Program Overview

UCD Access and Lifelong Learning

UCD Access and Lifelong Learning provides various pathways for students to access university education. The program offers support and resources to help students succeed in their academic journey.

Entry Pathways

• Entry Pathways: UCD Access and Lifelong Learning offers different entry pathways for students, including:
  • HEAR/DARE
  • Part-time Pathways
  • QQI-FET
  • Mature Years

Supports while Studying

• Supports while Studying: The program provides various supports to help students while studying, including:
  • Disability Support
  • Financial Supports
  • Academic Study Skills
  • Digital Supports

Community Outreach

• Community Outreach: UCD Access and Lifelong Learning engages in community outreach activities, including:
  • Outreach Opportunities
  • Students and Staff Collaborators
  • Community Partners and Projects

University for All

• University for All: The program aims to make university education accessible to all, with initiatives such as:
  • Universal Design
  • Faculty Partnership Programme
  • Professional Staff Partnership Programme
  • Student Partnership Programme
  • Publications
  • Widening Participation Committee

UCD Access Leaders

Who are our Access Leaders?

Access Leaders are a group of exceptional students who have been selected to represent UCD Access and Lifelong Learning and play a vital role in assisting with the program's work.

What is the role of an Access Leader?

Access Leaders provide peer support and mentoring to new entrants about to undertake a degree programme or progression pathway to undergraduate study. They also collaborate with the program to design and deliver various activities across the campus and beyond.

What activities are Access Leaders involved in?

Access Leaders participate in activities such as the annual University for All Symposium, the ALL Student Welcome, and summer school, as well as other outreach activities where they meet potential students who would like to know more about UCD. They have also represented UCD at committee level and national conferences.