Expand+Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements
O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics and three other recognised subjects

Computational Social Science
Special Entry Recommendations In order to study this degree, we strongly recommend that you also have ...

Hide-Leaving Cert Subject Entry Requirements
O6/H7 in English, Irish, Mathematics and three other recognised subjects

Computational Social Science
Special Entry Recommendations In order to study this degree, we strongly recommend that you also have at least a Grade H4 in Leaving Certificate mathematics, or equivalent.

Philosophy, Politics & Economics
In order to study this degree, we strongly recommend that you have at least a Grade O3/H7 in Leaving Certificate mathematics, or equivalent.

Economics, Mathematics & Statistics
Special Entry Recommendations:
In order to study this degree, we strongly recommend that you also have at least a Grade H4 in Leaving Certificate Mathematics, or equivalent.

Economics
Special Entry Recommendations
In order to study this degree, we strongly recommend that you have at least a Grade O3/H7 in Leaving Certificate mathematics, or equivalent.

Irish/Gaeilge
Special Entry Recommendation
We recommend that you should only study Irish if you have at least a H4 grade in Irish at Leaving Certificate Irish or equivalent.

Expand+Minimum entry requirements

• To matriculate on the results of the Leaving Certificate, a student must present at least six recognised subjects selected according to course requirements (see Entry Requirements for each course) and must obtain at...

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• To matriculate on the results of the Leaving Certificate, a student must present at least six recognised subjects selected according to course requirements (see Entry Requirements for each course) and must obtain at least Grade H5 in two subjects and Grade O6/H7 in the remaining four subjects.

• A student may normally combine the results of Leaving Certificate examinations obtained in different years for Matriculation Registration purposes. This concession applies to Matriculation Registration only; it does not apply to the calculation of points. However, it should be noted that students seeking to enter Medicine must meet the minimum entry requirements, including both Leaving Certificate points and Matriculation, in the same sitting of the Leaving Certificate.

Acceptable subjects
All subjects of the current Leaving Certificate examination are accepted for Matriculation Registration purposes, with the following exceptions and qualifications:

i . Gaeilge – Bonnleibhéal (Irish – Foundation Level) will not be accepted for Matriculation Registration purposes.

ii. Mathematics Ordinary Alternative/ Foundation Level will be accepted for Matriculation Registration purposes, but not as a substitute for the subject Mathematics in courses for that the subject Mathematics is currently an entry requirement.

Leaving Certificate points are not awarded for either of these subjects.

Applicants presenting Leaving Certificate results from previous years, which include subjects no longer offered should contact www.ucd.ie/askus for advice with regard to acceptability and any exclusions that may apply.

Combination of subjects not permitted

The subject “Physics and Chemistry” may not be presented with either “Physics” or “Chemistry”.

• “Agricultural Economics” may not be presented with “Economics”.

• “Classical Studies” may not be presented with “Latin” or “Greek”

Laboratory science subjects
The following subjects in the Irish Leaving Certificate are recognised laboratory science subjects:

Agricultural Science • Biology • Chemistry • Physics and Chemistry (Joint) • Physics.

For Science (DN200) only, Applied Mathematics, Geography or Computer Science may also be used as a laboratory science subject.

Assessment of applications
Admission to most undergraduate courses is extremely competitive. Entry is based on the points system for students presenting Irish Leaving Certificate examinations.

Notes
• Minimum points requirements can change from year-to-year as they are dependent on demand for each course, as well as the number of places available.

• 25 additional points will be awarded for a grade H6 or better in Leaving Certificate Mathematics, where that subject is one of the six subjects being counted for points purposes.

• Applicants’ performance in the Leaving Certificate examination is scored on their best results in no more than six individual subjects taken in the Leaving Certificate examination of any one year. This does not preclude an intending applicant from taking school-leaving examinations in two or more years. In this event, the choice of year for scoring purposes will be such as to ensure that each applicant is credited with the maximum possible score.

• It is still possible to achieve matriculation and subject requirements over more than one year. However, for admission to Medicine, applicants must achieve both the required subject grades and the points in the same sitting.

• The subjects and combinations of subjects not permitted for matriculation also apply when computing an applicant’s points score.

• The points scores for Medicine are adjusted when combined with HPAT – Ireland. Please see www.myucd.ie/medicineaddreq

• For scoring of pre-2017 Leaving Certificate examinations, please see www.myucd.ie/leavingcert/pointsscoring

Note: If you were born outside the Republic of Ireland, you do not require Irish as a subject for entry to UCD. However, you may present Irish as a subject for matriculation to fulfil the requirement to present a language other than English.

