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What's important?All of it! But you should read the ‘What Next’ section immediatelyto ensure that you don't miss out on anything important you needto do.

International StudentsPlease visit www.ucd.ie/international for more detailed informationabout orientation events specifically designed for you.

Parents/Guardian bringing you to Orientation?Please note that there will be a parents' crèche in the StudentCentre where they can wait for you in comfort.

The Academic YearThe academic year is broken down into two semesters –September to December, and January to May. Each semester isgenerally composed of 15 weeks: 12 weeks teaching and learning,one week revision and two weeks of assessments.

Semester 1 Academic Year 2009/2010

First Year Registration Mon 31 Aug – Fri 4 Sept Varies depending and Orientation on course

Teaching term Mon 7 Sept – Fri 27 Nov 12 weeks

Revision Mon 30 Nov – Sun 6 Dec 1 week

Exams Mon 7 Dec – Fri 18 Dec 11 working days

Semester 2 Academic Year 2009/2010

Teaching term Mon 18 Jan – Fri 5 Mar 7 weeks

Fieldwork/Study period Mon 8 Mar– Sun 21 Mar 2 weeks

Teaching term Mon 22 Mar – Fri 23 Apr 5 weeks

Revision Mon 26 Apr – Sun 2 May 1 week

Exams Tues 4 May – Sat 15 May 11 working days

Every effort is made to ensure that information given in this booklet is accurate at thetime of going to press. The University is not bound by any error in, or omission from,this publication and reserves the right to amend regulations at any future date.August 2009

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Welcome to UCD 1

First things first – accept your place 4

Register online with UCD 4

Pick your modules as part of online registration 5

Find a place to live 6

Attend first year orientation (NB Compulsory) 7

Pick up your student card 8

Attend IT Induction Course 8

Finalise your module choice and print your timetable 8

You're ready to go – start attending your lectures 8

Things to do at the start of term 9

If you decide not to come to UCD 10

What happens in Orientation Week? 12

Contents

Who does what? 14

What next? 4

Welcome and congratulations 3

Orientation Week 12

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2 Welcome to UCD

Student Life A-Z 26

Guide to Online Registration 46

Getting to UCD 58

UCD Horizons 16

Academic Regulations 25

Academic Information 16

Getting started 46

Step 1: Personal Information 48

Step 2: Module Registration 49

Assisted Registration Lab 54

Fees information 54

Finding your way around campus 61

All first year students must attend First Year Orientation

from 31 August to 4 September. For more information and your specifictimetable please log on towww.ucd.ie/incomingstudents and see page 12 of this booklet.


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Welcome and congratulations

Welcome to University College Dublin and congratulations on beginningyour adventure in learning. We are delighted to have offered you a place in UCD.Your student years are a time for intellectual growth and challenge, for forming new and often lifelong friendships, for self-discovery and personal development,and for much enjoyment.

UCD is a dynamic, modern university which also has a long history, with its roots in the Catholic University founded by Cardinal Newman over 150 years ago. It is the largest and most diverse university in Ireland, and therefore has a greatdeal to offer you as a student. The modular structure of our programmes gives you more flexibility to pursue areas of interest alongside the core modules thatform your degree programme.

UCD has plenty of supports to help you along the way, including excellent student health, welfare and counselling services. In addition, the Students’ Unionoffers a wide variety of valuable services and support. Each programme also has a designated Student Adviser, who can help with any personal difficulties. If youencounter any problems during your time at UCD, make sure to avail of their help.

University life isn't just about the academic side. We have superb sport andrecreation facilities which, together with student societies and clubs, form a veryimportant part of the University experience. There are plenty of opportunities tohave fun in a variety of ways. Many students get involved in raising money forcharity or volunteer to spend a month in the developing world during the summer.You can get involved with social events from the very start, during orientation week.

Please ensure that you check your UCD Connect email address regularly, as wewill be using this email address to communicate with you.

We hope that you enjoy your time in UCD, and we wish you every success in your studies.

With best wishes,

Dr Philip Nolan, Registrar and Dr Martin Butler, Vice-President Vice-President for Academic Affairs for Students


1. First things first – accept your place

We hope you will decide to accept the place that has been offered to

you in UCD. The sooner you do this, the sooner you can register and

apply for accommodation. Check your CAO offer notice carefully and

follow the instructions to accept your place online before the reply date.

2. Register online with UCD

Go to www.ucd.ie and use your log-in (CAO number) and password (date

of birth ddmmyy) to access UCD Connect. We advise you to change your

password immediately using

the Password Change Tool

in the IT Services tab in

UCD Connect. Click on the

My Records tab and then

choose the Student

Information System (SIS)

link. You can register online

from here. Start by filling in your personal details.

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What next?

There are quite a few important thingsyou need to do in the next few weeks –this section gives you a checklist of theessentials.

UCD Connect provides you with arange of services including email

and a personal calendar together with access toyour files, software applications, the BlackboardeLearning environment and Library resources.You can access these online services anytimethrough UCD Connect, whether you are oncampus, at home or away.


3. Pick your modules as part of online registration

UCD Horizons operates on a module based system (see page 16 for

further detail). Module registration opens on 27 August 2009. The

modules which are core to your programme (if any) will already have

been assigned to you. You can choose other modules if you’re sure

about them already. Full

information on all programmes

is available on the Student

Information System (SIS).

If you do not have internet

access at home, try your local library or internet café. See

www.ucd.ie/students/course_search.htm for an online directory of first

year modules. It is advised that you check your eligibility for your chosen

module as you register. You do not want to waste time attending a

module that you are not eligible for, and if you do not check your

eligibility at the start of the year then you may be left with very little

time to change your module.

If you need any assistance on anything registration-related you can

visit the Incoming Students website at www.ucd.ie/incomingstudents.

If you need further help with registration, there will be plenty

available at the beginning of the year. Assistance will be available

in specific locations, which will be publicised around the campus

during Orientation week – so be sure to keep an eye out if you would

like any help.

In order to be a fully registered student you must pay your fees.

You can pay your fees online (using either debit or credit card) by logging

on to your UCD Connect account and clicking Pay Fees. Online is the

speediest option but, if you would prefer to have a UCD Fee Payment

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All modules have a limited number of places, therefore it is

important that you select your modules as early as possible.


Form/Giro posted to you, you can request this online. You can use this giro

to pay your fees in any bank in the Republic of Ireland. If you have any

queries please email [email protected] or call in to the Student Desk in

the Tierney Building.

For a step-by-step guide to the online registration system, please see

page 46.

You must have registered online before you can get your student card

but you will have until Friday, 18 September 2009 to change your mind

about your modules for the first semester. For your choice of Semester 2

elective modules, you will have an opportunity towards the end of the first

semester and the first two weeks at the start of the second semester to

change your mind online, if you wish.

4. Find a place to live

On-campus accommodation

UCD’s on-campus accommodation offers a number of options to

students on both the Belfield and Blackrock campuses. Comprising of

accommodation for almost 2,500 students, the residences vary from

traditional Halls of Residence style accommodation, with shared kitchen

and dining facilities, to self-catering apartments for up to six students.

All residents can take advantage of the Meal Deal, which is very good

value. See www.ucd.ie/residences/studentpages/mealdeal for more

details.

Accommodation is allocated in accordance with the allocation policy,

available online at www.ucd.ie/residences. Accommodation is assigned in

advance of the beginning of the academic year, although vacancies

occasionally occur during the academic year.

For further information, including online booking, please refer to the

residences website.

Full details and further information can be found by contacting us

• Phone: 01 716 1031

• Web: www.ucd.ie/residences

• Email: [email protected] or [email protected]

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Off-campus accommodationYou may prefer the option of lodging with a family. The Accommodation

Office holds a list of families who offer bed, breakfast and evening

meal for either five or seven days per week. Other students prefer to

rent or share an apartment or a house which can also be found on the

listing.

To search this list, go to findahome.ie. Under the heading Colleges,

choose Dublin and then UCD. When asked for the log-in password, type

'belfield' and submit. You will now be able to search the listings.

The Students' Union (ucdsu.ie) also supplies lists of accommodation in

the area. Other websites such as daft.ie, while not specifically for

students, can be useful in finding accommodation.

5. Attend first year orientation (Compulsory!)First year orientation will take place from 31 August to 4 September

2009. It is very important that you attend orientation week as there

will be a series of events to prepare you for university life. Some of the

many important events include:

• Student Card Collection

• Academic Advisory meeting

• UCD Presidents Welcome Ceremony

• Library tours

• IT induction courses

There are also many social events, some related to the course you are

beginning and other events open to all students such as the Orientation

BBQ and the Fresher’s Ball. This will give you a great opportunity to meet

many new friends so it is well worth attending.

Your specific timetable along with the list of social events taking place

each day can be found on our website at www.ucd.ie/incomingstudents.

Download or print your orientation timetable for the week by selecting

your programme.

If you have received a late

offer and have already missed

these events, please do not

worry. Contact the student adviser for your programme

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Attendance at academic advisory meetings is compulsory.


www.ucd.ie/advisers/ as soon as possible. S/he will be able to assist you

with the material you have missed.

6. Pick up your student cardStudent cards will be available during Orientation Week. Your online

Registration Summary page will tell you exactly where and when to get

your card. You will need your student card to enter and leave the library

and to access the student bar, among other things and you should have it

with you at all times as a form of ID. Your student card is the property of

UCD and it must be produced on demand to any member of staff where

such a member requires proof of identity.

To collect your student card you must have registered online first and on

arrival at the student card collection point you must have your passport or

birth certificate with you as a proof of ID as these are the only two

documents that will be accepted as a form of identification.

When collecting your student card be sure to pick up your welcome

pack, including your UCD Student Guide and Diary for the year.

7. Attend IT Induction CourseIT Induction Courses are run all day from 10.00am-5.00pm in the

Daedalus Building on Belfield campus from 31 August-4 September. These

courses are the best way to learn quickly how to use the University's IT

systems, which are very different from your home computer. Once you

finish the quick tutorial, you will receive a free 4 GB disk key – enough

space to hold all your essays and much more!

