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www.tcd.ie/study Contents 2019-2020 Term Dates 01 Think Trinity 26-30 August 2019 Postgraduate Orientation Week 03 Distinctive Features of the Trinity Education 2-6 September 2019 Freshers’ Week (Orientation) 04 Trinity Graduate Attributes 05 Trinity: A University of Global Consequence 9 September 2019 Michaelmas term teaching begins 06 Trinity’s Location 21-27 October 2019 Revision Week

07 Undergraduate Applicant Guide 1 December 2019 Michaelmas term ends 09 Undergraduate Courses 2-8 December 2019 Revision Week 10 Joint Honors and Single Honors Degrees 9-15 December 2019* Michaelmas term examination period 11 Trinity's Top Ten Courses 12 Columbia Dual BA Program 16-17 January 2020 Visiting and Erasmus Student orientation 13 Applicant Guide 20 January 2020 Hilary term teaching begins 14 Undergraduate Selectivity 2-8 March 2020 Revision Week 15 Cost to Attend 11 April 2020 Hilary term teaching ends 16 US Open Days 17 Student Profiles 13-19 April 2020 Revision Week

18 Postgraduate Applicant Guide 20-25 April 2020 Trinity Week 19 Postgraduate Courses 27 April-2 May 2020* Hilary term examination period 21 Applicant Guide Postgraduate Research 23 *It may be necessary to hold some examinations outside these dates- 24 Cost to Attend please consult your examination timetable. 25 Student Testimonials

26 Coming to Dublin 26 Campus Tours 27 Accommodation

29 Student Life at Trinity 29 Your First Year in Trinity 30 Student Entertainment 30 Student Societies and Publications 30 Trinity Sport 31 Places to Eat and Relax

32 A Global Campus

33 International Student Supports

35 Your Support Network 35 Personal Tutor 35 Student Mentors 35 Academic Registry 35 Health Service 36 Students’ Union Supports 36 Student Counselling Service 36 Disability Service 36 Day Nursery 36 Chaplaincy

37 Your Learning Supports 37 Supporting your Transition from High School 37 A World-Class Library YOUR UNIVERSITY 37 IT Services 37 Optional Language Courses

38 Career Opportunities 39 Innovation and Entrepreneurship YOUR EXPERIENCE 40 Opportunities Abroad 3 WELCOME TO TRINITY TO WELCOME Think Trinity

Trinity College Dublin, the University of Dublin, is an international university, steeped in history with a reputation for excellence in education, research and innovation.

Trinity is Ireland’s leading university and has been inspiring generations of brilliant thinkers for over 400 years. Join our 18,000 students from over 120 countries around the world and be taught by some of the most influential and reputable professors in their field.

World Rankings International Reputation Be at the centre of things Strong research reputation Trinity is ranked 1st in Ireland and 108th Trinity’s central location makes it highly Our students receive a world-class ▶▶Trinity is Ireland's most international in the world. Trinity also ranks in the top university, ranked 16th in the world by accessible for all forms of public transport: education in a research-centred, 100 in 20 subjects, globally (QS World the Times Higher Education '100 Most Trinity has its own LUAS (tram) station collaborative environment and have the University Rankings 2020). International Universities in the World' and there is a DART (Dublin’s suburban opportunity to work with global leaders 2019. rail system) station opposite the campus. in their field. Trinity is also the only Irish Your Career A large number of Dublin’s bus services member of the prestigious League of 22 ▶▶Trinity is 1st in Europe for producing pass by the University and national bus European Research Universities (LERU). Trinity is committed to preparing its entrepreneurs (PitchBook Universities routes are a few minutes walk away. Find out more at: www.tcd.ie/research students for the ever-changing challenges Report 2018/2019) Dublin’s two main train stations are in of the 21st century workplace. Trinity close proximity, while Dublin airport is ranks first in Ireland for graduate ▶▶Trinity College Dublin has been named a 13km (8 miles) from the campus and is employment rate and alumni outcomes Best Regional College (Princeton Review directly accessible via bus or taxi. Find The Trinity welcome (QS World University Rankings 2020). 2018). out more at: www.tcd.ie/maps A warm Trinity welcome awaits all our students. We believe that a diverse Dublin - one of the Ireland - one of the world's Our vibrant campus life campus adds to the Trinity experience world’s best cities safest countries for everyone, enhances their personal With over 170 clubs and societies, development and enriches the culture Trinity’s campus is located in the heart Ireland is ranked in the top 15 safest including many international groups, of the university. Trinity is an open and of one of the most popular and safest countries in the world (Global Peace there’s something for everyone. At Trinity, inclusive university and we are proud cities in the world. Dublin is a vibrant and Index 2019). involvement in student organisations is to hold these values. multicultural European capital, which ranks not seen as just a hobby, but an integral as the 37th best student city in the world. part of your education. Find out more at: (QS World’s Best Student Cities 2019). www.tcd.ie/students/clubs-societies Join our diverse community Our current students come from every Join our esteemed alumni county in Ireland and from over 120 Trinity has produced some of the countries around the world. 26% of the world’s finest and most enquiring minds student body are from outside of Ireland, including the writers Oscar Wilde and providing a true global community on Samuel Beckett (Nobel Laureate), the Trinity’s campus. scientists William Rowan Hamilton and Ernest Walton (Nobel Laureate), the political thinker Edmund Burke, and the former President of Ireland and United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, Mary Robinson. This tradition finds expression today in a campus culture of scholarship, innovation, creativity, entrepreneurship and dedication to societal reform.

2 1 13 2 1 2 Distinctive Features of Trinity Graduate Attributes the Trinity Education

As a student at Trinity College Dublin you will have the opportunity to develop a strong expertise in your chosen subject areas but we believe that a university education should also encourage you to broaden Students come to Trinity not only to acquire a certain your experience and your perspective beyond your core subjects. set of facts or competencies but because they have an This is why we have developed the seven features that make a Trinity Education distinctive. These features understanding of the sort of person they want to become. help our students to develop the qualities, skills and behaviours which are encompassed by the four Trinity Building on the strong value placed on a solid disciplinary Graduate Attributes: to think independently; to communicate effectively; to develop continuously; and formation, we wanted to answer the question ‘what kind of to act responsibly. person can I be?’ We distilled this sense of transformation into four Trinity Graduate Attributes listed below. Capstone Project Global Mobility Capstone Project Trinity is a research-led university where every The opportunity to study or work abroad student has the opportunity to do a Capstone as part of your studies is a key element To Think Global Mobility Employability project as part of their undergraduate of the Trinity Education. One third of our Independently education. The Capstone project is a eligible undergraduate students currently To substantial independent research project that avail of global mobility opportunities and Communicate Trinity Electives Open Modules you will normally carry out in your final year. we plan to increase this to one in two E ectively It will enable you to put into practice the skills students over the coming years. Students and knowledge that you have acquired over usually avail of mobility opportunities in your program of study and to further develop their third year of study in eligible programs. Co-Curriculum Partners in Learning the Trinity Graduate Attributes. Trinity is an international university with a To Act diverse staff and student population that Responsibly collaborates in international educational and To Develop research networks. In addition to exchange opportunities, you will study with peers, and Continuously be taught by academic staff, from all over the world.

Employability Trinity Electives Co-Curriculum Defining the Trinity Education, these attributes encompass the qualities, skills and abilities that our Trinity is committed to preparing its students Trinity Electives are standalone modules that Trinity students are encouraged to actively students have the opportunity to develop throughout for the ever-changing challenges of the 21st- will give you the opportunity to broaden your participate in the 170 student societies and century workplace. Trinity is ranked first in knowledge beyond your own discipline. You sports clubs on campus. You’ll learn outside Did you know? their entire university experience – both in and outside Ireland for graduate employment rate and can choose from a range of exciting modules the classroom through engaging with student the classroom in activities such as internships or alumni outcomes. This is reflected in the that allow you to engage with Trinity’s life and through other extra-curricular activities Trinity is Ireland’s volunteering. They will benefit our students not just in Trinity Graduate Attributes and a wealth of ground-breaking research, to experience such as internships and volunteering, which leading university opportunities for learning experiences that diverse languages and cultures, and to all support the development of the Trinity their careers, but in their future lives as individuals and QS World University contribute to your employability. As a Trinity consider how we can address key societal Graduate Attributes. As you progress through members of society. student you will have the chance to apply challenges. Each Trinity Elective has been your years at Trinity, you will regularly reflect on Rankings 2020 for the Trinity Employability Awards, run in designed specifically to help you develop your co-curricular activities and keep track of partnership with key employers, and bid for the Trinity Graduate Attributes. what you have learned from your experiences. innovative scholarships designed to help you develop research and leadership skills for both your degree program and your future career. Open Modules Partners in Learning Open Modules are modules that are At Trinity, we see students and staff as partners taught as part of other Programs but are in the learning process. We expect students complementary and related to your own to actively engage with their program of program of study. Choosing Open Modules study, in collaboration with their instructors. will allow you to broaden your perspective Alongside traditional examinations you will on your core discipline(s) through exposure be engaging in diverse forms of assessment, to knowledge, skills and ways of thinking such as presentations, group projects, blogs, Did you know? associated with related fields. Open Modules and essays. You will receive continuous will provide you with a wealth of opportunities feedback on your learning and build on what Trinity is Ireland’s most to enrich the study of your core curriculum you have learned through the assessment and to develop the Trinity Graduate Attributes. process, developing both mastery of the innovative university. subject matter and transferable skills. Reuters Most Innovative European Universities 2019

3 4 Trinity: Trinity’s Location A University Your University, Your City IRELAND of Global Consequence Trinity sits in the heart of Dublin’s city centre and over the centuries the city has grown- up around the University. Today, this is a great advantage for our students. Dublin TRINITY COLLEGE is a vibrant, young, European capital city DUBLIN EUROPE and everything the city has to offer is easily Trinity can be Your University A Diverse University accessible to Trinity students. The vast array of restaurants, cafés, delis and coffee shops A warm Trinity welcome awaits all our Diversity and inclusion are core values Our student community is representative (most offering student deals and discounts) students. We believe that a diverse campus of Trinity, underpinned by specific of a broad range of gender, nationality, cater for every taste and budget. Dublin’s adds to the Trinity Experience for everyone, commitments which aim to create “a ability, age, sexual orientation, religion and theaters, museums, bars and clubs ensure enhances their personal development and community based on a collegiality in which socio-economic status. The diversity of the that there is always something exciting for Trinity’s campus contains state of the art while Dublin airport is 13km from the enriches the culture of the University. all are encouraged to use their talents to University's clubs and societies reflects this students to enjoy every day of the year. modern facilities including the Sports campus and is directly accessible via bus achieve their potential.” (Trinity College diversity within the Trinity community. Trinity is an open and inclusive university There are plenty of places to shop, whether Centre, Science Gallery, Nanoscience or taxi. We even have three ‘Dublinbikes’ Dublin Strategic Plan, 2014-2019). and we are proud to keep these values at Hand in hand with our supports for that’s for your weekly groceries or a browse Research Centre, Long Room Hub, and the (shared bicycles) stations adjacent to the our core. Our college community is composed of a diversity, being a student at Trinity is about through leading high street stores on Biomedical Sciences Institute, all situated campus. rich mix of individuals who, through their making the most of every opportunity to Grafton or Henry Street. on a 47-acre campus of cobbled squares, ▶▶ Our current students come from counties Trinity’s location is also advantageous when own distinctive viewpoints, contribute to fulfill your potential, and on that basis, historic buildings, and green playing fields. all across Ireland and from over 120 If you want to take time out to relax in you are looking for a job. Dublin’s ‘Silicon the intellectually challenging culture of we encourage and welcome people countries around the world. nature, the city’s parks (including Phoenix Trinity’s central location makes it highly Docks’ are within walking distance, as is the University. We are proud of Trinity's from all backgrounds to join our student Park, one of the largest urban parks in accessible for all forms of public transport: the International Financial Services Centre, ▶▶ 26% of the student body are from successes in diversity and inclusion, for community. Europe), an easily accessible coastline, Trinity has its own LUAS (tram) station and and a large number of other businesses and outside Ireland, providing a true global example, in access to education, in gender beaches and the Dublin Mountains are all there is a DART (Dublin’s suburban rail organizations have their Irish headquarters community on Trinity’s campus. equality, in recognition of LGBT issues, and close to hand. For those new to the city, system) station opposite the campus. A close by. The Dublin region is also home to in disability issues. ▶▶ The majority of undergraduate full Dublin quickly becomes a home away from large number of Dublin’s bus services pass many global corporations across a range of degree entrants to Trinity are Irish. As Ireland’s foremost university our home, while for those students from Dublin, by the University and national bus routes sectors. campus ethos is not only about respect coming to Trinity gives them the chance to are a few minutes walk away. Dublin’s two ▶▶ 24% of students gain admission to and understanding, but an ethos where discover their city anew. main train stations are in close proximity, Trinity via educational access pathways. difference in individuals and in groups is The best way to explore Trinity's unique These include socio-economically supported and celebrated. lively, traditional, urban experience is to disadvantaged students, students with pay us a visit. a disability, and mature students. The Browse campus maps and directions Trinity Access Program(TAP) provides a to Trinity at: To sign up for a tour please visit range of post-entry supports for students www.tcd.ie/maps entering the University through these www.tcd.ie/study/international/visit routes. If you’re planning to apply, come visit!

