Dublin City University - Qualifax

DUBLIN CITY UNIVERSITY
About the University
Located in Glasnevin, just north of Dublin city centre and
close to the M50 motorway, Dublin City University is Ireland’s
youngest university. DCU offers over 50 primary degree
programmes in the areas of business, humanities, engineering
and computing, science and health, and education studies.
At its modern campus, DCU’s 10,000 students enjoy superb
teaching and recreational facilities. These include dedicated laboratories, an awardwinning
library, The Hub social centre, The Helix arts centre, and the new University
Sports Club.
DCU works in partnership with students to enable them to reach their full
personal potential. The University’s emphasis on practical learning and continuous
assessment helps to ease the strain of exam pressures for students, while also
ensuring strong demand for DCU graduates in the workplace. DCU strongly encourages
applications from mature candidates and is continually working towards wider entry
routes in order to increase participation of adult learners.
UNIVERSITIES
Pre-entry Supports
Mature Student Officer offers general advice to prospective students
Dedicated webpage for prospective mature students available at
www.dcu.ie/registry/mature.shtml
Outreach activities: Mature Student Officer available to visit adult education
centres to speak with prospective students about DCU courses and the application
procedure
DCU Open Day and Mature Student Open Evening enable prospective students to
meet with lecturers and view the campus
Careers advice and guidance for prospective students offered by the Careers Service
Mature Student Summer School prepares new students for college life. Includes
workshops on study skills, computer skills and academic writing
Admissions advice delivered by Registry Staff
International Office staff offer advice to overseas students
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