8. Finalise your module choice and print your timetable After you have attended your academic advisory meeting you may want to

review your module choices. When you are happy with your choice, print

off your timetable so that you'll know where to go on 7 September.

9. You're ready to go – start attending your lecturesLectures start on the hour and finish about 10 minutes before the hour to

allow students time to get their next lecture. Most lecturers distribute

reading lists at the first lectures, so it is particularly important not to miss

any of the early lectures.

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You will also have to attend tutorials and, in some cases, practicals.

These are explained in more detail in the academic information section.

10. Things to do at the start of term

Lockers

Locker services are available in most academic buildings in UCD.

Contact the main service desks in each building for more information.

Supply of lockers is often limited so check early to avoid disappointment.

This should be on your ‘to do’ list for Orientation Week, especially if

you are not living on campus and need somewhere to keep your books.

Reading lists

At the start of each module your lecturer will give out a reading list or

post it on Blackboard (an e-learning tool). You are not expected to buy all

these books – they should all be available in the library. In some cases

there may be a core book which you will be recommended to buy.

Medicine, Physiotherapy and Radiography students

Don’t forget to return the medical and Garda vetting forms which are

enclosed with this booklet.

Nursing and Midwifery Students

A member of the School of Nursing Midwifery and Health Systems will

personally contact you by phone and advise you of specific nursing/

midwifery registration processes. Health screening forms, Garda enquiry

forms and others will be forwarded to you at a later date.

Musical? Audition for Music Scholarships

If you are a talented singer or musician you may want to audition for the

Choral Scholarships or UCD Symphony Orchestra Scholarships. Auditions

take place in the first two weeks of term so visit www.ucd.ie/scholarships

to find out what you need to do.

Check out Clubs and Societies

Clubs and societies are an exciting feature of life at UCD. There are more

than a hundred of them, covering everything from debating and creative

writing to juggling and dancing, and everything in between. Don’t miss

out on the opportunity to get involved during Freshers’ Week and join as

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many societies as you can, for no more than e2 for membership! There is

something for everyone with the societies.

Apply for a HSE Medical Card

A Medical Card issued by the Health Service Executive (HSE) entitles the

holder to receive certain health services free of charge. If you do not

qualify for a Medical Card you may qualify for a GP Visit Card, which is

means tested but the income limits are higher than a Medical Card. Unless

you qualify for a Medical Card or a GP Visit Card, visits to a GP are charged

for. For application procedure, see details under Health Centre in A-Z.

If you decide not to come to UCDWe really hope you'll decide to accept your place but if, for whatever

reason, you can't, the following might be helpful:

Deferral

If you have decided that you would like to take a year out before starting

at university, you may want to defer your place. If this is the case, DO

NOT accept your offer of a place through the CAO.

Instead, write a letter immediately to UCD Registry – Admissions, UCD,

Belfield, Dublin 4 (or email [email protected]) giving the following

information:

• Your name, address and contact telephone number

• CAO number

• Course offered

• Reason for wishing to defer.

The letter should normally arrive in Admissions at least two days before

the reply date on the offer notice.

If the deferral is granted, the next year you must apply again via CAO,

placing the deferred course as the only preference on your CAO form, and

advise the Admissions Office of your new application number. You will then

receive an offer in early July 2010.

Cancelling

If you accept your place and then change your mind, please email

[email protected] to let us know. Make sure to quote your application

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number and the name of the course you are cancelling. It is really

important that you let us know so that we can offer the place to somebody

else. However, you don't need to do this if you are accepting another place

via CAO.

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What happens inOrientation Week?

Orientation week is about finding your way around

UCD and settling into academic life. But, just as

important, it is a great week to get involved. Below

are some of the many social events which will be

taking place to help you settle into college.

To see a full list of what's going on, please log onto the orientation webpage

www.ucd.ie/incomingstudents (where you will also find details of the events

specific to your programme) or ask an orientation guide. All new first years are

invited to a President's Welcome – you'll also find details of your specific

invitation on the above website.

Monday, 31 August6.30pm Film Showing, Theatre P, Newman Building.

9.00pm Overdue play the UCD Student Club.

Tuesday, 1 September 7.00pm UCD Volunteers Charity Overseas Table Quiz,

UCD Student Club.

10.00pm Trad Social Ceili UCD Student Club

Wednesday, 2 September 1.00pm LAW Society Comedy Debate venue to be announced.

6.30pm Orientation BBQ and DJ, Centre Club. This is the highlight of Orientation week and is guaranteed to be a great start to your social activities here in UCD. The Ents DJs will provide the music while you sit back and relax and make new friends. Entry e5.

10.00pm Popular band VIC plays in the UCD Student Club.


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Thursday, 3 September 4.00pm Get to know your Chaplain, a reception in St Stephens

Chaplaincy, located across from the number 10 bus stop

7.00pm UCD Volunteers Overseas Charity Table Quiz, Student ClubIf you don’t have a team don’t worry. Teams will be put together on the night.

10.00pm Comedy Night with Jarlath Regan in the Student ClubJarlath Regan is the new face of RTE’s most popular comedy show The Panel and the fastest rising star of Irish comedy.

Friday, 4 September 1.15pm All work and no plays....? Not here! Come join Dramsoc for a

once off performance put together just for you! Venue to be announced.

6.30pm Film Showing, Theatre P, Newman Building. 8.00pm Ents DJs, Student Club.

Daily Events

Information Talks. Each day during orientation week there will be talks ontopics such as Money Management, Grant Information, Finding Accommodationand Getting Involved. Tea and coffee will be served. For more information,refer to the orientation web page or ask an orientation guide.

1.00- 2.30pm each day. Main Restaurant/Rendezvous Space.

The Show Must Go On! UCD Dramsoc invites you to join them on a step-by-step tour through the creative process, from page to stage, in an all-accesspass behind the curtains of one of UCD's most active societies. DramsocTheatre, LG1, Newman Building. Daily from 10.00am-4.00pm.

The UCD Community Musical will be performing some numbers fromprevious productions such as West Side Story and Guys and Dolls duringorientation week so keep an eye out for them on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.


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Who does what?

Programme OfficesProgramme Offices are the first point of contact for students seeking

academic advice. They are here to help you with any concern or query

relating to your degree programme. Some of the key areas your programme

office can help with are:

• Programme requirements • Changing subject concentration

• Module grade queries • Progression

To find out more, please visit www.ucd.ie/programmeoffices.htm or see

contact details inside back cover.

School OfficesEach subject area belongs within a School. For example, any mathematical

modules will belong to UCD School of Mathematical Sciences. You should

approach the administrative staff within the School office if you have

difficulties which are specific to those modules: www.ucd.ie/colleges.htm

Services DesksThere is a Services Desk in each of the main buildings which is manned

during the hours that the building is open. Services staff can help with

general inquiries such as:

Entering university can be daunting atfirst, but UCD has lots of people availableto help you with your various queries.


• Security issues • Directions

• Lockers • Lost property.

Student DeskThe Student Desk is the university’s point of contact for most of the

administrative services you will require during your time in UCD.

The Student Desk is located on the ground floor of the Tierney Building.

It is open Monday to Friday, 9.30am–5.00pm. During term, the Desk is

open until 6.30pm on Tuesday and Wednesday. You can contact the

Student Desk on 01 716 1555, or by emailing [email protected]

The mission of the Student Desk is to provide a seamless service to

students. Certificates of attendance, transcripts of academic records,

replacement of student cards, assistance with module registration, re-

enabling of student SIS web access, grant cheque collection, are some

of the services provided by the Student Desk Team. Please visit

www.ucd.ie/studentdesk for a full list of what we can help with.

Student AdvisersStudent Advisers provide support for all students but particularly first

years. They are here to help you make your time at UCD as fulfilling and

enjoyable as possible. You can call to see them in relation to personal,

social or practical issues. From simple requests for information to more

confidential and serious matters student advisers will give you the time

and space to talk things through.

If you have any concerns please remember that the Student Advisers

are there for you. Please see www.ucd.ie/advisers/ for details of who the

adviser for your area is.

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How does the modular system work?The academic year is divided into two semesters; September-December

and January-May. Generally, each full-time student takes 12 modules each

year, over the two semesters. For most programmes, 10 of the 12

modules will be in your core area of study; some may be compulsory,

while others will be what are called ‘options’, where you choose modules

that interest you from a list of modules in the subject.

In addition, you usually have a choice of two ‘elective’ modules (subject

to module entry requirements, timetable and availability of places), which

can either be taken from within your main subject area to deepen your

learning (in-programme electives), or from outside it (general electives)

to broaden your learning. The choice is yours.

Here's some of the Horizons terminology:

Modules and CreditsA self-contained unit of teaching and learning, which is studied over a

semester. Each module has a credit value. A 5 credit module will require

100 to 125 hours of work. This includes lectures/seminars, self directed

study and assessment.

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Academic Information

UCD Horizons is the name given to the structure fortaught degrees at UCD. The UCD Horizons pro grammeis modular and based on credits. This is much moreflexible than traditional degree structures and allowsyou to individualise your studies.


Subject Credit BlockA block of modules taken in a subject area or field of study. For example,

Stage 1 Arts students may take subject blocks across the Arts and Human

Sciences spectrum.

Degree ProgrammeThis is the general area of study, leading to the award of a specific degree,

such as a Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Engineering (BE).

LevelThe level of a module is an indication of the level of difficulty of the

learning outcomes and the material that will be encountered, and broadly

indicates the stage in your academic career when you are likely to attempt

the module. Levels range from 0-5 with 0 being the most basic level.

Generally levels 1-3 are taken by undergraduate students.