If you are looking for an engaging, interesting and stimulating experience at a world-class university, then Trinity is for you! Don’t be concerned if you live far away, or if your friends are considering other options. Don’t worry if you are wondering if you will fit in at Trinity. By the time you have joined some of our clubs and societies during Freshers' Week and met lots of people with the same interests as you, made friends on your course through your class rep, met your personal tutor and student mentor, and gone to so many Students’ Union events that you’ve lost count, you’ll know that Trinity is your university! 5 6 Undergraduate Applicants

Information Guide for Undergraduate Students

There are two different pathways for applications Undergraduate students choose from a and fees in Ireland - applicants from Ireland/EU/ wide range of full-time four-year courses, Understanding Ireland Program EEA and non-EU applicants. Click here to find the covering all disciplines. These include right pathway for you: www.tcd.ie/study/apply/ flexible subject combinations in three Trinity also provides the Understanding making-an-application faculties: Arts, Humanities and Social Ireland Smart Start Program , which Sciences; Engineering, Mathematics and offers international students a fantastic Science; and Health Sciences. The range of foundation for settling into their time at offerings at Trinity allows students to focus Trinity. The week-long program is unique on the areas that interest them most. A full in providing both an orientation to life in list of courses is available at: Trinity and an academic introduction to www.tcd.ie/courses understanding Irish culture – all before normal teaching begins. To read more about the program , please visit: Joint Honors www.tcd.ie/study/international/pre- sesson-programmes For students with multiple academic interests, a Joint Honors degree program is available. A listing of possible combinations Academic Registry is available at www.tcd.ie/courses Trinity’s Academic Registry will provide assistance throughout the admissions Trinity Electives process. From the point of submitting your undergraduate application, through Trinity aims to provide the broadest to acceptance, tuition fee payment and possible education and encourages its student registration, Academic Registry will students to develop their critical thinking provide a range of administrative supports. by taking an Elective outside their main The Academic Registry Team can assist with disciplines. Trinity Electives are available general or application queries which can be to students from all disciplines across the logged through the ASK AR button via the university. Programs will release sufficient home page of my.tcd.ie or calling us on credit from the program to enable students +353 (1) 896 4500. If you are not a current to select their Trinity Elective modules. applicant you can also email us at: The suite of Trinity Electives will link to the University’s current strategic research [email protected] themes, broaden student knowledge of key www.tcd.ie/academicregistry societal challenges or cover languages and cultures. Discover more at www.tcd.ie/ trinity-electives/electives Visa Requirements

Below are some of Trinity's electives: If you are a citizen of the European Union (EU), you do not need a visa to enter and ▶▶ The Art of the Megacity live in Ireland. Students from North America ▶▶ Cancer: The Patient Journey do not require a visa for Ireland. The list ▶▶ Chinese Language and Culture of visa-required countries can be found at ▶▶ Cultures and Societies of the Middle East the INIS website: www.inis.gov.ie . You and North Africa can request a visa offer letter by emailing ▶▶ Design Thinking [email protected]. ▶▶ Emergence of Technologies ▶▶ Energy in the 21st Century It is important to note that ALL non-EU ▶▶ Engaging in the Digital World students, whether visa-required or not, ▶▶ The EthicsLab: Responsible Action in the must register with the Irish Naturalisation Real World and Immigration Service (INIS) for ▶▶ From Planets to the Cosmos permission to remain in the state. Students ▶▶ Irish Language and Culture must show their offer letter at airport ▶▶ Toolkit for a Smart and Sustainable World immigration where they will receive a ▶▶ Vaccines - Friend or Foe? temporary stamp in their passport. They must register with INIS within the time limit specified on their temporary stamp.

Students apply directly to their chosen 7 course from the course listing page at: 8 www.tcd.ie/courses 11 Undergraduate Courses Joint Honors/ Below is a selection of the broad range of courses offered by Trinity. For a comprehensive course listing visit www.tcd.ie/courses Single Honors Degrees

Modern Languages: Biochemistry For Arts, Humanties and Social Sciences students with multiple academic interests, a Joint Honors degree program is available. Arts, Humanities French (Joint Honors) Botany Joint Honors entry courses provide you with an opportunity to study two subjects to obtain an award in both subjects at & Social Sciences German (Joint Honors) Environmental Sciences graduation. Through choosing a single honors course, you will focus on one subject throughout your time in college. A listing of Irish Genetics possible combinations is available at www.tcd.ie/courses Italian (Joint Honors) Human Genetics Global Business Russian (Joint Honors) Immunology Business, Economic and Social Studies Spanish (Joint Honors) Microbiology (B.E.S.S.) Modern Languages plus another subject Molecular Medicine Business Studies and a Language (French, Neuroscience German, Russian, Polish or Spanish) Music Physiology Business: Computer Science and Business Music (Joint Honors) Zoology Classics: Ancient History and Archaeology Music Education Philosophy Chemical Sciences Flexible Pathways of Study Classics: Ancient History and Archaeology With specializations in: (Joint Honors) Philosophy (Joint Honors) Chemistry Classics: Classical Civilization (Joint Honors) Philosophy, Political Science, Economics We recognise that students’ interests evolve over time. The pathways below give you the flexibility Chemistry with Biosciences Classics: Classical Languages (Joint Honors) and Sociology (P.P.E.S.) to focus or expand your domains of interest over your years at Trinity. Chemistry with Molecular Modelling Clinical Speech and Language Studies Political Science Medicinal Chemistry Political Science and Geography Computer Science and Language Nanoscience Single Honors Deaf Studies Psychology Geography and Geoscience Religion Drama and Theatre Studies With specializations in Religion (Joint Honors) Drama Studies (Joint Honors) Geography SINGLE HONORS SUBJECT Social Studies (Social Work) Drama: Bachelor in Acting (The Lir) Geoscience Sociology (Joint Honors) Drama: Diploma in Acting and Physical Sciences Sociology and Social Policy Theatre (The Lir) With specializations in Drama: Bachelor in Stage Management and Dual BA Programwith Trinity College Physics Minor in a Dublin, the University of Dublin and Technical Theatre (The Lir) Physics with Astrophysics Single Honors Award in Subject Major in Subject Columbia University New Subject Economics (Joint Honors) Nanoscience English Studies Engineering, Mathematics English Literature (Joint Honors) Science & Theoretical Physics European Studies Joint Honors Film Mathematics Health Sciences Film (Joint Honors) Computer Science Clinical Speech and Language Studies Geography (Joint Honors) Computer Science Dentistry * SUBJECT 1 & SUBJECT 2 History Computer Science and Business Dental Hygiene * History (Joint Honors) Computer Science and Language Dental Nursing * History: Ancient and Medieval History Management Science and Information Dental Science * and Culture Systems Studies (M.S.I.S.S.) Dental Technology* Major in Major in Single History and Political Science Dental: Orthodontic Therapy* Single JOINT HONORS Engineering Subject 1 Subject 2 Honors in History of Art and Architechture Human Health and Disease Honors in Subject 1 Subject 2 Engineering (common entry), with Subject 1 Subject 2 History of Art and Architechture (Joint specializations in: Human Nutrition and Dietetics Honors) Minor in Minor in Biomedical Engineering Medicine* Law Subject 2 Subject 1 Civil, Structural and Environmental Nursing * Law and a Language (French/German) Engineering General Nursing * Law and Business Computer Engineering General Nursing (Adelaide) * Law and Political Science Electronic and Computer Engineering Mental Health Nursing * Mathematics (Joint Honors) Electronic Engineering Intellectual Disability Nursing * Middle Eastern and European Languages Mechanical and Manufacturing Integrated Children’s and General Nursing * and Cultures Engineering Occupational Therapy Middle Eastern, Jewish and Islamic Engineering with Management Pharmacy Civilisations Science and Mathematics Physiotherapy Biological and Biomedical Sciences Radiation Therapy * Nursing not eligible for US With specializations in: students. Medicine and Dentistry 9 10 not eligible for direct entry without a degree. Trinity’s Top 10 Courses Two Degrees • Two Universities • Four Years

Business Courses P.P.E.S (Philosophy, Political History and Political Business, Economics, Social Studies, Science, Economics, Sociology) Science (HistPol) or B.E.S.S., is a uniquely flexible degree The P.P.E.S. program is the only university The four-year program allows students to Program offering you 10 different degree degree in Ireland where students can lay firm foundations in both disciplines in options across the disciplines of Business, combine the study of Philosophy, Political the first two years. The final two years of the Economics, Political Science and Sociology. Science, Economics and Sociology in an Program then allow students the chance to The Trinity Global Business Degree is a engaging degree. study several specialist modules in-depth. unique Program, designed for students who wish to focus on business from the Engineering Law very beginning of their degree. Innovation and entrepreneurship are key pillars of this The School of Engineering at Trinity Trinity’s School of Law is Ireland’s oldest dynamic new program. continuously benchmarks itself against the and most internationally renowned top international engineering schools and law school. With a distinguished team of European Studies offers outstanding teaching by engineers professors and lecturers, the Law School who are at the forefront of their field attracts students of the highest caliber from European Studies at Trinity offers a unique worldwide. Ireland and abroad. and broad range of languages and subjects for study and draws on the expertise Science Computer Science and dedication of lecturers from a range The Dual BA between Trinity College Dublin Dual BA with two degrees, one from Trinity and Dedicated Dual BA program advisors and tutors of subjects. European Studies attracts The four-year undergraduate degree Students can study for an honors degree and Columbia University offers students an one from Columbia. Programs are available in both at Trinity and Columbia, assigned at the students with strong potential from Ireland Programs in Science are diverse, over four years, and also have the option international educational experience across two both the Faculty of Arts, Humanities, and Social start of the Program, will guide you through and abroad. progressive and exciting, and offer to study for a fifth year leading to a M.Sc. in continents and at two world-class universities. Sciences and in the Faculty of Engineering, your academic and student life and provide you students a wide choice of specializations Computer Science. Dual BA students develop a global outlook and Maths, and Sciences. with support as you pursue your goals in two English including the very popular Biological and engage with world-renowned faculty on both During your studies, years one and two are spent uniquely stimulating academic settings. Biomedical Science course. There are Psychology sides of the Atlantic. Students graduate from the at Trinity and the final two years at Columbia. Trinity English courses have been designed excellent career prospects across the whole to develop independence of critical thought spectrum of the Sciences. Students are encouraged to become Admissions and the articulation of informed discussion, actively involved in our ongoing research, Application Deadline : 2 January 2020 both oral and written. particularly in the third and fourth years of Interested applicants are encouraged to TRINITY DEGREE COLUMBIA MAJOR their studies. preview a PDF version of the application Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences

