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University College DublinAn Coláiste Ollscoile, Baile Átha Cliath

ESSENTIAL UCD WEBSITES

www.ucd.ie

www.ucd.ie/registry

www.ucd.ie/advisers

www.ucd.ie/sportandfitness

www.ucd.ie/students/registration

www.ucd.ie/graduatestudies

www.ucd.ie/computing

www.ucdsu.ie

www.ucd.ie/students

www.ucd.ie/programmeoffices

www.ucd.ie/registry/academicsecretariat

www.ucd.ie/residences

www.ucd.ie/registry/adminservices/fees

www.ucd.ie/studentdesk/contact

www.ucd.ie/sport

www.ucd.ie/library

www.facebook.com/ucdregistry

IMPORTANT NOTICE

It is the University’s intention to provide a comprehensive Student Support Service for registered students. This service operates within resource constraints and certain service limitations may apply now or in the future. Some services are subsidised and students are required to pay a top-up charge to access them. Where charges do apply students may have the option to apply to the Student Welfare Fund in cases of hardship.

The information contained herein is correct at time of going to print and may be subject to change. It is important to note that the main communication channels in UCD are electronic so students should regularly check their UCD email and refer to online information via www.ucd.ie and the University’s websites.

University College Dublin does not maintain any editorial control or take responsibility for the material published under the Students’ Union banner (including the UCDSU handbook). University College Dublin accepts no liability for any loss or damage howsoever arising as a result of use, or reliance on this information.

http://www.ucd.ie

http://www.ucd.ie/students

http://www.ucd.ie/students/registration

http://www.ucd.ie/registry/adminservices/fees

http://www.ucd.ie/registry

http://www.ucd.ie/programmeoffices

http://www.ucd.ie/graduatestudies

http://www.ucd.ie/studentdesk/contact

http://www.ucd.ie/advisers

http://www.ucd.ie/registry/academicsecretariat

http://www.ucd.ie/computing

http://www.ucd.ie/library

http://www.ucd.ie/sport

http://www.ucd.ie/sportandfitness

http://www.ucd.ie/residences

http://www.ucdsu.ie

http://www.facebook.com/ucdregistry

http://www.ucd.ie

2013/2014The UCD Student Guide and Diary contains important information about being a student, helpful advice to ensure you get the most from your time at UCD and includes a handy diary which highlights some important dates.

You will find details on a range of student supports and on-campus services, also information on important policies and regulations of the University that you, as a student, are required to observe.

An abridged version of the regulations is contained within the UCD Student Guide and the full text can be found at www.ucd.ie/registry/academicsecretariat/pol_regs.htm You must read them and be aware that you are bound by their provisions.

We hope that you find this guide useful during the year.

Welcome to the official UCD Student Guide and Diary

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

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

Ba mhaith linn fáilte mhór chroíúil a chur romhat, cibé an mac léinn nua tú i UCD nó ag leanúint i mbun léinn atá tú anseo. Ollscoil Eorpach chomhaimseartha í UCD a bhfuil traidisiún láidir agus mórtasach aici agus a bhfuil cáil idirnáisiúnta uirthi maidir le caighdeán an teagaisc agus an taighde a dhéantar inti. Tá oideachas curtha againn ar ghlúnta céimithe uaillmhianacha a chuidigh le hÉire an lae inniu a mhúnlú agus a d’imir ról tábhachtach domhanda. Tá UCD tiomanta timpeallacht oideachais uilechuimsitheach a chur ar fáil do na mic léinn ar fad, cuirimid dínit agus meas chun cinn i measc na mac léinn agus na foirne araon. UCD an ollscoil is mó in Éirinn agus ar fáil ann tá réimse cuimsitheach clár céime agus iarchéime. Is muid an t-aon ollscoil in Éirinn a chuireann curaclam lán-mhodúlaithe, roinnte i seimeastair agus creidiúint-bhunaithe ar fáil – UCD Horizons. Tugann sin deiseanna duitse cur le do chuid oideachais nó díriú ar an réimse is spéis leatsa.

Tá áiseanna den scoth ar an gcampas chun tacú le teagasc agus le foghlaim agus réimse eile seirbhísí lena chinntiú go mbainfidh tú gach sult agus tairbhe as do thréimhse anseo, ar bhonn oideachais agus pearsanta. Tá réimse breá áiseanna leabharlainne agus ríomhaireachta san Ollscoil agus tiocfaidh tú ar go leor acmhainní ar an gcampas agus lasmuigh de le tacú leat foghlaim ar líne. I measc a gcuid áiseanna spóirt den chéad scoth tá linn snámha 50 méadar, ar mhéid linnte na gCluichí Oilimpeacha agus giom den chéad scoth. Tá os cionn leathchéad club spóirt san Ollscoil agus na céadta cumann mór le rá, lena n-áirítear an Cumann Litríochta agus Staire ( L&H), a bhaineann leas anois as an seomra breá díospóireachta nua-choimisiúnaithe Seomra Díospóireachta Garret FitzGerald.

Chomh maith leis sin tá seirbhísí iontacha sláinte, leasa agus comhairleoireachta againn do mhic léinn chun do leasa le linn do sheal i UCD.

Roghnaigh tú UCD chun oideachas den chéad scoth a fháil. Molaimid duit an oiread tairbhe agus is féidir a bhaint as UCD agus a bheith páirteach i ngnéithe éagsúla de shaol an champais fad is atá tú ag tabhairt faoi do chúrsa léinn roghnaithe.

Tá súil agam go mbainfidh tú sult as bliain acadúil 2013/2014

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We would like to extend a warm welcome to you, whether you are new to UCD or continuing your studies with us. UCD is a modern European University with a long and proud tradition and is renowned internationally for the quality of its teaching and research. We have educated generations of high-achieving graduates who have helped to shape modern Ireland and played major roles globally. UCD is committed to providing an inclusive educational environment for all our students and promotes dignity and respect amongst its students and staff.

UCD is the largest university in Ireland, offering a comprehensive range of undergraduate and graduate programmes. We are the only university in Ireland to offer a fully modularised, semesterised and credit-based curriculum - UCD Horizons. This opens up opportunities for you to broaden your education or concentrate on an area of particular interest to you.

There are excellent facilities on campus to support teaching and learning, along with a range of other services to ensure that your time here is as enjoyable and fulfilling as possible, both educationally and personally. Our libraries and computing facilities are extensive and you will find a multitude of resources available to support your online learning both on and off-campus. Our top class sports facilities include an Olympic size 50 metre swimming pool, and a state of the art gym. There are more than fifty sports clubs and over 100 societies, including the famous Literary and Historical (L&H) which now enjoys the use of the superb, newly commissioned, Garret FitzGerald debating chamber.

In addition we have excellent student health, welfare and counselling services which are available to support your wellbeing throughout your time in UCD.

You chose to attend UCD to obtain a world class education. We encourage you to make the most of it by getting involved in different aspects of campus life as you pursue your chosen course of study.

We hope you enjoy the academic year 2013/2014.

Prof. Mark Rogers Registrar and Vice-President for Academic Affairs

Dr Martin Butler Vice-President for Students

Welcome

UcD History

For more on UCD’s history visit www.ucd.ie/president/universityhistory/

Newman lived in Dublin from 1851-58 and in those years delivered the lectures and wrote the articles which later were published together as The Idea of a University, one of the most enduring texts ever written about university education.

John Henry Cardinal Newman (1801-1890) was the founding rector of UCD, originally known as the Catholic University of Ireland and subsequently as the Royal University, in 1854.

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Perhaps the best known of all its graduates is the writer James Joyce, who completed his Bachelor of Arts at the university in 1902.

The University became UCD in 1908 and a constituent college of the National University of Ireland (NUI).

NUI

In 1997, UCD became an autonomous university within the loose federal structure of the NUI and UCD students are awarded degrees of the National University of Ireland.

1997

Through its history UCD has been a major contributor to the making of modern Ireland. Many UCD students and staff participated in the struggle for Irish independence and the University has produced numerous Irish Presidents and Taoisigh (Prime Ministers), and professional, cultural and sporting leaders.

Among UCD’s well-known graduates are authors (Maeve Binchy, Roddy Doyle, Flann O’Brien), actors (Gabriel Byrne, Brendan Gleeson), directors (Neil Jordan, Jim Sheridan) and sports stars such as Irish rugby captain Brian O’Driscoll and former Manchester United and Ireland captain Kevin Moran.

http://www.ucd.ie/president/universityhistory/

UcD by NUmbers

Ranked within top 1% of higher education institutions world-wide

Number of nationalities within the student body

Number of PhD students

Number of graduate students

Number of awards conferred each year

Total number of students

Square meters of science and engineering laboratory and related facilities

Year founded by John Henry Newman

Number of international students on main campus

Number of international students on overseas campuses

Hectares making up the woodland campus

Million Euro annual turnover

Million Euro won in externally funded research in last 5 years

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1,642

7,892

133

1,854

30,870

434

5,360

125,500

457

5,568

Approximate number of annual visits to library facilities2,000,000

7,483

International staff

25%International students

22%Non-Exchequer funding

49%

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UCD Student SupportTacaíocht do Mhic Léinn 9

Please Talk Support FAQ Vice-President for Students Student Advisers Peer Mentoring Chaplains / Student Advisers Programme Offices Student DeskUCD Documents Online

Access and Lifelong LearningFinancial Support in UCD UCD International Student Health Service Books on Prescription Maths Support Centre UCD Student Complaints Office Helplines

UCD Campus Facilities Saoráidí Campais COBÁC

UCD Student CentreStudent Centre ServicesUCD Sport FacilitiesUCD Sport & Fitness Food Outlets on Campus UCD Library UCD Accommodation UCD Oakmount Crèche UCARDPhotocopying & Printing

Oakmount CrechePost Office DBC Belfield BanksShops Bookshops UCD Career Development Centre ComputersUCD Connect Campus Services

UCD LifeSaol na Mac Léinn 75

Student Societies UCD Sport UCD Get in Gear/Exercise ProgrammesUCD Community Musical UCD Fashion Show Student MediaGaisce: The Presidents’ Awards

UCD VolunteeringUCDVO UCD Campus Fundraising Policy Scholarships & Awards UCD Music Bord na Gaeilge UCD

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Academic Calendar Diary 2013/2014

DiaryDialann

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Your Full-Time Officers & ConvenorsCampaigns/Ents/Welfare & EducationSU Shops & ServicesAccommodation Advice/GaeilgeDebates/Living on the cheap

UCDSUAontas na Mac Léinn COBÁC

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Regulations and PoliciesPoster RegulationsConsumption of Alcohol on CampusStudent Code

RegulationsRialacháin agus Polasaithe

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Travelling to UCDWalking/Cycling Times MapsBuses to/from UCDBicyclesUCD Campus Map

ResourcesAcmhainní

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Graduate StudiesStaidéir Iarchéime

Section A Thinking of Graduate StudiesSection B Already in Graduate EducationSection C Enhancing Your Prospects

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Academic: Study and AssessmentsAcadúil: Staidéar agus Measúnachtaí

UCD HorizonsMaking a Success of University Learning Academic RegulationsYour feedback Your futureAcademic Policies Module Grades Explained

AssessmentsSU Education OfficeAssessment TipsExamination RegulationsAssessment Appeals Procedures

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Student SupportPlease Talk 11

Support FAQ 13

Vice-President for Students 14

Student Advisers 15

Peer Mentoring 18

Chaplains 19

Programme Offices 20

Student Desk 22

Access and Lifelong Learning 24

Supporting Mature Students 24

Supporting HEAR Students 26

Supporting Students with a Disability 27

Financial Support in UCD 28

UCD International Office 30

Student Health Service 32

Student Counselling Service 35

Books on Prescription 36

Maths Support Centre 37

Student Complaints Office 38

Helplines 39

Student Support

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UCD STUDEnT SUPPORT UCD has a large number of staff whose specific job it is to support students and look out for their welfare. Attending university can be a very difficult and stressful time for many students; financial and other worries can result in students feeling unable to cope.

If you encounter any of these issues and would like to discuss them with someone, don’t hesitate to chat with your Student Adviser, your Students’ Union Welfare Officer or anyone else listed in this section and let them know what’s on your mind.

All of these Support Systems work together to assist you with the trials and tribulations of college life:

Don’t think twice about seeking help. There’s no harm in asking.

There is no issue too big or too small.

Worrying about it may impact on your studies.

Support staff will do what they can to help put your mind at ease.

There’s no shame in seeking help;

these individuals are professionals and won’t judge you.

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PLEASE TALkPlease Talk urges students to understand that talking is a sign of strength and if you’re experiencing problems while at college, there are people to talk to. This message is promoted jointly by various support services in the University and UCD Students’ Union. These support services include: chaplains, counselors, student advisers, the welfare officer, disability support services and many more. Please Talk also doubles up as a referral website that can guide you to all these resources: www.pleasetalk.ie

The Please Talk Committee is made up of staff and students and was established in 2007 to promote the campaign and organise new ways to get the message across and support students. Since then Please Talk has run a number of events all over the UCD campus including breakfast mornings, mental health talks, a candle-lit vigil and a t-shirt competition. These events aim to increase the awareness of Please Talk but also to promote the message that talking is a sign of strength.

You too can get involved in the campaign by emailing [email protected]

www.PleaseTalk.ie

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SUPPORT FAQ

Do you know you have a Student Adviser?

I am having difficulty settling into college and I am feeling overwhelmed – who can I talk to?

I am homesick and I miss my family and friends.

Your Student Adviser is attached to your Programme and is located in your building. Going to see your Student Adviser is a good first step when you encounter problems or are having difficulties.

It is quite normal to find college daunting initially, however there are lots of support services available to you. You will find a list of people you can talk to in this diary.

Again, this is a normal feeling amongst students, especially if you are living away from home for the first time. It takes time to settle into college life, and remember many people are feeling the same; talk to other students in your class, laboratory, or tutorials. Your Peer Mentor will be organising meetings, go along to them; you will gain valuable information about student life and meet other first year students.

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I will be/have been absent from the university, what do I need to do?

I’m feeling unwell – is there a doctor on campus?

How do I get in touch with my lecturers?

I am thinking of withdrawing/interrupting/changing my programme, who should I talk to?

You should let your Module Co-ordinators know if you are absent for more than a few days. You will need to catch up on missed work and keep an eye on Blackboard. You should bring any Doctor’s Certificates or medical documentation received to your Programme Office/School and always keep a copy. If you have missed a lot of time consider completing an Extenuating Circumstances application. You can get an Extenusating Circumstances form at your Programme Office.

The UCD Health Centre is located in the Student Centre. Full details can be found on their web page: www.ucd.ie/stuhealth

Most lecturers will have office hours during the week when they are available to consult with students. You can also email them and you will find email addresses on Blackboard and the UCD Staff Directory.

You should talk to your Programme Office for advice.

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http://www.ucd.ie/stuhealth

VICE-PRESIDEnT FOR STUDEnTS The Vice-President for Students, Dr Martin Butler, has overall responsibility for the quality of your student experience. Dr Butler works with Mr Dominic O’Keeffe, Director of Student Services and Facilities, to ensure that UCD student support is of the highest quality. The Vice-President is always willing to meet any student.

Students should email [email protected] for an appointment or for information on any aspect of the UCD Student Experience.

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STUDEnT ADVISERS Student Advisers provide support for all students during their university experience. Located in all colleges, Student Advisers work in conjunction with chaplains, student health and counselling, academic and administrative staff to ensure the best outcomes for students.

We are here to help you make your time at UCD as fulfilling and enjoyable as possible. You can call to see us in relation to personal, social or practical issues. From simple requests for information to more confidential and serious matters, we will give you the time and space to talk things through.

You can find out who your Student Adviser is by checking the list on the next page according to which programme or group you are in.

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Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine

Naoimh O’Regan 201A, Veterinary Building 2.48, Agriculture Building

T: (01) 716 6085E: [email protected]

Arts and Celtic Studies

Aisling O’ GradyD001, Newman Building


Quinn School of Business

Jacqueline LevineQ020, Quinn Business School


Engineering and Architecture

Joanna Long325A, Engineering and Materials Science Centre


Social Science, Arts, College of Human Sciences

Kieran MoloneyG003, Newman Building


International, Medicine & Biomedical Health and Life Sciences

Carl LusbyUCD International, Gerard Manley Hopkins CentreC2.16, Health Sciences Centre

T: (01) 716 8406/6632E: [email protected]

Law, Graduate School of Business

Nadia ClarkinE119, Smurfit Business School, Blackrock Campus127, Roebuck Castle, Belfield

T: (01) 716 8953 (Smurfit) (01) 716 8790 (Law)E: [email protected]

STUDEnT ADVISERS

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Mature Students

Ronan Murphy G101, Newman Building


HEAR Students

Jennifer Murphy103, Tierney Building


Nursing & Midwifery, Physiotherapy, Radiography, Health & Performance Science and Sports & Exercise Management

Anna FarrellC1.19, Health Sciences Centre


Science

Aoife FitzgeraldH1.39, Science Education and Research Centre Hub


Science

Paola CarrettoniH1.40, Science Education and Research Centre Hub


Students with a Disability

Julie TongeJames Joyce Library Building


Student Support Officer

Nikki DillonSchool of Computer Science and Informatics, A1.16, Computer Science Building

T: (01) 716 2476 (part-time during the academic semesters)

STUDEnT ADVISERS

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PEER MEnTORIngUCD offers first year undergraduate students an opportunity to be part of a peer mentoring programme. This programme aims to provide first years with ongoing peer support during their first year at UCD. Mentors are students themselves and meet with first years a number of times during the year to discuss any problems or challenges that arise while settling into college life.

The Peer Mentoring programme is coordinated by the Student Advisers and the Engagement Officer for the BA.

STUDENT ENGAGEMENT OFFICER FOR THE BA

G002, Newman Building

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CHAPLAInS /STUDEnT ADVISERS The chaplains are part of the network of support involved in the whole student experience within UCD. They seek to help students achieve the goals of a holistic education and well-being in life. They participate in the normal day-to-day life of the university community. They are also involved with student societies, overseas volunteer projects, charity events, cultural projects and work on various student welfare committees.