Majors and MinorsThese terms refer to the proportion of credit allocated to each subject you

study as part of your degree. Some degrees, such as the BA, can be

configured into different combinations. For example, depending on the

degree, you may choose to configure your degree as a ‘joint major’ –

where you study two subjects of equal credit value (normally 25 credits

each per year). Alternatively, you may choose a major/minor combination,

where the major element attracts more credits than the minor (normally a

30/20 credit split per year).

ModuleA learning unit, which is normally studied over a semester. Each module

has a credit value. A five-credit module will require 100 to 125 hours of

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work. This includes lectures/seminars, course work, self-study and

assessment.

• Core modules are those modules which you must take in

order to complete your degree programme. In most cases, you

will have been pre-registered to these modules already.

• Option modules only arise in cases where you have some

choice within your degree programme. For example, Omnibus

Engineering students must choose at least one from a list of

three option modules.

• Electives are modules which you are free to choose in any

subject area to suit your own interests, subject to eligibility,

availability of places and timetable constraints.

In-Programme Electives are intended to deepen your knowledge

by focusing on modules within your core degree area. We have

suggested a number of In-Programme Electives that will fit into

your timetable. All In-Programme Electives places are on a first

come, first served basis. This means that in most cases,

registration to these modules can be confirmed immediately.

You can search for In-Programme Electives by selecting the In-

Programme Elective option on the Electives page of your online

registration.

General Electives are intended to broaden your knowledge by

taking modules outside your chosen subject area. When you

are choosing your Electives, you should check the online module

description pages carefully. Some modules start from scratch,

others may require some prior knowledge; this may be a specific

grade required at Leaving Certificate level or completion of

another module. Some modules require you to take a co-requisite

– a module you must take at the same time. You may also find

that two modules are incompatible as they have similar

content, and you can not get credit for taking both of them.

For more detailed information on electives, dates and how to

register for them please visit: www.ucd.ie/students/registration

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Stage Modular programmes work on the principle of building up credits, and you

will progress through your programme in stages as you accumulate these

credits. Each stage normally represents 60 credits. A full-time student

will normally complete a 60-credit stage in one academic year. A degree

programme will normally be three to four stages, although some degree

programmes, for example Veterinary Medicine, Medicine and Architecture,

have more stages. Some programmes will have longer stages for example

the BA Stage 1 has 60 credits, taken over one academic year, but Stage 2

has 120 credits taken over two academic years.

Grade Point Each grade has a number associated with it, called a grade point. This is

used to combine grades in all your modules, and calculate an average

score.

Grade Point AverageWhen you have completed all the modules of a Stage, all your grade

points are averaged to get a Grade Point Average, or GPA, for that

Stage.

Progression Normally, you should aim to complete each Stage before moving on to

the next, but you may be allowed to progress to Stage Two if you have

earned at least 50 credits in Stage One. However, you might find that

you were not eligible to take some of the Core modules of Stage Two,

because you had not passed a pre-requisite module in Stage One.

Full details of all the regulations are available at: www.ucd.ie/registry/

academicsecretariat/pol.htm

Stepping up from Second LevelPossibly the most challenging part of adjusting to University life is taking

control of your learning. To make the most of your time at university you

will have to learn how to manage your time, without necessarily having a

teacher continually making sure that you are keeping up with your course.

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You may be required to do quite a bit of research and reading outside the

lecture hall or seminar room. University courses move quickly, so stay on

top of your assignments and show up prepared. This work has been

factored into the number of hours required of you.

What are the different sessions on my timetable?

LectureThese are formal presentations on a particular aspect of your course and

are designed to stimulate your thinking and reading. The focus is on

providing you with an overview of a topic, which you will then be expected

to research in more depth using UCD libraries, the internet and other

study aids.

Seminar/TutorialThe groups are smaller and the lecturer will encourage in-depth debate

amongst students. These are also a good place for getting answers to any

questions that you wish to ask.

Laboratory Practicals and FieldworkThese are opportunities for you to do the practical work related to your

course and to put into practice the knowledge and techniques you learn in

your lectures, e.g. carrying out chemistry experiments or visiting historic

sites.

Do I have to attend everything?You are required to attend lectures, practicals and compulsory tutorials

satisfactorily. If you miss a lecture, it is your responsibility to find out what

you missed. You should try to catch up before the next lecture in the

module, so that you do not get left behind as the module advances.

If medical/personal circumstances impact on your attendance you

should contact your Programme Office, who will be able to advise you

on the appropriate course of action. If you find that you have a serious

difficulty in attending, you should contact the Programme Office or your

Student Adviser as soon as possible, so they can provide whatever help

is appropriate.

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When are my exams?In UCD we use a wide range of assessments so you will not necessarily

have an examination of the type you've been used to at school.

The aim of assessments is to verify that you have achieved the learning

outcomes of a module. There are many forms of assessment, such as a

formal written examination (usually at the end of the semester), a report

on practical work or an oral examination. The online Module Descriptor for

each module gives the details of the types of assessment used, and how

much each part of the assessment contributes to your overall grade in the

module. These module details are available through the online curriculum

browser: www.ucd.ie/students/course_search.htm

The result of the assessment of your performance in a module is given

as a grade. You can view results online through SIS Web.

If there are formal exams for your module they'll take place at the

end of the semester – please see dates of the Academic Year inside

the front cover.

Where can I get help with academic problems?

Programme OfficesProgramme Offices are the first point of contact for students seeking

academic advice. They are here to help you with any concern or query

relating to your degree programme. Some of the key areas your

programme office can help with are:

• Programme requirements • Changing subject concentration

• Module grade queries • Progression

To find out more, please visit www.ucd.ie/programmeoffices.htm or see

contact details inside back cover.

School OfficesFor queries relating to your individual subjects the School Office will be

able to offer advice and support.

MentorsFor some programmes an academic mentor is appointed for each student.

This person will meet with the student on a regular basis to discuss any

academic problems.

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Peer MentoringFor the Agriculture, Business, Human Science, Law, Medicine, Science and

Veterinary Medicine programmes a system of peer mentoring is in place.

Mentors are students who have already completed their first year of study

in a similar area and are there to help and assist on an informal basis.

All incoming Stage 1 students will be linked with a Peer Mentor who will

help you get to know the ropes and offer good advice on things such as

where to go, how to fit it all in and how and when to join clubs and

societies.

You will meet your mentor during Orientation and you can contact them

during the year and they can let you know of group meetings.

Maths Support CentreThe Mathematics Support Centre (MSC) is an extra resource for UCD

students. Here you will find a comfortable room with plenty of maths

resources and most importantly, a team of experienced tutors. For one-to-

one help with your maths, drop in to the MSC during its opening hours,

where the tutors will give you a hand.

This service is free to all students in UCD. You may come as often as

you wish. See mathsci.ucd.ie/mathsupportcentre/ucdwebpage/ for more

details

Computer Programming Support CentreThe CPSC operates on a similar basis to the MSC. It supports all students

who have academic problems with Computer Science modules. For more

information, see www.csi.ucd.ie/content/computer-programming-support-

centre.

TutorThere are tutorials associated with each module. Your tutor is a good

person to approach if you are having difficulties with any of the material in

that particular module.

LecturerYou can always approach your lecturer directly, either after a lecture

(although you may be asked to make an appointment if s/he is rushing to

another lecture) or during his/her office hours – most lecturers have office

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hours every week during term time when they are available to meet

students. You should check with your school office for details.

Students’ Union Education OfficerThe Students’ Union has a full-time Education Officer, based in the

Student Centre, to look after students in the area of education. The

Education Officer is available to deal with personal issues affecting your

education as well as university or national issues like exam regulations or

the local authority grant.

Are there online resources to help?Blackboard is UCD’s eLearning tool. Lecturers use it to

distribute notes, share course materials and post class

announcements. Students can download their notes

and course content for using later when offline. There

are many other features such as discussion forums and surveys. Students

automatically receive a username and password when they start at UCD.

ScholarshipsEvery year UCD awards a range of scholarships to students. Some are

based on academic achievement, while others acknowledge sporting and

artistic talent or are specifically used to encourage students who might not

otherwise attend university.

In addition to these scholarships, there are other undergraduate

awards, medals and prizes, which are awarded in later years on the basis

of outstanding performance and/or results in the previous year's

examinations.

Entrance Scholarships are awarded automatically to students entitled to

them; there is no need to make a separate application. Admissions, UCD

Registry will get in touch with all qualifying candidates, usually within a

week after the offer is issued.

Study Abroad

UCD offers a range of exciting opportunities to study abroad as part of

your degree programme. You may spend either a semester or a year

abroad depending on your programme of study.

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Study abroad is undoubtedly an enriching and eye-opening adventure,

where learning extends to the world beyond the classroom setting. UCD

students who have gone on exchange have described it as the best year

of their lives. You not only expand your worldview, but also learn a lot

about yourself.

See www.ucd.ie/international/exchanges_outgoing.html for more

details.

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Academic RegulationsThere are many regulations governing study at UCD which cover academic

matters such as examinations, and general areas such as, for example,

Alcohol Consumption, Library Regulations and Acceptable Usage of

Computers. These are published in more detail in your Student Diary and

Handbook. In the meantime, you may find it useful to look at

the online users guide to Academic Regulations, linked from

www.ucd.ie/registry/academicsecretariat/pol_regs.htm

DisciplineUniversity is not like school. You don't have to wear a uniform, and there

aren't people checking up on you all the time. However, as in any

community, a set of rules is essential for the protection of all members

of that community. In university you are regarded as an adult and are

responsible for familiarising yourself with these rules and regulations. The

Student Code is available at www.ucd.ie/registry/academicsecretariat/

student_code.pdf.

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Banks

AIBAIB has a branch situated in the centre of the Belfield campus, providing

student and graduate banking, including specialised loans. Banklink ATMs

are located at the following points:• At the entrance to the branch• At the entrance to the main restaurant• Beside Nine-One-One • At the rear of the Student Centre• At the AIB Clonskeagh branch• In the Centra shop, Merville Residences• Opposite the laundry room, Blackrock.

