-based skills e.g. landscape analysis animals, air, soils and water) within the Places 20 context of agriculture and other land-based using GIS. You will also become familiar industries, and protection of the rural with national and international policies For general entry requirements, environment for future generations. This to protect rural environments. In fourth see pages 196-203 year, you complete a supervised research specialist applied science degree will equip Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements you for a career at the interface between project and produce a thesis. This provides O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics, a production agriculture and environmental an opportunity to study a topic of your own laboratory science subject and two other protection, to give you: choice more deeply, and gain practical recognised subjects experience of research and scientific –– An understanding of rural environmental writing. Other school leaving examinations issues in Ireland, the EU and worldwide See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd –– A detailed knowledge of sustainable Students spend an average of 40 hours per week attending lectures, tutorials and Level 5/6 QQI-FET agriculture and land management See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html practice laboratory-based practical classes, and in undertaking independent study. Level 6/7 Progression Routes –– The skills to contribute in farming and See www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac land-use industries, as either a scientist, A combination of continuous assessment planner or policymaker and end-of-semester written examinations Mature Entry Route See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents –– First-hand experience of is used. A number of modules also involve agri-environmental research as a basis written assignments and/or project-based for further studies work. –– Interpersonal and professional skills Career & Graduate Study Opportunities required in a wide range of career paths Many AES graduates follow career paths as What will I study? environmental consultants. Others work in State agencies that require both agricultural First Year and environmental management skills, Focuses on teaching basic sciences relevant including: Department of Agriculture, Food to agriculture (especially biology and & the Marine Teagasc Environmental chemistry) and provides an introduction ¬ ¬ Protection Agency National Parks & Wildlife to rural land-use systems and ¬ Service Local authorities. environmental issues. ¬ A high proportion of AES graduates go on to Second Year further studies at postgraduate level. Focuses on the principles of crop and animal production and applied agri-environmental Professional Work Experience (PWE) sciences. Modules include: Ecology ¬ Plant & International Study Opportunities Biology ¬ Soil Science ¬ Applied Zoology ¬ A five-month period of structured PWE Microbiology ¬ Genetics ¬ Biotechnology takes place in third year. Other courses of interest On completion of second year, you have the You can also elect to study abroad for one Agricultural Science �182 opportunity to develop real-world scientific semester, at universities including: Forestry �194 field skills through participation in a week- University of California, USA ¬ University of Horticulture, Landscape & Sportsturf Management 195 long residential field course in the Burren, Queensland, Australia ¬ Purdue University, � Co. Clare. USA. Animal & Crop Production �185 Landscape Architecture �162
UCD Agriculture & Food Science Programme Office [email protected] www.ucd.ie/myucd/ag Agriculture & Food Science Centre +353 1 716 7194 Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/UCDAgFood @UCDAgFood YouTube/ucdagfood 191 UCD Agriculture, Food & Nutrition “For anyone with a love of food, whether it is creating new products, quality testing or doing scientific research, you will be exposed to wonderful and endless opportunities while studying Food Science in UCD. After a broad science based first year, subjects covered in second and third year will allow you to apply a food industry perspective through a blend of projects, laboratory practicals and both group and individual assignments. In third year, I studied abroad for a semester at Cornell University, which was an incredible experience and has made my college journey truly unforgettable. The food industry is global and growing at a fast pace, exciting for those Food Science who choose to study a BSc. Food Science and be involved in the new advancements and BSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) discoveries made every day!” Jennifer Lee Claffey Student
CAO Code DN261
Why is this course for me? curricula and options that the CAO Points Range 2016 485—570 Food Science develops your scientific IFT Higher Education Review Length of Course 4 Years knowledge of how to produce high-quality, Board has determined meet the Places 40 safe and nutritious foods for the global IFT Undergraduate Education market. As a food scientist, you’ll have a role Standards for Degrees in Food Science. For general entry requirements, to play in all aspects of the food chain, from Assessment involves end-of-term see pages 196-203 production at farm level to the retailer and written exams and a variety of continuous Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements to the consumer. assessments designed to develop skills O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics, a for success, including report writing, oral, laboratory science subject and two other What will I study? recognised subjects poster and video presentations, and food First Year formulation exercises. Other school leaving examinations Focuses on the core sciences of biology and See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd chemistry. There is also an Introduction to Career & Graduate Study Opportunities Level 5/6 QQI-FET Food, Diet & Health module to give a flavour Graduates have excellent employment See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html of later stages of your degree. prospects with national and international companies in: Level 6/7 Progression Routes Second, Third & Fourth Year See www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac –– Production management You cover the applied sciences, including: Mature Entry Route –– Nutrition Food Physics ¬ Food Analysis ¬ Microbiology ¬ See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents –– Food quality and safety Sensory Science –– Sales & marketing You’re introduced to Human Nutrition, –– New product development and research before progressing to the major food science modules, including: There are also excellent graduate study New Product Development ¬ Food Chemistry ¬ opportunities available. Food Processing Professional Work Experience (PWE) The final year focuses on the technology & International Study Opportunities and chemistry of meat, dairy and fermented Five months’ PWE in the food industry in foods. Food safety and marketing are third year is an integral part of the degree. important aspects of the course. You will Students are also encouraged to take a also have an opportunity to undertake a semester abroad and participate on the research project. Agriculture Study Abroad Programme. The course involves attending lectures Possibilities include: and completing laboratory practicals and –– Michigan State University, USA sessions to give first-hand experience of –– Purdue University, USA operating food processing equipment. There –– Kansas State University, USA are also many opportunities to work on team-based assignments. –– University of California, Davis, USA Other courses of interest –– University of Queensland, Australia The UCD Food Science Programme is Agricultural Science �182 –– Cornell University, USA. internationally accredited by the Institute Human Nutrition �193 of Food Technologists (IFT). This award Food & Agribusiness Management �188 is granted to educational institutions that have food science programmes which offer
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CAO Code DN262
Why is this course for me? The Human Nutrition Nutrition – the interaction between food and Programme at UCD CAO Points Range 2016 530 — 555 is accredited by the health – is becoming increasingly important Length of Course 4 Years Association for Nutrition. in society. This degree covers many aspects Places 27 of nutritional sciences, from biochemistry Career & Graduate Study Opportunities to molecular and public health nutrition, For general entry requirements, Graduates have found employment in: and also includes topics such as nutrition see pages 196-203 communication and food regulatory affairs. –– The food industry Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements Upon graduating you’ll be able to apply your –– Nutrition research O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics, a knowledge to many different areas of the laboratory science subject and two other –– Health promotion recognised subjects food and health industry. You can also train as a public health nutritionist through further study and/or Other school leaving examinations What will I study? applied practice. Food and health have been See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd The early years focus on core sciences and identified as strategically significant in UCD. Level 5/6 QQI-FET general food and health modules, which As such, development of internationally None build your knowledge of biological systems recognised research groups in food and and their application to human nutrition. Level 6/7 Progression Routes health in UCD has resulted in a substantial See www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac After significant Professional Work increase in recruitment of PhD and MSc Experience (PWE), final year focuses on Mature Entry Route (Research) posts. specific areas of human nutrition. See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents
