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Welcome to the Dublin International Study Centre, the place to take your first steps to an internationally recognised degree

from one of two leading European universities ranked in the global top 1%.

As an alumnus of both Trinity and UCD, I can’t recommend highly enough the student experience and quality of education you’ll receive. The universities attract some of the most curious and ambitious students from around the globe. Providing the perfect introduction to living and studying in one of Europe’s liveliest capital cities and an invaluable academic head start in your degree, the Dublin ISC gives you the chance to become part of this friendly and dynamic community.

DISC magazine is published on behalf of Trinity College Dublin and University College Dublin by Study Group Creative Services, Brighton Study Centre, 1 Billinton Way, Brighton BN1 4LF, United Kingdom, +44 (0)1273 339200; email disc@studygroup.com

04 GOOGLE GRADUATES Fionnuala Meehan on Google’s search for international talent

08 DUBLIN’S BUSINESS A European hub for a spectrum of global organisations

10 URBAN ADVENTURE Discover Dublin, a coastal city of culture and creativity

12 SCIENCE IN THE CITY A legacy of scientific discovery that meets innovation head-on

14 ALUMNUS INSIGHT Postdoctoral pharmacist Tao Zhang on life at Trinity

16 DUBLIN ISC The smarter choice for career-minded international students

18 PRESENTING UCD Pathway programmes leading to renowned degrees at UCD

22 INTRODUCING TRINITY Pathway programmes leading to prestigious degrees at Trinity

26 HOW TO APPLY Take your first steps towards a globally recognised degree

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University College Dublin and Trinity College Dublin are ranked in the

top 1% of universities in the world

QS World Subject Rankings 2013 rank Trinity College Dublin in the top 100 for Accounting and Finance, Computer Science, Engineering, Biological Sciences, Pharmacy and Social Sciences

University College Dublin’s Business School is in the

1% of university business schools in the world that hold the triple accreditation crown (AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS)

Work in Dublin for a year after graduation Home to the most innovative businesses in the world, Dublin is also Europe’s only native English-speaking capital city to offer international students a one-year postgraduate visa

UniversityQS World Rankings

2013/14Trinity College Dublin 61

London School of Economics 68

Manchester 129

University College Dublin (UCD) 139

Lancaster 156

Exeter 168

UniversityTHE World Rankings

2013/14Trinity College Dublin 129

Leeds 139

Warwick 141

University College Dublin (UCD) 161

Leicester 161

Newcastle 198

“I WOULD ALWAYS RECOMMEND

THE ISC, IT IS THE PLACE WHERE INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS CAN GO AND GET THE IMPROVEMENT THEY NEED. IT IS LIKE A

TRANSITIONAL PROCESS, IT HELPS YOU GO TO

UNIVERSITY AND IT HELPS YOU TO INTEGRATE.”

HONGBO SUN COMPUTER SCIENCE UCD

DUBLIN HEADQUARTERS OF TECH GIANT RECRUITS TOP INTERNATIONAL GRADUATES, SAYS GOOGLE SALES DIRECTOR FIONNUALA MEEHAN tech giant and Internet search engine pioneer, Google, is one of a number of industry leaders that has located its European headquarters in Dublin during the last decade. For Fionnuala Meehan, Director of Small and Medium Business Sales, North and Central Europe at Google, the Republic of Ireland capital was an inspired choice.

“Dublin is an incredibly vibrant place to live and work and Ireland is an extremely pro-business country,” says Meehan, who manages a sales and customer support team of around 210 graduates from all over Europe. “We have a highly talented indigenous workforce, but we also have this ability to draw people in from all around the world. They may come here for work, but they also come for Dublin’s rich culture, fabulous nightlife, with theatres, restaurants and music venues. It is also an excellent departure point to explore the rest of Ireland and Europe.”

GLOBAL REACHBorn and raised in Dublin and a graduate of Trinity College with a BA in European Studies, Meehan’s career started with a fi ve-year stint with hotel and hospitality group Best Western International where

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she rose to Reservation Manager. She then moved to AOL Europe/UK, where she focused on service operations, marketing and sales, before joining Google in 2005. “I’ve been very lucky in that I have worked in multinational companies my entire career and have never had to move away from Dublin,” she says.