Call 01 269 4499 or visit www.aib.ie for more details.

Bank of IrelandBank of Ireland Ireland has a Student Store in the Cranford Centre

(across the flyover from the Stillorgan Road exit) with a specialised team

offering a full range of student and graduate banking facilities, including

a student current account and lending packages. The main branch is

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located beside the Montrose Hotel. Call 01 261 1320 or visit www.boi.ie

for more details.

Ulster BankUlster Bank offers a student current account with overdraft facility and

special-rate loans. Call 01 608 4000 or visit www.ulsterbank.ie for more

details.

Belfield FMUCD boasts its own student radio station, Belfield FM, which is run by the

Students’ Union and broadcasts frequently throughout the academic year.

To get involved in Belfield FM, contact [email protected]. You can tune

in to Belfield FM on 97.3fm or online at www.belfieldfm.ie

Bike ShopThe Belfield Bike Shop, situated at Belfield House (opposite the athletic

track), sells new and second-hand bicycles plus cycling accessories, and

also offers a bicycle repair service. Bicycles are also available for hire –

call 01 716 1697.

BookshopsThe Campus Bookshop, which can be found along the concourse outside

the main library building, sells a wide variety of prescribed texts (only new

books are sold). The Second-hand Bookshop, run by the Students’ Union,

is located on the ground floor of the Student Centre. Here you can buy or

sell second-hand books.

Cafés See under Restaurants and Cafés.

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Campus Television Network Campus Television Network (CTN) is UCD's own student-run TV station.

CTN is run by the students for the students, so whether you’re

interested in presenting, researching, editing, journalism, scripting,

producing or just being part of the crew, CTN are always looking

for people!

Careers ServiceThe UCD Career Development Centre offers careers advice and

information to all students, with its main focus on students in their final

stage. They can help you to make decisions about your future, find

employment or explore graduate study opportunities. For further

information, you are welcome to visit the UCD Career Development

Centre, which is located in the Library building (next to the bookshop),

or visit www.ucd.ie/careers

ChaplainsThe Chaplains participate in the normal day-to-day life of the university,

involved with student societies, overseas volunteer projects, charity

events, cultural projects and working on various committees.

They are also there to help you if you are having difficulty settling into

university life. The Chaplains are based in the different buildings

throughout the campus. For updated information on all events and

Liturgical services run by the Chaplaincy, please visit

www.ucd.ie/chaplaincy

ChildcareThe Oakmount Crèche is the newly refurbished childcare facility in UCD

that provides a childcare service for the children of students and staff. The

centre caters for about 61 children and is situated near the Clonskeagh

entrance.

Places are filled from the centre’s waiting list. Students’ children take

priority. Some students may be eligible for a crèche subsidy and can apply

for this by contacting their Student Adviser. To receive a nursery

information pamphlet, or make an appointment to have a centre tour, or

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indeed if you have any further enquiries, please contact the centre

manager, Jennifer Kinsella, at 01 269 5143.

Clubs and societiesClubs and societies are an exciting feature of life at UCD. There are more than

100, covering everything from debating and creative writing to juggling and

dancing, and everything in between. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to

get involved during Freshers’ Week and join as many societies as you can,

for no more than e2 for membership! There really is something for everyone.

Common RoomsMany of the buildings contain a Student Common Room, where students

can relax and chat with their fellow students during the day.

Computer Facilities and IT servicesAll students have access to high-speed internet, a computer and email

account, a wide range of software including academic software and anti-

spam software. Look out for Stand Up and Surf PCs (SUAS) dotted around

campus, they are Skype-enabled and give you handy access to email and

the Internet if you’re in a hurry. You will also find many laptop areas

offering easy access to the wired and wireless network. All the main campus

buildings are wireless-enabled.

Free help and advice on IT problems is offered through four IT Centres

located in the Daedalus, Newman, Health Sciences and Newstead Buildings.

Laptop loans are also available from the IT Centres. The IT Services website

will tell you all you need to know at www.ucd.ie/itservices/itsupport.

You can also contact the IT Services helpdesk with IT queries at

01 716 2700 or email [email protected]

Each student at UCD receives 1GB email storage space and 2GB

web file storage.

Students at UCD are

reminded to read and observe

the university's Acceptable

Use Policy – www.ucd.ie/

itservices/acceptable.html

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Don't forget – as a first yearundergraduate, you will get a free

4GB disk key when you complete the ITInduction Course during Orientation Week.


CounsellingThe Student Counselling Service provides a free, respectful, confidential

counselling service to students of the university. Student counselling is

based within the Student Health Service, which is located upstairs in the

Student Centre.

Disability Support ServiceUCD Disability Support Service (DSS) provides support for students with

disabilities. They support students with a variety of disabilities including

physical and sensory disabilities, learning difficulties such as dyslexia,

ADHD, Asperger's Syndrome, mental health issues and significant

ongoing medical conditions including cystic fibrosis and diabetes.

The Disability Support Service in UCD would be delighted to assist

and accommodate students with disabilities. In order to avail of disability

supports in UCD, students must register with this service. To do so,

please make an appointment. For enquiries, or more information, please

contact the Disability Support Service office on 01 716 7565, or visit

www.ucd.ie/disability. Information sessions on:

Wednesday 2 Sept 4.15-5.15pm, O’Reilly Hall

Thursday 3 Sept 4.15-5.15pm, O’Reilly Hall

Financial assistanceMany students experience financial hardship while at college. Remember

that there are some bodies that offer various means of financial assistance.

They are:

• Student Welfare Fund

• Student Assistance Fund

• Childcare Assistance.

For further information on how to apply, please contact your Student

Adviser, Chaplain or Students’ Union Welfare Officer.

Freshers’ BallThe Freshers’ Ball, run by your Students’ Union Entertainments Office, is

one of the biggest events of the college year, and is always a memorable

occasion for first years. Tickets will be on sale at the start of term from SU

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shops around campus and sell out fast so make sure you get yours quickly

to avoid disappointment.

Freshers’ WeekYou can join societies during Freshers’ Week, which takes place in the

second week of term. Each society will have a stand in the Freshers’

Pavilion, which is located beside the Student Centre for the week. You can

also join societies after Freshers’ Week, with most taking membership

anytime during the year, or more specifically during Refreshers’ Day,

which takes place at the start of Semester 2.

During Freshers’ Week, there will be a range of activities run by all the

societies, which are advertised on posters around campus. Many societies

also offer specific events for Freshers and new members, and give an

opportunity to meet up with other people who have newly joined. You

should try to join the society that represents your school or course, as

well as other societies that offer events and activities that you find

interesting. It’s important to move outside your ‘comfort zone’ a little bit,

to enjoy new opportunities. Societies are an ideal way to meet new friends

and get involved in student life.

There's a society for every area of interest, both academic and non-

academic. See www.ucd.ie/socs.htm for the full list.

GaeilgeIs mó seirbhís atá á sholáthar ag Bord Gaeilge na hOllscoile do mhic léinn

Éireannacha agus idirnáisiúnta araon. Ar na tionscnaimh is feiceálaí tá an

Scéim Chónaithe Ghaeilge, ina bhfuil 16 mac léinn le Gaeilge páirteach

agus iad ina gcónaí i dteach 5, Merville. Tuilleadh eolais faoi seo agus faoi

imeachtaí eile le fáil ar: www.ucd.ie/bnag nó ón Oifigeach Gaeilge, Clár

Ní Bhuachalla ag: [email protected]. Buail isteach chuig seomra

D213, Áras Newman. Beidh fáilte romhat i gcónaí.

Bord na Gaeilge provides a broad range of services for both Irish and

international students. One of its most prominent projects is the Irish

Language Student Residence Scheme, in which there are 16 students

based at House 5, Merville. Details on these and other activities can be

found at www.ucd.ie/bnag. Alternatively, contact Clár Ní Bhuachalla,

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Irish Language Officer, by emailing [email protected], or visiting

room D213, Newman Building.

Health ServiceThe Student Health Service, located on the first floor in the Student

Centre, provides on-campus medical, psychological and psychiatric care to

registered UCD students. The service is provided with an ethos of respect,

courtesy and integrity and operates to the highest professional standards.

The service is intended as an addition to the students’ own family

doctor or specialist medical services. It operates within resource

constraints so certain service limitations apply. Students should

continue to attend their own General Practitioner (GP), especially

if Dublin-based.

Applying for a HSE Medical Card

Have you applied for one? A Medical Card will cover the cost of certain

health care services offered by the UCD Student Health Service.

You are entitled to the following services if you have a Medical Card:

• Doctor visits – a range of family doctor or GP services from a chosen

doctor contracted to the HSE in your local area (A GP who has a

GMS contract)

• Prescription medicine – the supply of prescribed approved medicines,

aids and appliances like wheelchairs, crutches, etc.

• Certain dental, eye and ear health services

• Hospital care – all in patient services in public wards in public hospitals,

including public consultant services

• Hospital visits – all out patient services in public hospitals, including

public consultant services

• Maternity – cash grant on the birth of each child and medical and

midwifery care for mothers, including health care related to pregnancy

and the care of the child for six weeks after the birth

• Some personal and social care services

Are you entitled to a Medical Card?

Anyone over 16 years of age who is ordinarily resident in the State is

entitled to apply for a Medical Card.

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You can qualify for a Medical Card under the following three main

categories:

• Means Test:

Single people or families who have an income that is within certain

financial guidelines. For Medical Card Applications, the HSE only

considers income after tax and PRSI is deducted, rather than total

income. They also make allowances for expenses on childcare, rent

and mortgage and travel to work.

• Undue Hardship:

People whose income is over the financial guidelines, but the HSE

decides that the financial burden of medical care or other exceptional

circumstances would cause undue hardship.

• Automatic:

People who are automatically entitled to a Medical Card include those:

� with European Union entitlement (for more information follow the

links below)

� who are entitled to retain their Medical Card under government

schemes

Full-time students

Students aged 16-25 who are financially dependent on their parents

are normally only entitled to a Medical Card if their parents have one.

