Incoming Exchanges and Erasmus+

Please read for details about UCD's accessibility services and the support we offer on our (opens in a new window)Inclusive Mobility EU profile.

All students with a disability or significant ongoing illness in UCD have the opportunity to receive relevant and reasonable support. These supports may include academic support such as awareness support for your lecturers and/or exam support such as extra time for exams (10 minutes per hour). To receive these supports students are invited to complete a short meeting called Needs Assessment with UCD Access & Lifelong Learning. Learn more about UCD's Disability Support.

Please consult the following website to see if you need a visa.

If you require a visa letter or any further information, please reach out to (opens in a new window)incoming.erasmus@ucd.ie (EU/EEA or UK students) or (opens in a new window)incoming.exchanges@ucd.ie (students outside of Europe).

Your access to different subjects at UCD depends on the Erasmus+/Exchange agreement your home university has with UCD. Please confirm if the subject you wish to study is covered by the agreement with your home university before looking at individual modules.

Modules and Credits

Places in modules at UCD are not guaranteed. Moreover, there are certain restrictions on specific subject areas (such as Health and Agricultural Sciences, Education, Psychology, Business, Law, English Literature, History and Master level classes) as well as certain types of modules (e.g. some research and internship modules). For further information, consult UCD Module Information guide for incoming Erasmus and non-EU Exchange students 2025/26.

Make sure to work alongside your home university when researching modules to ensure that you can receive credits for your module choices from your home university. Additionally, please have a back-up option for each module on your ideal list in case a module is not available.

To research modules at UCD, make a start by visiting our Module Search page.

School of Law and Quinn School of Business

For more information on the Quinn School of Business and Sutherland School of Law exchange programmes, please visit:

• UCD Sutherland School of Law | Exchanges.
• UCD Lochlann Quinn School of Business | Exchange

UCD Centre for English, Global Languages and Irish Studies

All incoming exchange students are eligible for credit bearing modules from the UCD Centre for English and Global Languages. Additionally, UCD offers a number of Irish Studies modules that are directed at international students and are popular amongst our incoming exchange students from all study backgrounds.

Accommodation on campus is limited and not guaranteed. Accommodation on campus is administered by UCD Residences and students that meet the nomination and application deadlines get a chance to apply.

Students who do not secure a room on campus, or who simply prefer to live off-campus, you can visit our off-campus accommodation page for advice.

Please contact UCD Global directly to confirm your expected arrival date on campus. Orientation will take place one week before classes start, in September (for the Autumn trimester) and in January (for the Spring trimester). 

While Orientation events are not mandatory, they are highly recommended! You must prioritise events from the schedules for Erasmus+ and exchange students. If there are academic advisories planned for your specific cohort, you must also attend these.

Get involved in campus life by joining clubs and societies!

• (opens in a new window)UCD Societies are student-centered organisations where you can explore your interests or develop new ones.
• (opens in a new window)ESN UCD is a society aimed at Exchange, International, Erasmus & Study Abroad students at UCD.
• The (opens in a new window)UCD International Students Society (ISS) is a cultural society that offers social gatherings, parties, nights out, and day and overnight trips throughout the year.
• Whether you want to try out a new sport or continue training in a sport you are already familiar with, UCD Sports Clubs are a great way to get active.
• Visit the Global Guides and attend events at the UCD Global Lounge.

Things to Do

For information on what’s going on in Dublin we recommend visiting (opens in a new window)Lovin Dublin and (opens in a new window)Alternative Dublin Events.

(opens in a new window)Irish Road trip is an excellence resource for Information and tips when planning your trips within Ireland.

Travel

When you move to Dublin, we encourage you to purchase a (opens in a new window)Young Adult/Student Card so you can use the different public transport options at a discounted price. 

To learn more about travelling around the island of Ireland by train, you can visit (opens in a new window)Irish Rail.

(opens in a new window)Transport Ireland is a excellent website to explore you transport options.

If you encounter any difficulties, please visit this overview for all available Student Supports. Should you require medical, psychological or psychiatric supports, please consult the UCD Student Health Service, a dedicated unit who provide on-campus medical care for registered students of the university: UCD Student Health Service.

Remember, you are always welcome to come by the Global Lounge and talk to a member of the team if you have any issues.