Is there an age requirement?
Yes. You must be 17 years of age by 15 January following entry. For entry in 2023, your date of birth must be on or before 15 January 2007. If you do not meet the age requirement and want to appeal this, you can write to the Registrar. Your letter must be accompanied by a letter of support from your School Principal. Your request will be then be considered.

Are there minimum entry requirements?
Yes, there are minimum entry requirements that all applicants, applying based on school-leaving results, must meet. This is known as matriculation. These requirements are available at www.ucd.ie/admissions

Is Irish always required?
A pass in Irish (06/H7) in the Leaving Certificate is required for admission to all courses in UCD. However, you may be able to claim exemption if you were born outside the Republic of Ireland or in certain other circumstances (e.g. if you were educated outside Ireland for a significant period or have specific disabilities).

Please see www.ucd.ie/admissions for further details. Note, in some cases, if you are granted exemptions from Irish, you may nevertheless present Irish as a subject for matriculation to fulfil the requirement to present a language other than English.

Are there any other subjects that are always required?
As English is the teaching language of the University, all applicants must have a pass (06/H7) in English (or equivalent in other exams). Mathematics is required for many courses. In addition, some courses require a third language and/or a laboratory science subject. Full details are available in our Summary Entry Requirements document, available at www.ucd.ie/lc

Are there other special entry requirements for courses? Applicants for Medicine (DN400) are assessed on a combination of their school-leaving qualifications and the Health Professions Admission Test – Ireland (HPAT – Ireland). In addition to the CAO application, applicants must register for the HPAT – Ireland at: www.hpat-ireland.acer.edu.au

Applicants for Veterinary Medicine (DN300) are required to complete practical experience relevant to animal handling. For more information see: www.myucd.ie/vetmedentryreq

In some cases, mature applicants will need to take assessments.

For graduate entry to Medicine or Veterinary Medicine, GAMSAT is required.

Are there any special requirements for courses with clinical or professional placements?

Health Screening
For the protection of patients and students, certain health checks are necessary for students who will be participating in the following programmes: Medicine (DN400, DN401), Radiography (DN410 and DN411), Physiotherapy (DN420), Biomedical, Health & Life Sciences (DN440), and Human Nutrition (DN262) Nursing and Midwifery (DN450, DN451, DN452, DN453).

Further information on the health screen processes and policies is available at: www.ucd.ie/stuhealth/services/healthscreening

Student Garda Vetting
Applicants to certain courses will also be required to complete an application to the National Vetting Bureau and/or an overseas police certificate.

At present, the courses requiring Student Vetting include Human Nutrition (DN262), Medicine (DN400 and DN401), Radiography (DN410 and DN411), Physiotherapy (DN420), Nursing and Midwifery (DN450, DN451, DN452, DN453) and Sports & Exercise Management (DN430). Details are available at www.ucd.ie/vetting

Note: It is important to note that Healthcare Screening and Student Vetting are compulsory course requirements.

Fitness to Practise
Courses that lead to a professional qualification and a licence to practise that requires students to undertake practical training in a professional environment, may be subject to the University’s Student Fitness to Practise Policy. Students applying to such courses can find out more information at: www.myucd.ie/admissions/genregsandpol

Expand+QQI-FET Applicants

21 UCD undergraduate courses from a broad range of courses in: Science, Agriculture, Veterinary Nursing, Nursing, Arts and Humanities, Social Sciences, Law and Commerce accept applicants on a competitive basis with appropriate Q...

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21 UCD undergraduate courses from a broad range of courses in: Science, Agriculture, Veterinary Nursing, Nursing, Arts and Humanities, Social Sciences, Law and Commerce accept applicants on a competitive basis with appropriate QQI-FET (Level 5 or 6) qualifications and modules. The minimum requirement is five distinctions in appropriate QQI-FET (Level 5 or 6) qualifications including components specified for the relevant programme. For full details and information on other programmes under consideration see: www.ucd.ie/FET

Expand+Mature Applicants UCD has a mature entry pathway for anyone who is at least 23 years of age on 1 January of the proposed year of entry and whose school-leaving qualifications are insufficient for admission. For admission in September 2023, your date ...

Hide-Mature Applicants UCD has a mature entry pathway for anyone who is at least 23 years of age on 1 January of the proposed year of entry and whose school-leaving qualifications are insufficient for admission. For admission in September 2023, your date of birth must be on or before 1 January, 2000.

How do I apply?
For all full-time and some part-time undergraduate degree courses, mature applicants must apply through the Central Applications Office (CAO). The application can be completed online at www.cao.ie. Some courses require specific tests (e.g. HPAT) or personal statements. Please see: www.ucd.ie/maturestudents for details of what is required for each course. For most of our courses, the closing date for application is 1 February 2023. Some courses may accept late applications up to 1 May 2023 but this is subject to the availability of places.