However, students should consider applying for a Medical Card if

they are financially independent of their parents; for example, those

who have income from part-time work, are living away from home and

satisfy the means test may be entitled to a Medical Card. In this case,

they should apply to the Local Health Office in the area where they are

living whilst attending college. A full list of Local Health Offices and

their catch ment areas can be found on the HSE website. (Your Local

Health Office is your entry point to community health and personal

social services.)

A student in receipt of Disability Allowance will generally be entitled to

a Medical Card.

Application forms for a Medical Card/GP Visit Card are available from

your Local Health Office. Each form has a help sheet attached. Complete

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each section that applies to you. If you have any problem filling in the

form, call to your Local Health Office and they will be happy to guide you.

You will receive a decision on your completed application within a short

time of applying. If you are not satisfied with the decision, you may have

it reviewed at your Local Health Office. Your circumstances may have

changed or you may have left out some relevant information from the

original application. If following this you are still not satisfied – you may

appeal to the Appeals Office of your HSE Area.

If you are not entitled to a Medical Card you will automatically be

assessed for a GP Visit Card. If you are not entitled to a Medical Card or

a GP Visit Card there are other HSE schemes that you can apply for. You

may find these schemes can ease the financial cost of providing medical

care for yourself and your family.

For information on applying for a Medical Card visit: www.citizensinformation.ie www.hse.ie/eng/Find_a_Service/entitlements/Medical_Cardswww.hse.ie/eng/Find_a_Service/entitlements or ask your local GP.

UCD Student Health Service

You should present your Medical Card or your European Health Insurance

Card (EU Students) when attending the Student Health Service in UCD.

International OfficeThe International Office offers a wide range of support services to both

international students and to Irish students wishing to study abroad on

exchange programmes. International students make up 13% of the UCD

population, and represent over 110 countries. Studying at UCD means

joining a cosmopolitan community!

The International Office and the International Student Adviser are located

in the Tierney Building. See www.ucd.ie/international for more information.

Language ElectivesThe foreign language electives programme offered by the UCD Applied

Language Centre offers students an innovative way of combining the study

of languages with the study of other disciplines. You can choose from a

broad range of languages (including French, Italian, Chinese, Polish,

Japanese and many others) and a spread of proficiency levels from

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beginners to advanced. You can either start a new language or improve

your proficiency level in a language previously studied. The main aim of

the language electives is to develop communicative competence. The

emphasis is on spoken interaction, listening, reading and writing taught in

small groups by teachers with native or near-native language competence.

Visit www.ucd.ie/alc for more information or come to our information

sessions on Tuesday, 1 Sept – Thursday, 3 Sept from 1.30-2pm in the

Applied Language Centre on the first floor of the Daedalus building.

LaundryLaundry services are available in the campus residences. A wash costs

about e3.

LibraryUCD Library provides you with access to key resources and services to

support your learning. Explore our print resources by visiting any (or all!)

of our five site libraries in person. The Online Library provides you with

24/7 access, anytime and anywhere, to the UCD Library’s online resources

and services.

Opening hours

Opening hours in each of our libraries vary throughout the year,

particularly at exam time. For up-to-date information on opening hours

please check the UCD website at www.ucd.ie/library/about/opening_hours

New Student Information Desk

• New to UCD? Visit our New Student Information Desk, James Joyce

Library, or visit us online at www.ucd.ie/library/students/new_student/

• The desk is open from 31 August-11 September. Library staff will be on

hand to answer any queries you may have.

Important facts:

Your student card is your library card. You will need your card when

entering and leaving the library, borrowing books, booking student study

rooms or borrowing laptops.

There are 2,900 study spaces available in the UCD Libraries. Many are

IT enabled and all have wireless access. For more details, visit

www.ucd.ie/library/services_&_facilities/study_space

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MusicalIn February 2010 students and staff will return to O’Reilly Hall for the

UCD Community Musical. Over the past two years members of the UCD

community have come together to sing, dance, act, build, design and

perform to make the musical one of the biggest events on campus.

In February 2009, Guys and Dolls enjoyed a successful run, and built on

the success of the award-winning debut, West Side Story. This year we’d

love to have you involved! Email us and check out our website to find out

what’s in store. Please don’t hesitate to get in touch as we need people for

every department. For more information: [email protected]

www.ucd.ie/musical

NewspapersUCD has two award-winning student newspapers, The University Observer

and The College Tribune. They are both fortnightly publications and can be

found anywhere around campus. The papers are always looking for

contributors, so if you have an interest in journalism, reviews or current

affairs, or if you fancy yourself as a photographer, then give them a call.

Many of Ireland’s best known journalists and media figures started off

writing for one of UCD’s student newspapers.

• The University Observer: [email protected]

• The College Tribune: [email protected]

NitelineNiteline is a confidential and anonymous listening service that is run by

and for students. Niteline volunteers are always there if you ever feel

that you would like to talk about anything to someone who will listen,

accept and understand without judging or directing. No problem is too

big or too small, and you can call simply if you feel like having a chat.

Times: Thursday-Sunday, 9.00pm–2.30am (during term time).

Phone: 1800 793 793.

Old Student BarIn addition to the bars in the Student Centre, the Students' Union also

runs a bar which is located beside the restaurant. This is generally known

as the Old Student Bar.

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PharmacyThe pharmacy is situated in the Student Centre. Opening hours: 9.30am-

5.00pm. Phone 01 716 3144

PhotocopyingPhotocopying machines can be found in most buildings in UCD, and to

operate them you need a photocopying card which can be purchased from

vending machines in each building or from the Copi-Print bureaux. In the

Quinn and Smurfit Schools, however, printers are operated using your

student card.

Copi-Print offers photocopying, printing, stationery and graphic design

services among others, and have bureaux in the Newman Building and the

Quinn School.

The Students’ Union Photocopying Bureau, which is located in the

tunnel between the main library and the Newman Building, also offers a

photocopying service as well as lecture notes.

Please TalkPlease Talk is a campaign which began in University College Dublin in

February 2007 in response to the death by suicide of a student. In March

2008 it was adopted by all the Universities in the State.

It is organised to alert students at universities in Ireland to the varied

and manifold important student services that are available. Remember

talking is a sign of strength not of weakness. Please visit

www.pleasetalk.ie for more information.

Post OfficeThe Post Office can be found in the Restaurant Building behind the

staircase. It is open from 10.00am-4.00pm.

Restaurants and CafésThere are many places to eat on the Belfield Campus. Most of these are

open from 8.00am, Monday to Friday. Some close around 5.00pm, but

the Arts Café, for example, is open until 9.00pm, and Elements is open

until 10.00pm. Details of opening hours for these are at

www.ucd.ie/catering/facilities.html

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Cafés

911 café • Location: ground floor of the Library building.

The 911 menu offers everything from sandwiches, muffins and pastries

to freshly squeezed juices and smoothies and coffees.

Café Brava• Location: student centre.

Café Brava offers snacks, fast food, student special meal deals, all at

great value.

Insomnia café• Locations: The Quinn School, Nova building and Conway institute.

Insomnia offers a range of gourmet coffee, sandwiches, soups and

pastries.

O’Brien’s Sandwich Bar • Locations: Richview and Health Sciences Building.

Home of the famous Crambo and the Triple Decker, O’Briens supply fresh

baguettes, bagels, croissants, Danishes and a wide range of smoothies

and freshly squeezed juices.

School of Law café• Location: Roebuck Castle.

The Coffee shop in Roebuck castle offers a selection of sandwiches, bagels

and ciabatta. Hot snacks include sausage rolls, panini and snacks. Chilled

drinks and hot beverages are also available.

Sports café• Location: Upstairs in the sports centre.

Coffee, snacks, fast food, student special meal deal.

Student Club café• Location: Student Club.


The Grind• Location: student centre.


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Timeout café• Location: Downstairs in the restaurant building.

Timeout café provides a relaxed environment where the focus is on pizza,

pasta and baked potato dishes, although those who are looking for fast

foods such as burgers have not been forgotten.

Vets Diner • Location: Veterinary school.

Supplying sandwiches made to order, chicken wings, pies, wedges, soup

and tea and coffee. All this, plus bagels, muffins, Danish pastries and

croissants, and a wide range of chocolate and minerals.

Restaurants

Elements Restaurant • Location: Science Hub building.

Elements offers a range of meals and snacks. There is an emphasis on

international cuisine with American pancakes and bagels in the morning

along with pizza and pasta dishes throughout the day. All appetites and

budgets are catered for.

The First Restaurant • Location: Upper floor of the restaurant building.

At lunch the menu includes a choice of hot soups, one being

vegetarian, two vegetarian main courses, a range of international dishes

and the good old traditional Irish dishes. For a light lunch there is a

selection of home made sandwiches, baguettes and rolls or create your

own salad (pay by weight)

All food can be taken away (just ask for an insulated carton), and

don’t forget the low-cost student special.

Safety on campusGenerally speaking UCD Belfield campus is very safe, with very few

incidents of crime against the person.

The UCD Unicare program is a community approach to promote

personal safety for all students, staff and visitors through awareness,

partnership and prevention.

In order to ensure a safe and secure environment in UCD, everybody is

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encouraged to play their part in looking out for their own safety, and for

the safety of others. Throughout the year, this site will highlight various

important issues of concern for all in UCD.

Your continuous support and vigilance is essential for the success of the

UCD Unicare programme.

24-hour emergency line• Internal Telephone No: 7999

• External Telephone No:

01 716 7999

• www.ucd.ie/unicare

You should use the UCD Unicare number to call for emergency

assistance or to report any issues regarding personal safety and security of

property on campus, e.g. an accident/emergency, fire, theft, reporting

suspicious or troublesome persons or reporting an incident you may have

witnessed. The UCD Unicare emergency line is operated 24 hours a day

and assistance will be provided in response to your call. UCD Unicare red

emergency phones are located throughout the Belfield campus.