First & Second Year Professional Work Experience (PWE) Health Screening & Garda Vetting Core material (chemistry, biology, nutritional & International Study Opportunities See page 197 biochemistry) ¬ Nutrients & the Role of A 10-month PWE programme allows you to Nutrition in Lifestages ¬ Nutrition Research graduate with the skills necessary to enter modules the working world. Opportunities for international study exist Third & Fourth Year through the PWE component and, upon 10-month PWE Molecular, Public ¬ graduation, through world-class research Health & Clinical Nutrition ¬ Nutrition & groups in international universities. Communication ¬ Food Regulation ¬ Research Project Students spend an average of 40 hours a week attending lectures and tutorials and KEY FACT The UCD School of Agriculture and Food Science participating in laboratory workshops, and is the first destination of choice for students in undertake independent study. Ireland interested in developing their careers in A combination of end-of-semester written Agriculture, Food Science and Human Nutrition. examinations and continuous assessment is used. In third and fourth year, you’ll complete comprehensive research projects. Other courses of interest Agricultural Science �182 Food Science �192 Medicine �139 Health & Performance Science �157
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“Initially, I chose Forestry because I had an interest in wildlife and the environment. However, after studying Forestry for a number of years, the complexity of the subject became more apparent. For example, with the current concern for global climate change, Forestry is now more focused on both the environmental and social aspects of forest management, as well as economics. The Forestry course in UCD provides a deep academic understanding of the current forestry industry in Ireland, as well as internationally, and also provides practical opportunities to develop this understanding further. Forestry, as I see it, also has a bright future and will continue to expand and develop due to the multiple uses Forestry that forests provide, such as timber production, recreation, biodiversity conservation and carbon sequestration. BAgrSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) Darragh Fadden Student
CAO Code DN271
Why is this course for me? Wood Science ¬ Elective modules ¬ CAO Points Range 2016 275—485 Forestry is the science, art and practice of Professional Work Experience Length of Course 4 Years managing forests. Carbon sequestration, Fourth Year timber production, renewable energy Places 15 GIS & Forest Inventory ¬ Forest Management resources, wildlife management, urban Plan ¬ GIS & Experimental Design ¬ Scientific For general entry requirements, forestry, adaptation for climate change, Research Project ¬ Elective modules see pages 196-203 and the conservation of genetic resources Students spend approximately 40 hours Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements are all aspects of modern forestry that are O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics, a covered in the course. Also covered are the a week attending field work sessions and laboratory science subject and two other protection and enhancement of biodiversity, tutorials, and undertake independent study. recognised subjects soils and water quality, as they are highly Assessment includes continuous Other school leaving examinations relevant in the creation and management of assessment (e.g. class tests, essays) and See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd forests that provide society with essential end-of-semester written examinations. goods and services. Foresters employ the In your final year, assessments are largely Level 5/6 QQI-FET See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html latest information and communication based on the project reports. technology, such as geographic information Level 6/7 Progression Routes systems (GIS), remote sensing, forest Career & Graduate Study Opportunities See www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac growth modelling and decision support Forestry graduates find employment in all Mature Entry Route systems to support good management areas of the sector, including: See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents and sustainable practice, and the course –– State and semi-state agencies provides a good introduction to this –– Forest management and consultancy technology. –– Wood processing and renewable energy What will I study? –– Environmental agencies A broad science-based first year is followed –– Education and research by forestry-focused topics in subsequent –– Forestry contractors years. Fourth year is largely project-based Many graduates set up their own forestry and allows students to combine all of businesses. Other opportunities include their accumulated skills and knowledge, information technology, land-use planning while further developing their ability to and financial services. Research to Master’s communicate effectively. and PhD levels is available. First Year Professional Work Experience (PWE) Biology Chemistry Physics Mathematics ¬ ¬ ¬ ¬ & International Study Opportunities Economics Trees & Forests in Ireland ¬ ¬ Forestry students complete five months’ Elective modules PWE and are encouraged to experience Second Year both Irish forestry and forestry in a foreign Soil Science ¬ Plant Ecology ¬ Tree Structure country. & Function Principles of Forestry ¬ ¬ In third year, a number of forestry students Other courses of interest Professional Forestry Practice Elective ¬ have studied for a semester in: Agricultural Science �182 modules Agri-Environmental Sciences �191 –– Michigan State University, USA Horticulture, Landscape Third Year –– Purdue University, USA & Sportsturf Management �195 Forest Management Forest Establishment ¬ ¬ –– Iowa State University, USA. Landscape Architecture �162 Forest Protection ¬ GIS & Remote Sensing ¬
www.ucd.ie/myucd/ag UCD Agriculture & Food Science Programme Office [email protected] Agriculture & Food Science Centre +353 1 716 7194 Belfield, Dublin 4 facebook.com/UCDAgFood 194 @UCDAgFood YouTube/ucdagfood UCD Agriculture, Food & Nutrition “I chose to study Horticulture, Landscape and Sportsturf Management in UCD, as I knew I could combine my love of nature, outdoors and science. The course provides a strong foundation in science with engaging hand-on classes and fieldtrips. My third-year Professional Work Experience in Ballymaloe House and Gardens was a defining point in my degree. I loved working Horticulture, with a range of different plants, improving my plant identification skills, working with Landscape integrated pest management, organic food production and greenhouse management. & Sportsturf I also got the opportunity to be Secretary of the Horticulture Society, which is now a Management booming vibrant society. We have a community garden, polytunnel, and apiary, and organise BAgrSc (Hons) (NFQ Level 8) horticulture-based talks and tours.” Ruth Farnan Student
CAO Code DN272 Why is this course for me? Third Year Plant Protection ¬ Pests ¬ Soil Science Horticulture is the art, science, technology CAO Points Range 2016 285—470 and business of plant cultivation for human Applications ¬ Plant Diseases: Biology & use. If you like biology or other science Control ¬ Landscape, Trees & Shrubs ¬ Length of Course 4 Years subjects, or you’re interested in business Professional Work Experience Places 16 studies, home economics or languages, Fourth Year then this course may be for you. It will give For general entry requirements, Food Production: Mushrooms, Fruits, see pages 196-203 you an appreciation of the importance of Vegetables etc & Post Harvest Physiology ¬ plants for human life and well-being. The Enterprise Development & Strategy ¬ Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics, a course covers the sciences, environmental Research project ¬ Nursery, Garden studies, business, management and laboratory science subject and two other Centre & Retail Horticulture ¬ Professional recognised subjects communications, as well as growing Communications food and non-food plants. Landscape & Students spend an average of 40 hours Other school leaving examinations Sportsturf Management focuses on the See www.myucd.ie/applying-to-ucd science behind developing and maintaining a week attending lectures, tutorials and Ireland’s designed landscapes, golf courses, laboratory practicals and participating in Level 5/6 QQI-FET See www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/FET.html tennis courts and sport pitches. The industry site visits and field and greenhouse objectives of this degree are to give you: workshops, and undertake independent study and research. Level 6/7 Progression Routes –– Knowledge of the growth, development See www.ucd.ie/myucd/hetac and protection of plants, and use of Assessment includes continuous assessment (e.g. class tests, essays) and Mature Entry Route plants for food, leisure, sports, social and See www.ucd.ie/maturestudents environmental benefits end-of-semester written examinations. –– An understanding of horticultural In your final year, assessments are largely plant production systems and how based on the project reports. their components are integrated and Career & Graduate Study Opportunities managed in an environmentally friendly This degree maintains strong links with the and sustainable manner horticulture industry. Career opportunities –– The skills to become a competent, include management, technical advisory, competitive and confident leader consultation, research, quality assurance who will excel in the national or global and sales or marketing positions, working horticulture community as a professional for companies or within your own business. horticulturist or horticultural scientist Opportunities also exist in state, semi- What will I study? state, EU and international organisations. You’ll study core science subjects in first Your transferable skills will make you highly year, and then develop your horticulture employable in other industries. Master’s and knowledge with specialist modules. PhD degrees are also available.
