IFSA University College Dublin
- Location: Dublin, Ireland
- Minimum GPA: 3.0
- Language of Instruction: English
- Class Eligibility: Juniors
Introduction
A warm welcome awaits you in Ireland
Dublin is the capital city and major cultural center of Ireland. It is the origin of many prominent artists and writers such as James Joyce, Oscar Wilde, Samuel Beckett, Bram Stoker, and Roddy Doyle. Because it is the capital, one can find many important museums and galleries to visit there, including the National Print Museum of Ireland, the Irish Museum of Modern Art, the National Gallery of Ireland, the Hugh Lane Municipal Gallery, the Chester Beatty Library, and three centers of the National Museum of Ireland
- Visa:
Required after arrival in Ireland. Students must register with the Garda Siochana (Police) in the area in which they reside within three months of arrival in Ireland. There is a €300 fee for registering.
Non-US citizens should consult with IFSA and the Office of International Student Support before applying to the program.
- Fees: Students pay Haverford tuition to Haverford College. Haverford will then be responsible for submitting tuition payments to the program. Students pay room and board fees directly to IFSA.
Academic Overview
Requirements
This program has a firm 3.0 GPA requirement. Some departments may have a higher than minimum GPA requirement.
Direct Enrollment
University College Dublin (UCD) is Ireland’s largest university. Known for its top-ranking business school, notable school of humanities, and leadership in science and technology innovation, there is something for everyone at UCD. Join more than 33,000 students pursuing a wide range of academic studies at one of Ireland’s most research-intensive institutions.
Academic Credit
As the BA course in UCD takes three years, Junior Year Abroad students follow courses at the second or third-year level. At this level, students normally receive a minimum of 25-30 ECTS per semester and 60 credits for a full academic year’s work, usually equally divided between two major subjects. Transfer credit will only be granted for courses in which students receive a grade of a C (2.0) or above.
The IR10050 Irish for Beginners course will fulfill Haverford’s language requirement.
Curriculum
The UCD Center for Study Abroad will advise students and process course enrollment. Opportunities to study Irish language. Students can join sports clubs and social groups.
Course Highlights
Arabic, Archeology, Architecture, Biochemistry, Biology, Biomedical Engineering, Biosystems Engineering, Celtic Civilization, Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering, Chemistry, Cities, Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Economics, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Energy Systems Engineering, Engineering, English, French, Geography, Geology, German, Greek, Health Studies, Hebrew, History, History of Art, Information Studies, Early Irish, Irish (An Nua-Ghaeilge), Irish Folklore, Italian, Latin, Linguistics, Mathematics, Mathematical Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Music, Neuroscience, Philosophy, Physics, Politics, Public Health, Social Policy, Psychology, Sociology, Spanish, Statistics, and Welsh. Course offered in the Faculty of Science include Biochemistry, Botany, Chemistry, Computer Science, Experimental Physics, Genetics, Geology, Industrial Microbiology, Mathematics, Mathematical Physics, Pharmacology, Statistics, Urban Studies, and Zoology.
Note: Changes occur frequently. Students are responsible for finding the classes they need and consulting the official site of the institution.
Non-Academic Overview
Orientation
Provided by IFSA and University College Dublin
Number of Students
Approximately 33,000 undergraduates attend UCD
Housing/Meal Plans
Residence Hall – You will live in a dedicated student residence at UCD with your own bedroom in either a four-or six-bedroom unit. Each accommodation has a shared kitchen, living room, either private or shared bathrooms, WiFi, and a common laundry facility.
Haverford students may not opt for housing not arranged by the program.
Notes
Additional Resources
Options
- Semester
- STEM Courses Offered
- Fulfills Language Requirement
- Direct Enrollment
Dates
- Semester I: Early September to mid-December
- Semester II: Mid-January to mid-May
Application Deadlines
- Semester I: March 15
- Semester II: October 1