(for reference use only) before starting an Classics, Ancient History Classics Ancient Studies Archaeology electronic application. and Archaeology Applicants to the Dual BA Program apply by

January 2nd for fall enrolment. English Studies English The admissions process includes a review of the applicant’s academic history, letters of recommendation, standardized test History Political Science Hispanic Studies French scores, a personal essay, and an interview European Studies German Literature & Italian Slavic Studies conducted in English. Applications will be Cultural Studies reviewed by a joint committee featuring admissions representatives from both Film Film and Media Studies Columbia and Trinity. Please note that all applicants to the Dual BA must present either an SAT or ACT (standardized testing) History History score. History of Art Art History Art History & History & Theory Interviews and Architechture Visual Arts of Architechture

Applicants will receive an update on their Middle Eastern and Middle East, South Asian application status in late February - early European Languages and Religion History Political Science Cultures & African Studies March. Those invited for an interview will be prompted to schedule a time to meet with Engineering, Mathematics, and Science* the admissions committee either in person

or via teleconference in New York or Dublin. Geoscience: Geography Earth Science Representatives from both Trinity and and Geosciences Columbia will be present for all interviews. To find out more about the Dual BA Program Neuroscience: Biological Neuroscience and Any student deemed eligible for EU fee- and Biomedical Sciences Behavior between Trinity College and Columbia status should also apply to Trinity College University, visit tcd.gs.columbia.edu Dublin through the Central Applications

Office (CAO). For more information, please *Subject to approval by Trinity College Dublin Academic Council, visit: http://cao.ie anticipated October 2019. Please refer to the Dual BA Program website for additional details and updates. 11 12 Applicant Guide Undergraduate

For US Undergraduate Students Selectivity

How to Apply

Key Dates for Entry 1. Go to www.tcd.ie/courses September 2020 and find the course you love. Creating an undergraduate class at Trinity involves different processes for Irish and 2. Read the user guide for ▶▶ Application Portal opens October 1st 2019 international applicants. non-EU applicants:www.tcd. ▶▶ Application Portal closes June 2020 ie/study/international/how- to-apply ▶▶ We advise our Applicants to Apply by February Successful Trinity Students US Applicant Profile 1st 2020 to ensure you receive a decision by April 3. Apply by selecting the 'Non- 1st 2020 ▶▶ Actively participate in all walks of life EU Application' link under the Diverting from the traditional path of a ▶▶ Accept offer by May 1st 2020 ▶▶ Provide unique points of view course description. You can US-based college education is a brave and save your application and ▶▶ Challenge and lead audacious step. ▶▶ Trinity College Dublin has a rolling admission return to it, but remember to ▶▶ Approach problems creatively after May 1st throughout June 2020 submit it when you're finished! A small percent of US high school ▶▶ Engage with the wider community students explore the option of pursuing an There are two different pathways for applications and fees international degree. It is a bold choice and in Ireland. Find the correct pathway for you at www.tcd. an exciting prospect. Whether inspired by a ie/study/apply/making-an-application. Applicants from Building a Trinity Class US Admissions relative, advised by a counselor or driven by the US would normally be defined as non-EU applicants. curiosity, most students who consider going Irish Students Four Elements in Admission Review abroad for their degrees are adventurous ▶▶ The majority of undergraduate full degree ▶▶ Standardized test results (minimum: 1290 and genuinely interested in expanding their Application entrants are Irish. SAT or 29 ACT) worldview. High School Transcript Application Process ▶▶ Irish admission is based solely on ▶▶ High School course results from full the nationally-administered Leaving 4-year transcript (minimum: 3.3 GPA on No two Trinity students are alike, but many Requirements 1. Find your course at: www.tcd.ie/courses Minimum GPA: Certificate examination. 4.0 unweighted scale) of our international students are: Standardized Test Scores 3.3 on 4.0 unweighted scale 2. Follow link for “Non-EU Applicants” ▶▶ As Ireland’s most selective university, ▶▶ 500 word personal statement written by ▶▶ Independently-minded Minimum scores for consideration (B+ average) Trinity typically accepts top Leaving the applicant ▶▶ Passport holders who have traveled Certificate students. IB Diploma Requirements ▶▶ Two references: one from a counselor outside the US (though not necessarily New SAT: 1290 Specific Class Requirements: to Ireland) 3 subjects at grade 5 Higher Level and 3 and one from a teacher English, Mathematics, a second language International Students subjects at grade 4 Standard Level, including ▶▶ Aware of the long-term value of global ▶▶ Min. 500 in: and three further subjects Approximately 26% of the student body English, mathematics and a language. Some Keys to Success citizenship – Evidence-based reading and writing (undergraduate and postgraduate) are courses require specific subjects such as HL ▶▶ Personal and academic responsibility ▶▶ Eager to immerse themselves in their – Math Some courses have subject requirements, from outside of Ireland from over 120 for example: Mathematics or a science subject. Overall IB ▶▶ Be genuinely curious about your field interests ▶▶ No essay required countries. Students from EU countries are point requirements vary by course and range ▶▶ Inquisitive and willing to approach things ▶▶ Engineering: maths for four years admitted based on examination and school and the infinite world around you from 28 to 40, including bonus points. in different ways ▶▶ Science courses: two different sciences in results. The admissions criteria for non-EU ▶▶ Seek out increasingly challenging A minimum score of 1300 on any two of the 3rd and 4th years For more information on IB requirements international students vary by country and curricula ▶▶ Ready to experience life in a modern EU Critical Reading, Math and Writing sections capital city visit: www.tcd.ie/study/apply/admission- are determined by the teaching processes in ▶▶ Develop a commitment to independent and no score less than 500 in each subject. Upload a transcript with your application. requirements/undergraduate each country. study and research ▶▶ Driven towards a particular area of study ▶▶ Academically strong, with a record of Your predictive grades are used to make OR Trinity reviews your high school’s grading achievement in core areas conditional offers. Full examination results are Below: some of Trinity’s US Accepted Students at our US Open Day in Washington model and looks for a positive trajectory ACT: 28/29 reviewed in July for a final decision. ▶▶ Deeply committed, as shown through a in your grades. Because you are applying Cumulative, without writing progressive course of academic pursuits to a specific course, the Admissions team Subject test and AP scores are not References also looks to see if you have taken all of the mandatory. courses available at your school in your Provide email addresses for one counselor The best way for students to determine whether chosen subject area. Your final transcript and one teacher and make sure your an international education may be right for must be sent by your school at the end of referees know to expect a direct email them is to talk with current international NOTE: SAT subject test and AP scores are your 4th year. request from Trinity. students, either during a visit to campus or via not mandatory. However, results in relevant email or Skype. Trinity’s student ambassadors subjects will be reviewed. give tours of campus, share their experiences Personal Statement and answer questions for interested students. Trinity is part of Naviance 500 words on why you are considering Hear more from our current international Trinity does not use the NOTE: Self-report test scores and have Trinity and the specific course you have students at www.tcdglobal.wordpress.com scores sent to Trinity (SAT: 2494/ACT: 5230) Common App or UCAS chosen, how you see yourself contributing to the Trinity community and what you see Trinity does not offer yourself doing with your degree. 13 decision/action 14 Cost to Attend US Open Days 2020 For Full Time International Undergraduates US Open Days 2020 Total Costs for One Academic Year Trinity categorises students as either Spend a day on campus without leaving your country. Take a tour. Talk to Irish/EU or non-EU international. Most Tuition fees vary by course and are subject to change. Most courses last four years. international applicants apply as non-EU For a full list of course fees please visit: students, staff alumni. Learn about the oldest student societies in the world. international students. www.tcd.ie/academicregistry/fees-and-payments Please keep up to date with all these events and more Fee status is based on residency, not on our website as dates may change citizenship. You can determine your Living Costs www.tcd.ie/study/country/usa/open-day fee status here: www.tcd.ie/study/ undergraduate/fee-finances Trinity Hall Accommodation Boston Open Day An online application fee of €55 per course 1 Year Housing Trinity Hall in shared accommodation €5,530- €5,915, private room €7, 250. Boston Open Day applied for is required for all courses. Please 30 March 2020 Living Costs1 Living Costs in Euro note the online application fee is non- 30 March 2020 refundable. 1 Year Housing Trinity Hall2 €5, 530 ($6,138) – €7, 250 ($8,048) New York Open Day Utilities €1,000 ($1,110) New York Open Day 3 31 March 2020 Funding Your Trinity Education Meals €3,000 ($3,330) 31 March 2020 Books and Miscellaneous €2,500 ($2,775) Trinity participates in the US Direct Loan Commuting €1,000 (1,110) Program. Complete the FAFSA and send 4 Chicago Information Session Los Angeles Information Session San Francisco Information Session your Student Air Report (SAR) to Trinity. (Our Health Insurance €500* ($555) Chicago Information Los Angeles Information San Francisco Information Session code is G06842 or 006842-Univ of Dublin Understanding Ireland 21 March 2020 23 March 2020 26 March 2020 Trinity College.) Optional 1 week pre-term Program5 €400 ($444) Session Session 26 March 2020

6 Trinity accepts: TOTAL Living Costs €13, 930 ($15,462 )- € 15, 650 ($ 17,372) ▶▶ All that do not New York Information Session Philadelphia Information Session Washington DC Information Session scholarships and grants New York Information Philadelphia Information Washington DC Information stipulate "for use in US college only." 1 Living costs are calculated per academic year and will vary by each student's lifestyle. 30 March 2020 1 April 2020 2 April 2020 ▶▶ 529 funds. Providers can contact Trinity Holidays, laundry and clothes are excluded. Total costs are calculated based on the higher Session Session Session directly. level of living costs and may vary. Trinity offers a number of scholarship 2 A range of options for the academic year are available in Trinity Hall. More information Denver Information Session Seattle Information Session Denver Information Session Seattle Information Session opportunities for prospective students available at: www.tcd.ie/accommodation/trinity-hall 6 April 2020 8 April 2020 interested in studying at Ireland’s leading 3Trinity does not offer meal plans. Students cook at home or eat on campus and in the city 6 April 2020 8 April 2020 university. centre. For more information on available 4 Health insurance is required for non-EU students. Average cost is shown above - insurance scholarship please see: cost may be lower or higher depending on policy chosen. More information available at: www.tcd.ie/study/international/ www.tcd.ie/study/international/trinity-life/arrival scholarships/Undergraduate 5 Students may partake in an 'Understanding Ireland' optional 1 week pre-term Program costing €400. More information available at: www.tcd.ie/study/international/pre-session-programmes 6 Represents an approximate cost. Converted from Euro to USD at €1/$1.11. This information is current August 2019.

