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University for All Faculty Partnership Programme

The Faculty Partnership Programme was conceived in 2021 to support and accelerate the implementation of UDL throughout the University. It offers faculty a structured opportunity to undertake Universal Design training, to facilitate this training for the colleagues and peers, and become a role model who will persuade and influence others as to the merits of inclusion for all students.

Academic integration/belonging

Online program | Training | Off campus | On campus | Online & in person (hybrid) | Live and recorded

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Disability Services – Assistive Technology

UCD Access & Lifelong Learning has an Assistive Technology (AT) Specialist who provides technology and training to students who avail of disability support. The Assitive Technology Specialist undertakes needs assessment with students to ascertain what AT the student requires and if they require a Personal Assistant which they will organise

Academic integration/belonging

Online program | Training | Online tool | On campus | Online & in person (hybrid) | Live and recorded

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  • Pre-entry
  • Entry
  • Induction
  • First semester
  • Second semester
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Access Student Support Officer

Access Student Support Officer supports students who enter university via the Higher Education Access Route (HEAR) which is a college and university scheme that offers places on reduced points and extra college support to those who are resident in the Republic of Ireland and underrepresented at Higher Education due to their socio-economic background.

Academic integration/belonging, Financial needs, Personal mental health/well-being, Social integration/belonging

Off campus | On campus | Online & in person (hybrid)

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  • Pre-entry
  • Entry
  • Induction
  • First semester
  • Second semester
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Dignity & Respect Support Service

The UCD Dignity and Respect Support Service was established to ensure the University has proactive measures in place to promote a positive culture of dignity and respect and to create a working and learning environment which makes clear the expectations of members of our community with regard to respecting each other and that unacceptable behaviour will not be tolerated.

Personal mental health/well-being, Social integration/belonging

Training | On campus | In person | Online | Live

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  • Pre-entry
  • Entry
  • Induction
  • First semester
  • Second semester
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UCD Careers Network

UCD Careers Network aims to enable and empower individuals to develop the skills, self-confidence and attitudes needed to flourish in learning and work within a global economy. They assist students with their personal and professional development, developing their employability skills and with their progression as they graduate from college.

Academic integration/belonging

On campus | Online & in person (hybrid)

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  • Pre-entry
  • Entry
  • Induction
  • First semester
  • Second semester
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Disability Services – Needs Assessment

All students with a disability or significant ongoing illness in UCD have the opportunity to receive relevant reasonable accommodations or supports. To receive these supports students are invited to complete a short meeting called a Needs Assessment with UCD Access & Lifelong Learning.

Academic integration/belonging, Social integration/belonging

On campus | Online & in person (hybrid) | Live

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  • Pre-entry
  • Entry
  • Induction
  • First semester
  • Second semester
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Summer School

Each summer UCD Access & Lifelong Learning hosts a residential summer school which gives fifth-year school pupils (senior secondary students) from linked DEIS schools and organisations a chance to meet other students who aspire to go to university. During this programme, participants have an opportunity to experience college lectures, undertake project work in a chosen subject, and enjoy a variety of the social and sports activities available to UCD students. DEIS schools are schools that have been identified as being in areas of disadvantage. DEIS stands for Delivering Equality of Opportunity in Schools and is a Irish government programme.

Academic integration/belonging, Financial needs, Social integration/belonging

Mentoring | On campus | In person | Live

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  • Pre-entry
  • Entry
  • Induction
  • First semester
  • Second semester
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Languages for Life

UCD Languages for Life support 5th and 6th year students (senior cycle) in DEIS secondary schools to improve their language skills. French, Italian, German and Spanish are offered. DEIS stands for Delivering Equality of Opportunity in Schools. DEIS schools are designated by the Irish Government for funded initiatives that target support at disadvantaged communities, particularly those located in urban areas.

Academic integration/belonging

Training | Workshop | Off campus | On campus | Online & in person (hybrid) | Live

Time line
  • Pre-entry
  • Entry
  • Induction
  • First semester
  • Second semester
Read more >