Campus Garda OfficesThe Campus Garda Office is located at the main entrance to the Newman

Building (office to the left of the Newman Services desk). The office is open

on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 1.00pm – 2.00pm.

A Community Garda will be happy to answer queries and to help process

forms such as applications for passports, driving licences, holiday visas, etc.

The local Donnybrook Garda Station can be contacted on 01 666 9200.

24-hour Campus PatrolsServices personnel operate regular vehicle and foot patrols on a 24-hour

basis throughout the Belfield. These patrols maintain a vigilant eye for

suspicious or troublesome persons on campus. If you are uncomfortable

walking alone through the campus at night, contact the UCD Unicare

emergency line – 01 716 7999 – and a member of the Services team will

be happy to accompany you.

First Response RoomThe First Response Room is located in Belfield House, and operates on a

24-hour basis. Services personnel located at the First Response Room are

responsible for monitoring the UCD Unicare emergency line and CCTV

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throughout the Belfield campus, and are available to provide assistance

24 hours a day.

Your cooperationThe success of UCD Unicare depends on your ongoing cooperation and

vigilance as a UCD student. You are encouraged to adopt personal security

precautions such as:• walking in groups, especially late at night in the more isolated parts

of campus• locking bicycles in bicycle stands • using personal alarms• not leaving valuables in cars• reporting suspicious persons• installing a car alarm/engine immobiliser.

Safety in laboratoriesYour safety is important and you are expected to behave in a safe and

responsible manner, especially when working in laboratories. In some

laboratories you must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as

a laboratory coat or safety glasses. You will have to provide this

equipment yourself – you can buy it on campus if you do not have it

already. If you take care of it, it will last you for your entire time in

university.

ShopsThe Students’ Union runs five separate shops across the campus. Products

vary from shop to shop, but in each you’ll find confectionery, soft drinks,

magazines and stationery among other things. The main SU shop in the

Library Building also sells a range of UCD merchandise, sandwiches and

rolls.

Centra is located beside the main office in the Merville residences. Its

opening hours during term are Monday – Sunday 8.00am-10.00pm

(including bank holidays).

Sport at UCDIf you have a passion for competitive sport or a desire to lead a healthier

and active lifestyle, UCD has a wide variety of sporting and leisure

pursuits. With over 60 official sports clubs and a wide selection of health

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and leisure activities, there is an extensive variety. While UCD has

nurtured some of Ireland’s finest national and international sports people,

all sporting levels are catered for. For the currently available clubs see

www.ucd.ie/sport/clubs.htm – if your sport isn't there, why not ask us

about starting a new club?

If your preference is to improve general health and fitness without

committing to a competitive sport, options include the Get In Gear

Programme – a seven week physical activation package run in October

and January each year – or get out and about and walk, jog or run the

university Boundary Woodland Walk. Indoor classes include aerobics,

boxercise, climbing wall, circuit training, pilates, yoga, and yoga fusion.

See www.ucd.ie/getingear for more information.

How to join a Sports Club• Visit the Sports Expo which takes place in the Sports Centre during

Freshers week from Monday, 14 to Thursday, 17 September. All clubs

take part, with members available to provide information and

demonstrations

• Many of the ‘outdoor’ clubs hold trials in the early part of the season

• Attend a club training session – venues and times available from

Sports Centre Reception

• Visit clubs exhibiting on Refreshers’ Day, which takes place in January

• Phone or email club representatives, details are available at

www.ucd.ie/sport

Sports ExpoHeld during the second week of term, during Freshers’ Week, this

exhibition in the sports centre offers you the chance to meet with

members of all the UCD sports clubs and to join them for the year. It’s an

opportunity not to be missed. UCD sports clubs have a superb national

and international reputation and offer a great social outlet in the

University. Whether you want to just keep fit, make friends or compete,

it’s never too late to take up a new sport or keep up an existing interest.

Staff/Student committeesStaff/Student Committees have been set up to give students an

opportunity to raise any concerns they may have in relation to their

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programme of study, or to facilities in their particular buildings, etc. The

meetings are attended by student class representatives who put forward

the views of their classmates and report back to them on issues raised or

decisions made. These committees also provide the staff with a forum to

inform students of issues they may have or information they may wish

to convey.

Student Advisers also represent students at these committees. If you

have any issue you would like raised or would like to be part of any

staff/student committees running as part of your programme, please

come and talk to your Student Adviser about it.

Student AdvisersSee under who does what and www.ucd.ie/advisers/. See also page 15.

Student CentreUCD’s Student Centre is owned by the students of UCD and is available for

relaxing and socialising during the year as well as being home to many

campus facilities like Café Brava, the Grind sandwich bar, society rooms,

the Centre Bar, the Health Centre and, Students’ Union offices. Outside

the Centre Bar is the Pit which is sometimes used for outdoor gigs at the

end of term.

Students' UnionWhat exactly is the Students' Union?It is a union run by the students, for the students of UCD. Its role is to

make sure students’ interests are looked after in all issues relating to their

education and personal wellbeing in university and beyond.

Where will you find the Students' Union?Everywhere! But, specifically, the Students' Union corridor in the Student

Centre. Be sure to drop into the Students' Union marquee

beside the main restaurant during Orientation Week 2009.

Class RepsUCDSU is a democratic organisation. Each class elects a Rep who

represents their class on the Students' Union Council. Every year, campus-

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wide elections are held for officer positions at which you will have a vote.

UCD Students Union is affiliated to a national students' union, USI,

which represents students across Ireland.

If you are interested in running for SU Class Rep, or getting

involved in the SU in any way, call your SU Campaigns &

Communications Vice-President, Paddy Ryan, on 01 716 3122, or

email [email protected]

Student SupportThe Students’ Union provides support and assistance for all students on a

variety of issues. There is a Welfare Officer who will listen to any problems

you may have in a friendly and confidential manner. His name is Scott

Ahearn and you can find his office in the Students’ Union corridor in the

Student Centre.

If you require any information on the services available from the

Students’ Union, such as information on accommodation and tenants’

rights, or information on health issues, then visit www.ucdsu.ie

UCD ConnectEach student in UCD is provided with a UCD Connect account, where a

wide range of services can be accessed through the internet. It can be

accessed whether you are in college, at home or even travelling abroad.

Through UCD Connect, you have access to email, check your files

and participate in classes using Blackboard, the University's e-learning

environment. You also receive a personalised email address which is

used in official UCD correspondence including regular updates and

bulletins from the Vice-President for Students and academic information.

UCD Connect also allows you to view your own course schedule, exam

results, past exam papers, college registration details and lecture

timetables. Your initial log-in is your CAO number (or UCD student number

if you've been here before)

and your PIN is your date

of birth (DDMMYY). For

your own security, you

should change your PIN on

first log-in.

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UCD Connect email is the officialchannel for communication. For

more information on the email policy andhow to re-direct your email address pleasesee www.ucd.ie/registry

Student Life A-Z


Vice-President for StudentsThe Vice-President for Students, Dr Martin Butler, has overall

responsibility for student welfare. The Vice-President is always willing

to meet any student with a serious problem. Students should phone

the Administrator for Students in the Tierney Building, on 01 716 1745,

for an appointment or for information on any of the student support

services.

VolunteeringVolunteering is a great way to meet new people as well as building skills

and experience. There are lots of opportunities to volunteer on campus

through clubs, societies, programme days, the Students’ Union and so

on. Off-campus opportunities are also available.

UCD Volunteers Overseas (www.ucdvo.org) is a registered charity and

sends UCD students and staff to India, Haiti and Nicaragua to do voluntary

work in disadvantaged communities. Contact www.ucdvo.org.

Recognition of Voluntary Engagement (ROVE) Awards, sponsored by

the Alumni Fund, are intended to acknowledge and promote volunteering

through public recognition of the voluntary contribution of students to

community life. Students who have contributed a minimum of 10 hours

voluntary activity in the calendar year are eligible for consideration.

See www.ucd.ie/community for further information.

WorshipThere is a church on campus for Christian services. See

www.ucd.ie/chaplain/wor001.htm for details.

The mosque in Clonskeagh is within easy walking distance of the

campus. The nearest synagogue is located in Terenure.

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How to register online

Getting started

How do I register?If you accept your CAO offer by 5.00pm on 17 August you will be able go

to online from the afternoon of 19 August.

• Take a look at the online registration demonstration at

http://www.ucd.ie/students/regguides.html

• Click on the Course Search tab to check out the different options

available to you within your programme.

• Online help is available wherever you see the

information icon.

How do I access online registration?If you don’t have access to a

computer at home or nearby in the

local library or an Internet café,

don’t worry – there will be computers

available to you here in UCD in one of

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Guide to Online Registration

You will need to go online to register. Incomingundergraduate students can begin onlineregistration within three working days of acceptingtheir CAO offer. Before you start, you will find usefulinformation at www.ucd.ie/incomingstudents

UCD Connect Login

Username

•••••••••••LOGIN


the Assisted Registration Labs. The staff there will be able to help you

if you have any queries about online registration. There are

also Stand Up and Surf (SUAS) PCs available for you to use around

campus.

• Go to www.ucd.ie

• Log-in to UCD Connect

using the panel on the

right hand side of the

page.

All administration-related information will be sent to your UCD Connect

email address so make sure that you check it regularly.

What should I do next?

• Click on the My Records

tab and then the link to

the Student Information

System (SIS).

• If you are asked to enter

a SIS log-in you should

use your CAO/student number and your date of birth.

Once you press Continue you will be brought to another page. On this

page please click the button that says:

This will confirm your registration to your programme for 2009/10.

What should I see then?You should find yourself in the Welcome to UCD page.

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ENTER REGISTRATION PROCESS

Your log-in details will beUsername: your CAO number

(or your UCD student number if you havebeen here before) Password: your date of birth (DDMMYY).