If you are having particular difficulties in settling into university life the chaplaincy team can help you or point you in the right direction for relevant advice. They are based in the different schools throughout the campus. For updated information on all events, associated groups and liturgical services run by the chaplaincy unit visit the website at: www.ucd.ie/chaplaincy

Gillian KingstonRoom G004, Newman Building


John McNerneyRoom Q126, Quinn School of Business


Leon Ó Giolláin S.J.Room B3.02, Health Sciences Centre


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http://www.ucd.ie/chaplaincy




PROgRAMME OFFICES

Programme Offices help you with any concern or query relating to your degree programme. They are the first point of contact for students who may have questions about their course, e.g. registration, absences, timetable and assessments.

www.ucd.ie/programmeoffices

Agriculture and Food Science Programme Office

Irene Rose

Rm G10, Ag. and Food Science Centre

(01) 716 7194 [email protected]

Veterinary Medicine Programme Office

Trish Scaife

Rm 202, Vet. Sciences Centre


Arts, Celtic Studies & Human Sciences Programme Office

BA Full Time (Paula Fogarty)

Newman Building (01) 7168562 [email protected]

BSocSc/BA Part Time (Colin MacMahon)

Newman Building (Ground Floor)

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mailto:[email protected]/[email protected]

Business Programme Office

BComm (Orlaith McGourty)

Rm Q021, Quinn Building (01) 716 4786 [email protected]

BComm (International) (Déirdre Linehan-O’Brien)

Rm Q021, Quinn Building (01) 716 4729 [email protected]

BSc Economics and Finance and BBL (Margaret Maher)

Quinn Building, Q021 (01) 716 4787 [email protected]

Engineering and Architecture Programme Office

Engineering (Debra Heeny)

Rm 122, Engineering and Materials Science Centre


Architecture and Landscape Architecture (Erin O’Malley)

Rm 122, Engineering and Materials Science Centre


Health Sciences Programme Office

Health Sciences Centre (01) 716 6686 [email protected]

Law Programme Office

BCL (Maureen Reynolds)

School of Law (01) 716 8700 [email protected]

BBL (Margaret Maher)

Rm Q021, Quinn School (01) 716 4787 [email protected]

Nursing, Midwifery & Health Systems Programme Office

Tina Saul

Rm B106, Health Sciences Centre


Public Health, Physiotherapy and Population Science Programme Office

Room G1, Woodview House


Science Programme Office

Ciara Cloak

Room E1.09, 1st Floor, Science East

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STUDEnT DESkThe Student Desk is the central point of contact for most of the general services students will require during their time in UCD. The Student Desk provides assistance with the following:

For online official documents such as Certificates of Attendance and Statements of Results please visit our web page: www.ucd.ie/studentdesk/contact

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

» Registration queries

» Fees and grants queries

» Student card collection

» Academic record requests

» Certificates of attendance

» Resetting SIS accounts

» Printing bank giros

» Form stamping

For opening hours please check our website

T: (01) 716 1555 | W: www.ucd.ie/studentdesk/contact

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Academic Transcripts. Academic

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Results. Fees receipts. Academic Transcripts. Academic State-

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Attendance. Statement of Results. Fees receipts. Academic Transcripts.

Academic Statement. Letter of Attendance. Statement of Results. Fees

receipts. Academic Transcripts. Academic Statement. Letter of Attendance.

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Transcripts. Academic Statement. Letter of Attendance. Statement of

Results. Fees receipts. Academic Transcripts. Academic

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ment of Results. Fees

receipts.

Get your UCD Documents ONLINEFree of charge. No queuing. No waiting.

www.ucd.ie/studentdesk

http://www.ucd.ie/studentdesk

Access & Lifelong Learning (ALL) works with the University’s Schools and Programmes to meet UCD’s widening participation targets.

A range of pre and post entry personal and academic supports are provided for mature students, those from socio-disadvantaged backgrounds and students with a disability. ALL provides volunteer opportunities for UCD students through its suite of outreach initiatives in schools and communities in the Leinster area.

ACCESS & LIFELOng LEARnIng

Supporting Mature Students on UCD Access Courses

Access Courses are designed to equip mature students with the skills and confidence required to progress to an undergraduate degree programme. There are two access courses for mature learners; Access to Arts, Human Sciences Programme, and Access to Science & Engineering Programme.

ThOMOND COOGAN

Adult Education Access Co-ordinator,

Adult Education Centre, Library Building, UCD

T: (01) 716 7584 | E: [email protected]

W: www.ucd.ie/openingworlds

Mature Years Access Courses

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Supporting Mature Students on degree programmes

UCD is aware that entering university can be a big change in life and lifestyle for many mature students. Mature students often juggle many roles including parent, spouse/partner and breadwinner, along with their new role as a student.

The Mature Student Adviser offers support to mature students in registering and succeeding at university. Services offered by the Adviser include:

» Pre-enrolment writing academy

» Mature Student Orientation Day

» Academic and personal advising

» One on one support

» Financial and resource referrals

» Close links with UCD’s Mature Student Society

RONAN MuRPhy

UCD Mature Student Adviser

G101, Newman Building, UCD, Belfield



ACCESS & LIFELOng LEARnIng Mature Students

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ACCESS & LIFELOng LEARnIng HEAR Student Adviser

Supporting HEAR Students

The HEAR Student Adviser provides a wide range of personal, financial, academic and social supports that HEAR students can avail of while studying in UCD including:

» Access Centre Orientation Programme

» Financial assistance

» Academic support

» First Year Peer Mentoring

» First Year Peer-Assisted Learning

» Regular social events

» Ongoing personal support

Students can apply through the Higher Education Access Route (HEAR).

For more information please contact:

JENNY MURPHY

UCD HEAR Student Adviser

103, Tierney Building, UCD


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ACCESS & LIFELOng LEARnIng

Supporting Students with a Disability

Students with a variety of disabilities including physical and sensory disabilities, dyslexia, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Asperger’s syndrome, mental health issues and significant ongoing medical conditions including cystic fibrosis and diabetes can register for a range of post entry supports which can include some or all of the following services:

» Orientation Programme

» Academic and learning support

» Assistive technology support

» Academic and examination accommodations

» Ongoing personal support

The service also promotes disability awareness throughout the University and works with academic and support staff to achieve this.

Registration is confidential. In order to register, a letter from a medical consultant or an educational psychologist’s report is required. The psychologist’s report must be no more than five years old. When the student with a disability registers with the service, he or she will then meet with the Disability Adviser, who having carried out a needs assessment for the individual student, will then put in place an individual learning plan.

For more information please contact:

JULIE TONGE

Disability Student Adviser

James Joyce Library Building



Disability Support

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FInAnCIAL SUPPORT In UCDUCD has a range of financial supports to help students who encounter financial difficulties while at UCD. These funds are supported by funds received from the European Social Fund (ESF). This funding can vary from year to year. If you find yourself in financial difficulties please contact one of the following: SU Welfare Officer, Student Advisers or Chaplains, who will provide you with information on the supports available for you.

Details of UCD’s Financial Support schemes can be found at:

www.ucd.ie/studentadvisers/financial.html

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UCD InTERnATIOnAL UCD International offers a wide range of support services to international students as well as to Irish students wishing to study abroad on exchange programmes. International students make up 20% of the UCD population and represent over 124 countries. Studying at UCD means joining a cosmopolitan community.

The services offered by UCD International include:

» Supporting incoming and outgoing exchange students

» Pre-arrival information for new international students

» A dedicated International Student Adviser who advises/assists on a range of issues both practical and personal

» An exciting and engaging orientation and international welcome

» A creative events programme with activities both on and off campus

» UCD Global Lounge - a vibrant and unique space for students engaging in international activities. Facilities include 12 individual screens with international satellite reception, X-Box/iPod docking stations and presentation facilities.

» A range of events take place throughout the academic session and full details are available at: www.ucd.ie/international/current-students/global-lounge. Students can also book the lounge for international focused activities and events.

CARL LuSby

International Student Adviser

UCD International, Gerard Manley Hopkins Centre

C2.16, Health Sciences

T: +353 1 716 8406/6632

E: [email protected]

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Gerard Manley Hopkins Centre

T: +353 1 716 8500


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STUDEnT HEALTH SERVICE The Student Health Service provides on-campus medical 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 envisaged as an addition to the student’s 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, especially if they are Dublin based. The Student Health Service is located in the Student Centre on the Belfield Campus. All consultations are treated in strict confidence.

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Doctor & Nurse Appointments

All consultations with the doctor are by appointment only. Please contact us by telephone or call into the Student Health Service to make an appointment. Please book a routine appointment for non-urgent problems or to follow up a pre-existing condition in advance. If you need to see a doctor urgently you should contact us in the morning to avail of our daily clinic for urgent appointments only. These appointments are designed to cater for one urgent condition and will be slightly shorter than a normal consultation.

In addition to normal consultations, certain ancillary services are provided. These include STI screenings, contraception, travel vaccinations and sports injury appointments.

OPENING HOURS

Monday - Friday: 9.30am - 12.30pm/2.00pm - 4.30pm

Additional Clinics in term time strictly by appointment

Early morning: Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday: 8.30am - 9.30am

Lunchtime Clinic: Tuesday & Thursday: 1.00pm-2.00pm

Evening Clinic: Monday & Thursday: 5.00pm - 6.30pm

During the summer months a reduced service is available. Please consult the Student Health Service website: www.ucd.ie/stuhealth

T: (01) 716 3133/3134

OuT-OF-hOuRS SERviCES

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Mon. - Fri.: 6.00pm - 10.00pm Weekends & Bank Holidays: 10.00am - 6.00pm

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Contractors

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Mumps Information

Mumps is an acute viral illness that potentially causes fever, headache and painful swollen glands, as well as serious complications. It is spread from person to person by coughs and sneezes. It can also be transmitted by direct contact through saliva.

REDUCE THE RISK – GET THE VACCINE

MMR Vaccinations are provided by the UCD Student Health Service. For more information visit www.ucd.ie/stuhealth/mumps

Charges

Charges for services offered by the UCD Student Health Service can be found on www.ucd.ie/stuhealth

Please note payment for your consultation must be paid at the time of your consultation.

HSE Medical Card

UCD Student Health Service does not have a General Medical Services (GMS) contract and is therefore unable to provide this service. Students who wish to avail of these services should contact their own GP. The Student Health Service will inform students if the GMS status changes.

If you require more information on this or other health-related issues please visit: www.ucd.ie/stuhealth

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STUDEnT COUnSELLIng SERVICEThe UCD Student Counselling Service is committed to supporting positive student mental health and well-being. Its aim is to provide easily accessible support for students when personal issues arise that affect their happiness, well-being, capacity to cope, relationships or learning.

Just as in any group of people, students can encounter difficulties, particularly in the transition from school to college or at times of pressure during college years. Difficulties can range from minor concerns and stresses to major life crises. Although in many cases students may find ways to deal with these issues themselves or with the support of friends and family, there are times when it is beneficial to seek professional help. Counselling offers students the opportunity to get this professional help, to think about new ways of addressing difficulties and to be supported while doing so.

The Service

The Student Counselling Service is a confidential, individual counselling service to students of the University. The service is located in the Student Centre. At the first meeting between a student and a counsellor, the counsellor will explain how the service works and answer any questions that a student may have. The service is resourced by clinical psychologists, counselling psychologists and counsellors.

Times of Service

Consultations are by appointment.

Monday to Friday: 9.30am - 5.00pm

T: (01) 716 3133 /3143

W: www.ucd.ie/studentcounselling

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BOOkS On PRESCRIPTIOn University life, although exciting, can be difficult and challenging. The professional staff in the UCD Student Health Centre, in conjunction with the UCD Library Service, has put together a selection of books to inform and promote the student’s sense of health and well-being.

These books cover a wide range of topics including:

Confidentiality

Library staff members are professionals and will treat you with respect and discretion. They will not divulge any personal information about individual borrowing.

» Mental health

» Spirituality

» Physical health

» Nutrition

» Sexual Health

» Sport

» Cookery

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MATHS SUPPORT CEnTRESome programmes in UCD require you to take a module in Mathematics or Statistics, while other programmes that do not may still require you to have a solid understanding of these disciplines. The Maths Support Centre (MSC) provides free support to any UCD student who may need additional help with Mathematics or Statistics. We are located in the James Joyce Library in a comfortable room with a welcoming and relaxed environment.

The MSC operates on a drop-in basis during our opening hours and there is no need to book ahead. Support is provided on a one-to-one or small-group basis by a team of friendly and very experienced tutors. For further information on our location and opening hours please see our website: www.ucd.ie/msc

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UCD STUDEnT COMPLAInTS OFFICE UCD is committed to providing the highest possible level of service and support to students. However, there may be occasions when a student wishes to make a complaint. UCD’s Student Complaint Policy provides guidance to students and can be found at: www.ucd.ie/registry/academicsecretariat/studentcomplaint.htm

As a student you have the right to lodge a complaint against a school, service or individual in the University if you feel that your legitimate expectations are not being met. Your grounds for complaint may relate to areas including:

» Teaching and academic facilities

» Academic services

» On-campus accommodation

» Student support services

» Administrative services

» Alleged actions or inaction by the University or a member of its staff

Your complaint should initially be raised as near as possible to the point at which the problem occurred - in the school or University service - and should be pursued informally in the first instance. However, if your complaint cannot be resolved informally at local level, UCD has adopted a procedure which also allows for complaints to be pursued, impartially and objectively, at a formal level. The Student Complaints Office manages the formal procedure to be followed if and when the complaint has not been resolved informally. Information about the Student Complaints Procedure is available at: www.ucd.ie/registry/academicsecretariat/studentcomplaint.htm

If a student remains dissatisfied at the end of UCD’s complaints process they may take the complaint to the Office of the Ombudsman: www.ombudsman.gov.ie/en

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HELPLInES

Alcoholics Anonymous (01) 842 0700

1850 609 090Samaritans

1890 303 302Aware

Bodywhys 1890 200 444

1800 778 888Rape Crisis Centre

(01) 872 1055Gay Switchboard

One in Four (01) 662 4070

(01) 668 1108Wellwoman Centre

One Family 1890 662 212

Positive Options free text LIST to 50444

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Student Centre Services 44

UCD Sport Facilities 46

UCD Sport & Fitness 48

Food Outlets on Campus 50

UCD Library 52

UCD Accommodation 54

UCARD 56

Photocopying & Printing 58

UCD Oakmount Crèche 60

Post Office 61

DBC Belfield 61

Banks 62

Shops 63

Bookshops 64

UCD Career Development Centre 65

Computers 66

UCD Connect 68

Campus Services 70

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UCD STUDEnT CEnTREThe UCD Student Centre is the heart of the campus experience, where all students can relax and enjoy their college life. The centre is also the home of the UCD Students’ Union and all of the UCD Societies. In the Student Centre you can spend time in our state of the art 3D cinema where we will be screening the latest blockbusters and classics. If you prefer, why not attend any number of great events in our new drama theatre or debating chamber. Within the Student Centre you can also find a 600 seat auditorium, meeting rooms, a new TV studio, radio pod, seminar room, medical centre, trap pool hall, pharmacy, barber, newsagent and great places to eat or just chill out.

CINEMAThe Student Centre is home to a luxury 88 seat cinema with full 3D and surround sound capability. The cinema programme will include blockbuster and art house films, giving UCD students the opportunity to see great movies without even leaving the campus. In addition to our showings, societies and clubs like Filmsoc and Sci-fi Soc often hold screenings and host a number of events in the comfortable surroundings of the cinema.

The cinema schedule can be found at: www.ucd.ie/studentcentre/ucdcinema

STUDENT CENTRE OPENiNG hOuRS

Monday - Friday: 8.00am - 10.00pm, Saturday 9.00am - 6.00pm

T: 01 716 3810 | E: [email protected] | E: [email protected]

For more information visit us online at: www.ucd.ie/studentcentre

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STUDEnT CEnTRE SERVICES

PROCARE PHARMACyUCD The on-campus pharmacy is located within the Student Centre and is committed to providing low prices and excellent service to all students and staff. All prescription schemes are dispensed. The pharmacy specialises in sports nutrition, supplying the full range of Kinetica Sports Nutrition supplements. Other services include the processing of passport photos (useful for J1 applications) and a broad range of cosmetics.

OPENiNG hOuRS

Monday - Friday: 9.00am - 5.30pm Opening hours may vary outside of term time

T: (01) 716 3144 | F: (01) 260 4845 E: [email protected]

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CAFé BRAvARestaurant serving everything from freshly ground coffee and snacks to a full lunch and fast food. Full breakfast buffet from 8.00am, extensive lunch buffet from 11.30am, with snacks and fast food served all day.

OPENING HOURS

Monday - Friday: 8.00am - 6.00pm

POOLSIDE CAFéHealthy-eating restaurant serving a variety of breakfast and lunch dishes, panini, pasta, freshly made soups, salads, pies and snacks. Special dietary needs are catered for.

OPENING HOURS

Monday - Friday: 7.00am - 9.00pm Saturday - Sunday: 9.00am - 6.00pm

THE CLUBHOUSE BARSports bar serving food and drinks served all day.

OPENING HOURS

Monday – Friday: 11.00am - 11.30pm

T: (01) 716 3147

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UCD SPORTUCD Sport is home to a superb range of indoor and outdoor facilities:

» 12 natural-grass pitches on campus, including the UCD Bowl, home ground to both UCD RFC and UCD AFC

» five floodlit tennis courts

» six synthetic 5-a-side pitches

» a sand-based hockey pitch

» a synthetic rugby pitch

» a synthetic GAA pitch

» a synthetic 11-a-side soccer pitch

» the National Hockey Stadium.

» three multi-purpose sports halls

» four squash courts

» a handball/racquetball alley

» climbing wall

» changing facilities for indoor and outdoor sports.

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OPENING HOURS

indoor halls, Courts,Classes, Camps & Pitches


Saturday/Sunday: 10.00am -5.00pm

Bank Holidays: Closed

T: (01) 716 3839

For more info: www.ucd.ie/sport

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UCD SPORT AnD FITnESS

50M POOL AND GyMS At the centre of the UCD Sport & Fitness complex is a ten-lane Olympic-sized 5Om pool. With an adjustable floor, we have the resources to cater for a variety of activities, including swimming lessons and aqua-aerobics. Our state-of-the-art gyms have over 150 pieces of cardiovascular and resistance equipment. The gyms contain large ‘free-weights’ areas which have been designed to suit a wide range of individual needs. If you prefer to try something different, UCD Sport & Fitness also offers a wide variety of fitness classes in our purpose built spinning and dance studios. After your workout you can relax in our luxurious Tepidarium which includes a steam room, jacuzzi, sauna and relaxation lounger.

