University College Dublin - Direct Enroll

Dublin, Ireland
University College Dublin - Direct Enroll

About the Program

Immerse into student life at the University College Dublin (UCD) one of Ireland’s most prestigious institutions featuring triple accreditation from AACSB, EQIS and AMBA. UCD’s campus is located south of the center of the city, where you'll attend class with local Irish and other international students for a truly integrated experience. Students have access to a diverse and flexible curriculum in a wide variety of departments, including business, STEM, and the arts.

Requirements

Overview

Location:

Dublin

Dates:

late Aug 2025 - late Dec 2025

Price:

$24,495

Credits:

12 - 18

Deadlines

Apply By:

4/15/25

Withdraw By:

5/15/25

Requirements

Complete Application
Transcript - Official
Program Participation Agreement
$95 Online Application Fee

Eligibility

Education Completed:

Be the equivalent of at least a 2nd semester Sophomore (strongly recommended)

Minimum GPA:

3.0

Get a Flight Credit worth up to $500 when you apply with code* by November 17, 2024

Where You'll Study

University College Dublin

Located south of the center of the city, University College Dublin (UCD) is a large, prestigious institution and part of the National University of Ireland system. UCD is ranked within the top 1% of ...

Clubs & Organizations
Clubs & Organizations
Student Center
Student Center
Student Lounge
Student Lounge
Study Area
Study Area
12-18

Credits

Program Structure & Courses

Enroll in  4-6 UCD courses, 12-18 US credit equivalents. Contact hours and meeting times vary; courses may be structured as seminars, lectures, or tutorials.

The academic structure lists a small sample of the subject areas available. You will have access to introductory, intermediate and advanced courses in a variety of subject areas. See below for information how to access the University College Dublin website to access a full list of courses.

Students will register for modules (what we call courses in the U.S.) around a month prior to the start of the program. It is in your best interest to have multiple alternative courses approved by your home university prior to your departure due to course availabilities. Please consult with your academic advisor at your home university on credit pre-approval guidelines.

All Levels Course Structure

Courses

The host institution has offered the following courses in the past. Please note that course listings will not be finalized until the start of the term.

*Courses with an asterisk indicate that the course has been associated with multiple subject areas.
Please click on the course title to view additional subject areas and detailed course information.

Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Accounting Courses 300 En 0 3
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Architecture Courses 300 En 0 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Art History Courses 300 En 0 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Biology Courses 300 En 0 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Business Courses 300 En 0 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Chemistry Courses 300 En 0 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Computer Science Courses 300 En 0 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Cultural Studies Courses 300 En 0 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Economics Courses 300 En 0 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Education Courses 300 En 0 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Engineering Courses 300 En 0 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Environmental Science Courses 300 En 0 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Film Studies Courses 300 En 0 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Finance Courses 300 En 0 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Geography Courses 300 En 0 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Health Science Courses 300 En 0 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
History Courses 300 En 0 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Humanities Courses 300 En 0 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
International Relations Courses 300 En 0 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Irish Studies Courses 300 En 0 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Law Courses 300 En 0 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Management Information Systems Courses 300 En 0 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Marketing Courses 300 En 0 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Mathematics Courses 300 En 0 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Nursing Courses 300 En 0 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Philosophy Courses 300 En 0 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Physics Courses 300 En 0 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Political Science Courses 300 En 0 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Psychology Courses 300 En 0 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Sociology Courses 300 En 0 3
  • Agriculture, Food & Nutrition
  • Architecture, Planning & Urban Studies
  • Arts & Humanities
  • Biotechnology, Biomedical Sciences & Biology
  • Business & Management
  • Chemistry, Geology & Physics
  • Computer Science & Information Technology
  • Culture, Ethnicity & Identity
  • Education
  • Energy
  • Engineering & Technology
  • Finance, Economics & Accounting
  • Food
  • Geography
  • Health Sciences
  • History & Archaeology
  • Human Rights & Social Justice
  • International Relations
  • Languages & Linguistics
  • Law & Criminal Justice
  • Liberal Arts & Sciences
  • Literature, Drama & Film
  • Mathematics & Statistics
  • Music
  • Nursing
  • Philosophy
  • Physiotherapy
  • Political Science
  • Psychology
  • Science
  • Social Sciences
  • Sports Science
  • Sustainability & Environment
  • Veterinary Medicine & Animal Science

Navigating the University College Dublin Website for Courses

  • Students will register for modules (what we call courses in the U.S.)around a month prior to the start of the program. Module information will be sent to you directly from UCD.
  • CEA CAPA recommend securing academic approval of 8-10 courses prior to departing for the program. It is recommended that students take between four and six modules.
  • Click here to search all modules offered by UCD
  • Modules can also be searched by school - click here.
  • Use the filtering systems to search by subject or module level. It is recommended to search modules by school, as you will likely be taking all of your modules within one department.
  • Module registrations take place in three phases:   
    1. Register student account (2-4 weeks prior to program start)     
    2. Register for modules within a department (1-2 weeks prior)   
    3. Register for modules outside of the department (in-country) via the study abroad          program manager within their department

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Where You'll Stay

*Housing options may change and will be confirmed on the housing application form prior to the start of the term. Below are the housing options that have been offered in the past.

Excursions

Get out and explore! Excursions are offered for most semester, year, and summer programs. Semester students are typically offered between two to three excursions and summer study students are typically offered between one to two excursions. You'll receive a calendar of excursions during orientation; here are a few day and overnight excursions we've offered in the past.

What's Included in your Program

From housing to excursions, our programs include a variety of inclusions to enhance your study abroad experience! Here are examples that may be available in Dublin. Inclusions vary by program – please contact our Enrollment and Advising team to find out what options are available for you.

  • Personalized Pre-Departure Advising
  • Visa & Immigration Advising
  • Financial Advising
  • Tuition and Registration
  • Onsite Orientation
  • City Tour
  • Onsite Staff Support
  • 24/7 Emergency Assistance
  • Travel Medical Insurance
  • International Emergency Service Support
  • Welcome & Farewell Events
  • Centrally Located Housing
  • Wellness Activities
  • Cultural Engagement
  • Volunteer Opportunities
  • Excursions
  • Student Clubs & Organizations
  • Host Institution Services & Amenities
  • Official Transcript(s)

Sample Calendar

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Sample Budget

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