When Meehan joined Google it was already established as a pioneer in web technology and was rapidly becoming a household name. Google offered Meehan the chance to use her skills and experience in an innovative, global industry – an opportunity she did not hesitate to embrace. “It is very exciting to work in a fast-paced, culturally diverse environment, with a product that people can relate to and has a worldwide impact.”

Her career at Google has been marked by her pioneering work setting up Google’s project management function. Meehan has spearheaded many of Google’s global initiatives including learning and development strategies and the re-engineering of business processes and functions, which have since been adopted by Google offices in the United States and across Europe.

DIGITAL LANDSCAPEIn her current role, it is Meehan’s job to help small and medium sized businesses get the most from their Internet and digital marketing using such products as Google Adwords, Adsense and YouTube. The nature of the modern world means that there is no shortage of data about consumers, but it is making sense of it that is the real challenge. “There is so much information out there that you can get overwhelmed and the online landscape and digital environment for advertising is constantly changing. Businesses have to keep up. We spend a lot of time analysing data to understand growth rates, consumer trends and evolving markets and how we can use that to help the customer.”

Ultimately, Meehan says, it is about understanding the client’s business and targeting its needs and goals. “There is real opportunity for us to have an impact on businesses. Some may already be successful, but are not getting the most from their online marketing. Others might be just starting up and unsure of how to market digitally. We help them develop their brand presence online by getting to know them. Primarily, my job is a people job.”

GOOGLE ENVIRONMENTGoogle is world renowned for its state-of-the-art offices and excellent work environment. The Dublin European headquarters, which were established in 2003 on Barrow Street in the Grand Canal Dock district of the city are no exception, according to Meehan. “Our offices are high-energy, multicultural and vibrant, with cool, funky furniture, fantastic free food, break-out areas, and games rooms to relax. We are absolutely spoiled here.”

Google has invested €226 million (US$309 million) in its three buildings on Barrow Street, which also incorporate the company’s Middle East and African headquarters. The American tech company employs around 2,500 staff in Ireland from roughly 65 different countries and is set to invest a further €65 million (US$89 million) in new Dublin dockside offices this year. The expanding footprint currently includes a customer event centre, which can hold up to 360 people, and the 15-story Montevetro skyscraper – Dublin’s tallest commercial building. “It’s a great environment to work in and it just seems to keep getting better. People often say that the offices embody the values of Google: collaboration, sharing ideas, working hard, but having fun as well.”

DUBLIN'S HIGH-TECH REVOLUTIONGoogle’s Dublin operations and massive foreign direct investment are part of a high-tech revolution that has rejuvenated the city and given it a global presence in the telecommunications and Internet technology sectors.

“What we have now in Dublin, with companies such as Google, Dropbox, LinkedIn and Twitter setting up offices here, is a group of companies with fantastic products that are growing and looking for talent.”

The presence of such firms has lead to the broadening network of highly skilled professionals based in the city. “There is a great business ecosystem in Dublin that will continue to attract global businesses. They realise there is an exceptional tranche of professionals here that is already used to working in a fast-paced global environment. I might be slightly biased as I was born and bred here, but I genuinely believe Dublin is a fantastic place to study and work, with tremendous career opportunities.”l

THE AMERICAN TECH COMPANY EMPLOYS AROUND 2,500 STAFF IN IRELAND FROM ROUGHLY 65 DIFFERENT COUNTRIES

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RATED AS ONE OF THE TOP TEN PLACES IN THE WORLD TO DO BUSINESS by the World Bank Dublin is fast becoming a regional hub for

the global high-tech and Internet industry. Several innovative sector leaders have

located their European headquarters in the city, favouring the former dockland area, which is rapidly becoming known as the “Silicon Docks”. For anyone looking for a career in the tech sector, it would be hard to select a much better springboard than studying in the Irish capital.