Foundation Scholarships Students in the Senior Fresh (second) year may compete for a foundation scholarship, a highly prestigious scholarship awarded on the basis of an exam in your subject area. Up to 90 foundation scholars are elected annually on the basis of performance in the scholarship examination, which is usually held in the week before the start of the second term. Foundation scholars are entitled to certain privileges, which include: undergraduate scholars from non- EU countries shall have their fees reduced by an amount corresponding to the appropriate fee level of an EU fee paying student; Commons (evening meal) free and an entitlement to College rooms free of charge during the academic year. Foundation scholarships are normally held for a term of five years. In addition to the tangible benefits held by Scholars, these scholarships June 20 – July 30 2019 OR July 4 – July 14 2019 are highly prestigious, conferring a lifelong status within the University. Further information at: 15 www.tcd.ie/academicregistry/exams/ 16 scholarship Student Profiles Postgraduate Applicants

Recent US Graduates Information Guide for Postgraduate Students

DID YOU KNOW Trinity offers a wide range of world-class postgraduate programs at both Masters and Doctoral (Ph.D.) level. Our renowned As a research-led university, Trinity is Daniel O’Brien interdisciplinary research centres and home to multiple centres for excellence, Business and Economics institutes attract leading researchers including leading nanoscience institute, Philadelphia, USA in every discipline, from biomedical CRANN, and the state-of-the-art Trinity engineering to film studies, from history to Biomedical Sciences Institute. computer science. When I left Dublin in May 2016 – my last trip home after four years studying ” at Trinity College Dublin – part of me felt as if I was equally leaving a home I Many of our taught Masters programs can “ had grown to know and love. be completed in a single year and are more cost effective in comparison to our A proud American, born and raised in Philadelphia, I completed my international counterparts. A full list of undergraduate degree in Business and Economics at Trinity and wrapped up postgraduate courses is available at: what has so far been undoubtedly the four best years of my life. www.tcd.ie/courses/postgraduate For me, answering the question of where I went to college has always Trinity has a long established reputation involved fielding a familiar array of well-intentioned – if somewhat tiresome for cutting edge research and scholarship. – reactions. “But all the Irish want to come here,” you can almost see people Further information on Trinity’s major thinking. “Ireland is for taking tours through green fields and sleepy old research initiatives is available at: towns. Besides, America is home to the best schools the world has to offer.” www.tcd.ie/research Addressing these misconceptions over the years has allowed me to reflect Postgraduates across all disciplines on a number of issues tied up in that discussion, not least of which is trying will find Trinity a highly stimulating to figure out what I wanted from my time in college. environment. The University attracts world Some of my most formative memories were made in Dublin, and the city class researchers from all over the world. still houses many of my closest friends. I know the streets by heart, and Partnerships have also been created with a more importantly I know which to avoid. At the same time, being abroad number of key international industrial firms has made me appreciate my hometown in more ways that I ever thought and the University participates in major EU was possible. So when people ask me why I went to Trinity, or why I went to research and development programs. Ireland for college at all, my answer always focuses on the unique doors I've Research students at Trinity are part opened rather than some of the more mundane ones I may have missed." of a vibrant research culture and have frequent opportunities to share ideas with a supervisor and other members of a research team. Our researchers are inspired Joseph Lanzillotta and driven by the exciting atmosphere of discovery at the frontiers of human BBS (Bachelor of Business Studies) knowledge. This dedication has placed New York, USA Trinity’s nanoscience research centre, CRANN, at the forefront of research, leading I first saw Trinity when I was 14 and thought it looked like Hogwarts. This the way globally. inspired three years research into the university. When it came time to apply A full range of information for postgraduate “ for college, I knew I wanted to study international business. I chose Trinity applicants is available at: www.tcd.ie/ to study business internationally and stand out as the only graduate of my study/postgraduate/apply 600-student high school class who chose a university outside of the United States. I ultimately turned down a full scholarship to an American university to attend Trinity. Trinity is home to a diverse population of students and staff but still feels like a small community. One year there were fifteen guys on the Trinity Men’s volleyball team and none of them were from the same country. More than anything my time at Trinity has shown me how much people from around the world have in common. Dublin is an exciting city to live in and an easy one to get out of when you want to take a breath and enjoy Ireland’s natural beauty. The Irish are known for telling great stories and my time at Trinity has given me many to tell myself."

17 18 Note: All postgraduate courses offered by Trinity are subject to change. For the Postgraduate Courses most up to date course list please check: www.tcd.ie/courses Below is a selection of the broad range of courses offered by Trinity. For a comprehensive course listing visit: www.tcd.ie/courses/postgraduate/faculty For more information visit www.tcd.ie/courses

Engineering, Health Sciences

Mathematics & School of Dental Science Gerontological Nursing (M.Sc.) Clinical Denistry (M.Sc.) Science Mental Health (M.Sc.) Dental Surgery (D.Ch.Dent.) Mental Health Child Adolescent & Family School of Biochemistry and Immunology School of Medicine Strands ( M.Sc ) Addiction Recovery (M.Sc.) Mental Health Psychosocial Inerventions Strands ( M.Sc. ) Immunology (M.Sc.) Biomedical Sciences (Intercalated) (M.Sc.) Midwifery (M.Sc.) Immunotherapeutics (M.Sc.) Cardiology (M.Sc.) Midwifery Practice & Leadership (M.Sc.) Clinical Chemistry (M.Sc) Nursing (M.Sc.) School of Computer Science and Statistics Cognitive Psychotherapy (M.Sc.) Nursing- Advanced Practice (ANP) Computer Science (M.Sc.) - Augmented and Diagnostic Radiography (M.Sc.) Nursing – Child Health and Wellbeing Virtual Reality Genomic Medicine (M.Sc.) (M.Sc.) Computer Science (M.Sc.) - Data Science Global Health (M.Sc.) Nursing (Specialist Nursing)(M.Sc.) English Language Teaching (M.Phil.) Computer Science (M.Sc.) - Future Networked Health Services Management (M.Sc.) Arts, Humanities School of Histories and Humanities Systems Palliative Care (M.Sc.) Linguistics (M.Phil.) Healthcare Infection Management (M.Sc.) Art History (M.Phil.) Computer Science (M.Sc.) - Intelligent Systems & Social Sciences Speech and Language Processing (M.Phil.) Master in Medicine (M.M.) Classics (M.Phil.) Interactive Digital Media (M.Sc.) School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Medical Imaging (M.Sc.) School of Business Early Modern History (M.Phil.) School of Psychology Sciences Digital Marketing Strategy (M.Sc.) Molecular Medicine (M.Sc.) Environmental History (M.Phil.) Applied Behavior Analysis (M.Sc.) School of Engineering Hospital Pharmacy (M.Sc.) Entrepreneurship (M.Sc.) Neuroscience (M.Sc.) Gender and Women’s Studies Applied Psychology (M.Sc.) Bioengineering (M.Sc.) Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Technology Finance (M.Sc.) (M.Phil.) Occupational Therapy (M.Sc.) (M.Sc.) Clinical Psychology (D.Clin.Psych.) Electronic Information Engineering (M.Sc.) Financial Risk Management (M.Sc.) International History (M.Phil) Pharmaceutical Medicine (M.Sc.) Pharmaceutical Sciences (M.Sc.) Counseling Psychology (D.Couns.Psych.) Engineering (Environmental/Structural and Medieval History (M.Phil.) Respiratory Physiotherapy (M.Sc.) Human Resource Management (M.Sc.) Managing Risk and System Change (M.Sc.) Geotechnical/Transport ) (M.Sc.) Medieval Studies (M.Phil.) Sports & Exercise Medicine (M.Sc.) International Management (M.Sc.) Psychoanalytic Studies (M.Phil.) Engineering (Sustainable Energy) (M.Sc.) Translational Oncology (M.Sc.) Management (M.Sc.) Modern Irish History (M.Phil.) Mechanical Engineering (M.Sc.) Confederal School of Religions, Peace Studies Marketing (M.Sc.) Public History and Cultural Heritage Music and Media Technologies (M.Phil.) and Theology School of Nursing and Midwifery Master in Business Administration (M.B.A.) (M.Phil.) Christian Theology (M.Phil.) Aging Health & Wellbeing in Intellectual Operations and Supply Chain Management School of Languages, Literatures and School of Mathematics Disability (M.Sc) (M.Sc.) Conflict Resolution and Reconciliation (M.Phil.) Cultural Studies High Performance Computing (M.Sc.) Child Health & Wellbeing (M.Sc.) Divinity (B.D.) Comparative Literature (M.Phil.) Clinical Health Services Education (M.Sc.) School of Creative Arts Intercultural Theology and Interreligious Early Irish (M.Phil.) Film Studies - Theory History Practice (M.Phil.) Studies (M.Phil.) School of Physics Identities & Cultures of Europe (M.Phil.) Music Composition (M.Phil.) International Peace Studies (M.Phil.(Peace Energy Science (M.Sc.) Community Health (M.Sc.) Playwriting (M.F.A.) Literary Translation (M.Phil.) Studies)) Dementia (M.Sc.) School of Natural Sciences Stage Design (M.F.A.) School of Law Master in Theology Theatre Directing (M.F.A.) Biodiversity and Conservation (M.Sc.) To study at Trinity is to Intellectual Property and Information School of Social Sciences and Philosophy Theatre and Performance (M.Phil.) Technology Law (LL.M.) Development Practice (M.Sc.) become part of a global

Comparative Social Change (M.Sc.) International and Comparative Law (LL.M.) Environmental Sciences (M.Sc.) School of Education Economics (M.Sc.) “ community of thinkers,

International and European Business Law Master in Education (M.Ed.) Economics-International Development (M.Sc.) (LL.M.) creators, scientists, International Politics (M.Sc.) Professional Masters Education (P.M.E.) “ Laws (LL.M.) Philosophy (M.Phil.) artists, inventors, and School of English Law and Finance (M.Phil.) Race, Ethnicity, Conflict (M.Phil.) entrepreneurs spanning Children’s Literature (M.Phil.) Comparative Literature (M.Phil.) School of Linguistic, Speech and School of Social Work and Social Policy 130 different countries Creative Writing (M.Phil.) Communications Sciences Applied Social Research (M.Sc.) and over 400 years Digital Humanities and Culture (M.Phil.) Applied Linguistics (M.Phil.) Child Protection and Welfare (M.Sc.) Irish Writing (M.Phil.) Chinese Studies (M.Phil.) Social Work (M.S.W.) Clinical Speech and Language Studies (M.Sc.)

19 20 Applicant Guide DID YOU KNOW A specific International Postgraduate Student Orientation takes place in the week preceding Freshers Week for US Postgraduate Students