STUDENT MEMBERSHIP ‘Student Gym’ membership entitles current UCD students to free access to UCD Sport & Fitness Gym and The Performance gym. Students that have signed up to ‘Student Gym’ membership can gain access to the pool area on a pay-as-you-go basis of €4 per session. Alternatively, students can pay a once off annual charge of €99 for unlimited access to the pool area. To gain access, please log onto www.ucd.ie/sportandfitness/stumembership

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MAiN GyM AND POOL Monday - Friday: 6.00am – 11.00pm Student Restriction from 5.15pm - 8.45pm in main gym Saturday and Sunday: 8.00am – 6.00pm STuDENT PERFORMANCE GyM Monday – Friday [during UCD term]: 8am – 10pm

T: (01) 716 3800

For more info: www.ucd.ie/sportandfitness

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ARTS CAFé Newman Building

8.00am - 9.00pm 8.00am - 6.00pm 8.00 am - 2.00pm

Monday-Thursday Friday Saturday

STARbuCKS Quinn School

8.00am - 6.00pm 9.00am - 2.00pm

Monday - Friday Saturday

STARbuCKS Conway Institute

8.00am - 5.00pm Monday – Friday

READERS DELi James Joyce Building

8.00am - 8.00pm 8.00am - 3.00pm

Monday - Friday Saturday

EARLS DELi Richview


PuLSE CAFé Health Sciences building


EARLS DELi Vet Sciences building


bLACKROCK RESTAuRANT


RANDAL’S REST Gerard Manley Hopkins Centre

8.00am – 7.00pm Monday - Friday

iNSOMNiA Nova UCD

9.30am – 2.30pm Monday - Friday

FOOD OUTLETS On CAMPUS

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UCD LIBRARyWhat we offer:

» Five libraries with friendly staff to help you

» 3,150 reading places for quiet study

» Group study rooms and new social learning space

» Resources: printed books/articles; audiovisual materials; ebooks and full text

» Self-issue/return terminals to avoid queues

» Wireless and wired network access: work on your laptop/tablet, on PCs we provide, or avail of our laptop loan service

» Printing & photocopying facilities

» Workshop and online information skills training

ACCESS TO UCD LIBRARy & SERvICESAll students can use any of our site libraries: Blackrock, James Joyce, Health Sciences, Richview and Veterinary Medicine. Your student card is your library card, so please bring your ID card with you when you visit. You need it to enter the Library, for borrowing books, and other library services such as booking study rooms or laptops.

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The Library Welcome for New Students

During the first few weeks of term visit our New Student Desk, go on a library tour, take advantage of any other special events, check our special web pages for new students - or ask any member of staff for assistance.

Explore the Library Website www.ucd.ie/library

The home Page: today’s opening hours and quick resource searching.

Explore the site: The Finding information section our complete range of tools for finding information.

The Supporting your Learning section help with starting your assignment, citing references, creating bibliographies, avoiding plagiarism – all key skills for completing term papers and assignments.

The using the Library section how many items you can borrow and for how long.

The ‘My Library’ tab in the student portal UCD Connect

Access your library account online here, renew your loans. Searching for print and online information is also available here.

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Download the UCD mobile app which includes library information and catalogue search; browse our mobile website; browse our mobile friendly version of the catalogue – you can check opening hours, find and request books, and renew loans, all when on the go.

Facebook, Twitter, youTube

Follow the links at the bottom of every Library web page and explore what we have to offer you in these online environments.

Talk to Us

If you need help ask Library staff – or get in touch with us in the way that suits you best, all listed on our Contact Us web page: www.ucd.ie/library/using_the_library/contact_us

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UCD ACCOMMODATIOnUCD’s on-campus accommodation offers a number of options to students on both the Belfield and Blackrock campuses, as well as an off-campus option in our catered residence in Muckross Halls, Donnybrook.

Comprising of accommodation for 2,700 students, the residences vary from traditional Halls of residence-style accommodation with shared kitchen and dining facilities, to catered accommodation and self-catering apartments for up to six students. Facilities also include a gym, laundry, printing facility and a ‘Res Life’ program to build community spirit within the residence. ‘Res Life’ is growing with each year and we are developing social spaces in each residence, with new games rooms having opened this year in Belgrove, Roebuck and Glenomena.

ALLOCATION OF ACCOMMODATIONAccommodation is allocated in accordance with the allocation policy, available online at www.ucd.ie/residences.

Accommodation is assigned in advance of the commencement of the academic year, however, vacancies occasionally occur during the academic year. The key people you will deal with on a day-to-day basis can be contacted through our central support office in Merville. Our Residential Services Team staffs the office during normal business hours, Monday to Friday, and our Residential Assistants are available throughout the evenings and weekends.

For further information, including online booking, please refer to the residences website at www.ucd.ie/residences.

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RESIDENCES The Residences centres are located around the southern side of the Belfield campus and on the Blackrock campus. Each Residence location has a Reception Office which operates clinic hours during the day.

The Reception Offices will be able to deal with all of your needs including check-in, general queries, maintenance requests and more. We also have a dedicated Accommodation Booking and Support Office for all booking queries including off-campus options. During the summer months please contact our summer office in Merville Residences.

OPENING HOURS

Residences Central Office (Merville) 8.00am - 2.00am 7 days a week

Local Residence offices: Open Monday - Friday. RA’s on duty from 5.00pm

T: (01) 716 1031 | E: [email protected] | W: www.ucd.ie/residences

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UCARD The University provides its students with non-transferable, personalised UCARDs. UCARD allows for the identification of students while on University property and provides access to a wide range of facilities and services through its integrated smart-card technology.

UCARD is the campus smart-card which is integrated into the University Student card. The objective of the UCARD is to put in place a common campus card to serve the many current and anticipated uses in UCD.

The electronic purse is used for various services on campus from catering outlets, laundry, photocopying & printing and much more. Your UCARD is easily managed via an online portal in SISWeb which can be accessed from any PC. From the ‘MY UCARD’ tab in SISWeb you can load credit onto the card with your laser or credit/debit card, view your card balance, most recent transactions and loyalty UPOINTS earned, and, if necessary, ‘hotlist’ your card which deactivates it if it has been lost. A list of where to top-up and use your UCARD is in the ‘MY UCARD’ tab.

Your student UCARD ensures that facilities are appropriately accessed and utilised and that the University community is protected from the actions of persons not registered in the University. Your student UCARD remains the property of UCD at all times.

T: 01 716 7166 | E: [email protected] | W: www.ucd.ie/ucard

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If you’re a returning UCD student, you will not have to queue each year for a new card. Your current UCARD is designed to last you for the duration of your programme in UCD. Only new students or students changing programme (e.g. going from a Bachelor degree to a Masters) will be issued with a student UCARD this year. For more information visit www.ucd.ie/ucard/about-ucards/student-ucard

Terms of UseThe use of your UCARD is governed by the UCARD Terms and Conditions. When you use your UCARD you are deemed to have accepted these conditions. These conditions are supplemental to and should be read in conjunction with the overall UCARD conditions which may be amended from time to time. Please visit www.ucd.ie/ucard for the full Terms and Conditions of use.

Photograph Guidelines Students must upload their photograph in advance and ensure that the photograph on their UCD Student UCARD meets the following requirements: » The photograph should show a full

front view of the student’s head and shoulders as they would normally appear.

» The expression should be neutral, with both eyes open and mouth closed. There should be no hair covering the eyes. Contrived expressions such as raised eyebrows, squinting or frowning are not acceptable.

» Sunglasses and hats are not acceptable. Only head coverings worn for religious reasons are permitted.

For further information visit: www.ucd.ie/ucard/ucard-services/get-a-ucard

For lost, stolen or misused UCARDs:

Hotlist your card on your My UCARD portal

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PHOTOCOPyIng & PRInTIng Photocopiers/Printers can be found in most buildings in UCD. To operate them you need your student UCARD, which can be obtained from the UCARD Bureau located in the James Joyce Library, (Ground Floor) behind Readers Cafe.

COPI-PRINT Copi-Print offers photocopying, printing, stationery and binding services and have bureaux in the Newman Building, Quinn and Smurfit Business Schools.

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UCD OAkMOUnT CRèCHE The UCD 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 approximately 112 children. It is situated near the Clonskeagh entrance, is surrounded by beautiful, picturesque woodland and is very fortunate to have two well-equipped gardens where children can play, explore and have fun in a safe environment.

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. Each case is taken on individual merit and is means-tested. The maximum subsidy available is 50% of the crèche fee. Terms and conditions apply to the new part-time option. For more information contact Oakmount Crèche.

To receive a nursery information pamphlet, make an appointment for a centre tour, or if you have any further enquiries, please contact the centre manager, JENNIFER KINSELLA.

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POST OFFICEThe Post Office can be found in the Gerard Manley Hopkins Centre behind the staircase.

OPENING HOURS (MONDAY - FRIDAY)

In Term: 9.30am - 1.30pm, 2.15pm - 5.30pm Out of term: 9.30am - 1.00pm, 2.15pm - 5.30pm

T: (01) 716 8253

DBC BELFIELDDBC Belfield is UCD’s Chartered Physiotherapy & Sports Medicine Clinic located on-campus. This state-of-the-art facility is located at the UCD Institute for Sport and Health (Newstead Building Block C).

DBC Belfield has over 12 years’ experience in providing successful treatment to people with musculoskeletal injuries. The team includes sports specialist physiotherapists and doctors dedicated to bringing you the best available treatment and rehabilitation. All musculoskeletal problems from sporting injuries to those study aches and pains are treated, in addition to revolutionary care for spinal injuries, as well as gait analysis and orthotics.

DBC Belfield offers a discounted rate to UCD students and staff.

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BAnkSAIBAIB operate a branch, situated in the centre of the Belfield campus, providing student and graduate banking facilities including specialised loans. AIB offers a Student Plus Account which might be worth checking out. Students are welcome to phone (01) 269 4499 or call in to the campus branch.

AIB OPENING HOURS

Monday, Tuesday, Friday: 10.00am - 4.00pm Wednesday: 10.30am - 4.00pm Thursday: 10.00am - 5.00pm

BANK OF IRELANDBank of Ireland has a Student Store 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 located beside the Montrose Hotel.

BOI OPENING HOURS

Student store (only open in term) Monday, Tuesday, Friday: 10.00am - 4.00pm Wednesday: 10.30am - 4.00pm Thursday: 10.00am - 5.00pm

BOI Montrose T: (01) 2696677 Monday, Tuesday, Friday: 10.00am - 4.00pm Wednesday: 10.30am - 4.00pm Thursday: 10.00am - 5.00pm

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Gerard Manley Hopkins Centre

Beside Readers cafe

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SHOPS

UCD Students’ Union Shops

There are a wide range of shops on the Belfield campus. The UCD Students’ Union run four of the shops. Products vary in each but you will find a selection of confectionery, hot/soft drinks, sandwiches, wraps and rolls, newspapers, travel cards, phone top-ups and stationery, among other things. The main SU shop, located in the Library Building, also sells UCD merchandise such as hoodies, scarves and bags. The Science Building shop sells lab coats for students. The focus of these shops is to provide students with their everyday needs in a friendly and cost competitive manner. Full details of the range of products, weekly deals and competitions can be found at the SU website.

SU Shops Opening hours:

Library Building: 9.00am - 9.00pm | Science: 9.00am - 5.00pm

Student Centre: 8.30am - 6pm | Engineering Building: 9.00am - 2.00pm

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BOOkSHOPS

THE CAMPUS BOOKSHOPThe Campus Bookshop, located on the concourse of the James Joyce library building, sells a wide variety of books including prescribed textbooks. A special order service is also available.

OPENING HOURS

Monday – Friday 9.00am – 5.30pm [extended opening hours at the beginning of each semester]

T: (01) 2691384 E: [email protected]

THE SECOND-HAND BOOKSTOREThe Second-hand Bookstore, run by the Students’ Union, is located on the ground floor of the Student Centre. Here you can buy or sell second-hand books.

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UCD CAREER DEVELOPMEnT CEnTRE The UCD Career Development Centre offers careers education, guidance and information to all students at UCD. We help you to make decisions about your future, develop your skills for employment, explore employment opportunities and apply for graduate study.

You can discuss career options with a Career Development Adviser and attend Career Seminars throughout the academic year. For a full schedule visit www.ucd.ie/careers. Our careers information room covers, employing organisations and graduate study in Ireland and globally. A wide range of information is available to take home. Throughout the year careers and employer events, graduate vacancies, summer internships, graduate study and training opportunities are advertised on our website, notice boards and regular bulletins.

Our annual Careers Fairs are held in October, November and February, when employers visit the campus to tell students about vacancies and selection procedures. For a full list of participants visit our website.

UCD CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTRE

James Joyce Library Building (beside the Campus Bookshop)

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Computers The UCD campus is wireless enabled. All students have access to computers, high-speed internet, 30GB combined Gmail and Google Drive storage space, plus a personal calendar. A wide range of other services are also available including academic software which can be accessed online 24/7.

Labs, sUas and Laptop areasAs well as PC labs, look out for ‘Stand Up and Surf’ PCs (SUAS) dotted around campus, they give you convenient access to email and internet browsing if you’re on the run. You will also find many laptop areas offering easy access to the wired and wireless networks. All the main campus buildings are wireless enabled.

HeLp and advice - it centresFree help and advice on IT is offered through three IT Centres located in the Daedalus, Newman and Health Sciences buildings. Laptop loans are also available from the IT Centres. See the IT Services website for more info.

IT ServICeS HeLPDeSk

T: (01) 716 2700 | e: [email protected] | W: www.ucd.ie/it

acceptabLe Use poLicy UCD Students are reminded to read and observe the University’s Acceptable Use Policy which requests users of IT facilities to ‘behave reasonably in your use of the university computer resources.’ Users are also reminded that ‘deliberate wasteful use of resources and time could lead to a withdrawal of services or severe disciplinary action’. Please also behave reasonably in your use of the email service provided and regarding the content of emails you send. remember that IT use comes under UCD policies, such as the Policy on Dignity and respect, and comments made on the internet are very public.

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uCD ConneCt 24/7 aCCess to online serviCes

each student in UCD is provided with a UCD Connect account. You can use UCD Connect online from anywhere to keep in touch. email, calendar, stored documents, library services and University news are just some of the services available.

emaiLeach student receives a personalised email address, which makes it easy to contact other students in UCD. The Connect Mail service is powered by Google and integrates with Google Calendar and Google Drive, all of which can be synced to smart phones for easy access. You will receive regular updates and bulletins from the vice-President for Students and the Students’ Union as well as academic information.

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onLine access to servicesAt UCD we believe that flexibility and mobility are key to helping you organise your time effectively. You can access online classes and learning resources using Blackboard, the University’s e-Learning system. You can also view your programme schedule, exam results, University registration details and lecture timetables as well as past exam papers. Web file storage is available through Connect Files and Google Drive and you can get academic software to use at home through the ‘Software for U’ channel. Personalise your UCD Connect account by adding channels that interest you – anything from Sports to News to Archaeology.

Log in to UCD Connect on www.ucd.ie to access:

» Student Information Services including online module registration

» Online Classes allowing you to download and organise study notes, projects and homework

» Your Google Calendar and course timetable

» Your UCD email account (30GB Gmail and Google Drive storage space)

» 2GB Connect Files Storage

» The latest UCD news

» University announcements

» Your UCD Library account

» You can search library databases and view your account details.

» You can also get foreign language headlines, or keep up to date with Irish news if you’re abroad.

Ucd mobiLeUCD Mobile is a Free app that gives you access to UCD services via your mobile phone. You can use the interactive map to find your way around campus, get news, sports and event updates, browse library journals and access Blackboard for announcements, course notes and much more! UCD Mobile can be downloaded from the App store. For more information go to www.ucd.ie/mobile

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CAMPUS SERVICES

CLUB AND SOCIETy BOOKINGSRoom Allocations for the shared teaching spaces are coordinated by UCD Buildings & Services. Club and Society Bookings are managed by Campus Services. Please call to Campus Services, basement-level, UCD Agriculture and Food Science Centre to make a booking or to enquire about what’s on offer. Club and Society booking guidelines, booking forms, Temporary Alcohol Permits and Guidelines may be downloaded from:

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STUDENT LOCKERSLockers are available to rent for the academic year in the main teaching buildings. There is a fixed fee of €10 payable through SISWeb using your UCARD. To rent your locker Log in to SISWeb through your UCD Connect and go to the tab marked ‘My UCARD’. For information on using your UCARD please see www.ucd.ie/ucard. Lockers use the Masterlock Combination Padlock. Upon payment you will receive an email with your locker number and combination. Instructions can be found here:

www.masterlock.com/pdfs/Master_Lock_Combination_Tutorial.pdf

MAILThe University Mail Room delivers all Belfield Campus Residences (Belgrove, Glenomena, Merville & Roebuck) post to the Merville Accomodation Office on a daily basis (Monday - Friday). Post for Blackrock Residences is handled through the Blackrock Services Desk. Students living on Campus are permitted to have post sent to their apartment; please ensure the correct address is used, including the name of your residence and your house, apartment and room number — in that order.

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CAMPUS GARDA OFFICEThe Campus Garda Office is located at the Campus Services Office (Lower Ground Floor Agriculture and Food Science building). A Community Garda will be happy to answer queries and to help process forms such as applications for passports, driving licenses, holiday visas, etc.

CAMPUS GARDA OFFICE OPENING HOURS

Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday: 1.00pm – 2.00pm.

Local Donnybrook Garda Station T: (01) 666 9200

24-HOUR CAMPUS PATROLSCampus Services personnel operate regular vehicle and foot patrols on a 24-hour basis throughout the Belfield campus. 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 Campus Services team will be happy to accompany you.

CAMPUS SERvICES OPERATIONS ROOMThe Campus Services Operations Room is located at the lake end of the Agriculture & Food Science Building, which operates on a 24-hour basis. Campus Services personnel located at the Operations Room are responsible for monitoring the UCD Unicare emergency line and CCTV throughout the Belfield campus and are available to provide assistance 24 hours a day.

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UNICAREThe 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 encouraged to play their part in looking out for their own safety and for the safety of others. Throughout the year the Unicare website 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.

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. 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.

In Case of Emergency (ICE) is a program that enables first responders, such as paramedics, fire-fighters and police officers, to identify any injured persons and contact their next of kin to obtain important medical information. ICE cards are available at the Campus Services Desk, located at the lake end of the Agriculture & Food Science Building. ICE makes it far easier to call next-of-kin in the unfortunate event of a medical crisis and reduces needless delays.

For more information: www.ucd.ie/unicare

24 HOur eMergenCY Line

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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 at night in 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.