Home to the world famous Guinness empire, Dublin has long been a seat of industry. The principal port and trading centre of Ireland, the city has seen growth in light and heavy industry over the last century. Everything from automobiles and ships to footwear, electronic equipment and pharmaceuticals has been produced in Dublin. The city’s economy has been constantly underpinned by a thriving tourism sector, which contributed around €1.6 billion (US$2.1 billion) to the local economy in 2012. More than 3.6 million people visited Dublin that year, enjoying such famous attractions as the Guinness Storehouse, Dublin Castle and Dublin City Gallery, as well as sampling the local hospitality in the lively pubs, cafes and restaurants that form the beating heart of the city.

TECH NETWORKIn recent years, there has a been a marked growth in the services sector and the injection of high-tech companies over the last decade has brought with it jobs and global recognition.

The local economy has certainly been boosted with the arrival of several large international technology companies looking to set up their European operations in Dublin,” says Patrick King, Policy and Communications Manager at Dublin Chamber of Commerce, which represents the

interests of all businesses in the Greater Dublin Area. “For a while, graduates would come to Dublin to get experience with one particular company, but now people can build networks here with a number of different businesses and not feel pigeon-holed in one particular job.”

Five of the world’s fastest growing and most innovative Internet and high-tech companies have headquarters based in Dublin. At the end of last year, cloud storage service company Dropbox located its international operations in the centre of the city, occupying offices of more than 55,000 sq ft and creating 40 jobs. Airbnb, which has listings of available accommodation in more than 34,000 cities in 192 countries, set up its Hospitality Innovation Lab and European Customer Experience team in Dublin at its new offices. Global titans Twitter, Google and Amazon round out the list of hot technology companies that have made the city their home.

DIGITAL HUBIt is not only the industry heavyweights that are driving growth, but also smaller ventures. “In the last few years we have seen a revival of an entrepreneurial spirit in the city,” says King. “A digital hub has sprung up in the Liberty Park area, with a lot of tech start-up companies.”

Between these newcomers and the more established technology businesses, Dublin now has a support network of talent that offers graduates the chance to take the next step in their careers. “There is a very strong, multinational tech community here in Dublin,” says King. “This allows students to make connections and look out for what jobs are available or to branch out on their own and start up their own company.” l

DUBLINA SPRINGBOARD FOR YOUR CAREERESTABLISHED TECHNOLOGY COMPANIES, INNOVATIVE START-UPS CREATE A HOTBED OF INNOVATION IN THE CAPITAL CITY

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01 The River Liffey neatly splits the city into two halves. 02 Nightly live sessions of traditional Irish music. 03 City centre: a vibrant mix of culture, people

and shopping. 04 Kayaking in County Kerry. 05 The Temple Bar area of Dublin has preserved its medieval street pattern, with many narrow cobbled

streets. 06 Walking in the nearby Wicklow Mountains. 07 Saint Patrick’s Cathedral has been at the heart of Dublin and Ireland’s history and culture for over

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CITY OF CULTURAL RICHES Dublin is famed for a lively personality that’s both straight-talking and welcoming in equal measure. Thanks to a late 20th century economic boom the city has seen an influx of people from a host of other countries, increasing the city’s cultural diversity as well as its selection of world cuisines. From sumac to sushi, this new extended menu is appreciated by the local population as much as those who’ve contributed their cultural traditions and culinary skills.

SEE THE SIGHTS ON FOOTWhile Dublin is the capital city of

Ireland – and it certainly offers everything a capital should, from excellent shopping streets and theatres to impressive architecture and museums – you’ll find all of its fascinating history and Celtic heritage easy to navigate on foot. The startling lack of high-rise buildings makes the sky a welcome sight in Dublin, particularly when viewed from the Liffey Bridge over its namesake river that neatly bisects the city. Much of the old architecture of Dublin is Georgian, from incredible St Patrick’s Cathedral to beautiful Trinity College. Visit the college’s impressive Old Library and

learn about the Book of Kells, the famous 9th-century gospel manuscript.