and receive communications in respect of Application Process your application to Trinity. You will be able International Students to track the progress of your application Entry to Irish universities is competitive, Visa Requirements at every stage of the admissions process; and no graduate applicant, from Ireland or If you are a citizen of the European Union update your personal information, view any other country has an automatic right (EU), you do not need a visa to enter and decisions made on your application(s) and to admission. Most courses at Trinity have live in Ireland. Students from North America accept or refuse any offers you may receive. a restricted number of places available for do not require a visa for Ireland. The list of postgraduate students. visa-required countries can be found at the Academic Registry INIS website: www.inis.gov.ie. You can The range of studies on offer is vast and request a visa offer letter by emailing the English Language Requirements From the point of submitting your Supporting Documents Entry Requirements the standard set for postgraduate study [email protected] is exceptionally high. This combination, postgraduate application, through to When you apply for a postgraduate course Postgraduate work in Trinity is very All applicants whose first language is not acceptance, tuition fee payment and together with the range of ancillary facilities It is important to note that ALL non-EU online, you will have the option to upload academically challenging and as a result English and who have not been educated student registration, Academic Registry will in the immediate vicinity of the university, students, whether visa-required or not, must your supporting documents. The following the University has high academic entry through the medium of English must present provide a range of administrative supports. offers an almost unparalleled learning register with the Irish Naturalisation and information is required before a decision requirements. one of the following qualifications in the English The Academic Registry team can assist with experience to all postgraduates. Immigration Service (INIS) for permission can be made on your application: language: general or application queries which can be to remain in the state. Students must show Applicants will need to hold: ▶▶ IELTS: Grade 6.5 overall logged through the ASK AR button via the ▶▶ Two Academic References (or where Online Applications their offer letter at airport immigration ▶▶ at least a 2.1 honors degree from an Irish ▶▶ TOEFL: 88 internet-based, 570 paper- home page of or calling us on appropriate clinical referees) my.tcd.ie where they will receive a temporary stamp university or equivalent result from a based, 230 computer-based. The test If you are not a current All course information and online +353 (1) 896 4500. in their passport. They must register with ▶▶ Academic transcript(s) which must be university in another country taken here should be TOEFL IBT applicant you can also email us at: application details are available at www. INIS within the time limit specified on their certified by the issuing body ▶▶ University of Cambridge: [email protected]. ▶▶ a fluent command of the English tcd.ie/courses/postgraduate/az. All temporary stamp. Please note that graduates of Trinity do Proficiency Certificate, Grade C or www.tcd.ie/academicregistry language applications for postgraduate research and not need to provide academic transcripts better (CEFR Level C1 or C2 Some courses may require higher taught programs should be made online by or copies of award parchments. ▶▶ Advanced Certificate, Grade C or better standards or require you to take further logging on to my.tcd.ie Employment (CEFR Level C1 or C2) ▶▶ Certified copy of degree certificate(s) tests or attend an interview. ▶▶ Pearson Test of English (Academic) - Throughout the application and admission Non-EU nationals who have permission to Please note that graduates of Trinity do PTE Academic: a minimum score of 63 to process, communications between Trinity undertake postgraduate study in Ireland not need to provide certified copies of be eligible (with no section score below and the applicant will primarily be via online are entitled to take up casual employment, degree certificates. 59) messaging within the my.tcd.ie portal, defined as up to 20 hours part-time work Top 10 Postgraduate Courses ▶▶ An award certificate with a minimum II.1 and via email. Please note that incomplete per week or full-time work during vacation ▶▶ A recognized certificate of English overall score from Trinity's Centre for applications cannot be processed and periods. Language Competency if English is English Language Learning and Teaching's unsuccessful applications will not be not your first language. (See language Pre-sessional Pathway Programme ▶▶Creative Writing returned. In order to encourage talented, skilled requirements). ▶▶International Politics graduates to pursue careers in Ireland, upon ▶▶ You may also be required to submit Please note that test scores are only valid for Applicants should make all reasonable successful completion of an undergraduate further documents e.g. a sample of ▶▶Computer Science two years. effort prior to registration to ensure that or postgraduate program at Trinity, students work in support of your application/ ▶▶Irish Writing For further details on these English Language the course/program they are registering for have the possibility to stay in Ireland to work Proficiency Tests, please contact the additional test results such as GMAT etc. ▶▶International Peace Studies meets their expectations, by: for two years on the Third Level Graduate If this is necessary for a decision to be appropriate organisation directly. ▶▶Marketing ▶▶ Contacting the relevant course co- Scheme. This allows students to gain work made on your application, the document www.ets.org/toefl ordinator or prospective supervisor/ experience opportunities in Ireland in a will become a mandatory part of your ▶▶Global Health www.ielts.org research director. wide range of industries and organizations. application. ▶▶Biodiversity & Conservation www.cambridgeesol.org/exams During the 24 month period students are www.tcd.ie/slscs/english/pmpp.php ▶▶ Accessing all information available ▶▶Conflict Resolution & able to work full time in Ireland. on the courses website www.tcd.ie/ Reconciliation An applicant whose first language is not English courses/postgraduate/faculty and Students may also have the option of but who has taken a degree through the the specific school/course web pages remaining in Ireland for a longer period if medium of English may be eligible provided linked on this site. they are able to secure employment that they did not complete their studies more than meets the criteria for a Work Permit. In two years prior to admission. Once you have submitted an online addition the US-Ireland Working Holiday application you will be sent an Agreement provides a separate one-year However some courses may request applicants acknowledgment email to the email work permit for US students, who can apply to present an English Language qualification address you provided when setting up your for this within 12 months of graduating. under certain circumstances. user account on my.tcd.ie applicant portal. The applicant portal will allow you to send For further information see: www.inis.gov. Please note that the required grade for the ie/en/INIS/Pages IELTS examination may vary from program to Program. Please consult each program page on the ‘A-Z Listing of Taught Courses’ 21 22 Postgraduate Research Cost to Attend At Trinity College Dublin, the University of Dublin For Full Time International Postgraduates

Funding Your Trinity is recognised as one of the world’s leading research-intensive universities and Trinity Education its research continues to address issues of Trinity offers a number of scholarship global, societal and economic importance. opportunities for prospective and current The University’s research strategy, based students interested in study or research at on developing multidisciplinary areas in Ireland’s leading university. Trinity, has the critical mass of world-class For more information visit: www.tcd. researchers needed to deliver research of ie/study/postgraduate/scholarships- global consequence. funding

Trinity participates in the US Direct Loan Postgraduate Research Program . Complete the FAFSA and send Students your Student Aid Report (SAR) to Trinity. (Our code is G06842 or 006842-Univ of Trinity is the first and only Dublin Trinity College). Trinity is Ireland’s leading university, Irish university to join steeped in history with a reputation for the prestigious ranks of Trinity accepts: excellence in education and research. the League of European ▶▶ All scholarships and grants that do not While our campus dates back over four Research UniversitiesDID YOU KNOW (LERU) stipulate "for use in US college only." hundred years, our research facilities and ▶▶ 529 funds. Providers can contact Trinity institutes sit right in the twenty first century. directly. The University has research strengths that Students are also encouraged to explore span the Sciences, Medicine, Engineering, Applications are submitted online at The fellowship is unrelated to teaching. external funding options in their home Business, Arts and Humanities, a spectrum www.tcd.ie/courses/postgraduate/ It is important to be aware that income countries. that is mirrored by our broad range of research and must include a detailed received by the award recipient from other taught postgraduate courses and research research proposal. This is reviewed by the sources (such as private tuition, research An online application fee of €55 per course opportunities at master’s and doctorate relevant school and acceptance is dependent funding), can be to the maximum annual applied for is required for all taught and Total Costs for Academic Year level. on the quality of the proposal and availability income level of €18,000* excluding fees but research courses. Please note the online of adequate supervision. The Dean of including the studentship maintenance. application fee is non-refundable. Our inspiring professors are global leaders Graduate Studies then conducts the final Tuition fees vary by course and are subject to change. Most courses last one You must make your application for the in their fields, and they work alongside review and approval subsequent to meeting Fee details for all courses are available at: Ussher award in conjunction with your Ph.D. year. For a full list of course fees please visit: www.tcd.ie/academicregistry/ students in a common enterprise of all criteria. www.tcd.ie/academicregistry/fees-and- discovery. The Trinity curriculum isn’t just application. To apply for the funding during payments fees-and-payments about imparting knowledge; it’s aimed at your online application, simply select the European Union (EU) and non-EU fees apply developing the critical faculties of the mind, Funding Opportunities award (Studentship or Ussher Award) you as appropriate. Most US applicants apply through freedom of expression, willingness wish to be considered for from the drop The University offers postgraduate awards as non-EU international students. to engage in debate and original research. down menu in the section of the application Living Costs1 Living Costs in Euro which are available only to students form titled “Funding/Financial Support”. Fee status is based on residency, not 2 Employers worldwide hold Trinity graduates 1 Year Private Accommodation €8,000 ($ 8,880) intending to register for full-time higher citizenship. Trinity categorises students as in high esteem. The University has produced *These figures are subject to change research degrees (i.e. Ph.D.): Irish/EU and non-EU international. You can Meals3 €3,000 ($ 3, 330) generations of outstanding graduates. Postgraduate Ussher Fellowships More information on postgraduate funding determine your fee status here: Some of the most famous people in Irish Books and Miscellaneous €2,500 ($ 2,775) These postgraduate fellowships are only and scholarships can be found on our www.tcd.ie/academicregistry/fees- history have been educated here: writers Commuting €1,000 ($1,110) applicable to new entrants on the Research website: payments/course-fees like Oscar Wilde and Samuel Beckett; 4 Register. Health Insurance €500 ($555) scientists like William Rowan Hamilton www.tcd.ie/study/postgraduate/ Fieldwork Costs, Costs of Preparations of TOTAL Living Costs5 €15,000 ($ 16,650) and E.T.S. Walton, who won the Nobel Prize Postgraduate Fellowships are available to scholarships-funding Thesis /Dissertation for splitting the atom, as well as two Irish new entrants to the full-time Ph.D. register Students are personally responsible for the 1 presidents, many industry leaders and for entry in September and/or the following costs involved if they have to undertake Living costs are calculated per academic year and will vary by each student’s lifestyle. Holidays, laundry, and clothes are excluded. entrepreneurs. March of the same academic year (e.g. fieldwork as part of their postgraduate September 2019 and/or March 2020). The Program. They are also responsible for 2Average based on a 43 week lease for a double room in a shared, As a truly international university, we Fellowships aim to support and develop all costs relating to the preparation and apartment-style accommodation in Dublin. Prices can vary greatly welcome applications from prospective gifted research students. They are awarded submission of their thesis or dissertation depending on the type of accommodation chosen. More information at: postgraduate students anywhere in the competitively on academic merit. such as typing, binding and photography. www.tcd.ie/accommodation/getting-rooms/off-campus/private- world. rented The Fellowship fully covers EU and non-EU We hope you will consider choosing a fees and provides an annual maintenance 3Trinity does not offer meal plans. Students cook at home or eat on campus course at Trinity for your postgraduate of €13,000* for three years. Fees will be and in the city centre. research, for an exciting new journey that covered and maintenance is payable will open your mind to new experiences, 4Required for non-EU students. Average cost is shown. Insurance cost may monthly via Trinity payroll directly to your ways of thinking and friendships, many of be lower or higher depending on policy chosen. More information at: bank account. which will last for a lifetime. www.tcd.ie/study/international/trinity-life/arrival 5 Represents an approximate cost. Converted from Euro to USD at €1/$1.11. 23 This information is current August 2019 24 Student Testimonials Campus Tours Postgraduate Students Come Visit Trinity

Agape Deng Elizabeth Maguire M.Phil Speech and MSc Marketing Language Processing Washington D.C, USA Los Angeles, USA The best way to explore Trinity’s unique, lively, traditional, urban experience is to pay My undergrad was in linguistics and for I decided to study at Trinity College Dublin us a visit and take a tour of campus. my masters, I wanted to study how speech because I was familiar with the college after “ “ and language are processed practically studying abroad while in undergrad. and computationally. I had learned a lot of I always knew I wanted to get back to living Trinity’s campus tours are the ideal way to theory already and wanted to get my hands in Dublin so when I heard about the MSc experience the bustle of student life and dirty. I emailed several professors and in Marketing, I applied. Coming to study they gave me detailed explanations of the to familiarise yourself with the facilities, at Trinity was an eye-opening experience. Speech and Language Processing course. It buildings and support services available at From my classmates to my professors I felt was right up my alley so I went for it! Trinity. Our student-led tours are the perfect that studying at Trinity prepared me to be a citizen of the world. I would recommend way to learn about life at Trinity from a Even before arriving at Trinity, my that a student considering to attend Trinity current student. communications with the professors via if possible, visit. email were superb. They gave me detailed explanations of the course so I knew what And if it's not possible to book a visit, get to expect and what I was getting myself If you’re planning to apply, come visit! in touch with the on-the-ground team in into. From then until the end of my course, To sign up for a tour please visit:www.tcd. the US who are very responsive and helpful they maintained that excellent level of when making this huge decision. Trinity ie/study/international/visit communication and availability. Because and Dublin are open to each other - you of the small class sizes, I felt comfortable can meet anyone strolling through Front asking questions and reaching out Square, friend or celebrity or even Prince whenever I needed. They really were my Harry! " mentors who guided and inspired me on a personal level.