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UCD Sport/UCD Sports Clubs 80

UCD get in gear 82

UCD Community Musical 84

UCD Fashion Show 85

Student Media 86

gAISCE: The President of Ireland’s Award 88

UCD Volunteering 89

UCD Campus Fundraising Policy 92

Scholarships & Awards 93

UCD Music 96

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UCD LIFE

STUDENT SOCIETIES Societies are an exciting feature of life at UCD. There are more than 100 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 many societies as you can; membership rarely costs more than €2!

FRESHERS’ WEEK: 16th-20th SEPTEMBERYou can join societies during Freshers’ Week, which takes place in the second week of semester from 16th-20th September. Each society will have a stand in the Freshers’ Pavilion, which will be located beside the Student Centre for the week. You can also join societies after Freshers’ Week, with most taking membership anytime throughout the year, or more specifically during Refreshers Day, which takes place at the beginning of Semester 2.

During Freshers’ Week there will be a range of activities run by all the societies which are advertised on posters across campus. Many societies also offer specific events for ‘Freshers,’ providing the opportunity to meet up with other new members. 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 so as to enjoy new opportunities. Societies are an ideal way to meet new friends and get involved in student life.

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HOW DO I FIND OUT WHAT’S GOING ON? » uCD Events Website You can find out more about UCD’s student

societies and also keep up-to-date with their events throughout the year by visiting www.ucd.ie/events.

» Posters and information Screens Keep an eye on the noticeboard and digital screens where most societies advertise their events, in particular on the concourse beneath the library.

» individual society sites & Facebook Most societies have a Facebook account or a website where you can check out everything that’s happening.

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WHAT KIND OF THINGS DO SOCIETIES DO?There are far too many societies to mention, but here are some of the activities that you’ll find taking place regularly:

The Drama Society stages two plays each day of the week, which enables student writers, directors and actors to flex their creative muscles. Dramsoc needs more people to be involved: painting sets, working on lighting, sound and general production – there’s room for everyone so get involved!

UCD’s two largest debating societies, the Literary and Historical Society and the Law Society both have lunchtime and evening debates on a weekly basis as well as other events. In the past few years they featured such famous and diverse guests as JK Rowling, Will Ferrell, Bill Bryson, Noam Chomsky, The Simpsons stars Harry Shearer (Mr Burns) and Nancy Cartwright (Bart), Ken Doherty, Jon Heder, Paul O’Connell, Scrubs stars Neil Flynn & John McGinley, Ardal O’Hanlon, author Jung Chang, Judge Judy and many more.

Most societies run social events like coffee mornings or nights out, which are great ways of meeting new people. Some societies run film screenings on campus, most notably the Film Society.

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A lot of societies have trips during the year, all over Ireland and also to the UK, France, Spain, Germany and Italy, to name just a few destinations! Get involved and travel where you wish!

Societies also run all the main Programme Days - look out for these, including Eng Day, Sci Day, Comm Day, Med Day and Ag Week. They raise thousands of Euro for charitable causes and are always great fun to be involved with. Societies are also the main organisers of all the big formal Balls and Club nights on campus. Your year isn’t complete unless you’ve attended your Programme or School Ball!

Some of UCD’s Societies:

An Cumann Gaelach Chess Club Civil Engineering Society Chemical Computer Science Society Christian Union Comedy Society DramaSoc Engineering Society English Literary Society Film Society French Society Forestry Society Games Society German Society International Students Society Islamic Society Juggling Society Law Society L&H Society LGB Society Mathematical Society Mature Students’ Society Mechanical Engineering Society Medical Society NetSoc Newman Society Outreach Society Politics Society Philosophy Society Photographic Society Psychology Society Physiology Society Racing Club Science Fiction & Fantasy Society St. Vincent de Paul World Aid Society Young Fine Gael

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UCD SPORTIf you have a passion for competitive sport or a desire to lead a healthier and active lifestyle, UCD Sport and UCD Sport & Fitness have a wide variety of sporting and leisure pursuits to choose from. With 55 official sports clubs, excellent facilities and a huge programme of fitness classes there is something for everyone. So make the most of your time in UCD, get involved, get active and have fun.

UCD SPORTS CLUBSUCD clubs are at the heart of student sport in the University, with over 8,500 members. Clubs provide a huge range of opportunities to train, play, and compete, catering to all interests and abilities. UCD clubs have nurtured some of Ireland’s finest national and international athletes and sporting personalities. UCD clubs also cater for students who may not wish to compete but want to train in a particular sport for health and fitness benefits. With a huge range of options on offer from team sports, martial arts, water sports and adventure sports there is something for everyone on campus.

Membership of a club is open to registered UCD students, UCD staff and recent graduates of the University (subject to the approval of the Athletic Union Council).

I joined out of curiosity, stayed for the people; I then got hooked on the sport. Four years later the canoe club has become a second family that I see myself continuing to be involved in for years and

years to come.

Maryanne Doyle, Canoe Club

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HOW TO JOIN » Visit the Sports Expo, which

takes place in UCD Sport during Freshers’ Week from 16-19th September. All clubs take part, with current members available to provide information and demonstrations.

» Many of the outdoor clubs hold trials in the early part of the season.

» Watch out for posters and attend a club training session - venues/times available from the UCD Sport Reception.

» Visit clubs exhibiting at Refreshers Day in January.

» Phone/email clubs. Becoming involved in a club is a great way to meet people

and settle in to College life. It’s also helped to build my

confidence and I have learned how to work well with others.

For me the club is a home away from home.

Emma McHugh, Ladies Gaelic Football Club

For further info contact: SuzANNE bAiLEy, Sports Development Manager T: (01) 7162208 E: [email protected] W: www.ucd.ie/sport

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UCD gET In gEARThe UCD Get in Gear Get Active programme (GIG) is FREE for all UCD Students but you must register for the programme to become a GIG member. This programme offers UCD students a fantastic opportunity to try out a wide variety of exercise activities in a motivating environment with a flexible timetable. All activities are specifically designed to encourage you to enjoy the feeling of exercising while improving your own individual fitness level. The UCD Get in Gear Get Active programme is delivered by UCD Sport in partnership with the UCD School of Public Health, Physiotherapy and Population Science, UCD Institute of Food and Health and the UCD Institute for Sport and Health.

Regardless of age or fitness level, the programme provides you with a great opportunity to get involved in sport and exercise activities and to help you take responsibility for your health while you study at UCD. You will enjoy meeting new friends and will be encouraged and motivated by the positive energy experienced throughout the programme.

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STEP UP & JOIN IN HEALTH & ExERCISE REFERRAL PROgRAMME Do you feel stressed? Do you feel conscious of your weight? Do you need help to kick start your way to becoming a new you? Not getting enough exercise? Why? The Step Up & Join In Health & Exercise Referral Programme may be for you. This programme is provided to encourage UCD students to choose exercise as a form of medicine

UCD Sport in partnership with the medical practitioners and nurses from the UCD Student Health Centre are offering this support programme to help and advise students about how to Step Up & Join In with the UCD Get in Gear Get Active programme or another suitable form of exercise. You can pick up a brochure on Step Up & Join In at the UCD Sports Centre reception or drop in to the UCD Student Health Centre for further information.

UCD COUCH TO 5K RUN Using the UCD woodland walkways as the route, UCD Sport offers supervised sessions to help you ease into running. The idea is to transform you from a couch potato to a runner, getting you running 5k on a regular basis. Don’t miss out and join this group to help you track your fitness!

For further information on uCD’s health & Exercise Programmes contact:

CARMEL KiSSANE UCD Sports Education Officer

UCD Sport, Belfield, Dublin 4

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UCD COMMUnITy MUSICALIn February 2013 the UCD Community Musical returned to the O’Reilly Hall for its fourth production in five years, with the European University Premiere of Phantom of the Opera. This Spectacular production earned four national award nominations and cemented the Community Musical as the flagship event of the UCD Student Experience.

Previous UCD Community Musicals have included an award winning production of West Side Story and spectacular renders of Beauty and the Beast, Guys and Dolls and Footloose. Each musical has brought together students and staff to work on events of tremendous quality which have shown the UCD Community at its best.

The 2013/14 production is scheduled for February 2014 in the O’Reilly Hall.

For more information check out:

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UCD FASHIOn SHOWThe Fashion Show has been a highlight in the UCD social calendar over the past decade and in previous years has been the largest ever student fashion show in Europe. The 2013/14 UCD Fashion Show is planned for February/March 2014. See the UCD Fashion Show website for details.

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STUDEnT MEDIA

BELFIELD FMUCD boasts its own student radio station, Belfield FM, which is run by the UCD Broadcasting Society and is live from Monday to Friday during the semester from the radio Pod in the Student Centre.

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CAMPUS TELEvISION NETWORKCampus 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!

To access CTN or to get involved

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STUDENT NEWSPAPERSUCD has two award-winning student newspapers, The University Observer and The College Tribune. They are both fortnightly publications and can be found around campus. The papers are always looking for contributors so if you have an interest in journalism, current affairs, reviews or you fancy yourself as a photographer, get in touch. Many of Ireland’s best known journalists and media figures began writing for UCD’s student newspapers.

ThE uNivERSiTy ObSERvER

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ThE COLLEGE TRibuNE

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GAisce THE PRESIDEnT OF IRELAnD’S AWARD

Gaisce - The President of Ireland’s Award and UCD are now working together for you.

Are you interested in continuing or starting the National Challenge Awards from the President of Ireland while participating in the best of what UCD has to offer? Then call into the UCD Gaisce office in the Student Centre.

For more details: E: [email protected] | W: www.ucd.ie/gaisce

the challenge is gAISCE…

the place is UCD, The time is now,

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UCD VOLUnTEERIng

Volunteer | Engage | Serve | LearnUCD encourages all students and staff to engage with the UCD community and our neighbours through volunteerism. To volunteer means to act on behalf of another by doing non-compulsory, unpaid work. Giving your time and talent to help others benefits them while you serve, learn and have fun!

Students and staff at UCD volunteer in the areas of culture, recreation, education, research, health, social services, environment, development and housing, law, advocacy and politics, philanthropy and the promotion of volunteerism, international concerns, faith-based action, in business and professional associations, unions and many others. UCD encourages all members of the community to consider giving time to a cause, an organisation, a club or society to benefit our community—across UCD and beyond. UCD believes that volunteering produces active citizens that contribute to an improved quality of life for all.

Students who volunteer learn important life skills that can change their attitudes, perceptions, life-long habits and improve their ability to find employment and become responsible citizens.

CREATE yOUR OWN vOLUNTEERING RECORD Students can register and track their volunteer record during their time at UCD. Students who have participated in structured UCD programmes like UCD Volunteers Overseas, Peer Mentoring, Orientation, Tutoring, or as leaders in Clubs and Societies and for external organisations can keep a record of their voluntary activity for their own use and to help UCD promote socially responsible programmes. UCD wishes to celebrate the active citizenship and service of its community, to engage local and international challenges, to deliver important services, while creating ways for students to belong and feel connected with others like-minded students.

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UCD VOLUnTEERS OVERSEASUCD Volunteers Overseas (UCDVO) is a charitable organisation which offers students, staff and alumni the opportunity to engage in voluntary work in developing countries. UCDVO currently runs projects in India, Haiti, Nicaragua, Tanzania and Uganda and works alongside local communities in carrying out small-scale development projects which respond to local needs. The UCDVO Student Society runs a number of awareness-raising and fundraising initiatives throughout the year.

UCDVO works on projects in the areas of education, environment, healthcare, construction and IT. Projects take place for four weeks over June/July and an average of 100 volunteers travel each year. UCDVO not only provides opportunities for volunteers and host communities to share and develop skills, it also generates greater understanding and respect for diverse cultures and life experiences. Volunteers who participate in UCDVO take part in development education training workshops before departing and on their return. Volunteers are encouraged to engage in awareness-raising activities which highlight their experiences overseas and also emphasise connections with wider development issues.

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APPLyiNG:Applications for the 2013/14 programme will open online at www.ucdvo.org on the 23rd September 2013 and, following an interview process, selected volunteers will be notified by the beginning of November. Each volunteer has a fundraising target of €2,500 which must be reached before travelling in June. Volunteers carry out events such as table quizzes, bag-packs, sponsored walks/cycles/ runs and coffee mornings to raise funds throughout the year. These funds support the volunteers’ participation costs as well as the project implementation, i.e. building a school, running an education programme for disadvantaged children, setting up computer labs or working on a flood prevention project.

For more information please contact us:

T: (01) 716 8570 | E: [email protected] | W: www.ucdvo.org | ucdvo

You can also speak to past volunteers by dropping into our Volunteer Office beside Readers Café in the Library Building.

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UCD CAMPUS FUnDRAISIng POLICy

PURPOSETo coordinate fundraising activity by students and staff, promote best practice and provide a mechanism for dealing with requests to fundraise on the UCD campus.

POLICyAll fundraising activity on campus must be organised under the auspices of a student society, club, the Students’ Union or a group of UCD staff members. External organisations applying to fundraise on campus must do so via one of these bodies. A fundraising permit must be applied for in advance of any planned student fundraising activity. Staff members are asked to complete a Notification of Fundraising form.

All fundraising activities must be carried out in accordance with the relevant student society, club and/or Students’ Union Code of Practice. The policy is implemented through the Office of the Vice-President for Students and permits should ordinarily be requested from the relevant society or club governing body or Students’ Union by applying to:

» Society – Societies Officer, Societies Council

» Club – Executive Secretary, Athletic Union Council

» Students’ Union President, [email protected]

All Programme Days must take place under the auspices of a student society. As a general rule, dates for Programme Days and/or collecting activities will be allocated on a ‘first come, first served’ basis. Bookings should be made a minimum of two months in advance. Bookings not made in a timely manner may not be granted permission to proceed.

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SCHOLARSHIPS & AWARDSStudent excellence and achievement is recognised in UCD through a wide variety of scholarships and awards at both undergraduate and postgraduate level. Our awards celebrate the diverse talents within our student body.

The University acknowledges excellence in academic achievement, sport and performing arts and recognises the importance of their contribution to college life and to the wider community.

Over the page is a summary of the main scholarships and awards available.

For further details on scholarships and awards go to:

W: www.ucd.ie/scholarships | E: [email protected]

UCD Ad Astra Scholars 2012/2013

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ACADEMIC ExCELLENCEAd Astra Academic Scholarships

Eligibility For current students: Up to 17 scholarships awarded annually on the basis of Stage 1 results. Available to students from all programme areas. Benefits: dedicated academic mentor, guaranteed place in on-campus accommodation, accommodation allowance, fee remission, bursary, participation in a programme of workshops & seminars including Universitas 21 events.

University Scholarships

Eligibility: Awarded on the basis of outstanding academic performance within a programme at the end of each year. Benefits: bursary, recognition certificate, achievement recorded on academic transcript.

Subject Prizes and Awards

Eligibility: Awarded annually on the basis of outstanding academic performance in a specific subject area or module. Benefits: bursary, medal or prize, with achievement recorded on academic transcript. (dependent on type of award)

SPORTING ExCELLENCEAd Astra Elite Athlete Scholarships

Eligibility: Awarded annually, subject to application, to students who are competing at the highest level available in their chosen sport and who have identifiable potential for further improvement.

Benefits: dedicated academic mentor, access to expert training, coaching and discipline-specific facilities, guaranteed place in on-campus accommodation, accommodation allowance, fee remission, bursary.

Sports Scholarships

Eligibility: Awarded annually, subject to application, to students who have the potential to compete at the highest national level, and above, in a particular sport.

Benefits: assessed on an individual basis and may be used to off-set costs such as accommodation, books, fees and travel to competitions.

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PERFORMING ARTS ExCELLENCEAd Astra Performing Arts

Eligibility: Awarded annually, subject to application, to students excelling in either music and drama performance while pursuing any degree course. Benefits: dedicated academic mentor, opportunity to work with experienced professionals, access to expert training, opportunity to perform in a programme of musical or dramatic productions, guaranteed on-campus accommodation, accommodation allowance, fee remission, bursary.

UCD Choral Scholarships

Eligibility: Awarded annually, all UCD students are eligible to apply for audition and interview. See www.ucd.ie/choralscholars. Benefits: bursary, opportunity to perform with the UCD Choral scholars.

UCD Symphony Orchestra Scholarships

Eligibility: Awarded annually, all UCD students are eligible to apply for audition and interview. See www.ucd.ie/orchestra. Benefits: bursary, opportunity to perform with the UCD Symphony Orchestra.

RECOGNITION OF

CONTRIBUTION TO COMMUNITyPresident’s Awards

Eligibility: Awarded annually to students based on achievement and performance in a variety of areas such as exceptional contribution to college life, volunteering or achievement against adversity. Staff and students at UCD are invited to nominate candidates for these awards. Benefits: recognition certificate, invitation to UCD Awards Ceremony, achievement recorded on academic transcript.

Scéim Chónaithe Bord Na Gaeilge

Cáilitheacht: Tiomantas do chur chun cinn gníomhach na teanga léirithe san ollscoil. Roghnaítear an t-iarrthóir rathúil ar bhonn a fhoirm iarratais agus a agallamh.Buntáistí: mairfidh an t-iarrthóir rathúil in ‘Teach na Gaeilge’ agus aischúiteofar céatadán den chostais chónaithe leis. Beidh sé i gcroí lár saol na Gaeilge san ollscoil. Bronnfar teastas ar ag deireadh na bliana agus beidh an scoláireacht luaite ar an dtras-scríbhinn acadúil.

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UCD MUSICUCD Music has several performing groups to which students can audition to join: the UCD Choral Scholars, the UCD Philharmonic Choir and the UCD Symphony Orchestra. Making music together is a great way to meet people and it is also part of the educational concept behind UCD Horizons. Students can participate in these ensembles for course credit if they wish.

UCD SyMPHONy ORCHESTRAThe UCD Symphony Orchestra (UCDSO) is the university’s flagship instrumental ensemble with around 80 playing members. The UCDSO performs several major concerts annually, at least one of which is held in Ireland’s premier concert venue, the National Concert Hall, featuring major soloists. Challenging programmes are tackled in a stimulating and relaxed environment at weekly rehearsals on Monday evenings in the Astra Hall, Student Centre. The orchestra’s repertoire centres on concert works from the 19th and 20th centuries, with regular forays into music for film, contemporary compositions and multi-media.

Students can apply by filling out a form on www.ucd.ie/orchestra. Auditions are held early in the first semester to assign places and award a number of scholarships (up to 20). You can take the orchestra as a module/elective for academic credit irrespective of your study programme. The UCD Symphony Orchestra provides a fantastic social environment to meet and make friends with students right across the university spectrum.