UNESCO CITY OF LITERATUREArts and culture flow through the lifeblood of a city that prides itself on its outstanding literary and musical heritage. Nightly live sessions of traditional tunes can be heard flowing from the quaint pubs of cobble-stoned Temple Bar. A UNESCO City of Literature, Dublin was home to an impressive list of famous authors, playwrights and poets. Pay a visit to the James Joyce Centre to see

the story of the life and works of the acclaimed author of Ulysses come to life. Oscar Wilde’s statue can be found in Merrion Square, along with his childhood home as well as the former dwelling of W. B. Yeats, winner of the 1923 Nobel Prize for Literature. Alumni who have walked the stunning Georgian halls of Trinity College include Samuel Becket, famous for his drama Waiting for Godot; Oscar Wilde (A Picture of Dorian Gray), mentioned above; and Jonathan Swift, author of Gulliver’s Travels, who also held the post of dean of St Patrick’s Cathedral.

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LIFE IN DUBLINA N U R B A N A D V E N T U R E

EXPLORE THE EMERALD ISLEDublin’s rail and air links make the rest of Ireland easily accessible from the city. Dubbed the ‘Emerald Isle’, this lush green gem of a country on Europe’s Atlantic coast begs to be explored. Outdoor enthusiasts can indulge in a range of activities all around the country, from walking in the nearby Wicklow Mountains and kayaking in County Kerry to seaweed foraging in West Cork and yurt camping in County Leitrim. When you need some space to think, the city’s coastal location on Dublin Bay makes it easy to gain perspective away from the hum of the city. l

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“I LOVE DUBLIN. THE NARROW STREETS GIVE A HOMELY FEELING AND THE NIGHTLIFE IS EXCELLENT!

IT’S EASY TO MAKE FRIENDS – IRISH PEOPLE ARE

VERY FRIENDLY.”ALI FROM LEBANON

DEGREE AIM: MECHANICAL ENGINEERING TRINITY COLLEGE DUBLIN

“DUBLIN CITY IS WONDERFUL,

A CAPITAL CITY BUT NOT TOO OVERCROWDED.

THERE IS FREEDOM TO DO MANY THINGS AND I HAVE

MADE MANY FRIENDS FROM AROUND THE WORLD.”

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Dublin is undoubtedly deserving of its global reputation for colourful arts, culture, heritage and literature. But there’s another side to this switched-on city that’s equally deserving of a place at the forefront of international awareness. Today you’ll also fi nd fi ve cutting-edge companies with strong Dublin connections among the top 50 companies on Fast Company’s list of The World’s Most Innovative Companies 2014 – with plenty of up-and-coming contenders quickly catching up.

A LEGACY OF SCIENTIFIC DISCOVERYDelving back into Ireland’s ingenious past, one of the most famous Irish inventions with Dublin connections, and familiar to most, is colour photography, invented in 1894 by John Holy of Hollywood, near Dublin. But Holy didn’t stop there - he also pioneered the photometer, used for measuring light intensity and radiation in the treatment of cancer.

Around the same time, making a signifi cant contribution to Einstein’s Special Theory of Relativity, Dublin-born George Francis Fitzgerald (1851-1901) is best remembered for his theory of space contraction. He also suggested a method of producing radio waves, contributing to the development of wireless telegraphy.

Looking to the skies, William Rowan Hamilton (1805-1864) was professor of astronomy at Trinity College Dublin, as well as holding the prestigious title of Royal Astronomer of Ireland. A child prodigy who had learned an impressive 13 languages by the age of nine, Hamilton invented the method of quaternions as a new algebraic approach to 3D geometry.

WORLD-LEADING INNOVATORSPresent-day Dublin continues the tradition of this innovative and scientifi c history, with two of

the world’s top 1% of universities (Trinity College Dublin and University College Dublin) off ering exciting science and engineering-related degree programmes surrounded by a world-leading research community. Dublin’s thirst for science and innovation spans beyond the city’s academic world, permeating both culture and commerce.