Everyone should know about Ryanair. Ireland’s proximity to all the European DID YOU KNOW countries, plus Ryanair’s super affordable airfare means that lots of adventures At Trinity, you are encouraged and travels can happen when one isn’t to become not only an book studying. There is a lot to learn from independent learner, but also travelling and experiencing other cultures an independent thinker. and it’s all within easy reach! "

DID YOU KNOW

Trinity researchers attract approx. €100 million annually in external funding.

25 26 Coming to Dublin

Accommodation

Living in Trinity accommodation brings a further dimension to your participation in college life. You are living as part of the Trinity community and have great opportunities for getting involved in many aspects of student life while making lifelong friends along the way.

All undergraduate international first year students are guaranteed accommodation primarily at Trinity Hall (the designated 1st year student residence) or in Kavanagh Court (mixed accommodation for all years).

Rooms on campus are primarily reserved for students in their final year and Trinity The currency in Ireland is the Euro (€). Scholars; however there are a number of The estimated cost of living for one A database of properties is available to be rooms on the campus suitable for students academic year (September - June) viewed all year round. During August and who have mobility difficulties and who are is between €13, 930 - € 15, 650 (this September a fully staffed service is run capable of independent living. Students figure is inclusive of Trinity shared from the Student's Union Office. It provides may apply for a room once they have accommodation costing between information and contacts for students accepted a place in Trinity. €5,530- €5,915, or a private room wishing to secure rented accomodation costing approximately €7,250). and offers guidance on what to look for Find out more at: www.tcd.ie/ when renting. Phones are provided so that accommodation/getting-rooms students may make contact with landlords. The Advisory Service may also be able to Other Options for give some information on lodgings (residing Kavanagh Court Trinity Accommodation International Students in a room in a house with meals provided).

For international students who wish to look For further information and advice see: for other housing options, many find private tcdsuaccomodation.org There is a friendly team on-site 24/7 and Trinity Hall On Campus rented accommodation, usually sharing an www.tcd.ie/accomodation/faq other features include a roof-top terrace, apartment or a house with other students. regular Programof social events, modern Rooms are arranged in self-catering Located in the heart of the city, on-campus gym, common room, spacious study room, apartments, with each typically housing is located in either the historic The Accommodation Advisory Service helps laundry room and bike storage. accommodating six persons and consisting buildings in the centre of the campus or in students find accommodation by providing of a mix of single and twin en-suite more modern developments further east. them with advice and access to house- To get a glimpse of the Kavanagh Court bedrooms with a large kitchen/living room. Trinity's iconic campus gives students an hunting resources. experience and for information on opportunity to experience a unique and accommodation cost, see here: www.tcd. Facilities include a games room, music memorable housing experience in the ie/accommodation/kavanagh-court room, computer room, sports hall, social beautiful environment of the 400-year-old spaces, shop and a self-service launderette. university. The Reception area is open 24/7. Residents Binary Hub of Trinity Hall also become members of the A short walk to lectures, campus Junior Common Room, which organizes Binary Hub is located in Dublin 8 and just a accommodation also features on-site a range of extra-curricular activities for all short walk to Trinity. Apartments range from security and maintenance, close proximity residents. 3-8 bedrooms. There is a 24/7 team on-site, to Trinity Sports Centre, access to the on-site maintenance, regular program of spacious grounds and plenty of bike To see what life at Trinity Hall is like and social events, modern gym, common room, storage. for information on accomodation cost, spacious study room, laundry room and see here: www.tcd.ie/accommodation/ bike storage. To find out more about the campus trinity-hall experience and for information on To see the Binary Hub experience and accommodation cost, see here: www.tcd. ie/accommodation/on-campus Kavanagh Court for information on accommodation cost, see here: www.tcd.ie/accommodation/ Kavanagh Court is Trinity’s newly opened, binary-hub top of the range student accommodation. Students are typically accommodated in 6 person apartments, in single en-suite rooms Trinity Hall with a large shared kitchen/living space. Kavanagh Court Trinity Accommodation Trinity Accommodation 27 28 Student Life Trinity Publications Trinity students produce the widest range Student Life at Trinity of student publications of any third level Student Entertainment institution in Ireland including Trinity News, University life is about so much more than just the University Times, Icarus, The Piranha, education and nowhere is this more evident TCD Miscellany and Trinity Film Review. Your First Year at Trinity than at Trinity. Trinity sits in the heart of Dublin city where there are endless extracurricular Contributors are regular award winners at the Freshers’ Week and recreational opportunities. You can National Student Media Awards and many of immerse yourself in a broad range of sports our alumni have had very successful careers clubs and student societies and through including author and journalist Mark Little; these activities you will get a real sense of the Peter Murtagh (Reporter, The Irish Times) and What happens after you join us in Trinity? ‘Trinity Experience’, something that extends Eoin McVey (Managing Editor, The Irish Times); Your first week is known as Freshers’ Week. far beyond lectures, tutorials and exams. You Paul McGuinness (former Manager of U2); There are no classes, so it’s all about meeting ▶▶Islandbridge – the boathouse is the base will also have the benefit of one of the best Ed Mulhall (former Managing Director of News your new classmates, information sessions, for Trinity men’s and women’s rowing Sports Students’ Unions in the country, providing at RTÉ and former Financial Times Editor). seeing what sports clubs and societies you Clubs. students with a wide range of entertainment Visit want to join, meeting your student mentor www.trinitypublications.ie and events throughout your time in Trinity. who will give you a tour of campus and Sports Clubs organise social events, meeting your tutor Sport There are 50 sports clubs to choose who will provide support to you throughout Trinity Ball from including: aikido, American football, your years in Trinity, and of course, the At the end of the academic year, Trinity hosts Trinity Sport badminton, barbell, basketball, boating, Freshers’ Ball. the biggest private party in Europe. The boxing, camogie, climbing, cricket, croquet, Trinity Sport offers something for everyone, Trinity Ball sees more than 7,000 students in cycling, equestrian, fencing, Gaelic football, During Freshers’ Week you can also meet whether you want to perform at the highest level ball gowns and tuxedos enjoying Trinity’s very golf, handball, harriers, hockey, hurling, people from the Sports Centre, the Library and or simply want to participate in our social sport own music festival. Marquees and stages are judo, karate, kayaking, lawn tennis, netball, Student Supports and Services (e.g. Student program and have a bit of fun. Whatever your set up across campus, with festivities kicking orienteering, rifle, rugby, sailing, snow Counselling, Health Service, Disability Service, preference is, Trinity Sport has got it covered. off at 10pm and acts playing until 5am. sports, soccer, squash, sub aqua, surfing Find out more at: www.tcd.ie/sport Chaplaincy, Student Learning Service, Careers and bodyboarding, swimming, table tennis, Service and the Day Nursery). These are the The Pav taekwondo, trampoline, ultimate frisbee, services whose job it is to make sure that you triathlon, volleyball and windsurfing. get the best out of your time in Trinity. The Pavilion Bar, affectionately known as the Pav, is located at the heart of Trinity, Sports Scholarship What happens after overlooking College Park. There really is nothing better than sitting out on the grass Trinity Sport has a proud history of Freshers’ Week? with your friends when the sun is shining and supporting talented sports students during the Pav provides a place for you to chill out and enjoy a green oasis. their time at Ireland’s premier university. After the excitement of Freshers’ Week, The focus of the Sports Scholarship teaching starts and you get a chance to settle program is on the support services required into your course. Most classes are a mixture Student Societies by each individual student, to develop their of lectures and tutorials and some have At Trinity, we have 120 student societies sporting talent, skill and standard. practicals as well. The tutorials are less formal which constitute some of the most dynamic and give you a chance to explore and discuss and active set of university student societies Sports Centre Each year Trinity is proud to offer sports the topics covered in lectures with your in Ireland, everything from the Animation The Sports Centre, located at the Westland scholarships to international students who classmates and teaching assistants. Society to the Zoological Society. We are Row end of campus, is where the majority demonstrate outstanding ability in their home to the world’s oldest student societies, of our fitness classes and Programs take named sport and an ability to compete at Your class representative and your mentors the ‘Hist’ or Historical Society founded in 1770 place, seven days a week. Facilities include a national or international level. organise events throughout the year that give and the ‘Phil’ which is the oldest debating 25-metre swimming pool, climbing wall, fully you further opportunities to get to know your society in the world, founded in 1683, and equipped gym with free weights and cardio Trinity currently has 65 sports scholars in a classmates. whose guests have included everyone from machines, virtual cycle and a wellness room. variety of sports, from soccer and athletics, to swimming and basketball. As the first year progresses there are many Hollywood heavyweights such as Martin Students are automatically members of the Sports Centre. There are small additional other events to make sure that you enjoy your Scorsese to International Space Station Trinity currently has 4 USA Victory Scholars costs for some classes. time in Trinity, including Re-Freshers’ Week commander Chris Hadfield. Find out more studying at Trinity, via the Sport Changes in week 4, which gives you another chance to at: www.trinitysocieties.ie Life Foundation, in addition to 3 USA Eagles join sports clubs and societies. Sports Facilities Scholars on the Trinity Rugby team. In addition to the Sports Centre, Trinity has What you can expect from a sports Trinity in Twelve Weeks a number of other sports facilities both on scholarship: campus and off. The “Trinity in Twelve Weeks” Program aims ▶▶Botany Bay – tennis courts and outdoor ▶▶ Financial Assistance to continue your orientation during your soccer first semester and help your transition to ▶▶ Nutritional workshops ▶▶College Park – rugby, soccer, cricket, hockey, university life. The ‘Trinity in Twelve Weeks’ ▶▶ Sports medical care Program Programhas a new theme every week, athletics through study and exam skills to how to look ▶▶Santry Sports Grounds – a short bus ride ▶▶ Sports physiology testing after yourself while you’re at university. Your north of the campus, Santry is the home of ▶▶ Sports psychology workshops mentors will be in touch with you every week Trinity GAA, hockey, soccer, American football, to let you know what the week’s theme is and rugby and ultimate frisbee ▶▶ Access to performance coaching to arrange events and activities. ▶▶Iveagh Sports Grounds – a short bus ride ▶▶ Strength & conditioning Program west of the campus, this multi-purpose site was recently acquired by Trinity ▶▶ Support to liaise with academic tutors ▶▶ ▶▶ Sport Scholarship kit