DR CiARáN CRiLLy

T: 087 6481186 | E: [email protected] | W: www.ucd.ie/orchestra

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UCD CHORAL SCHOLARSHIPSUCD offers 18 scholarships (worth €1,000 on average) to singers each year, awarded on the performance of candidates at an audition held on 17 September 2013. UCD Choral Scholars can also be taken in a module through the School of Music. Successful candidates sing as part of UCD Choral Scholars, the University’s premier vocal ensemble. Last year UCD Choral Scholars represented UCD in competition in Hungary, released an EP that reached no. 1 in the iTunes World Music charts in Ireland. They regularly work with the European Union Chamber Orchestra and the RTÉ Concert Orchestra performing major concerts in Dublin and abroad.

UCD Choral Scholars perform to an exceptional standard of excellence and are cultural ambassadors for the University. Being a Choral Scholar is a great way to meet students from other courses in UCD and make friends for life. Contact the Artistic Director, before 13 September 2013.

Desmond Earley | E: [email protected] | W: www.ucd.ie/choralscholars

THE UCD PHILHARMONIC CHOIRThe UCD Philharmonic Choir is for staff and students alike who share a common interest in performing a diverse range of choral music from all genres. The choir seeks to achieve the highest standards of choral technique and ensemble by exploring the choral repertoire in an intensive and enjoyable environment. The choir can also be taken as a module for credit. It is also a unique opportunity to meet students and staff from across the UCD campus in a performance-oriented and friendly environment. Entry is strictly by audition (audition forms are available in the UCD School of Music, Newman Building, Room J301).

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BORD nA gAEILgE UCD Bord na Gaeilge provides a broad range of services for both Irish and international students including: courses in conversational Irish at five levels, online courses, music and dance workshops, weekend Gaeltacht courses and bilingual cultural courses. The Bord also provides sponsorship for a broad range of student activities, organised by UCD societies and clubs. The annual Bord na Gaeilge Awards recognise students, past and present, who make an outstanding contribution towards the promotion of the language.

One of the Bord’s most prominent projects is ‘Teach na Gaeilge’; the Irish Language Student Residence Scheme, based in the Merville Student Residences, where 24 students from various subject areas live together ‘as Gaeilge’ and organise lots of fun events through Irish. Bord na Gaeilge encourages all students, from beginners to advanced, to partake in its activities. You can keep up to date with our events on our website and on Facebook.

For details, services and activities please contact:

Clár Ní Bhuachalla, Oifigeach Gaeilge/Irish Language Officer, or

Ailbhe Ní Chonghaile, Oifigeach Gaeilge Cúnta/ Assistant Irish Language Officer

Room L508, Library Building

Teil: (01) 716 7387 Rphost: [email protected]

Suíomh: www.ucd.ie/bnag

2013 Bord na Gaeilge Awards

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BORD nA gAEILgE UCD Is mó seirbhís atá á sholáthar ag Bord Gaeilge na hOllscoile do mhic léinn Éireannacha agus idirnáisiúnta araon. Ina measc tá cúrsaí teanga saor in aisce ag 5 leibhéal, cúrsaí ar líne, ceardlainne damhsa agus ceoil, cúrsaí deireadh seachtaine Gaeltachta agus cúrsaí cultúrtha dátheangach.

Bíonn ‘Lón le Gaeilge’ á reáchtáil ag an mBord go rialta, áit a mbíonn deis ag mic léinn, aoichainteoir nó aoicheoltóir a chloisteáil ag am lón. Cuireann an Bord urraíocht ar fáil d’imeachtaí na mac léinn, do chumainn agus do chlubanna a chuireann an teanga chun cinn agus chuile bliain tugtar aitheantas do mhic léinn agus d’iar-mhic léinn a dhéanann éacht ar son na teanga, ag ócáid Gradaim Bhord na Gaeilge.

Ar na tionscnaimh is feiceálaí tá ‘Teach na Gaeilge’; an Scéim Chónaithe Ghaeilge do 24 mac léinn atá lonnaithe in Ionaid Chónaithe Merville.

Bíonn fáilte roimh chách ag imeachtaí Bhord na Gaeilge, coiméadaigí súil ar Facebook agus ar ár suíomh, www.ucd.ie/bnag

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UCD Horizons 102

Making a Success of University Learning 106

Academic Regulations: Quick guide 108

Academic Policies 111

Module grades Explained 113

Assessments 122

SU Education Office 123

Assessment Tips 124

Examination Regulations 126

Assessment Appeals Procedures 131

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AcademicStudy & Assessments AcademicStudy & Assessments

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UCD HORIzOnS UCD Horizons is the name given to the structure of undergraduate degrees at UCD. UCD Horizons has three main features: it is modularised, semesterised and credit-based. UCD Horizons enables you to have an input into the design of your degree.

MODULES Your programme will be made up of a set of modules. There are three types of modules:

Core modules which are mandatory for your programme.

Option modules which you can pick from a list of possibilities within your programme area.

Elective modules which you can pick from anywhere across the UCD curriculum.

With UCD Horizons you will usually register for 12 modules per academic year (each module is normally 5 credits, amounting to a normal workload of 60 credits in total per year). Generally, the majority of your study will be in your programme area(s); some modules may be compulsory (core modules), others will be options, where you choose modules that interest you from a set of modules in that subject. You will then be able to choose additional elective modules – these may be chosen from your programme area(s) or from anywhere else within the entire University curriculum (e.g. Music, Biology, French, Maths).

For example, Sociology students may be able to take a module in Law, Medical students may be able to take a Philosophy module, or Science students may be able to take a Business module. It is important to remember that your choice of elective modules may be constrained by:

» The module requirements (i.e. knowledge/study required prior to taking a module)

» Timetable clashes

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It is up to you to decide whether you wish to broaden your knowledge by taking elective modules from outside your programme, or to deepen your knowledge by focusing on modules within your programme degree area

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SEMESTERSYour academic year has two distinct parts called semesters. The semesters generally run from September to December and from January to May with a mid-semester break in Semester 2. Normally, a semester will comprise of 15 weeks: 12 weeks teaching and learning, one week revision and two weeks of exam assessment. Six modules (usually equivalent to 30 credits) will generally be taken per semester; however, you may decide to take fewer or a greater number of modules in a given semester depending on your own circumstances (subject to student workload norms as set down in UCD’s General Regulations).

CREDITAll modules have a credit value and for each module you pass you will gain credit towards your final degree. The credit-value of a module corresponds to the total amount of student effort (in hours) required to successfully complete the module. As most modules are worth 5 credits, this would require 100-125 hours of total student effort for each module. Modules at a value of 10 credits require 200-250 hours of total student effort. Credits are like an internationally recognised currency which represents teaching and learning activity. As UCD participates in the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS), it is also easier for you to study abroad as part of your programme, if you wish to earn credit towards your degree in UCD. You will obtain your degree when you have earned the correct number of credits—usually between 180 and 240 credits, normally spread across 3-4 years.

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Subject Credit Block: A 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 Programme:This is the course you will study – such as a Bachelor of Agricultural Science (BAgrSc) or Bachelor of Engineering (BE).

Module:A self-contained unit of teaching and learning, which is studied over the course of a semester. Each module has a credit value. A 5-credit module will require 100 - 125 hours of work. This includes lectures/seminars, self-directed study and assessment.

Stage:Modular programmes work on the principle of credit accumulation and you will progress through your programme in stages as you accumulate credit. A degree programme will normally be between 2-4 stages.

Majors and MinorsThese terms refer to the proportion of credit allocated to each subject you study as part of your degree. Degrees can be configured into different combinations. For example, in some programmes you may choose to configure your degree as a ‘joint major’ – where you study two subjects of equal credit value. Alternatively, you may choose a major/minor combination, where the major subject attracts more credits than the minor. The relevant Programme Office can provide you with information about the different combinations available within specific degree programmes.

UnDERSTAnDIng UCD HORIzOnS: Jargon Buster

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MAkIng A SUCCESS OF UnIVERSITy LEARnIng

What’s different about learning at university?Being accepted to university is a wonderful achievement. You are about to begin a very exciting time in your life, where you’ll make strong friendships, and develop new ways of learning that are relevant to the global and rapidly changing world around you. A university education is an opportunity to learn about a subject in detail, as much as acquiring the skills to learn which you will continue to use long after you have graduated from UCD. While you are learning at university you will be expected to:

» Become an independent thinker.

» Challenge some of the knowledge you have taken for granted.

» Form critical judgements about issues in your subject.

» Learn with and from other students.

» Take responsibility for your own learning.

Managing yourselfThe academic year is divided into two 12-week semesters – things move quickly- so it is important to stay on top of your assignments and study. While you will have scheduled time in a classroom, you will also have a lot of free time over the course of the day. Therefore the expectation is that you will:

» Attend class (lectures, tutorials, seminars, laboratories etc).

» Study and undertake additional reading.

» Prepare for class and undertake independent learning tasks.

» Complete an academic workload of approximately 40 hours per week.

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Effective learning habitsLectures are an important learning resource, because they will provide you with guidance to the key issues you need to learn about and understand further in your subject. Smaller group learning activities, for example tutorials/ laboratories, provide invaluable opportunities to discuss complex issues and are often focused on preparing you for assessment tasks. In order to be an effective learner, you will need to:

» Know what’s expected of you by reading the learning outcomes and assessment criteria for your modules. Blackboard is a good place to start.

» Be honest with yourself about what you understand and what you haven’t yet fully grasped.

» Ask questions of your lecturers, tutors and indeed classmates about things that you don’t yet understand.

» Be patient – effective reading, writing and note-taking skills take time to develop.

» Understand what your learning style is, and work in a way that maximises this.

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ACADEMIC REgULATIOnS The Academic Regulations are a set of high level, overarching rules governing the University’s educational offerings comprising of: General Regulations, Regulations for Research Masters Degrees, Regulations for the Degree of Doctor of Philosophy, Regulations for the Degree of Doctor of Medicine, Regulations for the Degrees of Doctor of Nursing and Doctor of Midwifery, Regulations for the Degree of Doctor of Governance and Regulations for the Degree of Doctor of Veterinary Medical Specialisation.

All students, including students returning to their programme following a leave of absence or withdrawal, are governed by the Academic Regulations in place in the academic session they (re) register. The status of PhD students returning from a leave of absence whose first registration was prior to 2006 may be determined by the relevant Graduate School Board.

The following short list of basic principles extrapolated from General Regulations may be of particular interest to students. It must be remembered, however, that the full set of regulations for your programme apply to your study at UCD.

For the full set of Academic Regulations, including access to the Online Users’ Guide to the General Regulations and the Student Code, go to www.ucd.ie/registry/academicsecretariat/regs_home.htm

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Most modules will count for 5 credits, but some may count for more credits if they merit it.

Student performance in a module will be graded using letter grades ranging from A+ (at the top of the scale) to NG (at the bottom of the scale) with a corresponding ‘grade-point’ from 4.2 to 0.

Performance across the range of modules that a student undertakes will be calculated using a Grade-Point Average (GPA) system, which is an average of grade-points awarded for each module, weighted according to the credit value of the modules for which the grades were awarded.

You will receive a GPA at the end of every stage (stage GPA). You will also receive an award GPA when you have completed your programme, which will be used to determine your award classification (e.g. 1st class Honours, 2nd class Honours, etc.).

If you fail a module you may either re-sit the assessment, repeat the module when it is next offered or substitute the module with another compatible module. Each of these options has a different impact on the grade(s) available to a student who is remediating a failure. For example, a re-sit only carries a pass/fail grade. For a repeat, the grade point is capped at 2.0 (equivalent to a grade of D-), irrespective of the actual grade awarded. For a substitution, the full range of grades is available for option and elective modules only.

For detailed information about your programme undergraduate students should consult their Programme Office.

Graduate students should contact their School Office/Graduate School Office.

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ACADEMIC POLICIES The implementation of modularisation has required the development of academic policy to ensure that all students are treated equally across the University and its programmes. Students should make themselves aware of policies which may affect them. A selected list of the University’s academic policies is included below and such policies can be accessed at: www.ucd.ie/registry/academicsecretariat/policy.htm

» Extenuating Circumstances

» Late Submission of Coursework

» Leave of Absence

» Plagiarism and Academic Integrity

» Recognition of Prior Learning

» Re-sits/Repeats

» Student Complaint Policy and Procedures

» Student Email Policy

» Theses in Graduate Research and Graduate Taught Programmes

» Work Placement/Practice Experience: Guidelines & Good Practice

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MODULE gRADES ExPLAInED Please see below information pertaining to grading in the modular system. A user’s guide to UCD Academic Regulations is also available at www.ucd.ie/registry/academicsecretariat/pol.htm

You will receive final module grades which have been formally approved by the University.

Aggregating Component GradesComponent grades are normally aggregated to arrive at a final module grade for each module to which you are registered. This may involve the aggregation of the various component grades or marks.

The overall module grade you receive is the final approved result awarded to you by the University. Normally this will have been aggregated from component grades or marks as described below. However, in some circumstances, and for sound educational reasons, an examiner will calculate your overall module grade using different criteria or a different mark-conversion scheme. If this is the case, it will not be calculated as specified below and you will be notified of the criteria used by your School or Module Co-ordinator.

Where a component is marked rather than graded, then the overall component mark is retained in calculating the final grade. Where a component is graded rather than marked, the calculation point (as shown on the component grade scale below) is used in calculating the final grade.

Calculations of final module grades also take into account the weighting attached to the various components making up the module.

A+, A, A- Excellent E+, E, E- Fail

b+, b, b- Very Good F Fail

C+, C, C- Good G+, G, G- Fail

D+, D, D- Acceptable NG No Grade

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Grade Lower Upper Calculation Point

A+ 76.67 100.00 78.33

A 73.33 76.66 75.00

A- 70.00 73.32 71.67

B+ 66.67 69.99 68.33

B 63.33 66.66 65.00

B- 60.00 63.32 61.67

C+ 56.67 59.99 58.33

C 53.33 56.66 55.00

C- 50.00 53.32 51.67

D+ 46.67 49.99 48.33

D 43.33 46.66 45.00

D- 40.00 43.32 41.67

E+ 36.67 39.99 38.33

E 33.33 36.66 35.00

E- 30.00 33.32 31.67

F+ 26.67 29.99 28.33

F (FM) 23.33 26.66 25.00

F- 20.00 23.32 21.67

G+ 16.67 19.99 18.33

G 13.33 16.66 15.00

G- 0.02 13.32 11.67

NG 0.00 0.01 0.00

The following are the percentage ranges that correspond to UCD component grades where the pass mark is 40%, unless you have been notified of an alternative approach by your School or Module Co-ordinator:

UCD Component Gradescale

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Module Grades and Grade Point valuesThe final module grade has been determined and approved by the University. Each grade has a value attached to it for the purpose of calculating a Grade Point Average (GPA).

uCD MODuLE GRADE SCALE

Module grades GP values Module grades GP values

A+ 4.2 C- 2.6

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C+ 3.0 G 0.4

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DiSTiNCTiON/PASS/FAiL GRADE SCALEWhere module outcomes cannot be assessed to the level of module grades, the results may be returned as pass/fail, or distinction/pass/fail.

Grade When awarded? Credit Grade Point

DS Passed with distinction Awarded Neutral

P (PX) Pass Awarded Neutral

F (FX) Fail None 1.0

NG No grade None 0

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PASSiNG GRADES – A, b, C and D A, B, C and D are passing grades that are awarded on satisfactory completion of the module assessments. The credits available for the modules are converted to credits earned. Note: Passed modules cannot be repeated.

E GRADE (GRADE POiNT vALuE 1.6)An E grade is a marginal failing grade that may be eligible for compensation. In order for compensation to be applied, a student must:

1. Have made a full attempt at the stage

2. Have completed and obtained passing grades in modules accounting for 75% or more of the total credit required to successfully complete the stage (usually 45 credits or 9 modules for undergraduate students)

3. Have a Compensation GPA for the attempt at the stage that is 2.00 or greater.

From September 2013/2014, level 0, 1, 4 and 5 modules registered and taken in 2013/2014 and onwards will not be eligible for compensation. An E grade received for any module registered and taken in 2012/2013 or earlier, that is eligible to compensate, will still be eligible to compensate this year and onwards.

F, G, and NG GRADESF, G and NG are failing grades. If you fail a module you will be required to repeat, resit or substitute the module in order to obtain the necessary credit for the module. The circumstances under which you can remediate a failed module are set out in the section on remediation in the Online User’s Guide to the Academic Regulations that can be accessed at: www.ucd.ie/registry/academicsecretariat/asug/remediationoffailedmodules

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REPEAT GRADESWhere grades are followed by (R) this indicates that the module was assessed in repeat mode. Where modules are repeated and passed, the grade point is capped at 2.0 irrespective of the actual grade awarded, i.e. a B+ grade or a C grade can be awarded for the repeat attempt but the grade point value remains at 2.0.

RESiT GRADES There are three module grades available for you if you have attempted a resit assessment. These are as follows:

Grade When Awarded? Credit Grade Point

P Pass Student achieves a pass for the module

Awarded 2.0

F Fail Student fails to achieve a pass for the module

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Student shows no relevant attempt at the module

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ASSESSMEnTSAssignments, class tests, essays, exams, presentations, projects, reportsUnlike your experience at school, universities use a wide range of assessment types and some will be new to you. All assessments are important in developing your learning. For example, assessments in the early weeks are designed to give you an early indication of your own progress. In order to do well in a module you will need to:

» Undertake and submit all of your assignments/assessments, not forgetting those assessments required early in the module.

» Ask for assistance from your lecturers/tutors if you have difficulty understanding what you’re expected to do.

» Use the indicated readings and other learning resources to prepare for your assessments.

» Ensure that the assessment is your own work and that you correctly acknowledge the work/ideas of other people. See: www.ucd.ie/library/supporting_you/support_learning/plagiarism

» Understand the assessment criteria and check your own work to see how well it meets these before you hand it in.

» Ask your lecturer for feedback on assessed work and guidance on how to improve your next piece of work.

There are a number of books which provide advice on how to be successful at university; here are two Irish books:

» How to be a Student: 100 great ideas and practical habits for students everywhere Moore, S. & Murphy. (2005)

» Managing Your Own Learning at University: A Practical Guide Moran, A. (2000)

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SU EDUCATIOn OFFICE The Students’ Union has two full time officers who are responsible for your academic and educational affairs. This year your Undergraduate Education Officer is Adam Carroll and your Graduate Education Officer is Dylan Gray. They have been elected from the student body and therefore understand exactly how it feels to be a student. They will deal with any issues you may have in a friendly and confidential manner. If you feel you have been treated unfairly or have any queries you can speak to your education officers and they can represent you and your interests at a range of University meetings and committees. Feel free to call into the education officers in the Students’ Union with any problems or questions you may have.