First Year Professional Work Experience (PWE) Plants and People Landscape & Sportsturf ¬ & International Study Opportunities Management Agricultural Economics ¬ ¬ All or part of your five-month PWE in third Biology Chemistry Physics Mathematics ¬ ¬ ¬ year can be taken abroad, with possibilities Other courses of interest Second Year including Japan, New Zealand, Australia, Agricultural Science �182 Management ¬ Soil Science Basics ¬ Plant USA, Britain and Europe. Studying abroad Agri-Environmental Sciences �191 Ecology ¬ Plant Biology ¬ Fundamentals of for one semester is also a popular option for Forestry �194 Horticulture ¬ Health, Welfare & Safety in many students. Landscape Architecture �162 Agriculture
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Top Ten Tips for Applying to UCD 196 Top Ten Tips for Applying to UCD What do I need to know before I apply? 197 1 7 Information for applicants applying on the basis of: Talk to your guidance counsellor. Make sure you include all relevant details: Irish Leaving Certificate 198 2 – If you are repeating your Leaving A-Level/GCSE examinations 199 Certificate, ensure you include all Study this prospectus and decide exam numbers. Other school-leaving on a shortlist of the courses which – If you are presenting a certificate examinations 199 interest you. other than the Irish Leaving Certificate or applying as a mature or Alternative Admissions Pathways 200 3 transfer applicant, ensure you send Access Courses & Flexible Learning 200 all supporting documents directly Check the entry requirements in to the CAO. Mature 200 this prospectus, or visit www.ucd. Graduate Entry 201 ie/myucd/entryrequirements for the most up-to-date information. 8 QQI-FET 201 Make sure you can meet the entry If you have even the slightest interest requirements for the courses you in a restricted application course, Disability Access are considering. make sure to select it on your CAO form Route to Education (DARE) 201 by 1 February – you can always remove Higher Education it later, but you can’t add it later. Also 4 ensure you apply for any relevant tests Access Route (HEAR) 201 Remember that the points are where necessary. How do I apply? 202 determined by supply and demand and may vary a lot from year to year, Central Applications Office (CAO) 202 so don’t focus too much on last 9 Non-EU Applicants 202 year’s points. Check the statement you receive from the CAO in May, to make sure all details Transfer Routes 202 are correct. You can use the “change of 5 mind” facility up to 1 July, if you need to. Responsibility of Applicant 202 Include the courses which interest you, Assessment of Applications 202 in your genuine order of preference. 10 Frequently asked questions 203 Remember, there are alternative 6 routes to many of our courses, Fill out your CAO form online. such as QQI-FET entry. (It’s cheaper if you do it before 20 January.)
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Is there an age requirement? a third language and/or a laboratory screening policy. There are associated fees for science subject. Full details are available these procedures. Students applying to these Yes. You must be 17 years of age by 15 January in our Summary Entry Requirements courses can find further information on these following entry. For entry in 2018 your date of document, available at www.ucd.ie/myucd/ processes and policies and an up-to-date list birth must be on or before 15 January 2002. If entryrequirements. of courses requiring screening at: www.ucd.ie/ you do not meet the age requirement and want registry/admissions/healthscreen.html. to appeal this, you can write to the Registrar. Are there other special entry Your letter must be accompanied by a letter requirements for courses? Student Garda Vetting of support from your School Principal. Your Applicants to certain courses will also be request will be then be considered. ––Applicants for Medicine (DN400) are required to complete an application to the assessed on a combination of their school- National Vetting Bureau and/or overseas police Are there minimum entry requirements? leaving qualifications and the Health certificate. At present, the courses requiring Professions Admission Test – Ireland Student Vetting include Human Nutrition Yes, there are minimum entry requirements (HPAT – Ireland). In addition to the CAO (DN262), Veterinary Nursing (DN310), that all applicants, applying based on school- application, applicants must register for the Medicine (DN400 and DN401), Radiography leaving results, must meet. This is known as HPAT – Ireland at www.hpat-ireland.acer. (DN410), Physiotherapy (DN420), Nursing & matriculation. These requirements are available . edu.au Midwifery (DN450, DN451, DN452, DN453) and at www.ucd.ie/myucd/matriculation. ––Applicants for Veterinary Medicine (DN300) Sports and Exercise Management (DN430). Is Irish always required? are required to complete two weeks Details are available at www.ucd.ie/registry/ practical experience relevant to animal admissions/vetting.html. A pass in Irish (06/H7) in the Leaving handling. For more information see: www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/vet.html. It is important to note that Healthcare Certificate is required for admission to all Screening and Student Vetting are compulsory courses in UCD. However, you may be able ––Applicants for mature and graduate entry course requirements. to claim exemption if you were born outside for some courses will also need to take the Republic of Ireland or in certain other tests such as MSAP – Ireland or GAMSAT. Fitness to Practise circumstances (e.g. if you were educated See the Mature and Graduate Entry sections outside Ireland for a significant period or have on page 200 and 201 for details. Courses that lead to a professional specific disabilities). Please seewww.ucd.ie/ qualification, and a licence to practise that myucd/matriculation for further details. Note, Are there any special requirements requires students to undertake practical in some cases, if you are granted exemptions for courses with clinical or professional training in a professional environment, may from Irish, you may nevertheless present placements? be subject to the University’s Student Fitness Irish as a subject for matriculation to fulfil the to Practise Policy. Students applying to such requirement to present a language other than courses can find out more information at: Health Screening English. www.ucd.ie/registry/academicsecretariat/ Candidates for admission to Medicine (DN400, pol.htm. Are there any other subjects DN401), Radiography (DN410), Physiotherapy that are always required? (DN420), Biomedical, Health & Life Sciences (DN440), and Nursing & Midwifery (DN450, As English is the teaching language of the DN451, DN452, DN453), Human Nutrition University, all applicants must have a pass (DN262) are required to undergo a mandatory For more frequently asked questions, (06/H7) in English (or equivalent in other healthcare screening process prior to please see exams). Mathematics is required for many admission and from time to time thereafter, courses. In addition, some courses require in accordance with a stringent healthcare www.ucd.ie/myucd/admissionsfaq