29 30 Trinity – a sustainable campus ▶▶ 50% reduction in paper consumption Restaurants and Coffee Shops since 2011 In a world with finite resources, Trinity has on Campus A Global Campus committed to providing students with both ▶▶ 26% increase in energy efficiency since the necessary skillsets to live sustainably, 2006 Students can choose from a wide range of and the kind of innovative thinking and ▶▶ 98% of staff and students use sustainable restaurants and coffee shops on campus to adaptability to enable you to work in a rapidly transport (public transport/cycling/ suit all tastes and budgets, including: changing world. Trinity has academics and walking) to commute. researchers who are global leaders in subjects ▶▶ The modern Buttery Food Court with a hot such as climate change, nature based Students actively participate in imagining, food counter, deli counter, and gourmet solutions, biodiversity, environmental science, driving and implementing campus coffee shop. smart technology and engineering. sustainability initiatives through the Students’ As Ireland’s leading university located in the International Societies ▶▶ The Old Dining Hall, where lunch is Union, Student Sustainability Network, Green Roisin Gowen, South Africa centre of the vibrant, multi-cultural capital ▶▶ Our commitment to sustainability is enjoyed in traditional splendour, but with a and Clubs Campus Committee, Young Greens, Vegan Science student city, Trinity is committed to educating global evidenced in milestones such as: Society and the EnviroSoc (Environmental student budget in mind. citizens, be they Irish students making Trinity is famous for its diverse society life and Dublin is an incredible city for students an international impact or students from Trinity societies and clubs with international ▶▶ Establishment of the Provost’s Advisory Society) to name a few dynamic groups. The ▶▶ The Pavilion Bar serving hot food all day, Students’ Union and Graduate Students’ and Trinity’s location in Dublin city over 120 countries sharing their cultural themes include: Afro-Caribbean Society, Committee on Sustainability, including for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. student representatives (2017) Union have Environmental Officers devoted to centre was very appealing to me. experiences with the Trinity community. American Football Club, Arabesque Society, supporting and responding to environmental ▶▶ The Perch, a brand new café in the Arts One of the best things about Trinity is Caledonian Society, Capoeira Society, ▶▶ Divestment from fossil fuels, following a and sustainability issues. We hope you will the society culture and the myriad of Chinese Society, Cumann Gaelach, Europa student-led campaign (2017) Building offering a range of hot and cold Trinity Global Room choose to join your energy with ours to create beverages, mouth-watering pastries and societies and clubs to choose from. Not Society, French Society, Germanic Society, The Trinity Global Room is a unique social Indian Society, International Student Society, ▶▶ Student-led plan to remove disposable a more just and verdant world. sandwiches, and grab and go food offers. only is there something for everyone, plastics from campus (2018) these societies welcome newcomers and event space for all students that has Italian Society, Japanese Society, Jewish Trinity Business School is also opening a quickly become a hub of international with such enthusiasm and really try Society, Korean Society, Modern Languages ▶▶ Creation of Trinity Pollinator Plan in 2017 An Ghaeilge/The Irish Language new café in 2019/2020. activity on campus. This is a place where to make everyone feel welcome. The Society, Muslim Student Association, Russian Irish language and culture is a vibrant aspect international and Irish students can meet ▶▶ Green Flag Campus status since 2013 ▶▶ Coffee shops in the Hamilton Building societies and clubs provide a platform Society, Society for International Affairs, of campus life and Trinity offers a rich and in a social and friendly environment at the ▶▶ 45% reduction in water consumption since and Áras an Phiarsaigh. See: www.tcd. where like-minded people can meet South East Asian Society, and Trinity Global varied program of events, as well as learning hundreds of events run at the Global Room 2009 ie/catering or follow us on Facebook or Development Society. and social opportunities through Irish for and engage regardless of where you are each year. No two days are the same in the Twitter (@TCDbites) for further details and students of all levels of ability. from, how old you are or what course Global Room. Hosting close to 400 events a special offers and promotions. Discover Ireland with the Free Irish classes, from beginners to you are studying. It is a fantastic way year, the Global Room highlights the richness advanced levels, are offered to all students. to meet people and make new friends. of Trinity’s entire student community. International Student Society Our Irish Language Residency Schemes Find out more at: www.tcd.ie/study/ The International Student Society was provide accommodation and a grant to international/trinity-life/global-room founded in 1984 to promote communication students who are seeking to live with other between the Irish students of Trinity and Did you know? Irish speakers and promote the language. those coming from abroad and now has over For more information, see: www.tcd.ie/ 500 members. Events include social nights, Trinity ranks 10th gaeloifig talks and presentations, film screenings, day in the World for its work trips and weekends away. This is only one of on Climate Action Did you know? the many international societies on campus. 26% of Trinity students Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings 2019 and 40% of Trinity staff are from outside Ireland.

31 31 32 32 International Student Supports Visit Trinity Once you are here We would like to invite you to our historic Before you arrive campus and provide regular campus tours Airport Meet and Greet Service for international students interested in Trinity has a long tradition of welcoming studying at Trinity. Sign up for a campus tour New international students arriving at Dublin international students. Our supportive at: www.tcd.ie/study/international/visit Airport can avail of this optional, free service. staff are here to help every step of the You will be met by a current student at the way and can meet you either in your Meeting Trinity Staff in airport and shown how to get to Trinity’s region or when you visit us on campus. campus or to your accommodation. Find out Your Region more at: www.tcd.ie/study/international/ The Global Relations Team Trinity staff travel regularly to meet with trinity-life/arrival students around the world. We also host The Global Relations Team manages all events in countries including India, China and Trinity Smart Start Program of Trinity’s international relationships the United States where interested students This week-long program is designed and supports international students can meet faculty and alumni. If we won’t to introduce new international students to during the process of applying to Trinity. be in your region soon, get in touch with Irish history, literature and culture as well Our team is here to help and contact the Global Relations Office and we’ll be happy as help students adjust to life in Trinity and us at [email protected] or via to answer your questions or put you in touch Dublin. The course runs the week prior to International Student Orientation Trinity Global Room www.tcd.ie/globalrelations/about with a student ambassador. Contact us at: Freshers’ Week and details can be found at: During Freshers’ Week, Trinity runs a With two full-time Student Support Officers [email protected] www.tcd.ie/study/understandingireland series of sessions for both EU and non-EU and a team of student ambassadors, the DID YOU KNOW students addressing cultural adjustment Trinity Global Room is a great first stop for Upon successful completion of an undergraduate Programatprogram Admission Requirements as well as practical concerns such as students with questions about navigating Trinity,at Trinity, students students have have the the possibility possibility to tostay stay in Irelandin Ireland to to Trinity accepts various international and banking and immigration. Find out more at: Trinity, Dublin and Ireland. The Global Room work for one year on the Graduate Scheme visa. This allows national high school qualifications for direct www.tcd.ie/orientation is open Monday to Friday from 9.30am to students to gain unrivalled work experience opportunities in entry to our undergraduate programs. Our 9pm. Contact us at: [email protected]

Ireland in a wide range of industries and organisations.organizations. Full Global Relations team will provide you with New to Dublin personal guidance to find out whether your time non-EU students are allowed to work 20 hours per week The Global Room staff and the peer mentors qualification leads you directly into a Trinity Career Guidance for during term time and 40 hours per week outside term. from Student-2-Student run this program for course. International Students all students who are new to Dublin, whether Career Guidance is available for students . you are from outside Dublin or outside Ireland. looking to gain work experience while studying The groups meet in the Global Room every in Trinity, as well as for students looking to Monday evening for the first five weeks of term translate their experience in Trinity to a career Alec Bickerstaff, and cover everything from Dublin grocery back home or internationally. Connecticut, USA shopping and public transport to making History and Political Science student friends and adjusting to Dublin culture. The University is committed to your success, I hadn’t really considered studying and the Careers Advisory Service is on hand outside of the US, but was really English for Academic Purposes to support you in developing your career impressed by my first contact with Trinity offers both pre-sessional and in- skills. The service provides career guidance, Trinity at a talk at school. I also sessional English language programs for advice and feedback on job applications, and met with the Head of Admissions incoming and current students who are interview preparation, as well as advertising at Trinity’s Open Day held in the non-native speakers of English. Please vacancies and organizing employer events on US. The individual contact, support note places are limited. Find out more at: campus throughout the academic year. and attention from Trinity staff has www.tcd.ie/slscs/english www.tcd.ie/careers/students been second to none. In order to encourage talented, skilled All my professors are truly excellent. graduates to pursue careers in Ireland, upon I’ve been surprised at how available successful completion of an undergraduate they have been. They also teach or postgraduate program at Trinity, tutorials, which is amazing. I’m undergraduate students have the possibility living in Trinity Hall campus to stay in Ireland to work for one year on the accommodation, which is great. Third Level Graduate Scheme, while eligible There are plenty of US students postgraduate students can stay for up to around, but I’m so happy to be two years. This allows students to gain work sharing with other Irish students, experience opportunities in Ireland in a wide as it gives me the opportunity range of industries and organizations. During to integrate and experience Irish the 12/24 month period students are able to culture at another level. work full time in Ireland. Students may also have the option of remaining in Ireland for a longer period if they are able to secure employment that meets the criteria for a Work Permit. In addition, the US- Ireland Working Holiday Agreement provides a separate one-year work permit for US students who can apply for this within 12 months of graduating. For further information see:

www.dfa.ie/travel/visas/visas-for-ireland

33 34 Your Support Network Disability Service The Disability Service aims to develop clear and effective support systems at all stages in the student journey, from entering university, to graduation, to employment. Students with a disability are encouraged to register with the Disability Service at Trinity to seek supports where the disability could affect their ability to participate fully in all aspects of their life in college. Here are a few, but not all, of the supports and services available to Matthew Moore students with disabilities: Law and Business ▶▶ A tailored pre-university orientation There are three things that are apparent Program for entrants and parents to me from the fantastic years that I have spent at Trinity: Firstly, the atmosphere ▶▶ A Disability Officer who will assess your is very friendly and welcoming; secondly, needs and work with you during your student journey there is a huge amount of support for students and many aimed specifically at ▶▶ The use of assisted technologies to assist mature students; and lastly, and in many in your learning ways most importantly, there are a huge ▶▶ Occupational Therapy support, which range of extracurricular activities. provides confidential, practical support for students who may be experiencing mental health difficulties and/or physical and sensory difficulties. For more information on the Disability Service and supports available. Find out more at: www.tcd.ie/disability

Trinity is an exciting place, full of Students’ Union Supports opportunities to learn, make friends, and As a Trinity student the Students’ Union is experience new things. While Trinity delivers Academic Registry Health Service your union, run for students by students. It Student Counselling Service Chaplaincy world class courses, it is not just about your The Health Service provides primary care represents you, looks after your needs, and Our goal is to help you succeed at Trinity. The chaplains ensure hospitality to all academic development: we also want Trinity The Academic Registry provides key medical services for students. fights for your student rights. Students can We provide a range of free, confidential and students, irrespective of religious affiliation. to be a place where you can develop socially, administrative services to undergraduate get involved with the Students’ Union (SU) professional services to all registered Trinity The chaplains also gather students and staff ▶▶ Student consultations are free of charge morally, culturally and personally. There is and postgraduate students in the following right from the moment they arrive in Trinity students: with modest fees for additional services for prayer and worship, both ecumenically areas: always someone to listen and help. We want whether that’s becoming a Class Rep, getting ▶▶ Short-term counselling for personal issues, and according to their respective traditions, ▶▶ There are specialized clinics in to make sure that Trinity is a place where you involved with SU Council or even running to including a daily emergency session and and organise various spiritual seminars and ▶▶ Applications and Admissions physiotherapy, psychiatry, travel health, are given the best chance to reach your goals. become a sabbatical officer. Find out more at: lunchtime drop-in consultations religious retreats. ▶▶ Student Finance sexual health, smoking cessation and www.tcdsu.org minor surgery ▶▶ Supportive groups to help you cope: Find out more at: www.tcd.ie/chaplaincy Personal Tutor ▶▶ Annual Student Registration including mindfulness, improving mood, In your first week in Trinity you will be ▶▶ It also focuses on the psychological and Laura Beston managing anxiety, and bereavement assigned a personal tutor (a member of our ▶▶ Erasmus and Study Abroad occupational aspects of student health ▶▶ Well-being workshops e.g. self-esteem, academic staff). Your personal tutor will then and health education. Students’ Union President 2019/20 ▶▶ Conduct of Examinations and assertiveness, relaxation, and managing be available throughout your time in Trinity Health Care Provision in Ireland The SU works for you. We strive to Progression stress to offer help and advice on topics such as All EU students from outside the Republic ensure that all students are able changing course, deferring exams, appeals ▶▶ Research Degrees Examination of Ireland pursuing a full degree Program to reach their potential and make ▶▶ Information on keeping mentally healthy of progression decisions, taking a year out, the most out of their time in Trinity. and overcoming challenging times ▶▶ Graduation Award Ceremonies should contact the Health Service Executive financial difficulties as well as family and for advice regarding healthcare provision at: From running campaigns on the ▶▶ An after-hours Niteline telephone service personal problems. Find out more at: ▶▶ Student Transcripts www.hse.ie ground and nationally to helping run by students for students. Freephone: 1 www.tcd.ie/seniortutor you with day to day problems that ▶▶ Student Record Management ▶▶ All EU students should bring with them 800 793 793, 7 nights per week during term- a European Health Insurance Card you face we do all that we can time, 9pm – 2.30am. Student Mentors From your initial enquiry to Trinity through to make sure that you are at the issued in their country of origin. This Find out more at: to your graduation ceremony, the Academic foreground of your own education. You’ll meet your Student 2 Student (S2S) will entitle them to free prescriptions www.tcd.ie/student_counselling mentors during Freshers’ Week and they Registry Team will be available to address ▶▶ Non-EU students are not entitled to free will make sure that you know other people your queries which can be logged through national health services in Ireland and in your course before your classes even start. the ASK AR button via the home page of Day Nursery are obliged to take out insurance cover They will also show you around the campus my.tcd.ie or calling on +353 (01) 896 4500. If Trinity’s Day Nursery takes care of children for hospitalisation before leaving their and will keep in regular touch, inviting you you are not a current applicant you can also from 3 months to 4.5 years of age. The Day home country. In order to register with to events on and off campus. S2S also offers email us at [email protected] Nursery is open for 51 weeks of the year the Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Peer Supporters, students available for one-to- from 8am – 6pm during term time and 8am Service, as all non-EU students are one conversations on request. They’re highly www.tcd.ie/academicregistry – 5:30pm outside of term time. The nursery required to do, you must show proof trained, confidential and very approachable. is approved for the CCS, ECCE and CETS of health insurance to cover any major All S2S volunteers are students, just like you, schemes. The nursery offers very competitive medical care necessary during your so you never have to worry about asking rates and more information can be found at: stay. Please see www.tcd.ie/students/ them a question or talking to them about www.tcd.ie/about/services/daynursery orientation/add-int for further details. anything that’s worrying you. Find out more at: student2student.tcd.ie 36 35 Career Opportunities Your Learning Supports Your Career Journey