TRANSATLANTIC COMMERCIAL CONNECTIONSThe Industrial Development Agency (IDA) Ireland has been hard at work since the 1980s facilitating strong relationships between Ireland and Silicon Valley, Northern California. With companies such as Apple and Intel thriving in Ireland ever since, the second generation of companies to forge transatlantic links include big innovators such as Twitter and Facebook. To this day the IDA continues to attract California’s brightest fl edgling companies and most promising start-ups to establish themelves in Europe on Ireland’s fertile shores.

A FUSION OF SCIENCE AND CULTUREWelcoming the wider community into Dublin’s innovative way of thinking, the annual Festival of Curiosity, held in July, brings science and culture together in an event to incite curiosity and imagination through activities including robot building, interactive theatre and science storytelling. Skilfully adding art into this clever fusion of science and culture that exists in the capital, the Trinity’s Science Gallery presents a ground-breaking concept that inspires discussion through thought-provoking art exhibitions covering a range of scientifi c themes.In Dublin you don’t have to choose between literature and the arts or science and technology. This is a city that actively encourages innovation and imagination across all areas of interest. l

THEFACTSThe O’Brien Science Centre’s 38,000 square metres of cutting-edge facilities costing almost €175m “have transformed the learning experience for University College Dublin students of biological, biomedical, chemical, geological, mathematical, physical and computer sciences,” says Professor Joe Carthy, Dean of Science.

Trinity College’s Centre for Research on Adaptive Nanostructures and Nanodevices (CRANN) – two state-of-the art centres forming Dublin’s largest research institute, custom designed for leading edge nanoscience research, focusing on new device and sensor tech for the ICT, biotechnology and medical sectors.

Dublin has been a thriving hub of scientifi c discovery and innovation for centuries. Rewind a few hundred years

to uncover an inventory of great minds.

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FESTIVAL OF CURIOSITY

Over 31,000 people attend Dublin’s annual festival of science and culture which explores

the city through science, technology and

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What was your impression of Ireland before you left home, and how has it changed?Fifteen years ago the media coverage of Ireland was all about the troubles in Northern Ireland, which didn’t paint a good picture of the rest of Ireland for me. But then I looked into it properly and quickly changed my mind. I discovered that Ireland is a very friendly and safe country. I’ve now been here for 15 years, even though I had no intention of staying this long. It’s the warmth of the people that has made me stay: the manager and staff from my 10-year part-time restaurant job; my research team in Trinity; colleagues at Trino and the Trinity Chinese Alumni team. They helped me celebrate my birthday and Chinese New Year every year and Ireland became my second home. I’ve spent Christmas with my best friend’s family every year, and his mother calls herself my ‘Irish mum’.

What should international students think about when considering studying in Ireland?Initially it was my love of European culture and history that drew me to studying in Europe. That’s why I threw out the idea of studying in North America. The most important decision on where to study in Europe is whether you want to study in an English-speaking country. In countries like France and Germany, which have low tuition fees and quality education systems, there is one major downside; they don’t teach their degrees in English. As English is the top foreign language in China, I really wanted to choose an English-speaking university.

What was your main reason for choosing Trinity College Dublin?The reputation of the university is the main reason I chose Trinity. You feel proud of yourself for being part of the top university in Ireland. I’ve been here for 10 years now and I can see how it’s changing. Back in 2004 there weren’t that many Chinese students, but the last few years has seen a signifi cant rise in the numbers

of Asian students, which is great from the point of view of international communication, research and cultural awareness.

Were you a member of any clubs or societies during your time as a student at Trinity?I was a member of the Chinese Society, which organises celebrations for Chinese New Year and spring and autumn get-togethers, such as barbecues and parties. I now lead the Trinity Chinese alumni network, which provides a broad network for Chinese Trinity graduates, students and professionals in Ireland and abroad.

Have you had a chance to travel around the rest of Ireland while living in Dublin? Do you have a favourite place?I’ve been to Galway, Wexford, Limerick, Cork and Belfast, and they’re all very culturally interesting and beautiful in diff erent ways. But really, if I had to pick my favourite place in Ireland, I would say Dublin. When I travel I can’t help but compare everywhere I go with Dublin. It really is my second home. I’m the sort of person who likes to have people around and I love the buzz of the city centre. The Old Library at Trinity College, which houses the Book of Kells, a famous 9th-century gospel manuscript, is somewhere I always like to take visitors. It makes me proud to be associated with Trinity.