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Irish Leaving Certificate Applicants presenting Leaving Certificate Grade Points results from previous which include subjects Distinction 66 Minimum entry requirements no longer offered should email admissions@ Leaving Certificate ucd.ie for advice with regard to acceptability Vocational Merit 46 ––To matriculate on the results of the and any exclusions which may apply. Programme (LCVP) Link Modules Pass 28 Leaving Certificate, a student must NB present at least six recognised subjects The Leaving Certificate Applied Programme Notes selected according to course requirements is not an acceptable qualification for ––Minimum points requirements can change (see Entry Requirements for each course) matriculation purposes. and must obtain at least Grade H5 in two from year to year as they are dependent subjects and Grade O6/H7 in the remaining Combination of subjects not permitted on demand for each course, as well as the four subjects. number of places available. ––The subject “Physics and Chemistry” may ––A student may normally combine ––For entry in 2018, 25 additional points not be presented with either “Physics” or the results of Leaving Certificate will be awarded for a grade H6 or better in “Chemistry”. examinations obtained in different years Leaving Certificate Mathematics, where for Matriculation Registration purposes. ––“Agricultural Economics” may not be that subject is one of the six subjects being This concession applies to Matriculation presented with “Economics”. counted for points purposes. Registration only; it does not apply to the ––“Classical Studies” may not be presented ––Applicants’ performance in the Leaving calculation of points. However, it should with “Latin” or “Greek”. Certificate examination is scored on their be noted that students seeking to enter best results in no more than six individual Medicine must meet the minimum entry Laboratory science subjects subjects taken in the Leaving Certificate requirements, including both Leaving The following subjects in the Irish Leaving examination of any one year. This does not Certificate points and matriculation, in the Certificate are recognised laboratory science preclude an intending applicant from taking same sitting of the Leaving Certificate. subjects: school-leaving examinations in two or more Acceptable subjects Agricultural Science ¬ Biology ¬ Chemistry ¬ years. In this event, the choice of year for Physics and Chemistry (Joint) ¬ Physics. scoring purposes will be such as to ensure All subjects of the current Leaving Certificate that each applicant is credited with the For Science (DN200) only, Applied examination are accepted for Matriculation maximum possible score. Registration purposes, with the following Mathematics or Geography may also be used ––It is still possible to achieve matriculation exceptions and qualifications: as a laboratory science subject. and subject requirements over more For Veterinary Nursing (DN310) only, Home i. Gaeilge – Bonnleibhéal (Irish – than one year. However, for admission to Economics (Social & Scientific) may also be Foundation Level) will not be accepted Medicine, applicants must achieve both the used as a laboratory science subject. for Matriculation Registration purposes. required subject grades and the points in ii. Mathematics Ordinary Alternative/ Assessment of applications the same sitting. Foundation Level will be accepted for ––The subjects and combinations of subjects Admission to most undergraduate courses Matriculation Registration purposes, not permitted for matriculation also apply is extremely competitive. Entry is normally but not as a substitute for the subject when computing an applicant’s points based on the points system for students Mathematics in courses for which the score. subject Mathematics is currently an presenting Irish Leaving Certificate ––The points scores for Medicine are adjusted entry requirement. examinations. Points are awarded as follows. when combined with HPAT – Ireland. Please Leaving Certificate points are not awarded % Grade Points Points see www.ucd.ie/myucd/hpat. for either of these subjects. Higher Ordinary Paper Paper ––For scoring of pre 2017 Leaving Certificate 90–100 1 100 56 examinations, please see: www.ucd.ie/ registry/admissions/points.html. 80-89 2 88 46 70-79 3 77 37 60-69 4 66 28 50-59 5 56 20 40-49 6 46 12 30-39 7 37 N/A
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A-Level/GCSE examinations Other school-leaving examinations Minimum entry requirements Grades required Applicants from EU and European Grade C or better at GCSE or passes at A-Level As the number of eligible applicants is greater are required in six recognised subjects. Two of than the number of places available, admission Economic Alliance (EEA) countries those six subjects must be grade C or better at to undergraduate courses is based on the Every EU country is currently represented A-Level. Subjects must include relevant UCD points system. amongst UCD’s student body. Applicants course entry requirements. See www.ucd.ie/ Applicants will need to achieve grades must meet normal matriculation and entry myucd/alevel for details. equivalent to the Leaving Certificate points requirements. Further information is available at www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/eu.html. NB required to enter a UCD degree programme. A maximum of four A-Level (A2) or AS grades, If you were born outside the Republic of Non-EU applicants Ireland, you do not require Irish as a subject not GCSE grades, will be considered for Leaving Certificate points comparison purposes. For for entry to UCD. However, you may present UCD welcomes applicants from non-EU most recent information see: www.ucd.ie/ Irish as a subject for matriculation to fulfil countries. Further information on application registry/admissions/alevel.html. the requirement to present a language other and entry requirements is available at than English. www.ucd.ie/international (select ‘Study Indicative points equivalence at UCD’ and your country) or from the Acceptable subjects Indicative equivalence of A and AS-level UCD International Admissions Team ([email protected]). Not all GCSE and A-Level subjects are examination grades with Irish Leaving Certificate points will operate for entry recognised and some subjects may not be in 2018. The comparison table can be NB accepted in combination with one another. If you were born outside the Republic of viewed at: www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/ For further information and the list of the Ireland, you do not require Irish as a subject alevel.html. A-Level subjects acceptable for matriculation, for entry to UCD. consult the Entry Requirements section of the Notes NUI website: www.nui.ie. The results of Leaving ––A maximum of four recognised subjects will Certificate examinations and A-Level and GCSE be counted (Please see www.nui.ie/college/ examinations may not normally be combined entry-requirements.asp for details). for application purposes. AVCE subjects are ––If 4 A-levels are presented, the 4th A-level not currently accepted for matriculation or (lowest result) will be scored at a lower entry purposes. UCD does not currently accept weighting. vocational or applied subjects. ––An applicant’s score will be calculated on Course-specific entry requirements the basis of either of the following: their best 4 A level subjects from one academic On each course page in this prospectus, you year or their best 3 A level subjects from will find the specific subject requirements. The one academic year plus one AS in a different following provides examples of the A-level/ subject from the same or the preceding GCSE equivalents for these requirements: academic year only.
––Where Leaving Certificate O6 is shown, the ––In 2018, 25 additional points will be minimum requirement is Grade C at GCSE awarded for a grade E or better in Mathematics at A level. This will apply ––Where Leaving Certificate O3 is shown, the to only ONE mathematics subject of minimum requirement is Grade B at GCSE Mathematics, Further Mathematics and ––Where Leaving Certificate H4 is shown, the Pure Mathematics, where that subject is one minimum requirement is Grade C at A-Level of the four subjects being counted for points ––Where Leaving Certificate H3 is shown, the purposes. minimum requirement is Grade B at A-Level NB Mathematics and Pure Mathematics cannot be counted separately for points purposes.