During your time as a Trinity student, you can come and meet with us in the Trinity Careers Service to Supporting your Transition A World-Class Library Optional Language Courses discuss how you can start preparing for your future career. from High School The Library will be at the centre of where you Optional language learning offers Trinity Learning at university is different to high study and learn; the Library of Trinity College students the chance to study a language school and it can be a challenge to manage Dublin is the largest research library in Ireland. alongside your course at no extra cost. First Year ▶▶ SecondSecond YearYear Starting with welcome tours during Freshers’ Language learning allows you to expand your own time, meet deadlines, submit ▶▶ Register with MyCareer to keep up-to-date ▶▶ Visit our website to see how we can help Week, Library staff are available to help you your options for studying abroad during assignments, understand the material and with careers events and job vacancies you find work and make job applications throughout your time at Trinity. You will have your degree, gives you a competitive edge motivate yourself to study. This can happen a dedicated subject Librarian to help you in graduate employment and enhances ▶▶ Visit our website to find out how we can ▶▶ Tailor your CV and apply for work to all students, no matter where you come find, evaluate and cite information for your your future mobility and your intercultural support you, see www.tcd.ie/careers experience and summer internship from or what your background. But no need to research. There’s free student wifi and in excess opportunities awareness. ▶▶ Join clubs and societies and of 400,000 e-books as well as millions of online worry. Student Learning Development (SLD) get volunteering, see ▶▶ Consider applying for the Trinity journal articles and 6.5 million books. Trinity As well as learning a language, you will gain can help you study effectively and be successful www.studentvolunteer.ie Employability Award, the Laidlaw also houses the Book of Kells, a beautiful Celtic key competencies such as communication, with our range of services including face-to-face Undergraduate Research and Leadership manuscript known worldwide. Admission teamwork and collaboration, interpersonal ▶▶ Create your new 3rd level CV so you are and online workshops, individual consultations Programand other bursaries is free for Trinity students. Find out more at: skills and confidence in giving ready to apply for exciting opportunities and our Blackboard online module – Academic ▶▶ Build on your experiences and try new www.tcd.ie/library presentations. ▶▶ Apply for work experience – the best way Skills for Successful Learning. Find out more at: things that challenge you to figure out what you want to do. The following languages are available: Irish, student-learning.tcd.ie IT Services ▶▶ Use LinkedIn and Trinity Alumni Online French, Spanish, German, Croatian, Korean, Mentoring to be inspired by the success Further great learning supports are available As a student at Trinity, you’ll receive an Japanese and Mandarin. @tcd.ie email address. The student email of Trinity graduates. from the Maths Help Room and the service is a lot like Gmail as it is provided For some languages, the minimum entry Programming Centre (www.scss.tcd.ie/psc) by Google. You’ll also get a username and requirement is a Leaving Certificate (or password which give you access to a wide equivalent) qualification. Other language ▶Third▶ Third Year Year ▶Final▶ Fourth Year Year and Postgraduate range of IT services, including access to modules are open to complete beginners. ▶▶ Use our online careers tools to help you ▶▶ Meet with your Careers Consultant to Trinity wifi for you to connect your computer, These modules are designed for students find out more about yourself to inform discuss your career strategy for the year tablet or phone to the internet. Computer who are not taking a language as part of your career choice ahead rooms are located across campus, with their degree Program. both PC and Mac computers, and some of ▶▶ Meet your Careers Consultant to discuss ▶▶ Attend Careers Fairs and events that these rooms have 24-hour access using your your strengths and explore your options interest you English Language support is available Student ID card. Printing services, including for Trinity students for whom English is ▶▶ Reflect on what you enjoy and organise ▶▶ Know your deadlines for applications photocopying and scanning, are available in new experiences for the summer computer rooms and in libraries. a second language (www.tcd.ie/slscs/ ▶▶ Engage with mentors and fine-tune your english). ▶▶ Consider taking on a leadership role e.g. CV and LinkedIn profile officer in a society or class representative TrinityLive is our new app for students, ▶▶ Continue to be curious, talk to everyone providing a simple way to access your ▶▶ Attend Trinity mentoring events to meet you can and think big! timetable, find campus locations, view exam with and talk to experienced graduates results and much more. Visit trinitylive.tcd.ie to download the app. ▶▶ Find out what you need to know to prepare and plan for your final year. Find out more at: www.tcd.ie/itservices Our Employability and Employment Guide sets out how Trinity supports your development and prepares you for your career ahead. Find out more at: www.tcd.ie/careers

Where Trinity graduates work

Trinity College Dublin, the University of Dublin is ranked No. 1 in Ireland in the ‘Global University Employability Ranking’ which ranks the world’s top 250 universities in terms of graduate employability.

Source: Times Higher Education Global University Employability Ranking 2018

37 38 Innovation and Entrepreneurship Opportunities Abroad

Tangent, Trinity’s Idea’s Tangent Pioneers, International Molly Kenny, Clonmel, Co. Tipperary Workspace Accelerator Program B.A.I. Mechanical and Structural Trinity is committed to empowering our Tangent Pioneers is a program that started Engineering graduate students, enabling them to set up their own in 2018 which takes our best startups to companies, realise their potential inside and an international environment, offering the I’m about to start my first graduate outside of the lecture theater, and become valuable opportunity to learn how to operate job as an engineer in Chicago. My entrepreneurially-minded graduates. in a different, more competitive market. For internship in Germany in second one week, Tangent startups network, learn, year definitely helped me prepare As a European leader in student pivot, pitch and grow in a new market with new for an international career. entrepreneurship, Trinity has established challenges and opportunities. Find out more Tangent, Trinity’s Ideas Workspace. This about our Pioneers at: www.tcd.ie/tangent world-class facility, co-located within an expanded Trinity Business School, offers Trinity is committed to educating globally Our students on non-EU exchanges are students, staff, and the wider innovation The Provost’s Innovation aware and engaged citizens and as such, able to take advantage of our International ecosystem a place to come together to Challenge at Tangent Trinity students are strongly encouraged Welcome Program. The International collaborate, build and innovate. The Provost’s Innovation Challenge at to explore opportunities to study, work, or Welcome Program connects Trinity students Tangent supports our students to engage volunteer abroad. Gaining international on exchange abroad with alumni volunteers LaunchBox, Tangent’s with pressing issues facing the world and experience gives our students the opportunity in the local region. More than 140,000 Trinity to experience new ways of learning, to learn alumni are based across 158 countries Student Accelerator to explore turning their ideas into impactful, real-world ventures. It is also a competition about different cultures and demonstrate worldwide and Trinity students benefit LaunchBox, Tangent’s Student Accelerator – and an opportunity to win €10K funding your ability to work internationally after enormously from their expertise on their Did you know? was founded in 2013 and since that time has to develop your solution over the summer. graduation. study abroad destinations. It gives students seen 83 startups move through the 16-week We will be rolling out our vote for the 2020 an initial point of contact and support in their Trinity is 1st in Europe for summer program. LaunchBox is all about Provost’s Innovation Challenge @ Tangent Study, Work and new country to help them really enjoy and taking the first strides towards making your make the most of their time overseas! Read during Michaelmas term next year. Our Volunteer Abroad producing entrepreneurs idea a reality, while having a fun, creative hackathon for the Challenge will take place about our current students’ study abroad for the 4th year in a row. learning experience. We offer €10K of funding during Reading Week in March 2020. Trinity students can study abroad as an experiences at: tcdglobal.wordpress.com/ to successful startups applying to the program integral part of their degree and Trinity has category/outbound-students so that they can make as much progress and partnership agreements with many other Pitchbook Universities Undergraduate Certificate in Report 2018-2019 impact as possible. So far, our LaunchBox world-leading universities. Summer Programs alumni startups have created over 130 jobs, Innovation and Entrepreneurship Trinity is a long-standing participant in the Many of our prestigious partner universities and raised over €9.4m in funding. Each of the This is a Level 7 (10 ECTS) course available Erasmus Program for European exchange, offer short summer programs in cities across students who have gone through the program to take on a part-time basis. It is open to and there are hundreds of options for students the world. Each year Trinity students are have had a transformational experience that second and third year students from any who wish to study in Europe. Students may offered discounted prices and a number of has stood to them in their life after university. discipline. The course aims to develop the also study overseas at partner institutions in tuition-free places with our partners: core skills of innovation and enterprise in the Find out more at: www.tcd.ie/tangent Australia, Canada, China, Hong Kong, India, Trinity undergraduate student population. It is www.tcd.ie/study/other-courses/ Japan, Latin America, South Korea, Russia, practically oriented with a specific emphasis summer-schools Singapore, the United States, and New Zealand. on experiential learning and project work. Graduates of this course will gain a qualification Short-term Study Abroad: in addition to their undergraduate degree. Module Elective Find out more at: www.tcd.ie/tangent/ Some courses also have shorter-term education/undergraduate international field trips available as elective modules. Final year students in our School of Natural Science can take a module in Tropical Ecology and Conservation. This involves an 11-day residential field course in East Africa at the Great Rift Valley.

Watch some of our students talking about their fantastic experiences: Did you know? www.youtube.com/watch?v=_K-79c84Cf4 Employability Trinity has assisted Employability Working Abroad 83 student companies in Trinity’s Careers Service works with employers the past 5 years, raising across the world to offer international work experience and job opportunities to €9.4m in investment. Trinity students and graduates. Gaining international experience enhances a student’s employability, helps them to develop new skills and to gain a better understanding of working in an international environment. They are able to articulate the benefits they gained during their time abroad, such as improving their language skills and getting intercultural experience, making them well- 39 prepared for the international jobs market. 40 Come Visit Us At Trinity! The best way to explore Trinity’s unique lively, traditional, urban experience is to pay us a visit. To sign up for a tour, please visit: www.tcd.ie/study/international/visit If you are planning to apply, come visit!

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