What are your insider’s tips for international students coming to study at Trinity College Dublin?Be prepared for a short period of loneliness when you fi rst arrive, and don’t be disheartened! It’s normal for everyone to feel this way when they travel far from home to live and study. Dublin is such a friendly city that it won’t take long for you to make friends. Be open to other people and put yourself out there, even if it’s a diffi cult thing for you to do. You’ll be glad you did. Dublin really is my second home, and I love the buzz of the city. l

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ABOUT TRINOLaunched in September 2011 Trino is a spin off from the School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Trinity College Dublin.

The company was founded by a talented Trinity medicinal chemist, Dr. Helen Sheridan, who combined her skills and know-how with the expertise of Dr. Neil Frankish, a Trinity pharmacologist with a track record of drug development.

The history of Trino is linked to the discovery by Dr. Sheridan of an entirely new class of drugs. Dr. Frankish subsequently found that they showed anti-infl ammatory activity in a broad range of therapeutic applications. Together the founders spent over 15 years researching this new drug class.

In May 2013 Trino secured investment of €9M ($12M) for a new oral drug therapy.

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COMPANIES LOOKING TO RECRUIT GRADUATES AND THE VISA SITUATION

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WORLD CLASS EDUCATION MEETS GLOBAL BUSINESS

AN IDEAL CENTRAL LOCATION

Situated within close proximity of St Stephen’s Green in the welcoming heart of this lively city, the Dublin International Study Centre provides university preparation programmes for prospective international undergraduate students of both University College Dublin and Trinity College Dublin. The centre’s ideal location makes it convenient for you to access the facilities at either of these prestigious, global top 1% ranked universities. Trinity College is just a 15-minute walk away, and the bus ride to University College Dublin also takes just 15 minutes.

AN INTRODUCTION TO UNIVERSITY STUDY

The state-of-the-art learning environment at the ISC, refurbished in 2011, provides the perfect nurturing surroundings for international students who want to realise their full potential at a prestigious English-speaking university. If you need help to achieve the required level of English language and academic skills to gain entry to your chosen undergraduate degree, you will benefit from the expert teaching and guidance, as well as the invaluable introduction to European culture offered at the ISC. Choose between two academic routes – Business, Economics and Social Studies; and Science, Engineering and Biomedical Sciences – leading to a range of excellent progression degrees. Whether you are aiming for University College Dublin or Trinity College Dublin you will learn in a shared, collaborative environment at the ISC.

LEVELLING THE ACADEMIC PLAYING FIELD

Choosing a pathway programme at the Dublin ISC puts you in a better place to compete with your native English-speaking peers who have grown up with a western European education. Classes and assessments are delivered in the same style as those at Trinity and UCD, giving you a head start on those who choose not to pursue a pathway programme. If you successfully complete your course, you will progress to your chosen degree programme in Dublin. With the ISC’s expert support and teaching staff on hand to guide you at every step of the way, it won’t take long for you to think of Dublin as your second home.

EXTRA ENGLISH LANGUAGE SUPPORT

The International Foundation Year offered at the Dublin ISC is a three-term programme specially designed for international students like you, who need to improve their English language ability and increase their academic knowledge and skills before beginning a respected undergraduate degree programme at Trinity College Dublin or University College Dublin. And if you don’t quite meet the English requirements to begin one of our pathway programmes, we also

offer an English Language Preparation course to bring your language skills up to the required level. For more information, visit dublinisc.com

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A safe and caring environment, as well as a fun and friendly experience

Access to the best career opportunities and prospects

At the Dublin International Study Centre there is a dedicated ISC Student Career Advisor service available to students who may want to seek advice on finding a summer internship or to simply talk about their degree choice and career options. Students can make an appointment with the advisor at the reception in the ISC.