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Mature Applicants When should I apply? Please Note You must ensure that all relevant What is a mature applicant? The opening date for CAO applications information is submitted to the CAO. is early November 2017. For most of our There is no separate UCD application A mature applicant is anyone who is at least programmes the closing date is 1 February form, although some courses require a 23 years of age on 1 January of the proposed 2018. Completed CAO application forms and supplementary statement. year of entry and whose school-leaving all supplementary information should be qualifications are insufficient for admission. www.ucd.ie/maturestudents provides returned to the CAO by this date. (There is a For admission in September 2018, your date of advice for personal statements. Your reduced application fee for applications made birth must be on or before 1 January, 1995. documents must arrive in the CAO within prior to 20 January.) Some courses may accept seven days of the submission of the online How do I apply? late applications up to 1 May 2018 but this is application. subject to the availability of places. For all our full-time, and some of our part-time, undergraduate degree programmes, mature For dates of additional tests, please see Contact us with your queries page 213. applicants must apply through the Central UCD Registry - Admissions is available to help Applications Office (CAO). The application can How are applications assessed? you with the application process. You can be completed online at www.cao.ie. email: [email protected] or call: Some programmes require specific All applications on the grounds of mature years 01 716 1536. tests (e.g. MSAP and HPAT) or personal received by the 1 February closing date are statements. Please see: www.ucd.ie/ forwarded from the CAO to UCD. The relevant registry/admissions/MYcourse.html for Programme Board then evaluates applications. University Access Courses details of what is required for programme. Generally, the Programme Board is looking for evidence of academic ability, as well as UCD offers part-time access courses, which What should be included interest in and aptitude for the programme prepare adults for third level study. University with my application? for which you have applied. See www.ucd.ie/ Access is available to Arts, Humanities, Social Sciences, Law, Science, Engineering and Mature applicants may need to provide maturestudents for details of what is taken Agricultural Sciences. supplementary information in addition to their into account for each programme. CAO application form. NB For more information, contact Any supplementary information required Applications submitted by 1 February are UCD Access & Lifelong Learning: (e.g. examination results, CV, personal processed and forwarded to the relevant Call +353 1 716 7584 statement) must be sent to the CAO with the Programme Boards by mid-March. or visit www.ucd.ie/all/study. completed application form. Those applying Applicants must ensure that all supporting online (via www.cao.ie) must ensure that they documentation is submitted to the CAO forward supplementary information to the within seven days of application. Part-time Learning CAO immediately after submitting the online Over 250 modules across 30 subjects are application. When will I know the outcome of my application? available for adults learners who wish to study The CAO Handbook contains useful advice on a part-time bases. Each module carries 5 regarding the application process. Applicants If you’re offered a place, you’ll receive an ECTS credits. Modules can be taken for credit should read it carefully, taking particular note official offer from the CAO, usually in early or audit. Students may combine modules to of the sections pertaining to mature student July. However, we generally advise mature receive a certificate or diploma award. There applications. applicants of the decision in advance when the are no formal entry requirements – all learners decisions are received from the Programme are welcome. Board. Please note that, in accordance with For further information visit CAO procedures, applicants will only be offered www.ucd.ie/all/study their highest successful preference so it is or call +353 1 716 7123. extremely important that you fill out your CAO choices in order of genuine preference. The CAO offer will state the date by which you must accept the place. Places that have not been accepted by that date will be offered to other applicants at a later stage. Consequently, mature applicants may receive an offer in later rounds. If you plan to be away from home between July and September, make sure to access the CAO online to check the status of your application or arrange for someone to deal with your post for you.
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Graduate Entry Who should apply to DARE? Higher Education There are graduate entry pathways available to DARE is for school leavers (under 23 years Access Route (HEAR) old as at 1 January 2018) who have the the following undergraduate degrees: The Higher Education Access Route (HEAR) ability to benefit from and succeed in higher is a college and university scheme which ––DN300 Veterinary Medicine (five-year education but who may not meet the points offers places on reduced points and extra programme) for their preferred course due to the impact college support to school leavers from socio- ––DN301 Veterinary Medicine (four-year of a disability. Mature and QQI-FET students economically disadvantaged backgrounds who programme) have different admissions routes – please see are resident in the Republic of Ireland. ––DN401 Medicine (Graduate Entry only) relevant sections on page 19. ––DN420 Physiotherapy How to apply to DARE? Who should apply to HEAR? Further information is available on our website www.ucd.ie/maturestudents. School leavers from socio-economically STEP 1 disadvantaged backgrounds who are under the School leavers must apply to the CAO at www. Note age of 23 as of 1 January, 2018, and who are by . For the graduate entry routes to Medicine cao.ie 5.15pm on 1 February, 2018 resident in the Republic of Ireland may apply to and Veterinary Medicine, separate HEAR. STEP 2 application for GAMSAT is also required. The If you wish to be considered for the DARE CAO closing date is 1 February, 2018. How to apply to HEAR? scheme, you must disclose your disability Further information is available at and/or specific learning difficulty in your CAO STEP 1 http://gamsat.acer.edu.au/. application and fully and correctly complete Apply online to the CAO by 5.15pm on 1 Section A of the Supplementary Information February 2018. Form (the SIF is a part of your CAO application) QQI-FET Applicants and return it no later than 5.15pm on 1 March, STEP 2 2018. No later than 5.15pm on 1 March, 2018, you Applicants with appropriate QQI-FET (Level must indicate in your CAO application that you 5 or 6) qualifications and modules, with a To apply to DARE, you must answer yes to wish to apply for the HEAR scheme and you minimum of distinction in five modules, Question 1 ( Do you wish to be considered for must fully and correctly complete all elements can be admitted on a competitive basis DARE?) on Section A by 5.15pm on 1 March, of the HEAR form. (The HEAR form is a part of to programmes in: Science, Agriculture, 2018. your CAO application.) Veterinary Nursing, Nursing, Arts and Humanities, Social Sciences and Commerce. STEP 3 STEP 3 Applicants must then complete and return Submit relevant evidence in support of your QQI-FET routes for other programmes are section B Educational Impact Statement and under consideration. Please see website for application to arrive at the CAO by 5.15pm on Section C Evidence of Disability to arrive at the 1 April, 2018. updates. CAO by 5.15pm on 1 April, 2018. HEAR applications can only be made online at Please see: www.ucd.ie/registry/ www.cao.ie. admissions/FET.html for full details Conditions of a DARE Offer Students who accept places in UCD through Students who receive a DARE offer must HEAR must attend a compulsory Orientation register with the UCD Access & Lifelong Programme. HEAR students are offered a Disability Access Route Learning Centre for Disability Support and variety of academic, personal and social agree to a schedule of meetings. To Education (DARE) supports while studying at third level. The Disability Access Route to Education More information on DARE is available from More information on HEAR is available from (DARE) is a supplementary admissions scheme your school guidance counsellor or from your school guidance counsellor or the UCD for school leavers with disabilities. School the UCD Access & Lifelong Learning Centre. Access & Lifelong Learning. leavers who meet the eligibility criteria Information can also be found on: More information on HEAR is available from compete for a quota of places allocated to www.accesscollege.ie, www.cao.ie and your school guidance counsellor of the UCD applicants on a reduced-points basis in UCD. www.ucd.ie/all. Access & Lifelong Learning. Information All applicants must meet the Irish Leaving can also be found on www.accesscollege.ie, Certificate (or equivalent) matriculation/ www.cao.ie and www.ucd.ie/all. minimum entry and subject requirements.