They also run the Grindsfile service in UCD. This is a directory of people who are willing to give grinds in various subjects. The file will highlight the tutor’s level of knowledge in the area and the cost. To access the Grindsfile simply visit www.ucdsu.ie and look under Education.

The Education Officers are also in charge of the running of the Students’ Union Bookstore. Second-hand books are sold here at a greatly reduced price. For more information you can drop down to the Bookstore in the Student Centre or visit bookstore.ucdsu.ie

EDUCATION OFFICE

T: (01) 716 3111 | E: [email protected] W: www.ucdsu.ie

ADAM CARROLL

DyLAN GRAy

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http://www.ucdsu.ie

To view a copy of the examination regulations visit

www.ucd.ie/registry/assessment/info_stu.htm

ASSESSMEnT TIPS Your results, both provisional and final, will be posted online through the Student Information System (SIS) Web, which you can access through UCD Connect. For an indication of when this will occur please consult www.ucd.ie/registry/assessment/info_stu.htm

During the Examination Period » Check and re-check your examination schedule. It will be

available online at www.ucd.ie/registry/assessment/info_stu.htm about one month in advance of the exams. Make sure not to miss/forget about an exam.

» Don’t stay up all night before your exam. The precious little you do manage to absorb will be neatly cancelled out by the difficulty you’ll have concentrating the next day in the exam hall.

» The night before a morning exam, set several very loud alarms and hide them in interesting and novel parts of your bedroom.

» Make a deal with a friend to call each other before exams to make sure that you’re both up and on your way.

» You can help yourself by eating well and avoiding over-usage of stimulants like sugar and caffeine. Some physical activity is a good way of working out stress and counteracting the inactivity of sitting at a desk in the library.

» Stress management is important during the assessment period. Remind yourself of the big picture, remember that there are second chances and make some time for diversions. Set aside an hour or two regularly and do something fun. Try to change the scenery, maybe mix with people who aren’t at university and won’t slip into chatting about study.

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To view a copy of the examination regulations visit

www.ucd.ie/registry/assessment/info_stu.htm

On the day of the Examination » Bring your UCD Student Card (more information available from

www.ucd.ie/ucard/studentucard).

» Bring something to drink and at least one spare pen (and a HB pencil for an MCQ examination).

» Bring a calculator (non-programmable), drawing tools or any other special equipment if they’re allowed.

» As set out in the UCD Examination Regulations, do not bring into an examination session: a mobile phone, other electronic communication devices, programmable calculator or any unauthorised materials (e.g. pencil cases, books, notes).

» Allow extra time for getting to the Examination Centre and check that public transport is running as usual, especially on Saturdays.

During the Examination » Read everything first and choose your questions carefully. Use

your rough work sheet to sketch the structure of your answers and to jot down concepts and facts. You can pick up marks this way.

» Answer the number of questions you are asked to. If you attempt only 2 questions when 3 are required, then you’ll be marked out of 67%. The 30 minutes you spent perfecting your answer to Question 1, bringing it up a grade, has netted you about 4% more for that paper as a whole and lost you about 20% which you would have got for taking a stab at the third question.

» Answer the question, not something vaguely like it.

» Obey the Examination Regulations.

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Name / Ainm

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Student UCARD UCARD Mac Léinn

ExAMInATIOn REgULATIOnS Available online at www.ucd.ie/registry/assessment/info_stu.htm

These regulations:

a. Facilitate the proper conduct of examinations.

b. Provide for a well-ordered and calm environment in which candidates can complete their examinations.

c. Ensure that no candidate can gain unfair advantage over their peers.

» Candidates should be in attendance at the examination centre at least a quarter of an hour before the commencement of each examination.

» They should be seated and silent at least five minutes prior to the commencement of all examinations and should pay strict attention to details of emergency and safety procedures and to a list of instructions that are provided by the Invigilator-in-Charge.

» Except in exceptional circumstances and at the discretion of the Invigilator-in-Charge, candidates:

» Will not normally be admitted to the Examination Centre if they are more than fifteen minutes late. Candidates who arrive late should notify the invigilation team leader of their presence and wait to be seated by an invigilator.

» Will not be permitted to leave the hall until one hour has elapsed after the time at which the examination began (an early exit may prevent entry by any latecomers).

» Will not be allowed to return to the Examination Centre.

» Candidates will not be permitted to leave the Examination Centre during the final ten minutes of the examination period (this facilitates the orderly collection of examination scripts).

» Students who are required to register and have not done so may be refused permission to sit an examination. Repeating students who are required to enter for examinations and fail to do so may be refused permission to sit those examinations. PB 127


» Candidates are required to be in possession of their student card, which should be displayed on their desk.

» Notes or other unauthorised materials should not be taken into the Examination Centre.

» Notes, books and other specified materials should be left outside the Examination Centre or handed to an invigilator before the commencement of the examination.

» Students later found in possession of notes during an examination are liable to disciplinary procedures and serious penalties (see Policies document and the UCD Student Code Pg).

» Mobile phones or other electronic communications devices should not be taken into the Examination Centre, nor should they be left powered on within the vicinity of the hall.

» Candidates must ensure that they receive the correct examination paper. The title of the paper should be checked and instructions read carefully before answering is commenced. Any query should be immediately brought to the attention of an invigilator.

» Invigilators are present in the Examination Centre to ensure the proper conduct of the examination and to deal with problems that may arise.

» Candidates are obliged to follow instructions issued by invigilators. Please listen carefully to all announcements. If anything is required during an examination, candidates should raise their hand to call the attention of an invigilator. Under no circumstances should candidates leave their seats.

» Silence must be maintained in the Examination Centre at all times.

» No candidate shall aid, or attempt to aid, another candidate, or obtain, or attempt to obtain, any assistance from another candidate, or communicate in any other way with another candidate in the Examination Centre.

» In cases of impersonation, the impersonator and the impersonated shall be liable to permanent exclusion from the University.

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» Plagiarism in any form is forbidden in assessments, theses or other academic exercises.

» Candidates are responsible for ensuring that all scripts and MCQ sheets are handed up.

» Where a candidate has finished before the end of the examination period, the attention of an invigilator must be called and the answer book(s) handed to the invigilator. At the end of the examination period candidates must remain in their seats in complete silence until their scripts have been collected. Scripts must be handed up immediately, on request, to an invigilator. Candidates must ensure that their student number, seat number and any other particulars required are written on every answer book.

» Where there are several answer books, candidates should insert them inside one another to form a single package. Where treasury tags are given out, students must use these to bind their scripts together and be responsible for handing the package to an invigilator.

» UCD examination stationery must not be taken from the Examination Centre. All answer books, used or unused, or other supplied material must be handed up. Students found to be in possession of such materials are liable to disciplinary procedures and serious penalties may be imposed.

» Smoking is not permitted in Examination Centres. Smoking breaks are not permitted during examinations.

» The use of programmable calculators is not permitted during examinations unless their use is specified on the examination paper by the examiners.

» Candidates who infringe upon any of these Regulations will be reported to the Supervisor of Examinations, who will deal with the matter according to the disciplinary procedures outlined in the UCD Student Code.

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ASSESSMEnT APPEALS PROCEDURES Students may appeal to the Academic Council Committee on Assessment Appeals (ACCAA) against the result of any assessment of their work. Such an appeal may only be made after the result of the module has been approved at a meeting of the relevant Programme Examination Board (i.e. when final results are available). A student who wishes to appeal the result of a module shall lodge the appeal, in the prescribed format, with the Assessment Appeals Officer.

The ACCAA will normally consider an appeal only when it has been lodged with the Assessment Appeals Officer within thirty days of the date when the result of the module was made available to the student. Only in exceptional circumstances, the ACCAA may, at its absolute discretion, decide to consider an appeal at any other time.

Grounds for Appeal:The only grounds on which the ACCAA will consider an appeal are:

1. Irregularity: There is evidence of substantive irregularity in the conduct of the assessment process.

2. Extenuating Circumstances:

2.1 There were extenuating circumstances of which the Dean was aware but had rejected because the application was late and/or the Dean did not consider the reason as to why the application was late to be valid.

OR

2.2 The Programme Examination Board did not appreciate the seriousness of the extenuating circumstances.

3. Incorrect grade: Following the findings of the School’s examination review process, a claim is made, on stated grounds, that the grade awarded is incorrect.

Prior to lodging an appeal based on a claim of incorrect grade, the student must contact the School concerned and view his/her assessment. The student must also meet with the module coordinator and/or examiner and have the awarded grade explained to him or her.

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If, after the meeting, the student still has a valid academic ground for disputing the grade, the student can then lodge an appeal.

Process of Appeals:In order to lodge an appeal the student must send the following to the Assessment Appeals Office within thirty days of his/her results becoming available:

» A completed Assessment Appeal form (available to download at www.ucd.ie/appeals).

» A €75 fee per module (Cheque, Bank Draft or Postal Order made payable to ‘UCD Assessment Appeals Office’).

» A letter outlining the grounds for his/her appeal.

» Original medical evidence (if applicable).

On receipt of a valid and complete Assessment Appeal Application the Assessment Appeals Officer shall write to the student to acknowledge receipt of the appeal and to advise the student:

» That the appeal may not be successful.

» That all correspondence and queries in relation to the appeal are to be directed to the Assessment Appeals Office.

» That, pending a decision on the appeal by the ACCAA, the student should, where possible, re-present for assessment, on the understanding that a re-sitting of an assessment will not prejudice the decision of the ACCAA.

» That the conferring of a degree or other award may be deferred, pending the decision of the ACCAA.

On receipt of an appeal in relation to a module result, the Assessment Appeals Officer shall send a copy of the appeal to the Head of School / Programme Examination Board (PEB) or another designated person for a response. The School /PEB shall be requested to respond to the appeal within thirty days. On receipt of a response from the School / PEB, a copy will be forwarded to the student, who will then be afforded an opportunity to reply.

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The appeal is then scheduled for hearing and the appeal documentation, consisting of the student’s letter(s) of appeal and all associated documentation, together with the response from the School/ PEB, is brought to a meeting of the ACCAA for consideration.

The ACCAA shall consider each appeal on the grounds on which it is based, in accordance with the principles of natural justice. To assist it in coming to a decision, the committee may consult the intern examiner(s) and the extern examiner(s) or other appropriate persons.

The ACCAA shall decide on an appeal, where necessary, by a simple majority vote of the members present and voting. The member of the ACCAA chairing the meeting shall have a casting and a deliberative vote.

Where the ACCAA decides to amend a module result, UCD Assessments shall be so informed and shall amend the record of the module result.

The Assessment Appeals Officer shall inform the appellant and the Head of School / Chair of the PEB (or other designated person), in writing, of the decision of the Assessment Appeals Committee.

A student appealing the results of a module shall pay a fee. This fee shall be refunded where the appeal is successful.

For any queries about UCD’s assessment appeals process, please contact:

UCD ASSESSMENT APPEALS OFFICE

Room B105b Newman, University College Dublin, Belfield, Dublin 4.


W: www.ucd.ie/appeals

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Section A: Thinking of Graduate Studies

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Transferable Skills and Career Development Training 153

Graduate Studies

Staidéir Iarchéime

Section C: Enhancing Your Prospects

key dates and services for graduate Students 147

Section b: Already in Graduate Education

Why graduate Studies? 137

graduate Taught Programmes 140

graduate Research Programmes 141

Entry to UCD’s graduate Programmes 142

Fees & Funding 143

Applying to UCD’s graduate Programmes /Application 145


Graduate Studies

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There are many reasons why people choose to take a graduate degree. Graduate studies can enable you to immerse yourself in a subject you love, will help you to expand your expertise within your chosen subject area and allow you to develop new skills and knowledge. It is a tremendously rewarding experience and one which will both enrich your life and enhance your career prospects.

UCD has developed its graduate studies programmes in line with European best practice and, with more than seven thousand graduate students enrolled across seven Colleges; the University has demonstrated an ongoing commitment to provide all UCD graduate students with the best possible graduate experience and education.

Taught programmes are available at Certificate, Diploma and Masters Levels. These courses are modularised to facilitate access, continuing professional development and life-long learning. Graduate research degrees are also available at Masters and Doctoral levels, allowing students the opportunity to play an active role in UCD’s flourishing research community.

The University has excellent amenities to support graduate students and provides a range of services to ensure that students’ time is enjoyable and fulfilling, academically, personally and socially. Visit the UCD Graduate Studies website for access to a wealth of graduate information.

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You can choose to apply to the university from UCD’s extensive menu of taught graduate programmes, or any of our highly-rated research degree programmes, depending on your area of interest. For a full list of graduate opportunities please visit the UCD Graduate Studies website: www.ucd.ie/graduatestudies. You can also access detailed information on graduate programmes directly through the graduate school or college websites.

Why choose Graduate Studies at UCD?

1/4 of PhDsUCD PhD students account for one

quarter of the Irish University PhD Sector

Top 1%UCD is in the top 1% of higher education

institutions world-wide

a diverse UniversityUCD is a diverse University both in

academic disciplines and culture (20% of students and 25% of staff

are international)the top 100 business schools

UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School has consistently been ranked

amongst the top 100 business schools in the world over the last 10 years

largest provider UCD is the largest provider of graduate education in Ireland

Innovative Research

Innovative research conducted at the University attracts some of the World’s most

brilliant academics and has competitively secured over

€450 million in external research funds

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Graduate Taught Programmes GraduateTaught Programmes, such as Graduate Certificates, Graduate Diplomas or Taught Masters, often consist of taught modules, in addition to the production of a significant thesis or dissertation module for Masters level programmes.

Higher Diploma Level 8

The Higher Diploma is normally awarded following the completionof a programme of one year in duration. Progress and transfer routesinclude transferring to programmes leading to a Masters DegreeGraduate Diploma. These programmes are often referred to asconversion programmes as they allow the student to gain knowledgein an area not covered by their undergraduate degree.

Graduate Diploma Level 9

The Graduate Diploma is normally awarded following the completionof a programme of one year in duration. Progression and transfer routes include exemptions from a programme leading to a MastersDegree or in certain instances it can be offered as a completelyseparate programme.

Masters Level 9

The Taught Masters Degree is awarded following the completion of aprogramme of one to two years in duration. Some of the progressionand transfer routes include development to programmes leadingto Doctoral degrees.

For a full list of Graduate Taught Programmes, please visit: www.ucd.ie/graduatestudies

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Graduate Research ProgrammesA research degree such as a Research Masters or a PhD involves the sustained and in-depth study of a specific topic which is then written up as a thesis for examination. Research degrees involve students carrying out their own research and academic study under the supervision of one or more academic supervisors. The precise focus of research is agreed between the supervisor and the student.

Research Masters Degree Level 9

Research Masters Degrees provide education and training in aparticular subject through original exploration and research. AResearch Masters usually takes one to two years full-time or twoto four years part-time to complete. The research culminates in athesis which sets out the conclusions of the research undertaken. Theassessment and award of the degree are based on the thesis.

UCD Structured PhD Level 10

The UCD Structured PhD aims to enable UCD PhD students toachieve the best possible experience of graduate research andtraining. Making a substantial and original contribution to knowledge, typically leading to peer-reviewed publications, is the core objectiveof doctoral studies.

The Structured PhD includes several innovative measures designedto support students in achieving their academic and professionalobjectives, including the Doctoral Studies Panel (DSP) and theResearch and Professional Development Plan (RPDP). UCD has alsointroduced a suite of structured doctoral programmes devoted toparticular themes called Thematic Programmes.

For further information on the Structured PhD and RPDP please visit: www.ucd.ie/graduatestudies

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Entry to UCD’s Graduate Programmes

Entry Requirements

Achievement of a high honours degree standard in a relevant discipline area is the typical minimum entry requirement to a Taught Masters Degree programme.

However, intending applicants should check the individual requirements listed on the relevant School website as some degrees may require a higher standard for entry.

For applicants who do not meet the required minimum entry standard a year-long qualifying course may be available in some cases. In addition, many Masters programmes have an associated Diploma course which, if passed at an appropriate honours level, may provide part of the necessary academic qualification for entry. In this case relevant work experience may be an essential requirement.

For Research Masters Degrees, course work and examinations may also be specified by the College at entry (normally a 2.1 honours degree entry requirement). Any course work, examinations etc. must normally be satisfactorily completed in the first year of a Masters degree programme.

To be eligible to enter one of UCD’s PhD programmes a candidate must have reached a high honours standard at the examination for the primary degree. In some cases a Masters degree may also be required. In certain cases a candidate may be able to provide other evidence to the School in order to satisfy the entry requirements of the programme.

Please note that for all of the above, reference should be made to the relevant School or programme for more specific information on entry requirements.

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Fees and Funding

Fees

Students are liable to pay programme fees, which include the Student Centre Levy, to the University. In addition, students must budget for their own maintenance (including accommodation). Students pay their fees as part of UCD’s online registration process. The fees and charges as they pertain to you will appear in your fees account online on SISWeb. University fees are published in advance of the academic year, are fixed for each year and are subject to an annual increase. For specific information on the fees for your chosen course of study and the dates by which fees have to be paid please visit the fees website: www.ucd.ie/registry/adminservices/fees

GRANTS

A new Single Grant Authority (Student Universal Support Ireland - SUSI) replaces local authorities for new grant applications. If you are changing your course or starting a new course you will need to apply for a grant online with SUSI. Visit www.studentfinance.ie for more details.

important Note: If you are already in receipt of a grant and continuing in your programme then you will continue to deal with your local authority or VEC. You do not need to contact SUSI.

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Applying to UCD’s Graduate ProgrammesTaught ProgrammesThe majority* of UCD’s Graduate Taught Programmes can be applied for online from October 1st for those commenicing the following September. Please visit www.ucd.ie/apply for more details about this process.

Other Deadlines: Programmes close when places are filled, however, some programmes may have other closing dates(regarding references, amongst other apropos requirements). Please refer to the specific programme information on the website for details on closing dates.

* Applications for the Professional Diploma in Education and the Graduate Diploma in Nursing (Public Health) need to be made through the PAC website www.pac.ie

Research ProgrammesIf you are interested in a research degree visit www.ucd.ie/graduatestudies and click on Research Programmes or visit the specific School or College.When you have identified the area(s) of interest to you, contact the potential supervisor or programme co-ordinator listed. It is beneficial to try and identify a potential supervisor in your area of research before making your application and in some disciplines it is a requirement (eg. Science, Health Science, Agriculture, Food Science and Veterinary Medicine). You can view profiles of some of our researchers at: www.ucd.ie/research

Many of UCD’s graduate research programmes,like taught programmes, can be applied for online. Please visit www.ucd.ie/apply for more details about this process. All other programmes not listed on this site can be applied for by written application. Please contact the relevant School for more information.


