Students meet regularly in small study groups with 10 to 15 participants under the leadership of an older student who helps the students to sort out, and shed light on, the components of the course that are experienced as difficult.
Academic integration/belonging, Social integration/belongingOn campus | In person | Live
Time lineAccess courses are one year long, part-time courses designed to prepare learners, who may not have formal qualifications, for successful study at university. These are Special Purpose Awards (Level 6) which equip students with the skills and confidence required to take the next step to selected degree courses at UCD. UCD offers two access courses: Diploma in Access to Arts, Humanities, Social Sciences & Law – Access to AHSSL Diploma in Access to Science, Engineering, Agricultural Science & Medicine, and Veterinary Medicine – SEAM+
Academic integration/belonging, Social integration/belongingAccess course | On campus | In person | Live
Time lineCommunity Mentors share information and advice about their college experience to support and inspire young people and adult learners to consider further and higher education.
Academic integration/belonging, Financial needs, Personal mental health/well-being, Social integration/belongingTraining | Mentoring | Off campus | In person | Online & in person (hybrid)
Time lineWe have created an online module to support students in their transition to UCD and to assist them build their academic skills. This online module complements the in person Academic Skills Series: ’How to…UCD” programme.
Academic integration/belonging, Personal mental health/well-beingOnline program | Off campus | Online | Recorded / Asynchronic
Time lineHelping gifted students realise their potential by helping them become conscious of their giftedness, by educating them on the subject and by helping them find the right support.
Academic integration/belonging, Personal mental health/well-being, Social integration/belongingCounseling | On campus | In person | Live
Time lineCommunity Mentors are a valuable community resource, who can help to share information and advice about their college experience, to help prospective students build their awareness of college courses, how to apply, and the benefits of a college education.
Academic integration/belonging, Financial needs, Personal mental health/well-being, Social integration/belongingTraining | Mentoring | Off campus | In person | Online & in person (hybrid)
Time lineUniversal Design Beyond the Classroom Digital Badge: Professional learning programme in Universal Design (UD) for staff working in Student Support and Engagement in Further and Higher Education.
Academic integration/belonging, Personal mental health/well-being, Social integration/belongingOnline program | Training | Off campus | Online & in person (hybrid) | Live and recorded
Time lineSenior secondary school students get to experience campus for a day. Taster lectures are organised, as well as a campus tour, information session on entry pathways and available scholarships and a student panel event.
Academic integration/belonging, Social integration/belongingInfo session | On campus | In person | Live
Time lineUCD Outreach Officer will offer talks/information sessions outlining the various entry options into UCD.
Academic integration/belonging, Social integration/belongingInfo session | Off campus | Online & in person (hybrid) | Live
Time lineOpen Learning is a part time flexible study option. It is one of UCD’s many pathway options to help prospective students transition into tertiary education and helps to widen participation.
Academic integration/belongingPreparatory year | On campus | In person
Time lineThe 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/belongingOnline program | Training | Off campus | On campus | Online & in person (hybrid) | Live and recorded
Time lineUCD Access & Lifelong Learning runs Academic Skills Workshops to assist students build the necessary skills they need when attending university.
Academic integration/belongingWorkshop | On campus | In person | Online | Live | Recorded / Asynchronic
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