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Responsibility of Applicant Whether applying via the CAO or directly to UCD, it is the responsibility of the applicant Applying to UCD is very straightforward. There is online to ensure that the application is submitted accurately and on time. help available, or you can come to our Open Days for It is the responsibility of applicants to detailed sessions on applying. Of course, you can always provide full and accurate information contact us for advice at [email protected]. in their application and to notify the University of any changes or corrections to the original application. UCD may request verification from the issuing authority of any or all details on documentation presented. If documents are found to have been falsified, the awarding body will be notified. Applicants should be aware EU/EEA Applicants Non-EU Applicants of the terms and conditions of an offer when accepting. Please see www.ucd.ie/ Those who are applying for admission to the UCD welcomes applicants from non-EU registry/admissions/terms.html. first year of an undergraduate programme countries. Non-EU students are eligible to in UCD – whether on the basis of the Irish apply for admission to a limited number of In the light of additional information which Leaving Certificate, or as an applicant from places in all programmes except for Nursing was not available at the time of selection, another EU/EEA country, on grounds of mature courses. an offer may be amended or, in exceptional circumstances, withdrawn. The University years, via the HEAR or DARE routes, or on Application is made via www.ucd.ie/ also reserves the right to correct errors the basis of QQI-FET – apply via the Central international/apply except where an agent where they have been made in the Applications Office (CAO). Applications can is used. Further information on application communication of decisions and offers. be made online at www.cao.ie. The normal and entry requirements is available at closing date is 1 February, 2018, but there is a www.ucd.ie/international (select ‘Study at The University reserves the right to reduced application fee for applications made UCD’ followed by your country selection) exclude a candidate who is considered on justifiable grounds to be unsuitable for a prior to 20 January, 2018. or on request from the UCD International place on a particular course according to All applications are processed in accordance Admissions Team (internationaladmissions@ individual circumstances. with the regulations, procedures and ucd.ie). timetable described in the CAO Handbook, which is available from the CAO office and on How do I know if I am an Assessment of Applications www.cao.ie. The handbook is the critical guide EU or non-EU applicant? Applications can only be assessed on to making a CAO application and goes through the basis of information provided with the relevant regulations and procedures Applicants who are unsure whether to apply the application. For CAO applicants, all in detail. All applicants should familiarise as an EU applicant via the CAO or direct as documentation and examination results themselves with this handbook. a non-EU applicant should follow the EU fee (including any exemptions granted by NUI), assessment link on www.ucd.ie/fees – please The closing date for receipt of late applications which are being presented for assessment note fees status cannot be changed following is 1 May, 2018, at an additional cost. Late for entry to UCD, must be with UCD Registry admission. applications are not permitted for the Admissions or the CAO no later than following restricted courses, as assessments the dates below: take place prior to the late closing date: Transfer Routes Irish Leaving Certificate: 15 August, 2018 ––DN301 Veterinary Medicine (Graduate Applicants who have previously attended A-Levels: 16 August, 2018 Entry) third level and wish to start a new course in Other school-leaving exams: 31 July, 2018 ––DN400 Medicine first year should apply via the CAO. They must Other applicants: Please see relevant ––DN401 Medicine (Graduate Entry) declare their previous third-level attendance sections. It may not be possible to gain However, applicants may add any of these on the form. Applicants seeking admission to entry in the current year if documents courses (except DN301) to their application second year or later, apply directly to UCD at: and/or results are presented later than the during the CAO Change of Mind period, www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/transfer. relevant dates. This includes rechecked provided their CAO application at 1 February, html. The webiste also has full details of Leaving Certificate results. UCD reserves 2018, included the same course at another transfer regulations. the right to seek verification from institution. awarding bodies of any documentation presented. Originals of documents may be Applicants seeking admission through routes required at registration. for which additional assessment is required may not be eligible to make a late application Non-EU applicants and post-initial-year (e.g. Mature, HEAR and DARE). Please check transfer applicants, please see www.ucd. the relevant web pages at www.ucd.ie/ ie/apply for instructions on submitting registry/admissions for details. documents.
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Frequently asked questions
I have qualifications other than the Irish How long is my GAMSAT result valid for? If I am offered a place, is there Leaving Certificate. What documents do anything else I will need to do? I need to send to the CAO? GAMSAT results are valid for two years. If you accept a place for some courses If any of the following documents are relevant I’m an EU applicant for Graduate Entry in UCD, you will be required to have health to you, they should be included with your Medicine. Do I need to take an English checks and/or undergo Student Garda (Police) CAO form: language test? Vetting. See page 197. ––For any exams other than Irish Leaving It is important to note that Healthcare Certificate 1985 onwards, send final results No. Gaining a sufficient result in GAMSAT Screening and Student Vetting are compulsory and certificates if available (See CAO to gain admission will be taken as proof course requirements. Handbook for full details). of English level. ––If you are taking 2018 exams, mention My results are not in English. If I get a place, can I defer them in your CAO Application and forward (take a gap year) before starting? the results as soon as they are issued. Do I need a translation?
––Send transcripts of any previous third-level A certified English translation is required Yes, it is possible to defer entry to UCD for attendance. for any qualifications not issued in Irish or a year (except DN301). Full details of the ––Send personal statement if applying as a English. When sending a translation, also deferral procedures and terms and conditions mature applicant (A template is available include a copy of the untranslated document. are available at www.ucd.ie/myucd/defer and at www.ucd.ie/maturestudents). in the CAO handbook. ––In addition, applicants applying via HEAR or How do I know if I am an Please note: there is a limit on the number of DARE will need supporting documentation. EU or non-EU applicant? deferrals which can be granted.
Applicants who are unsure whether to apply Where can I get information about fees? Do I send copies or originals? as an EU applicant via the CAO or direct as a non-EU applicant should follow the EU fee Please see www.ucd.ie/fees. See also page 17. You should not send originals (except for assessment link on www.ucd.ie/fees – please Graduate Entry Medicine where originals note fees status cannot be changed following are required). For all others, certified copies admission. Please contact www.ucd.ie/ suffice (e.g. certified by a school stamp). studentdesk/contact with any queries. If you are admitted, we will need to view your original documents for verification purposes. When does the UCD term start?