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KEy DATES AND SERvICES FOR gRADUATE STUDEnTS UCD’s academic and professional staff will do their utmost to make your transition to and experience of graduate study as smooth and rewarding as possible.

A number of individuals are available to discuss any issues or queries students may have over the course of their study, including their supervisor(s), programme co-ordinator and Graduate School Manager. The UCD Graduate Studies office is also available to advise and inform. Information regarding key dates and services for graduate students can be found at the following links:

Academic Term Dates 2013-2014 www.ucd.ie/registry/academicsecretariat/docs/201316_td.pdf

Fee Payment Information www.ucd.ie/registry/adminservices/fees

Thesis Submission Dates www.ucd.ie/registry/adminservices/fees/thesis_submission.html

Library (Supporting Your Research) www.ucd.ie/library/supporting_you/research_support

Library (Liaison Librarian Service) www.ucd.ie/library/supporting_you/liaison_service

Policy Documents www.ucd.ie/registry/academicsecretariat/pol.htm

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

UCD Graduate Studies www.ucd.ie/graduatestudies

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http://www.ucd.ie/registry/adminservices/fees

http://www.ucd.ie/registry/adminservices/fees/thesis_submission.html

http://www.ucd.ie/library/supporting_you/research_support

http://www.ucd.ie/library/supporting_you/liaison_service

http://www.ucd.ie/registry/academicsecretariat/pol.htm

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



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Relevant School

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Fee Receipt Requests

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Online Registration Issues

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Policies & Regulation Queries

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Accommodation T: (01) 716 1031 E: [email protected]

Innovation Academy T: (01) 716 4012 E: [email protected]

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QUERY CONTACTUCD Student Advisers W: www.ucd.ie/advisers

Student Health Services W: www.ucd.ie/stuhealth

International Student Queries Immigration/Visa Enquiries Off-Campus Accommodation

T: (01) 716 8500 E: [email protected]

Support for Students with a Disability

If you have a physical or sensory disability and would like to discuss your post entry support requirements please contact us. T: (01) 716 7565 E: [email protected] W: www.ucd.ie/openingworlds/ucdaccesscentre/supportsforstudentswithadisability

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UCD Graduate School of Arts & Celtic Studies:

Ms. Barbara Gannon, Graduate School Manager Room A108, Newman Building, Belfield E: [email protected] E: [email protected] T: (01) 716 8241 W: www.ucd.ie/artsceltic/graduateschool

UCD Graduate School of Business and Law Officesincluding UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School

Graduate Taught Programmes in business:Ms. Felicity McGovern, School Manager, Graduate School of Business Programme Office, Room N105, UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School, Carysfort, Blackrock E: [email protected] T: (01) 716 4314

Research Graduate Programmes in business:Research Degrees at the Smurfit School of Business Ms. Jane O’Mara, Manager, Centre for Doctoral Research Studies Room N305, UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School, Carysfort, Blackrock E: [email protected] T: (01) 716 8064

Research and Graduate Taught Programmes in Law:Ms. Niamh McCabe, Programme Manager Law Programme Office, Roebuck Castle, Belfield E: [email protected] E: [email protected] T: (01) 716 8769 W: www.ucd.ie/law/graduatestudents

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UCD Graduate School of Human Sciences:

Ms. Margaret Brindley, Graduate School Manager G209, Newman Building, Belfield E: [email protected] E: [email protected] T: (01) 716 8268 W: www.ucd.ie/humansciences/graduateschool

UCD Graduate School of Engineering & Architecture:

Ms. Angela Evans, Graduate School Manager Engineering and Materials Sciences Centre, Belfield E: [email protected] E: [email protected] T: (01) 716 1861/ 1814 W: www.ucd.ie/eacollege/graduateschool

UCD Graduate School of Sciences (Research degrees):

Ms. Deirbhle Carroll, Graduate School Manager Room 1. 11, Science Centre (South), Belfield E: [email protected]/[email protected] T: (01) 716 2633 W: www.ucd.ie/science/graduate_studies.html

Graduate Taught Programmes Agriculture and Food Science:

Ms. Karen Holland UCD Agriculture and Science Food Centre Programme Office E: [email protected] T: (01) 716 7193

Graduate Taught Programmes Veterinary Medicine:

Ms. Frances Lematti E: [email protected]

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Graduate Taught Programmes Nursing and Midwifery:

Ms. Bernadette Manley Health Sciences Centre C123 T: (01) 716 6499 E: Bernadette.manley:ucd.ie

Graduate Taught Programmes Medicine & Medical Science (Belfield Campus):

Ms. Helen Tobin School of Medicine & Medical Science, Health Sciences Centre C323 E: [email protected] T: (01) 716 6410 / 6696

Graduate Taught Programmes Medicine & Medical Science (Hospitals):

Ms. Maria Fay 1st Floor, Education and Research Centre St Vincent’s University Hospital, Elm Park, Dublin 4 E: [email protected] T: (01) 221 4929

Graduate Taught Programmes (Public Health, Physiotherapy &Population Science):

Mr. David O’Dwyer Woodvie House F21 E: [email protected] T: (01) 716 3423

UCD Graduate Studies

UCD Graduate Studies Tierney Building - Room 0.14 T: (01) 716 4043 E: [email protected] W: www.ucd.ie/graduatestudies

Ms. Christine Ridge Woodview House E: [email protected] T: (01) 7163429

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Section C: Enhancing your Prospects

TRAnSFERABLE SkILLS AnD CAREER DEVELOPMEnT TRAInIng

As a PhD graduate your skill-set will naturally include the advanced research and analytical techniques required to undertake high level research in your field. You will also be expected to possess a range of transferable skills relevant to the successful completion of your research project and to broader career development. Approximately 80% of PhD graduates pursue careers outside academia - in business, industry and the public and voluntary sectors. PhD graduates develop wide-ranging skills beyond their sphere of academic expertise such as time management, negotiation, communication, flexibility and adaptability, the ability to quickly process and sift through large amounts of data and the ability to acquire new skills quickly. This means that PhD graduates are versatile and capable of pursuing a wide range of careers.

It is important to take advantage of the options available throughout your time in UCD to develop an appropriate skill-set for your chosen career. Your Research and Professional Development plan will help you to identify the skills in need of development over the course of your graduate study.

Workshops covering a wide range of transferable and research skills topics are available to assist you. For more information visit the Transferrable Skills website: www.ucd.ie/graduatestudies/transferableskills

In addition, the Career Development Centre (CDC) runs workshops specifically for PhD students and further information can be found on the Career Development Centre website: www.ucd.ie/careers

Please note that different Schools and Colleges may have specific requirements for research students concerning engagement with skills modules (often credit bearing). Please contact your School/Graduate School/College directly for further information.

Ms. Christine Ridge Woodview House E: [email protected] T: (01) 7163429

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Posters and Promotional Material Regulations 157

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Regulations & PoliciesIt is important that you read the Student Code before beginning your life at UCD. While UCD wants its students to enjoy the full experience of University life, you must remember that, while studying in UCD, you are part of an institution of learning that expects the highest standards of behaviour from its students.

In addition to the Student Code, overleaf, there are a range of other regulations and policies that apply to you as a student in UCD. To access more information on these policies follow the links provided:

It is important to read all of the policies and be aware of their contents. This is your responsibility as a student of University College Dublin.

Student Email Policy

Consumption of Alcohol on Campus Policy

Equal Opportunities Policy

Dignity and Respect Policy

Student Complaint Policy

Poster Regulations

Academic Regulations

Library Regulations

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REgULATIOnS AnD gUIDELInES REgARDIng

POSTERS AnD PROMOTIOnAL MATERIALIn the interests of creating a positive and safe learning and working environment, the following guidelines have been drawn up in consultation with staff and students.

It is the responsibility of all Students’ Union Officers, Society Auditors, Club Captains, committee members and staff members to be aware of the regulations and guidelines covering poster and advertising material.

It is the policy of the University not to allow the display or circulation on campus of promotional material for commercial events; the display and circulation of promotional material on campus is a privilege extended only to the Students’ Union, recognised Clubs and Societies and other bona fide University organisations. Promotional material for commercial or other external events will be removed from UCD property. Any Society or Club which allows its title or logo to be used to promote a commercial event or venue will be in breach of University regulations and the Recognition Committee or Athletic Union Council may take disciplinary action.

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Guidelines: Content of PostersBroadly speaking, care should be taken to ensure that any images or content will not cause undue offence to the University population, or to a specific grouping within the University.

Attention is hereby drawn to the University Policy on Dignity and Respect, which applies to all students and staff (full text available at www.ucd.ie/students/studentsupport.html), and also to the national legislation in the area, including inter alia the Equal Status Act (2000), the Employment Equality Act (1998) and the Prohibition of Incitement to Hatred Act (1989). Equally however, it is also the policy of the University to protect freedom of expression and intellectual enquiry and to ensure that they are exercised in such a way as they do not interfere with the rights of others, or breach the laws of the state.

Complaints and breaches of good standards in this area may be considered by the Recognition Committee, which has broad powers in relation to Society discipline, by the Athletic Union Council, which has similar powers in relation to Clubs, and by the Independent Appeals Board, which deals with disciplinary matters relating to the Students’ Union.

Formal complaints against society posters should be submitted to the Societies Officer, formal complaints against club posters to the Athletic Union Council and against a Students’ Union poster to the Independent Appeals Board.

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Guidelines: Display of Posters » The name of the sponsoring UCD club, society or organisation

must be clearly displayed on each poster.

» No private organisations have a right to display posters. Students must not assist private organisations in so doing.

» Posters may be displayed only on designated notice boards throughout the buildings and on the clusters of coloured boards on the ground floor of the John Henry Newman Building.

» Posters must not be hung on walls, on doors, on glass, in lecture theatres or from ceilings.

» During Students’ Union sabbatical elections the Returning Officer has control of one board in every three.

» The Library Tunnel must not be used for the display of posters.

» Blanket coverage of noticeboards by posters for any one event will not be allowed. Posters for any one event may occupy only one quarter of the space provided on clusters of noticeboards.

» One in every three noticeboards is dedicated to posters of A3 size or less.

» The use of stickers is strictly prohibited.

» The use of freestanding panels or stands for advertising events and the location of these in designated areas must be sanctioned in writing in each instance by Campus Services.

» It is the responsibility of the sponsoring club, society or organisation to remove their posters after their event has taken place.

» Any club, society or organisation that wishes to put up posters should remove any out-of-date posters which are still displayed on their designated noticeboards.

» All posters will be removed by Campus Services on Thursdays, except those under regulation 5 above.

» Promotional flyers must be handed directly to recipients; blanket flyering of lecture theatres is strictly prohibited.

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COnSUMPTIOn OF ALCOHOL On CAMPUS

It is the policy of University College Dublin to regulate the consumption of alcohol on campus, to encourage the development of sensible and moderate attitudes towards drinking and to facilitate the organisation of alcohol-free events.

In line with this policy, the Academic Council has approved the following revised regulations in relation to the consumption and advertising of alcohol on campus.

1. Alcohol may not be consumed on campus except in licensed clubs and restaurants and other areas which have been temporarily designated by the Registrar for the purpose of a particular event.

2. Open containers of alcoholic drinks found on other areas of the campus may be confiscated

3. Alternatives to alcoholic drinks, including tea, coffee and snacks, should be available at a reasonable price in the licensed clubs during trading hours.

4. The Registrar has delegated the management of temporary designation of rooms and halls to the Services Department. Those wishing to serve alcoholic drinks at a party or reception should make application to the local Duty Manager on the appropriate form. If the application is approved, a permit will be issued to allow specified volumes of wine and/or beer proportionate to the number of guests attending the function. Services staff have authority to enforce the conditions under which the permit is issued and to confiscate any wine or beer in excess of the permitted quantities.

5. Sponsorship of events or activities by the drinks industry is permitted only where the event or activity has an evident cultural or sporting component.

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6. It is the policy of the university not to allow the display or circulation on campus of promotional material for commercial events; the display and circulation of promotional material on campus is a privilege extended only to the Students’ Union, recognised Clubs and Societies and other bona fide university organisations. Promotional material for commercial or other external events will be removed from UCD property.

7. Any Club or Society which allows its title or logo to be used to promote a commercial event or venue will be in breach of these regulations and the Recognition Committee may take disciplinary action.

8. Clubs, Societies and other groups organising events on- or off-campus may not advertise free or cheap drinks as the main attraction of the event. Posters or other promotional material contravening this regulation may be removed, and the Recognition Committee may take disciplinary action against any Club or Society which contravenes this regulation.

9. Drunken or disorderly behaviour by students is a breach of the UCD Student Code and may be the subject of disciplinary procedures under the terms of the code.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS1. Introduction

2. Norms Of Behaviour

3. Student Conduct With Reference To Academic Courses

4. Student Conduct On Work Placements

5. Damage To Property

6. Breaches Of Discipline

7. Complaints And Summary Procedure

8. Procedure Of The Preliminary Hearing

9. Disciplinary Committee

10. Procedures Of The Disciplinary Committee

11. Appeal

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1. Introduction1.1. University College Dublin is a community of staff, students

and graduates joined together for the common purpose of the advancement and dissemination of knowledge. Its chief officer is the President and its chief statutory bodies are the Governing Authority and the Academic Council.

1.2. The President, the Governing Authority and the Academic Council have statutory responsibility, under national legislation and the Charter and Statutes of University College Dublin, in matters concerning the conduct and duties of the staff and students of the University. In practice, this responsibility is often exercised through the Officers, College Principals, Deans, Directors of Institutes, Professors, Heads of School, lecturers or other academic or non-academic staff, as appropriate in the daily life of the University.

1.3. The Statutes of the University impose a duty on the Academic Council “to regulate the discipline of the students of the University and to impose penalties for breaches of discipline, subject to the right of a student to appeal any penalty to the Governing Authority”. This code sets out these Disciplinary Regulations. It is available, free of charge, from the Registrar of the University, and it is published annually.

2. Norms of Behaviour2.1. The University sustains commitment to quality in teaching,

learning, scholarship and research; emphasises the value of honesty, integrity, commitment, engagement and achievement; and emphasises commitment to equality, and to dignity and respect for all members of the University community. As a consequence all members of the University community are expected to act responsibly at all times, to observe and abide by the Regulations of the University, and not to engage in any activity which might bring the good name of the University into disrepute.

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3. Student Conduct with Reference to Academic Courses3.1. Students are required to attend regularly and punctually the

lectures and classes of the courses of study for which they have registered and to which they have been assigned, and they shall, in all laboratory activity, field exercises or research work, seminars or any other academic work, conform to the directions of the Head of School or of the staff member responsible.

3.2. Students may experience a range of serious and unanticipated difficulties, which adversely affect their ability to study, complete assessments or attend their required lectures and other learning activities. Normally such circumstances will include serious illness, hospitalisation, accident, family bereavement or other serious personal or emotional circumstances. The University has a policy and procedure to consider such extenuating circumstances and is available at www.ucd.ie/registry/academicsecretariat/pol_ext_circum.pdf. Students can obtain the Extenuating Circumstances Guide for Students and Application Form from their respective Programme Office, Student Support Professional (a designated College Student Support Professional; a member of the Access / New ERA or Disability Support Service staff; an official UCD student counsellor, UCD Chaplain or the UCD Student Union Education Officer and Welfare Officer) and Health Centre.

3.3. Should any student, during lectures and classes, or while engaged in laboratory work, research work or field exercises, seminars or any other academic work, be responsible for any breach of good conduct or discipline, or fail to obey instructions from any member of staff, or breach any regulations, such a member of staff may require the student to withdraw from the particular lecture or class or other academic activity; the staff member, if they shall think fit, may bring the matter to the notice of the Registrar or his/her nominee for appropriate action to be taken.

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4. Student Conduct on Work PlacementsWhere students, as part of their academic programmes, obtain professional instruction or are placed for training, professional experience or work experience at a school, hospital, farm, company, professional practice or other workplace (referred to below as “the host institution”), they should be aware of all relevant University policies.

Students registered to such programmes should observe the following code of conduct:

4.1. Students should conduct themselves in such a way as to reflect credit on the University and its students and not to bring the University or the host institution into disrepute.

4.2. Students should conduct themselves in such a way as not to bring the University into disrepute with the host institution.

4.3. Students should respect the staff, the property and the activities of the host institution as they would the staff, the property and the activities of the University; conduct which would constitute a breach of this code if directed towards the staff, property or activities of the University shall be considered a breach of the code if directed towards the staff, property or activities of the host institution, and section 5 of this code shall apply in relation to damage to the host institution’s property as if it were the University’s property.

4.4. Students should acquaint themselves with any traditions, codes of conduct or internal regulations of the host institution and should comply with such traditions, regulations or codes of conduct.

4.5. Students should, if eligible, apply for membership of any professional body relating to the profession for which they are studying, and should conduct themselves within the general ethics of the profession and comply with any professional guidelines in so far as they are applicable to students.

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they are studying and shall be liable to any penalty which may be imposed following due process.

4.8. For the purpose of enforcing this code, the University shall be entitled, but shall not be obliged, to investigate any complaint against a student arising from any alleged misconduct while on placement or any alleged failure to comply with a host institution’s traditions, regulations or codes of conduct and, following the appropriate disciplinary procedures, the University may impose a penalty in respect of such misconduct or failure to comply with a host institution’s traditions, regulations or code of conduct as a breach of the Student Code.

4.9. Programmes that lead to a professional qualification and/or a licence to practise that require students to undertake practical training in a professional environment with patients, clients or other service users may be subject to the University’s Student Fitness to Practise Policy. Students registered to such programmes should familiarise themselves with the policy and comply with stated programme fitness to practise requirements.

5. Damage to Property5.1. Students are required to make good to the satisfaction of

the University any damage or loss which they intentionally cause to any property of the University or for any such loss or damage which arises as a result of their being reckless or negligent. Students are similarly required to make good any damage or loss which they cause to the personal property of any other student or member of staff.

6. Breaches of DisciplineAny act or omission, which affects adversely the rights of any other member of the academic community, or which disrupts the orderly and responsible conduct of any University activity, or which violates any University Regulation, shall constitute a breach of discipline.