What should be included with my application?
Mature applicants may need to provide supplementary information in addition to their CAO application form. Any supplementary information required (e.g. examination results, CV, personal statement) must be sent to the CAO with the completed application form. Those applying online (via www.cao.ie) must ensure that they forward supplementary information to the CAO immediately after submitting the online application. The CAO Handbook contains useful advice regarding the application process.

Note: You must ensure that all relevant information is submitted to the CAO. There is no separate UCD application form, although some courses require a supplementary statement. For advice on personal statements, see our website below. Your documents must arrive in the CAO within ten days of the submission of the online application.

For more information: www.ucd.ie/maturestudents

Expand+Entry 2023

Early online application (discounted): Fee €30 Closing Date: 20 January 2023 at 5pm

Normal online application: Fee €45 Closing Date: 1 February 2023 at 5pm

Late online application - restrictions apply (see page 3 2023 CAO Hand...

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Early online application (discounted): Fee €30 Closing Date: 20 January 2023 at 5pm

Normal online application: Fee €45 Closing Date: 1 February 2023 at 5pm

Late online application - restrictions apply (see page 3 2023 CAO Handbook): Fee: €60 Closing Date: 1 May 2023 at 5pm

Change of Mind - restrictions apply (see page 3 2023 CAO Handbook): Fee: Nil Closing Date: 1 July 2023 at 5pm

Exceptional online late application (see page 31 of the 2023 CAO Handbook): Fee €60 Closing Date: 22 July 2023 at 5pm

Be sure to complete any action well in advance of closing dates. You should avoid making an application close to a closing date. No extensions to closing dates will be allowed and all application fees are non-refundable.

LATE APPLICATIONS
Late Applications are those which are received after 5pm on 1 February 2023. The closing date for late applications is 5pm on 1 May 2023, subject to the restrictions listed on page 3 of the 2023 CAO Handbook. The online facility for late applications opens on the 6 March 2023 at 12:00 noon - a fee of €60 applies.

Exceptional Late Applications (Exception to the timetable)
The exceptional closing date of 22 July at 5pm applies only to applicants who are registered as an undergraduate student on 1 May 2023 in any year in any one of the participating HEIs (subject to the exclusions listed below). In order to avail of the Exceptional Late Application facility you must have entered the HEI through the CAO system. This is an exceptional late closing date and all steps must be completed by 5pm on 22 July. No changes may be made after this date.

If you did not enter your current course through the CAO system, you must first contact the Admissions Office of the HEI to which you wish to apply and they will inform you if you may submit an application direct to the institution.

Exclusions:
You may submit a late application only for entry to courses other than your existing course. If you wish to repeat the year in the same course you must arrange this within your HEI.

Mary Immaculate College Limerick, Marino Institute of Education, Trinity College Dublin, University of Limerick, Maynooth University have special procedures in place in the case of current or previous students who wish to apply for entry to another course in the same HEI. Such applicants must contact their Admissions Office to determine the application procedure. However, if you are a student in another HEI and you wish to apply to any of these five HEIs, you should apply through CAO.

Refer to page 31 of the 2023 CAO Handbook on how to make an Exceptional Late Application.

Restrictions
As a CAO applicant you may experience one or more of the following restrictions based on your course choices, your category of application, or restrictions imposed by the HEIs that you wish to apply to. Please read the section on 'Restrictions' on page 3 of the 2023 CAO Handbook carefully. This section includes information on:

General Restrictions
1. Making a late application
2. Making changes to your course choices

Restricted Courses
3. Applying for a restricted course

Mature Applicants
4. Mature applicants

Supplementary Admissions Routes
5. Applying for DARE and/or HEAR

Expand+Why do people behave the way they do? How do social, cultural, political and economic forces shape our lives and the world in which we live?

If these types of questions about society and social relationships spark your interest, prepare to be chal...

Hide-Why do people behave the way they do? How do social, cultural, political and economic forces shape our lives and the world in which we live?

If these types of questions about society and social relationships spark your interest, prepare to be challenged and fascinated by studying social sciences in UCD. You will examine the nature of our society and the issues confronting humanity, including climate change, crime and violence, social and economic inequality, gender justice, sustainable cities, human development, economic growth and big data.

Why UCD Social Sciences?
UCD leads the way with the broadest and most diverse Social Sciences programmes in Ireland offering innovative education and research to address the critical social, political, cultural and economic concerns of our time. You will study with internationally renowned academics and capitalise on UCD’s impressive international subject rankings.