What documents do I need Lectures are scheduled to start on for Graduate Entry Medicine? 10 September, 2018. However, there are also compulsory orientation events for first- For Graduate Entry Medicine, the CAO must year students in the previous week and receive an original of your transcript and proof you should expect to be on campus from of award. The date of conferring stated clearly 4 September, 2018. on the transcript will suffice for proof of award. Alternatively, a certified copy of the parchment is required. Please see the Graduate Entry For full list of FAQs please see: Medicine section on www.cao.ie for further details. www.ucd.ie/registry/admissions/faqs.html
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A-Level Applicants � 199 Career Development Centre � 22 English, European & World Literatures � 56 Access Programmes � 19, 200 Career Fairs � 9 English with Creative Writing � 57 Accommodation � 20 Cell & Molecular Biology � 108 English Literature � 58 Actuarial & Financial Studies � 135 Celtic Civilisation � 37 Entry Requirements � 197, 198, 199 Ad Astra Academy � 14 Celtic Studies, Art History & History � 52 Environmental Biology � 109 Adult Education � 19 Chaplaincy Service � 27 Facilities & Supports � 26 Agri-Environmental Sciences � 191 Chemical & Bioprocess Engineering � 169 Fees & Funding � 17 Agricultural Science � 182 Chemistry � 118 Film Studies � 41 Chemistry, Mathematics & Education 122 Agricultural Systems Technology � 184 � Find Out More About UCD � 8 Chemistry with Biophysical Chemistry 119 Agriculture, Food & Nutrition � 181 � Fitness to Practise � 197 Chemistry with Environmental Alternative Admissions Pathways � 19, 200 Flexible Learning � 19, 200 & Sustainable Chemistry � 120 Animal & Crop Production � 185 Food & Agribusiness Management � 188 Civil Engineering � 170 Animal Science � 186 Food Business with Chinese Studies � 189 Classics (Greek & Roman Animal Science — Equine 187 Food Science 192 � Civilisation, Latin, Greek) � 38 � Application Dates 213 Forestry 194 � Classics, Art History & Archaeology � 53 � Applied & Computational French 42 Classics, English & History � 54 � Mathematics � 123 Frequently Asked Questions 203 Commerce � 98 � Applied Language Centre � 25 Garda Vetting 197 Commerce International � 100 � Applied Mathematics Genetics 110 Computational Social Science 66 � & Mathematics Education � 133 � Geography 76 Computer Science 136 � Applying to UCD � 196 � Geology 132 Computer Science with Data Science 137 � Archaeology � 75 � Crèche 27 German � 43 Architecture, Planning � Global Citizenship 10 & Environmental Policy � 159 Dairy Business � 190 � Global Lounge 13 Architecture � 161 Deferred Entry � 203 � Graduate Entry 201 Art History � 36 Developing Your Career � 22 � Grants 17 Arts & Humanities � 33 Disability Access Route � to Education (DARE) 19, 201 Health & Performance Science 157 Assessment of Applications � 202 � � Disability Support 19 Health Screening 197 BA Arts (Two Subjects) � 34 � � Drama Studies 39 Higher Education Access Biochemistry & Molecular Biology � 107 � Route (HEAR) 19, 201 Economics 67 � Biology, Mathematics & Education � 117 � History 44 Economics, Mathematics & Statistics 68 � Biomedical Engineering � 168 � Economics & Finance 101 Horticulture, Landscape Biomedical, Health & Life Sciences 142 � � & Sportsturf Management � 195 Electronic or Electrical Engineering 171 � Business � 97 Human Nutrition � 193 Energy Systems Engineering 172 Business & Law 95 � � Information & Communication Studies � 77
Business Studies 102 Engineering � 165 � International Students � 12 Engineering 166 Campus Visits 9 � � International Study Opportunities � 10 English 40 CAO Handbook 204 � � Internships � 23 English, Drama & Film 55 CAO Information Evening 9 � � Irish/Gaeilge � 45
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Irish Folklore � 46 Midwifery � 151 Societies � 30 Irish Language Courses � 24 Modern Languages � 61 Sociology � 81 Irish Language Exemption � 197 Music � 50 Spanish � 51 Irish Studies � 47 Music, Film & Drama � 60 Sport & Exercise Management � 158 IT Access � 24 Neuroscience � 112 Sport & Performance � 155 Italian � 48 Nursing & Midwifery � 146 Sports Clubs � 31 Landscape Architecture � 162 Nursing (Children’s & General) � 149 Statistics (BA) � 128 Landscapes and Society � 69 Nursing (General) � 148 Statistics (BSc) � 129 Languages, Linguistics & Cultures � 59 Nursing (Mental Health) � 150 Structural Engineering with Architecture 174 Law � 83 Open Day � 8 � Student Advisers 26 Law � 85 Orientation (New Students) � 20 � Student Centre 26 Law (Dual) BCL Maîtrise � 87 Outreach � 18 � Student Counselling Service 27 Law with Chinese � 88 Peer Mentoring � 20 � Student Health Service 27 Law with Economics � 89 Pharmacology � 113 � Student Support 27 Law with French Law � 86 Philosophy � 78 � Student Welfare 27 Law with History � 90 Philosophy, Politics and Economics � 70 � Students’ Union 27 Law with Irish � 91 Physics � 125 � Summer School 9 Law with Philosophy � 92 Physics, Mathematics & Education � 134 � Supporting Student Diversity 18 Law with Politics � 93 Physics with Astronomy � & Space Science 130 Theoretical Physics 131 Law with Social Justice � 94 � � Physiology 114 Transfer Routes 202 Learning Support Services � 24 � � Physiotherapy 152 Transport Links 211 Library � 24 � � City Planning & Environmental Policy 163 UCD Campus Life 20 Linguistics � 49 � � Plant Biology 115 UCD Entry in the CAO Handbook 204 Living on Campus � 21 � � Points System 198 UCD Horizons 6 Map of UCD � 212 � � Politics 79 UCD International 12 Mathematics (BA) � 126 � � Previous Third-Level Attendance 202 UCD Mobile 24 Mathematics (BSc) � 127 � � Psychology 71 UCD Sport & Fitness 28 Maths Support Centre � 25 � � Matriculation/Minimum QQI-FET � 19, 201 Useful Contacts � 213 Entry Requirements � 197 Radiography � 143 Veterinary Medicine � 175 Mature Student Open Evening � 9 Religious Worship � 27 Veterinary Medicine � 176 Mature Students � 19, 200 Scholarships & Awards � 14 Veterinary Medicine (Graduate Entry) � 178 Mechanical Engineering � 173 Schools Liaison � 9 Veterinary Nursing � 179 Medicinal Chemistry Science � 103 Volunteering Opportunities & Chemical Biology 121 (International) 11 � Social Sciences � 63 � Medicine 138 What’s On Campus? 26 � Social Justice � 80 � Medicine 139 Why UCD? 4 � Social Policy � 74 � Medicine (Graduate Entry) 141 Zoology 116 � Social Policy & Sociology � 72 � Microbiology � 111
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Cowper 145 Sydney Parade