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6.1. Breaches of examination regulations as follows:

6.1.1. Copying or cheating at any examination or test

6.1.2. Bringing notes or other unauthorised materials (including unauthorised electronic communication devices) into an examination hall,

6.1.3. Removing scripts or other stationery from an examination hall

6.1.4. Any other breach of the examination regulations or any offence involving the integrity of an examination.Any other breach of the examination regulations or any offence involving the integrity of an examination.

6.2. Plagiarism, that is the copying of another person’s writings or works or ideas in any thesis, essay, project, laboratory report, oral, poster or slide presentation or other exercise, which forms part of the assessment requirement for a module or programme of study without due acknowledgement either wholly or in part of the original source of the material through appropriate citation. For further details on Plagiarism, please see UCD’s Plagiarism Statement, Plagiarism Policy and Procedures (www.ucd.ie/registry/academicsecretariat/plag_pol_proc.pdf) and any other such policies or regulations as approved by Academic Council governing the academic operation of programmes.

6.3. Failure to conduct research ethically, lawfully or in compliance with the UCD Code of Good Practice in Research: www.ucd.ie/researchethics/pdf/ucd_code_of_good_practice_in_research_oct_2010.pdf

6.4. Conduct which is disruptive of or which may disrupt teaching, study or research.

6.5. Abuse of alcohol or other substances on the campus, including contravention of the regulations, which may be made from time to time relating to the consumption of alcohol on the campus.

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University or organised by the University, a University Club or Society.

6.8. Conduct that interferes, or is likely to interfere, with the administration or the good order of the University.

6.9. Obstruction or harassment, including bullying, of any student, member of staff or persons carrying out activities on behalf of the University in the performance of duties, work or other University activity.

6.10. Damaging, defacing, stealing or misappropriating any property of the University, or of any Club or Society of the University, or occupying or using such property other than in accordance with the provisions made by the University, Club or Society.

6.11. Misuse of a Student Card, or personation or activities involving false pretences or dishonesty.

6.12. Sexual harassment of any student or member of the staff of the University.

6.13. Smoking in University buildings in contravention of the Public Health Tobacco Act 2002, Section 47 (as amended) and the Tobacco Smoking (Prohibition) Regulations 2003. Under the provisions of that legislation a fine of €3,000 may be imposed on a student found in breach of its provisions.

6.14. Contravention of any of the University Rules or Regulations. Detailed Regulations applicable to specific areas may be made by the appropriate authority. Where such Regulations are made, information as to their content shall be publicised and made available to the student body by posting in appropriate areas, by written communication or otherwise. It is incumbent on students to ensure they are familiar with the regulations applicable for the time being.

6.15. Acts or omissions by students while outside University engaged in field exercises, work experience, placement or assignment, organised by the University, or while representing the University or any University Club or Society which would breach these Regulations if committed in the University.

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members of staff.

6.17. Refusal or failure to pay a fine or comply with any penalty (subject to the right of appeal applicable) imposed for offences.Incitement or encouragement of any other person or persons to do any of the aforementioned things.

6.18. Incitement or encouragement of any other person or persons to do any of the aforementioned things.

7. Complaints and Summary Procedure7.1. Where a complaint of misconduct or alleged breach of the

Disciplinary Regulations by a student has been brought before the Registrar or his/her nominee, the Registrar or his/her nominee will take steps as soon as is practicable to arrange a meeting with the student and will provide in advance details of the alleged offence.

7.2. Where it proves impracticable, in exceptional circumstances, for the Registrar or his/her nominee to arrange a meeting with the student, the Registrar or nominee may communicate with the student by telephone, email or by registered letter.

7.3. The student may, prior to or during the meeting with the Registrar or his/her nominee, request that the matter be referred to a Disciplinary Committee for adjudication. Where it is impracticable to arrange such a meeting, the student may request that the matter be so referred at any time following receipt of communication from the Registrar or his/her nominee.

7.4. Any student who is resident outside of Ireland may request the Registrar or his/her nominee to arrange a non-oral hearing of the Disciplinary Committee if the student wishes to circumvent the necessity of travelling to Dublin to attend an oral hearing. Where the Registrar or his/her nominee decides to grant such a request, a Disciplinary Committee will be convened to consider the allegation(s) against the student on the basis of written submissions from the Registrar or his/her nominee, the complainant, the student and other relevant parties. The student and the complainant will be given an opportunity to respond to the other’s submission before the 168 169

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7.5. Where an alleged breach of discipline appears to involve two or more students, such students may be jointly charged and heard together.

8. Procedure of the Preliminary Hearing8.1. Pre-hearing

8.1.1. The Registrar or his/her nominee shall notify the student, in writing, of the allegation that has been made against them. The student shall be invited by the Registrar or his/her nominee to attend a preliminary hearing to address the allegation. Notification shall be sent by registered post to the last known address of the student.

8.1.2. The student must respond to the notification and make an appointment with the Registrar or his/her nominee as soon as is practicable. Failure to respond to the Registrar or his/her nominee’s request to make an appointment will constitute a disciplinary offence, and may result in the matter being referred directly to a Disciplinary Committee for adjudication

8.2. Preliminary Hearing Procedure

8.2.1. The function of a preliminary hearing is to permit the Registrar or his/her nominee to consider the case, interact with the student and form an opinion on the seriousness of the case. The process is student- centred and based on natural justice.

8.2.2. Before commencement of the preliminary hearing, the Registrar or his/her nominee shall notify the student that they are being interviewed under the conditions laid out in the UCD Student Code. The Registrar or his/her nominee shall also explain that it is the student’s right to refer the matter directly to a Disciplinary Committee for adjudication at any stage during the interview. The Registrar or his/her nominee must confirm that the student understands the process and is willing to continue.170 171

8.2.3. The Registrar or his/her nominee will outline the allegation made against the student and ask them to accept or reject the accusation and offer to consider whatever submission they see fit to make in regard to the charge.

8.2.4. The Registrar or his/her nominee may, following this meeting or communication:

i. Dismiss the complaint with no further action.

ii. Impose a fine not exceeding 5% of the annual fee for Stage 1 Arts at the time the fine is imposed. The Registrar or his/her nominee may also require a contribution by the student towards the cost of remedying, in whole or in part, any damage or loss caused.

iii. Refer the matter to the Disciplinary Committee, without making any decision as to guilt, where the Registrar or his/her nominee considers that course of action appropriate having regard to the gravity or nature of the charge or on account of the complexities of the issues. Where the gravity of the matter warrants it, the Registrar or his/her nominee may impose a temporary suspension of the student from the University and/or may postpone the award to the student of a degree, diploma, certificate, scholarship, prize or other academic award and shall in such a case ensure that the Disciplinary Committee is convened without delay.

iv. Where an allegation of harassment has been made (under sections 6.9 or 6.12) the Registrar or his/her nominee may decide it is appropriate to recommend the exploration of mediation.

8.2.5. The Registrar or his/her nominee may defer the communication of the outcome to the student where a submission made by the student requires further investigation.170 171

8.2.6. The outcome of the preliminary hearing shall be given in writing to the student. The student shall be informed of their right to appeal a decision to a Disciplinary Committee, the procedure for lodging an appeal and the time limit for lodging an appeal.

9. Disciplinary Committee9.1. The Disciplinary Committee shall be appointed by the

Registrar or his/her nominee and composed of a Chair and two further members (these two members shall be either Senior Lecturers or Professors). Each Committee of Discipline shall have at least one male and one female member. The following are eligible to Chair Committees of Discipline: Vice-Presidents, Principals, Vice-Principals, Deputy Registrars, Deans with university-wide responsibilities, Programme Deans, Chairs of Programme Boards, Directors of Graduate Schools, Heads of Schools and any members of a Panel nominated by Academic Council. A member of the administrative staff shall be appointed as a non-voting secretary of the Committee.

9.2. Decisions of the Committee shall be taken by a simple majority.

9.3. A record, written or otherwise, of the proceedings shall be made.

10. Procedures of the Disciplinary Committee10.1. Pre-hearing

10.1.1. The Registrar or his/her nominee shall prepare a summary containing particulars of the alleged offence and shall forward the summary to the Disciplinary Committee.

10.1.2. The Committee shall cause notice of the hearing to be sent by registered post to the last known address of the respondent student at least ten days before the date of the hearing or to be handed personally to the said student.

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nominee and a note of any documents on which the University proposes to rely at the hearing. In addition, the notice shall state that the respondent student is entitled within reason to call the attendance of witnesses for the purpose of the hearing, to inspect all relevant documents and to obtain copies of any documents listed in the notice upon which the University intends to rely. The notice shall also state that the student may be represented/supported at the hearing by a person of the student’s choice, such as the President of the Students’ Union, a Chaplain, a Student Adviser, parent(s) or, if wished, a practising lawyer. The student shall be informed that written submissions may be made to the Disciplinary Committee in advance of the hearing.

10.3. Disciplinary Committee Procedure The following procedure shall be followed by the Disciplinary Committee:

10.3.1. The Registrar or other University representative appointed by the Registrar or his/her nominee shall present the case to the Committee.

10.3.2. The student shall be asked to admit or deny the alleged offence.

10.3.3. If the student admits the substance of the charge or complaint to be true, it shall not be necessary for the Registrar or Registrar’s representative to offer evidence, although both parties may make such submissions or addresses as they wish in relation to the penalty.

10.3.4. If the student denies the alleged charge, the subsequent procedure shall be fair and reasonable having regard to the nature of the offence and the penalties laid down in these Regulations. In particular the following practices shall be observed:

(a) all the evidence shall be heard in the presence of the student and of the student’s representative and they shall be given the opportunity to cross-examine all witnesses called by the Registrar or Registrar’s representative who 172 173

likewise may cross examine witnesses called by the student;

(b) the student shall be given the opportunity of offering evidence themselves and witnesses and documentation relevant to the issues;

(c) the Registrar or Registrar’s representative and the student or student’s representative(s) shall be given the opportunity to make submissions after evidence has been taken including representations in regard to the penalty where the Disciplinary Committee has found that the charge has been proved against the student.

(d) the Committee shall deliberate in the absence of the complainant, respondent student and/or representatives but shall be entitled to seek legal advice on any legal matter arising in the course of the proceedings.

(e) these procedures set forth above shall be deemed vitiated if the conduct of the student or the student’s representative or any other person or persons on the student’s behalf, in the opinion of the Disciplinary Committee, renders compliance with the said procedures impossible or impracticable.

10.3.5. Where a student fails to attend a Disciplinary Committee hearing and the University has made reasonable attempts to accommodate the student, the Committee may decide to adjudicate on the matter in the student’s absence, relying on the documentation furnished to the student and to the Discipline Committee according to Section 10.1.3 of these Disciplinary Procedures.

10.4. Disciplinary Committee Penalties

Where a student is found guilty of the offence or offences charged, the Committee is empowered to impose any of the 174 175

following penalties, either separately or in combination:

i. expulsion from the University;

ii. suspension from the University for a stated period, or until such time as any requirements laid down by the Committee such as payment of a fine or the restitution of damage or loss are fulfilled;

iii. exclusion from specific University facilities;

iv. debarring from examinations for a specified period;

v. a fine not exceeding 50% of the annual fee for Stage 1 Arts at the time the fine is imposed;

vi. a reprimand and a note on the student’s record;

vii. in the case of an offence of plagiarism or of copying, cheating or other offence in connection with an examination, exclusion from the examination in question and deprivation from any benefits connected therewith, in part or in toto, and/or from the academic course being followed by the student or any part of it;

viii. an order for the reparation of any damage or loss caused, either to the University or to any of its members of staff or students or members of the public;

ix. deprivation of award of degree, diploma, certificate, scholarship, prize or other academic award;

x. a suspended sentence.

The Committee may in exceptional cases, having regard to all the circumstances of the case, decide not to impose any penalty.

10.5. Communication of Decision

10.5.1. The determination of the Disciplinary Committee in every case brought before it, shall be given in writing, and a copy thereof forwarded in due course to the student concerned or the student’s duly appointed representative. The student should be informed of the right to appeal to the Governing Authority, the procedure for lodging an appeal and the time limit for lodging an appeal. A copy shall be sent for noting 174 175

to the Academic Council and Governing Authority; a determination involving deprivation of a scholarship or other prize shall be referred to the decision of the Governing Authority.

11. Appeal11.1. An appeal may be made to the Governing Authority within

two weeks from the date of issue of the decision of the Disciplinary Committee and the appellant shall submit in writing the grounds for appeal. The date of issue of the said decision shall be the date on which the decision is posted by registered post to the student’s address as appears on the University’s register of students, or the date on which the said decision is handed to the student. An appeal against the finding of a Disciplinary Committee should adduce new evidence not available to the Disciplinary Committee; an appeal against the penalty imposed may be made on the grounds of extenuating circumstances.

11.2. Disciplinary Appeal Committee

(a) The Governing Authority delegates to the Disciplinary AppealCommittee of the Governing Authority the power to hear appeals from decisions of the Disciplinary Committee of the Academic Council. The Disciplinary Appeal Committee shall be composed of an uneven number of members of the Governing Authority.

A member of the administrative staff may be appointed as a non-voting secretary to the Disciplinary Appeal Committee.

No member of the Disciplinary Committee or person providing administrative support) who had adjudicated on the original complaint may serve on the Disciplinary Appeal Committee.

(b) Decisions of the Disciplinary Appeal Committee shall be taken by a simple majority.

(c) A record, written or otherwise, of the proceedings shall be made.

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11.3. Procedures of Disciplinary Appeal Committee

(a) A copy of the appellant’s grounds of appeal including the appellant’s submission, if any, shall be provided to the Committee.

(b) A copy of the relevant record of the Disciplinary Committee of the Academic Council shall be obtained from the said Disciplinary Committee.

(c) The appellant or appellant’s representative, and the Registrar or other University representative may make oral submissions to the Disciplinary Appeal Committee.

(d) Where in the opinion of the Disciplinary Appeal Committee the requirements of justice so dictate, the Committee may consider evidence which was not tendered at the hearing before the Disciplinary Committee but provided always that the intention to adduce such fresh evidence has been notified to the student or to the Registrar or other University representative, as the case may be, in time sufficient to enable the student or the Registrar or other University representative to consider properly the said fresh evidence and to deal therewith adequately at the hearing of the appeal.

(e) The Disciplinary Appeal Committee may:(i) allow the appeal;(ii) decrease or increase the penalty, or vary the

nature of the penalty;(iii) reject the appeal.

11.4. Communication of Decision

The determination of the Disciplinary Appeal Committee shall be given in writing and a copy thereof forwarded to the student concerned by prepaid registered post to the student’s address appearing on the University register of students, or to the student’s representative. The outcome shall be sent for noting to the Governing Authority and to the Academic Council.

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Travelling to UCD 180

Cycling Times/Walking Times Map 182

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Bicycles 186

UCD Campus Map 188

ResourcesResourcesAcmhainní

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TRAVELLIng TO UCD

BELFIELD CAMPUSBelfield, the main University College Dublin campus, is located on a 132 hectare site 4km south of Dublin city centre. The campus is an attractively-landscaped complex of modern architectural buildings, accommodating student residences and numerous leisure and sporting facilities. The UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate School of Business is located on the campus at Blackrock, County Dublin.

PUBLIC TRANSPORT TO UCDHit the Road (ucd.hittheroad.ie) shows you how to get to or from either UCD Belfield or Blackrock campus using a combination of Dublin Bus, Luas and DART links. You can also change searching options and search how to get from point A to B anywhere in Dublin.

NATIONAL JOURNEy PLANNERThe National Transport Authority’s National Journey Planner is available on transportforIreland.ie. The service helps people plan personal journeys, door-to-door, anywhere in Ireland using public transport and/or walking. There is also an app available for android phones.

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http://ucd.hittheroad.ie/

http://www.TransportforIreland.ie

DRIvING: » Campus Speed limit is 30 km/h

» Vehicles using the campus must comply with the Road Traffic Act

» Traffic calming barriers prevent through traffic at peak times. Barriers are located at Centra and behind the Quinn School of Business and operate Monday - Friday 7.00hrs - 10.30hrs and 16.00hrs – 19.30hrs.

» Parking is provided on a first-come basis and is exclusively for persons with business in UCD

» Vehicles may only be parked in designated parking spaces and are parked at owners’ risk

» Some car parking areas are pay and display, please check the signage in the relevant car park

» Premium Spaces are premium pay and display spaces that are designed to ensure that short-term parking is always available on the Belfield Campus. They are marked as yellow spaces and are located:

» beside the AIB Bank, in the Tierney car park » Richview car park » Nova UCD car park » Opposite Health Sciences alongside Student Centre car park.

» Vehicles left unattended for more than three weeks will be deemed abandoned and may be removed

» Wheel clamping is used to facilitate parking management on campus. Clamp release fee is indicated by signage in the relevant car parks.

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BICyCLESA bicycle is a great way of commuting to and from UCD. Unfortunately every year there are a number of reports of bicycle thefts on campus. In order to eliminate this problem we are encouraging all users to consider the following steps:

Always LOCK yOuR biCyCLE, even if you are just leaving it for a couple of minutes.

Lock your bicycle ThROuGh ThE FRAME to a bicycle stand.

Always secure bicycles to OFFiCiAL biCyCLE STANDS, never in front of a fire exit, handrail, etc.

SECuRE REMOvAbLE PARTS - lock both wheels and the frame together.

Choose a GOOD quALiTy LOCK. Cable and wire locks are far less effective than a good quality hardened-steel U-lock or D-lock. If possible, avoid the use of combination locks. As a rule of thumb a lock should cost at least 10% of the value of the bicycle - a cheap ineffectual lock will not deter thieves.

Take a clear, colour PhOTOGRAPh of your bicycle and make a written RECORD of its description, iNCLuDiNG SERiAL NuMbER and any other unique features, so that if stolen you can report it accurately.

REGiSTER yOuR biCyCLE. UCD in conjunction with An Garda Síochána are encouraging all bicycle owners to register their bicycle with a bicycle registration service such as Bike Shepard (www.bikeshepherd.org). This simple process enables you to register your bicycle for free online. A stolen bicycle can then be flagged and has a greater chance of recovery. You can also check to see if a bicycle you are considering purchasing has been reported stolen. For further information visit the Bike Shepard website or the UCD Bike Shop.

by TAKiNG ThESE SiMPLE STEPS ThE RiSK OF biCyCLE ThEFT CAN bE GREATLy REDuCED.

If you see suspicious activity or suspect a bicycle is being stolen please report this to Campus Services on Ext 7000 or (01) 716 7000.186 187

http://www.bikeshepherd.org/

Always lock your bike

Use a proper bike rack where possible

Lock the bikethrough the frame

Secure removable parts

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