When you enter the StudentInformation System for the first time

you will be required to agree to the Termsof Usage. Pressing the Continue button isthe same as signing a document, so be surethat you have read the terms carefully.


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The Welcome to UCD page gives a brief explanation of the two steps

that you will need to complete.

Step 1 is Personal Information and Step 2 is Module Registration.

Step 1: Personal Information

In the Personal Information step you will be asked to do the following:

• Fill in your personal details, e.g. address, or amend existing details

(from your application

information)

• Answer some survey

questions

• If you are registering for

certain Life Sciences programmes you will be asked to complete the

programme requirements form

• Apply for on campus accommodation if required

• Pay your fees online (see Fees information below).

You must complete any required fields that are empty and marked with

an asterisk symbol (*). You can collect your student card when you have

completed Step 1.

Some of your personal

information (e.g. permanent

address) will already be filled

in from your CAO application

details. Please check it carefully and amend as necessary.

If your term address is different to your home address, please be sure

to enter it.

You will not be able to change some information, such as your name and

date of birth online. You will need to bring your passport or birth certificate

The name shown here should matchthat on your Birth Certificate or

Passport personal pages, which you will needto present when collecting your student card.

The progress bar at the top of eachpage will show you what page you

are in, how much of the process you havecompleted and what comes next.


to the Student Desk in the Tierney building to get these details changed.

At this point the Your Summary page will show you a summary of the

personal information that you have provided so far.

If you have any personal information left to complete you should return

to the relevant page and complete the step. You will also be able to see if

your student card is available for collection.

Once you are happy with the Summary, click to proceed to Step 2.

Step 2: Module registration

Before you start, you should know what modules are part of your

programme and the choices you will need to make. Go to www.ucd.ie/

incomingstudents/ and click on the Course Search tab for more

information on your UCD Programme.

Check the registration dates at www.ucd.ie/students/

registration to see when you can begin Step 2.

In this step you need to record your module choices:

• Core modules (that you

must study as part of

your programme)

• Option modules (that you

can choose from within your programme)

• Elective modules (that may be selected from any subject across UCD)

You have until 18 September 2009 to complete your module registration.

(Please note that Online

Registration will close for the

provision of general elective

places at 5.00pm on Friday,

4 September, and will re-

open on the evening of

Saturday, 5 September).

To progress through the

pages, press Continue.

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Popular option and elective moduleswill fill up quickly so it is important

to register as early as possible.

When you click on a module titleyou will see a description of the

module and what you will learn. Please payclose attention to the part headed ‘Am Ieligible to take this module?’ as somemodules may have certain criteria attached,such as a specified level of prior knowledge,that may determine whether or not you cantake that module.


It is recommended that you complete the module registration pages in

sequence as follows:

• Subject/Stream (Arts, Social Science and Science Students only)

• Core/Options

• Main Labs/Tutorials (for your Core and Option modules)

• Electives

• Elective Labs/Tutorials page

Subject/Stream PagesIf you are a 1st Arts, 1st Social Science or a 1st Science student you will

be brought directly to this page from the Your Summary page to choose

the subjects that you wish to study.

Arts and Science students should read the information leaflet included in

their information pack before they start choosing their modules.

Arts Students/Social Science Students• The subjects available to you are displayed under Available Subjects/

Streams. For Arts Students they are arranged in groups (A to F) and

you can only choose one subject from each group due to timetable

constraints.

• To choose a subject area click on Select. You will then be asked to confirm

your subject choice. Do this by clicking on Sure.

• Your choice will appear in

a section called Selected

Subjects/Streams just

above the grid.

Remember that the choices

you make here will have an

impact on the future stages

of your degree.

Once you are happy with

your choices click the Continue button to get to the Core/Options

page where you will choose the modules you need for your subject

areas.

Science Students You will need to select the subjects that you want to study.

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In your first year (called Stage1) you will take 12 modules

over two semesters i.e. 60 credits and you can study a number of subjects. You can choose all 60 credits from theSubject/Stream page or you can choose50 credits from here and a further 10 as Electives.


• Under Available Subjects/Streams the available subjects are

displayed. To choose a subject area click on Select Subject/Stream.

• You will be asked to confirm your subject/stream selection. Do this by

clicking on Sure.

• Your choice will appear in a section called Selected Subjects/

Streams just above the grid.

Selecting a subject area in Stage 1 does not guarantee progression in

this subject area at a later programme stage.

Once you are happy with your choices click the Continue button to get

to the Core/Options page where you will choose the modules you need

for your subject areas.

Core/Options page This page shows your Core Modules. Core modules are compulsory

for you to study as part of your programme. You may already be

registered to these modules – you will see Pre-selected beside these

modules.

You will also need to select your Option Modules.

• Click on Select Module beside the module of your choice.

• When you click on Select Module an information box will appear for that

module. Click on the different headings to read about that module.

Always read the information in ‘Am I eligible to take this module?’

before you make your decision.

• If there is a choice of time slots for a particular lecture a calendar will

display the available timeslots on offer to you (highlighted in blue).

Scroll down to see all the timeslots on offer.

• Select the timeslot that suits best. Click on Register to confirm your

choice and return to the Core/Options page.

• Make sure that you register to all of the Option Modules that you

need to have.

• You may drop or swap

modules by clicking on

Drop/Swap beside a

chosen module.

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Remember to register to anyLaboratories, Tutorials or

Practicals that are part of your modules


Electives page Once you are registered to your core and option modules/labs/tutorials

you can choose elective modules (2 elective modules = 10 credits).

Searching for Elective Modules

You can search for electives in the following ways:

• Search by Subject

• Search by School

• Keyword Search

• Timeslot search.

Select your criteria (e.g. Category, Subject) and click on Search.

Choose a module from the list that appears and click on the module

title. An information box will appear. Click on the different headings to

read about that module. Always read the information in ‘Am I eligible to

take this module?’ before you make your decision.

If you wish to choose the module simply click Register.

If there is a choice of time slots for a particular lecture you will be able

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to choose the one that suits your timetable best from the calendar

displayed.

Your elective choices will be recorded on the Electives page.

You can choose from ‘In-Programme electives’ (modules from within

your programme) or ‘General Electives’ (modules from any subjects

across UCD).

If you see Confirmed beside an elective choice that means that you

have a place in it.

If you see Provisional beside an elective choice it means that places

for that module will be randomly allocated on the evening of Friday, 4

September and Saturday, 5 September. Check your UCD Connect email on

Saturday, 5 September to see if you were successful in getting a place.

If you did not get a place on your original choice you can choose an

alternative module at this stage. Be sure to click on Hide Full Modules

(in the Show Modules For section) to exclude any modules that do not

currently have places available.

At this point, the Your

Summary page will show you

a summary of the personal

information that you have

provided so far, and the

modules for which you are registered.

If you have any personal information left to complete, or any modules

still to choose, you should return to the relevant page and complete the

step. You will be able to return to the relevant page from the Summary

page.

Where can I find help?Go to www.ucd.ie/students/regguides.html for help with completing the

necessary steps in Online Registration.

If you still have questions email the Student Desk at

[email protected] or call 01 716 1555.

If you need academic advice your Programme Office will be able

to assist you. Go to www.ucd.ie/programmeoffices.htm for contact

details.

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To start a new Elective searchyou must always click on Clear

Search and then enter your newinformation.



Assisted Registrations LabsTo help you register, Assisted Registration Labs will be open on campus

during the registration period. See below for details.

Location of Assisted Registration Labs Opening times

Room LG3 in the Newman Building 31 August to 11 September

from 9.30am to 5.00pm

(not open Sat/Sun)

Room D114 in the Health Sciences Centre 31 August to 11 September

from 9.30am to 5.00pm

(not open Sat/Sun)

The Student Desk in the Tierney Building can help if you have

difficulties with the registration process that can not be solved in the

assisted labs.

Fees InformationIn order to be a fully registered student, you must make the appropriate

payment. Your fee status and the details of the fees you are being charged

will be shown on the screen. See www.ucd.ie/fees for more details.

In the Fees Payment section of online registration you will see the

amount you have been assessed as owing.

Enter the amount you need to pay in the box provided.

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Tax relief is available for

specified tuition fees. If

that situation applies to

you, please enter the

requested information in

this section. Details on

tax relief can be found

under information on fees

at www.ucd.ie/fees

Bank GiroIf you can not pay your fees online, you should ask for a Bank Giro to be

posted to you by ticking the box provided at the bottom of the online

fees page.

• Giro payments should be paid through any bank in the Republic of

Ireland and completed five

working days prior to you

starting in UCD

• Click on Continue

with no payment to

proceed to the Your

Summary page.

Criteria for eligibility for ‘free’ feesThe Irish Exchequer will pay tuition fees to the University on behalf of

students registered for full-time undergraduate degree programmes (of

minimum two years’ duration) who meet ALL the criteria as follows:

• EU nationals with no previous third level attendance

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EU Students with ‘free’ fees who willbe getting a grant just need to pay

the Student Centre Levy charge.EU Students with ‘free’ fees who will not be

getting a grant should pay the Student CentreLevy charge and the Student Services Fee.

International students or EU students who arenot eligible for ‘free’ tuition should pay aminimum of 50% of the amount shownonscreen at this stage.

Grant students: if you have a grant,you must bring a letter from your

grant authority to the Student Desk in theTierney Building as confirmation that you willbe receiving a grant.


• Those who have been permanently resident in an EU Member State for

three of the five years prior to entry to university.

If you do not meet the

above conditions you are

liable for the full

programme fee as listed

on the UCD web page:

www.ucd.ie/fees

Please note: The

Department of Education

and Science may change

any of the above criteria

before September 2009.

Local Authority Grant holdersIf you have received a letter from your Grant Authority confirming your

entitlement to a grant then you just need to pay the Student Centre Levy

in order to complete your registration.

N.B. You must bring your grant letter to the Student Desk in the Tierney

Building, Belfield as soon as you get it.

