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Open Learning Modules at UCD

Applications for Trimester 2 2024/25 are now open - apply using this form.

6 colleges and 29 different schools, as well as the UCD Centre for English and Global Languages, are represented in the Open Learning programme at UCD. In total, there are over 400 modules you can choose from as an Open Learner for the 2024/25 Academic Year. These modules can be studied on an individual basis or as a package, and for credit or for interest.

Click on the module title below for more detailed information about that module, including what you will learn, the assessment type, and how the module will be offered (i.e. online and/or face-to-face).

Please keep in mind that Open Learning module offerings and details are subject to change and are available on a first-come-first-serve basis. Should your preferred module be at capacity, please email us at (opens in a new window)all@ucd.ie so that we can discuss your options.

Centre for English and Global Languages

Autumn Trimester - September to December 2024

Spring Trimester - January to May 2025

Please note that the Centre for English and Global Languages' modules can only be taken for credit (i.e. with assessment) and not for audit.

In addition to the modules specified above, the Centre also offers other languages and levels which may be available to Open Learning students depending on availability. For a full list of what we offer, see the Centre for English and Global Languages website.

College of Arts and Humanities

Autumn Trimester - September to December 2024

Spring Trimester - January to May 2025

College of Business

College of Engineering and Architecture

College of Health and Agricultural Sciences

College of Science

Autumn Trimester - September to December 2024

Spring Trimester - January to May 2025

* Students on a Progression Pathway will be given first preference to register for this module.

Find out more about our Progression Pathways into 3 undergraduate programmes in the College of Science.

Autumn Trimester - September to December 2024

Spring Trimester - January to May 2025

*Students on a Progression Pathway will be given first preference to register for
this module.

Find out more about our Progression Pathways into 3 undergraduate programmes in the College of Science.

Autumn Trimester - September to December 2024

Spring Trimester - January to May 2025

* Students on a Progression Pathway will be given first preference to register for
this module.

Find out more about our Progression Pathways into 7 undergraduate programmes in the School of Agriculture and Food Science, College of Science, and the Lochlann Quinn School of Business.

College of Social Sciences and Law