7B Beechwood Redcow 11 17 Booterstown Clonskeagh 7B 7D 25x 32x 142 39a 41x 46a 51x Milltown 66x 67x 116 145 Kimmage Terenure
Clonskeagh Entrance 17 Kingswood Windy Arbour 17 Blackrock Rathfarnham
Belgard Seapoint Templeogue 17 Dun Laoghaire 17 E Dundrum L Monkstown Hospital C Y Willbrook C 47 11 E Dundrum Goatstown UT IN M 10 Tallaght Balally Sandycove/Glasthule Tallaght 11 Ballyboden Kilmacud Stillorgan 46A Monkstown 46A Glenageary
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Drumcondra Harmonstown Transport Links Fairview The Belfield campus is located 4km from Dublin city centre Drumcondra Clontarf Road 39A Clontarf on the N11. With thousands of students and staff attending the University every day, there are many travel options from the various parts of the city, and indeed the whole country. 27X Many bus routes service Belfield (mostly along the N11 32X quality bus corridor), taking you to and from the city, local suburbs and beyond. The local DART station, at Sydney Parade, is within walking
Connolly George’s Dock distance. It will take you north to Howth and Malahide and Busaras Mayor StreetSpencer Dock Museum Smithfield Abbey St The Point south to Greystones. A shuttle bus service between UCD Four Courts Jervis St 142 and Sydney Parade Dart Station operates during term time 25X 41x Tara St 67X between the hours of 8am to 10am, and from 4pm to 6pm. 66X Heuston Pearse Please see http://ucdestates.ie/commuting/getting-here/ 145 shuttle/ for more details. Ringsend Dolphins Barn St Stephen’s Green Grand Canal The DART interconnects with the Red Luas line at Connolly Cherry Orchard James Station/Busaras, which in turn connects with Heuston Goldenbridge Rialto Station. During term, a feeder bus operates from Sydney Parade, Dart Station to UCD at peak times. The 145 Dublin Fatima Ballsbridge Rialto 142 Harcourt Lansdowne Blackhorse Drimnagh Bus Route also offers a direct bus service from UCD to Heuston Station. Drimnagh Charlemont Bluebell Bluebell Crumlin Harolds Cross 67X The Green Luas line, at Windy Arbour and Milltown, is also Sandymount within walking distance. Ranelagh 27X Kylemore 77X For the most up-to-date information on bus services near Donnybrook UCD, visit www.dublinbus.ie. Please note, Dublin Bus routes Rathmines 7D are subject to change. Cowper 145 Sydney Parade Below is a list of routes serving UCD and nearby areas, at the time of going to print. 7B Beechwood Redcow 11 7B, 7D, 11, 17, 25x, 27x, 32x, 39A, 41x, 46A, 46E, 17 Clonskeagh Booterstown 7B 7D 25x 32x 46N, 47, 51x, 66x, 67x, 77x, 84N, 84x, 116, 118, 142 39a 41x 46a 51x Milltown 66x 67x 116 145 142*, 145 Kimmage Terenure *to Portmarnock
Clonskeagh Please also see ucd.hittheroad.ie, which will help you plan Entrance 17 your journey to or from UCD using public transport. Windy Arbour Kingswood 17 Blackrock Students holding a Student Travel Card Rathfarnham (www. studenttravelcard.ie) can save money on their transport costs (bus, DART, LUAS and train). UCD Belgard Seapoint Templeogue 17 Dun Laoghaire students can apply for this on campus or from 17 E Dundrum L Monkstown Dublin Bus or Iarnród Éireann. Hospital C Y Willbrook C 47 11 E Dundrum Goatstown UT IN Walking distances M 10 Tallaght Balally Sandycove/Glasthule 10 minute cycle distances Tallaght 11 20 minute cycle distances Kilmacud Stillorgan 46A Monkstown Ballyboden Green Luas line and stations 46A Glenageary Red Luas line and stations Dalkey Stillorgan Deansgrange DART line and stations Ballinteer Sandyford DART feeder bus
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Traffic Times: < Donnybrook Dublin Bus Stop UCD Main Entrance (N11) *The O’Reilly Hall hosts the Undergraduate Aircoach Bus Stop Please note the following times UCD Open Day on Saturday 4th November 2017 below for traffic restrictions: Entrance N11 07.00 - 10.30 Mon - Fri P Parking 16.00 - 19.30 Mon - Fri Stillorgan >
UCD P Veterinary Student Welcome Centre Sciences Centre Open Day* Campus Tour Meeting Point P Greenfield Entrance UCD Conway P (Pedestrian Entrance) Institute Computer O'Reilly Hall Science UCD Confucius Institute (under construction) Bank P P UCD Engineering Glenomena Residences Student & Material Science UCD Health Registration Centre Sciences UCD O'Brien & Supports Centre Centre for Science Tierney Daedalus IT Centre Student Centre St. Stephen's UCD SU Orientation PTent QUAD Chaplaincy UCD James UCD Joyce Library Newman UCD Global Lounge UCD P UCD Agriculture Access & Arts, Student Centre & Food Sciences Humanities UCD Gerard Sutherland UCD Architecture, P Lifelong Central Hub Chaplain Advisers Centre & Social Manley Hopkins School of Law Planning & Learning Sciences International U CARD Environmental Sport Centre P Merville Residences Centre UCD Lochlann Quinn Policy P School of Business (Richview) P P Ashfield P Residence P P Newstead Belgrove Residences Richview P Entrance Roebuck Hall Residences P
Owenstown Entrance Richview Fosters Avenue Newstead Entrance Map of UCD Campus Clonskeagh Entrance
Clonskeagh Road Roebuck Castle Roebuck Road (Pedestrian Entrance) UCD Experience Important Dates for Applicants
Circa 6 November 2017* Circa 3 February 2018* Early July 2018 CAO applications for 2018 open Exceptional late closing date for HPAT Round of offers for mature students registration and deferrals 4 November 2017 UCD Open Day Circa 8 February 2018* Early August 2018 Normal closing date for MSAP registration Round of offers for mature students, 20 January 2018 Graduate Entry Medicine and FETAC offers - Final date for CAO online discounted 11 February 2018* application fee of €25* Late closing date for GAMSAT registration 20 August 2018* CAO First Round Offers - Normal closing date for HPAT Circa 19 February 2018* registration* 27 August 2018* Late closing date for MSAP registration Reply date for CAO First Round Offers 1 February 2018 24 February 2018*: HPAT Test - Normal CAO closing date at application 4 September 2018: fee of €40* TBC*: MSAP Test www.ucd.ie/ Orientation Week maturestudents - Final date for CAO application for restricted application courses and for 24 March 2018*: GAMSAT Test application on grounds of mature years 1 May 2018: CAO late closing date for many courses Circa 5 May 2018* - Normal closing date for GAMSAT CAO Change of Mind opens registration* 1 July 2018 - Late closing date for HPAT registration* Closing date for CAO change of mind Closing date for transfer applications and most non-EU applications (via www.ucd.ie/apply)
Useful Contacts
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