If your grant has not yet been approved you may pay the Student

Centre Levy charge in order to register on a temporary basis. However,

it is essential that you pursue your grant application. If your grant has not

been approved by 15 October 2009 you will be required to pay the

balance outstanding.

If your grant has been delayed you may pay the amount shown to you

on screen in order to fully register. A refund will be made to you when the

Grant Authority pays the fee to UCD on your behalf.

If you think you may be eligible for a grant and you have not applied

to your local authority yet, you should do so immediately (see

information on grants at www.ucd.ie/fees).

Application forms are

available from the Student

Support Units in all local

authority offices.

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If you already hold a universitydegree you are liable for full fees

for all years of the undergraduate degreeprogramme.

If you have attended and not completed athird level degree, diploma or certificate coursein the past five years you are liable for fees forthe equivalent period of attendance. You mustprovide confirmation of the period ofregistration from the institution attended.

Please note: your registration willnot be complete until the

appropriate fees have been paid.



Fee implications of withdrawing for a ‘free fees’ studentIf you decide that you do not want to continue your studies this year at

UCD it is essential that you notify Admissions ([email protected])

immediately, quoting your student number, so that your place may be

offered to the next student on the CAO waiting list.

If you notify UCD of withdrawing on or after 25 September then the

appropriate fee must be paid and half tuition fees will be claimed on your

behalf from the Exchequer. You will have to pay half tuition fees for one

year if you register in the next five years in any Irish third level institution.

You must speak to your Programme Office if you intend to withdraw.

In order to withdraw officially you must complete a withdrawal form with

your Programme Office and return your student card. The date of receipt

of the written notification will be taken as the withdrawal date.

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Bicycle The Ranelagh and Stillorgan cycle tracks serve the Belfield campus. Please

observe where bicycles may not be parked. Bicycles are not permitted in

buildings for fire safety reasons.

Buses The Belfield campus is served by many bus routes – www.dublinbus.ie

allows searches by route number and by area served. You’ll need a

Student Travelcard (see www.studenttravelcard.ie) to take advantage of

discount tickets. Nitelinks are special late buses from the City Centre.

The following routes serve UCD directly:

Belfield:3 To Sydney Parade DART rail station

10/46A/145 [Regular routes] To City Centre from Main Entrance (N11)

11B To City Centre from Sports Centre

746 To Dublin Airport from Main Entrance (N11)

46N Nitelink from City Centre. Drops off at UCD.

The following bus routes also serve Belfield:

2, 3, 7B, 10/10A, 11/11A/B, 15X, 17, 25X, 27X, 32X, 39X, 41X,

46/46A/B/C/D/E/X, 46N Nitelink, 49X, 50X, 58X, 65X, 66X, 70X, 746,

77X, 84, 84X, 145, 39B.

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Getting to UCD

For up-to-date commuting information,visit www.ucd.ie/building/code/traffic


Blackrock: 7/7A/N, 17, 45, 8, 46E,

114, 115

Regional BusesRegional services depart

from Busáras on Store Street. Some Bus Éireann services (to the South

East mainly) serve Belfield directly. Dublin Bus routes 10, 11 and 46A

connect Belfield to O’Connell Street, a 5-minute walk from Busáras.

There are two free daily shuttle services from Belfield to Busáras,

departing at 4.15pm and 4.30pm Monday-Friday during term and

available to holders of valid Bus Eireann tickets only. You can buy tickets

from the SU shops.

Visit www.buseireann.ie for routes, timetables and fares. Student

discounts are available with a valid UCD Student Card. Other Regional Bus

Services: www.glendaloughbus.com, www.aircoach.ie (Cork, Belfast).

Cars There are three main entrances to the Belfield Campus; Main Entrance,

Stillorgan Road (N11),

Wynnsward Drive

(Clonskeagh Road) and

Owenstown Park (Fosters

Avenue). At weekends

only the Main Entrance

(N11) is open.

Centrally-located car

parks fill quickly in the

morning and spaces are at

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For the benefit and safety of yourfellow passengers, please always

remember to respect your bus drivers andnever to consume alcohol while on board.

Traffic barriers on UCD's internalroads operate from 7.00am-

10.30am and 4.00pm-7.30pm on weekdays.During these times it is not possible to drivefrom one entrance to another. The barriers are located in Car Park 5, near the HannahSheehy Skeffington Building and at the busterminus near the Quinn Building (UCD School of Business).


a premium after 9.00am. Do not succumb to the temptation to park

illegally as UCD is regularly patrolled by clampers. The release fee is e80.

Directions via N11 (Stillorgan Dual-Carriageway)From the city centre exit via the N11 southbound (from Lower Leeson

Street). Proceed through Donnybrook. You will pass RTE on your left,

continue through the next set of traffic lights. About 300 metres after

this exit on the slip road to your left. Keep in the right hand lane and

turn right at the next lights to cross the bridge over the N11. The

Stillorgan Road entrance is straight ahead of you, after the next set

of traffic lights.

Coming from the South, approximately 5.5 km from Foxrock Church

you pass under a pedestrian bridge, then you pass a junction Foster's

Avenue on your left. Move into the left lane. 500 metres after these

traffic lights exit on the slip road to your left. Turn left into the main

gate of the campus at the traffic lights at the top of the slip road.

To access campus from M50 NorthboundTake exit 13 left to R113 (signposted Dundrum/Sandyford). Enter

roundabout and take third exit. Drive about 1.6km to 4th set of traffic

lights (Goat Pub on left). Turn sharp right on to Mount Anville Road.

Continue through traffic lights at Spar onto Foster's Avenue. In 150

metres, turn left into Owenstown Park. Enter the campus via the gate

marked Owenstown/Foster's Avenue on map.

To access campus from M50 SouthboundTake exit 13 left to R113 (signposted Ballinteer/Dundrum/Rathfarnham/

Sandyford). Enter roundabout and take third exit to Sandyford. At the

next roundabout take first exit. Drive about 1.6km to 4th set of traffic

lights (Goat Pub on left). Turn sharp right on to Mount Anville Road.

Continue through traffic lights at Spar onto Foster's Avenue. In 150

metres, turn left into Owenstown Park. Enter the campus via the gate

marked Owenstown/Foster's Avenue on map.

Rail Dublin Bus route 3 links to Sydney Parade DART station (journey time:

10 minutes). See www.irishrail.ie

60 Welcome to UCD

Getting to UCD


Airport • Dublin Bus 746 from bus stop at Main Entrance (N11)

(www.dublinbus.ie)

• Aircoach from bus stop at Main Entrance (N11)(www.aircoach.ie)

Travel cardYou need a Student Travelcard to get discounts on Dublin Bus, Irish Rail

and LUAS services. See the website www.studenttravelcard.ie for more

details. You can purchase your Student Travelcard at the Students’ Union

photocopying bureau in the James Joyce Library tunnel.

Finding your way around campus

Find your way around campus using the UCD interactive map located at

www.ucd.ie/incomingstudents (click on the Maps tab at the top).

The map lists every building on campus, allowing you to click on it, find

out some information about it, take virtual tours, and much more. It even

has a Get Directions page to help you find your way there, along with floor

plans for the Newman Building and the Library!

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Getting to UCD


You will also find print-friendly maps of the campus at

www.ucd.ie/incomingstudents – just click on the Maps tab at the top.

On your timetable the location of each event will have a room indicated.

The initial letters indicate the Building. This is followed by the room

number or lecture theatre. The Buildings are as follows:

Building Code Building Name

AGR Agri/Food Science Centre

ART Newman Building (Arts and Human Sciences)

CSI Computer Science and Informatics

DAE Daedalus Building

ENG Engineering and Material Science Centre

HEA Health Sciences Centre

NEWST Newstead

QUI Quinn School (Business)

RCC Richview Classrooms

RCV Richview School of Architecture

ROE Roebuck Castle (Law)

SCI Science Edu/Res HUB

SCN Science North – PHYSICS

SCS Science South – CHEMISTRY

SCW Science West – BIOLOGY

VET Veterinary Sciences Centre

So, for example, ART THM is Theatre M in the Newman Building.

Note about the Newman Building

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building and Theatres O, P, Q and R are on the Restaurant side.

The other rooms in this building are divided into lettered areas, so A105

is room 5 on the first floor of A. The easiest way to find the lettered areas

is to start from the services desk inside the door and follow the coloured

stripes on the floor.

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ACCOMMODATIONw: www.ucd.ie/residencese: [email protected] t: 01 716 1034

PROGRAMME OFFICESProgramme Office Contact Details Programmes

Arts, Celtic Studies e: ucd.ie/acshs Arts denominatedand Human Science [email protected]; [email protected]; Arts omnibus

[email protected] Arts part-timet: 01 716 8259 Social Science

Law w: www.ucd.ie/law/ Business and Lawe: [email protected] Lawt: 01 716 8754/8700

Quinn School w: www.ucd.ie/quinn Commerceof Business e: [email protected] Commerce International

t: 01 716 4842 Economics and FinanceBusiness and LawBusiness with Chinese Studies

Engineering and w: www.ucd.ie/engarch/ ArchitectureArchitecture e: [email protected] Landscape Architecture

t: 01 716 1868/1939 EngineeringScience w: www.ucd.ie/science Actuarial and Financial Studies

e: [email protected] Archaeology and Geologyt: 01 716 2375 Science denominated

Science omnibusHealth Science w: www.ucd.ie/healthsciences/ Biomedical, Health and Life Sci

e: [email protected] Health & Performance Sciencet: 01 716 6652 Medicine

PhysiotherapyRadiographySports Management

Agricultural Science w: www.ucd.ie/agandvet Agricultural Science (omnibusand Veterinary e: [email protected] and denominated entry)Medicine t: 01 716 7194 Dairy Business

Human NutritionVeterinary MedicineVeterinary Nursing

Nursing, Midwifery w: www.ucd.ie/nmhs Midwiferyand Health e: [email protected] NursingSystems t: 01 716 6407

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