You will develop the skills required to succeed in today’s rapid paced business and societal environment, including research, problem solving, analysis and communication. In addition, you will develop expertise in the research techniques employed by social scientists.

International Study Opportunities
With UCD Social Sciences, students can apply to study abroad in leading universities in the UK, US, Europe, Australia and Asia. In the four-year degree, study abroad opportunities are integrated into the third-year curriculum. Students who take Social Sciences subjects with a language minor will spend their third year abroad in a partner university. Study abroad is also available as an option in our three-year degrees. Students can opt to extend their degree by one year studying abroad and graduate with a BSc or BSocSc International degree.

Internship Programme
BSc Social Sciences students can apply for an optional paid internship placement over one trimester in their third year. Students gain relevant, real-world professional experience related to their field of study in a business, government agency or a non-profit organisation during their internship.

BSc Social Sciences – DN700
Social Sciences students explore society and how people behave as individuals and in groups. With the four-year Social Sciences degree, you choose DN700 at CAO and then select your preferred option below. Your subject choices are guaranteed. There are options to change subject choices at the end of first year if you wish. You will gain a deep understanding of each subject you choose to study and develop real-world skills in research, communication and leadership. You may additionally apply for an internship, or study abroad for a year or a trimester. You will learn to analyse, criticise and challenge beliefs and assumptions – including your own. Overall, there are 525 places in DN700.

Expand+Choose your course from one of the following four options below:

- Computational Social Science
- Economics, Mathematics & Statistics
- Philosophy, Politics & Economics
- Two Subject Combination

Two Subject Combination (TSC)
If you choose ...

Hide-Choose your course from one of the following four options below:

- Computational Social Science
- Economics, Mathematics & Statistics
- Philosophy, Politics & Economics
- Two Subject Combination

Two Subject Combination (TSC)
If you choose two subject combination please note that in a Joint Major degree (e.g. Archaeology and Economics), students
take an equal number of modules in both subjects. In a Major/Minor degree (e.g. Geography with English), students take
substantially more modules in their Major subject (e.g. Geography).

Studying Archaeology as a Joint Major with one of the below:
Geography, Economics, Sociology, Mathematics, Philosophy, Social Justice, Statistics, Politics & International Relations, Information & Communication Studies.
or
with one Minor subject
Art History, Irish Folklore, Celtic Civilisation, Chinese, Geology, Irish, Greek & Roman Civilisation.

Studying Economics as a Joint Major with one of the below: Archaeology, Sociology, Geography, Mathematics, Philosophy, Social Justice, Statistics, History, Politics & International Relations, Information & Communication Studies.
or
with one Minor subject Irish, German, Chinese.

Studying Geography as a Joint Major with one of the below: Archaeology, Sociology, Economics, Mathematics, Social Justice, Philosophy, Statistics, Politics & International Relations, Information & Communication Studies.
or
with one Minor subject English, Linguistics, Geology, Irish, Greek & Roman Civilisation, History.

Studying Information & Communication Studies as a Joint Major with one of the below: Archaeology, Sociology, Economics, Mathematics, Geography, Social Justice, Philosophy, Statistics, Politics & International Relations.
or
with one Minor subject Music, Irish.

Studying Philosophy as a Joint Major with one of the below: Archaeology, Sociology, Economics, Mathematics, Geography, Social Justice, Information & Communication Studies, Statistics, Politics & International Relations.
or
with one Minor subject Chinese, Irish, Greek, Linguistics.

Studying Politics & International Relations as a Joint Major with one of the below: Archaeology, Sociology, Economics, Mathematics, Geography, Social Justice, Information & Communication Studies, Philosophy, Statistics.
or
with one Minor subject Linguistics, Irish Chinese, Italian French, Spanish German.

Studying Sociology as a Joint Major with one of the below: Archaeology, Politics & International Relations, Economics, Mathematics, Geography, Social Justice, Information & Communication Studies, Philosophy, Statistics.
OR
with one Minor subject Art History, German, English, Irish, Linguistics, Italian.

Studying Social Justice as a Joint Major with one of the below: Archaeology, Philosophy, Economics, Politics & International Relations, Geography, Sociology, Information & Communication Studies,

Expand+Career Opportunities
Social sciences graduates are valued by employers for their skills in research, leadership and communication. Graduates progress to work in government, NGOs, the media and businesses as economists, policymakers, environmentalist...

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Social sciences graduates are valued by employers for their skills in research, leadership and communication. Graduates progress to work in government, NGOs, the media and businesses as economists, policymakers, environmentalists, activists, information managers, HR managers, entrepreneurs, journalists, statisticians, urban planners, archaeologists, librarians, secondary school teachers, social workers, researchers and many more professions across the public and private sectors.