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LOCATION Belfield, the 132-hectare main University College, Dublin campus is located 4km south of Dublin city centre. The landscaped parklands of the largest urban campus in Europe provide an attractive backdrop for the modern university buildings, with the University College Dublin Michael Smurfit Graduate School of Business on the nearby Blackrock campus.

THE GLOBAL LOUNGEA dynamic hub for internationalism on the UCD campus, The Global Lounge is a dedicated space for seminars, talks, film evenings, exhibitions and other events organised by, and for, globally-focused student groups and organisations. l Over 350 international TV

stations, including Sky Sports and ESPN

l One large screen and 12 smaller plasma screens

l Wireless headsets to listen to individual TV stations

l Xbox Kinect with games including Dance Central and Kinect Adventures

FORMING GLOBAL MINDSAs Ireland’s ‘Global University’, UCD is dedicated to internationalising the student experience, providing a variety of international exchange, volunteer and summer school opportunities. The university

FACILITIES:l Olympic-sized swimming pooll 3D cinemal 600-seat auditoriuml TV studiol The National Hockey Stadiuml 17 natural grass sports pitchesl Climbing walll Drama theatre

SUPPORT SERVICESAs well as excellent academic support, you’ll have access to:l Student Advisers – support

throughout your time at UCDl The Students’ Union – welfare

services, from accommodation and health to finance

l Niteline – a listening and information service run by students for students

l UCD Counselling Service – an accessible, confidential support service

l Chaplaincy Centre – a faith directory of contacts and other useful information.

ACCOMMODATIONUCD halls of residences offer apartments and catered accommodation across several locations on campus and in the nearby village of Blackrock. Benefit from having all of the university’s facilities on your doorstep, from restaurants and cafes to a bike shop and a bookshop. ISC students who apply by the deadline are guaranteed a place in UCD university accommodation. Stay in a friendly, safe and secure environment, with free broadband throughout. The UCD Res Life Programme promotes community spirit within UCD’s residences, through sports teams, activity days, outdoor cinema nights and cooking classes.Visit www.dublinisc.com

maintains exchange links with over 400 higher education institutions in Australia, the US, Canada, Singapore, China, and the rest of Europe. Partner universities include the University of British Columbia, University of California, University of Connecticut, University of Miami, University of Edinburgh, National University of Singapore and The University of Melbourne.

INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIESWork placements and internships form part of the curriculum on many of UCD’s degree programmes. The university has previously arranged opportunities with KPMG, l’Oreal, IBM, eBay, Skype, Deloitte, LinkedIn, Microsoft, Ernst and Young and PWC.CareersConnect is the Career Development Centre career appointments system. Available to UCD students and graduates, the database lists both job vacancies and internships:www.ucd.ie/careers/vacanciesandinternships/

SPORTS AND ACTIVITIESFrom canoeing and capoeira to computer science and chess, UCD’s varied clubs and societies offer something for everyone. Freshers’ Week, the first week on the university calendar, is the perfect time to find out what’s on offer. The International Student Society arranges activities and excursions all around Ireland. Make sure you sign up for the chance to meet fellow students also studying abroad, whilst getting to know Ireland’s beautiful towns, countryside, and warm-hearted people.

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Ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide

University College Dublin’s Business School holds the triple accreditation crown, part of a group of only 1% of universities in the world

Ireland’s largest university – over 26,000 students

Ireland’s most international university – students from 122 countries, 25% international staff

Established in 1854 – over 150 years of tradition

Last year 87% of UCD graduates used their education to move into employment or graduate study

Ireland’s most popular university for international students – more than 5,000 30% of international students in Ireland study at University College Dublin

An extensive global alumni network – over 160,000 succesful graduates around the world

LIFEAT UNIVERSITY COLLEGE DUBLIN

“UCD IS ONE OF THE BEST UNIVERSITIES IN THE WORLD. REALLY GOOD FOR COMPUTER

SCIENCE AND SOFTWARE ENGINEERING

AND A GREAT WORK PLACEMENT SCHEME TOO”

ABDULLAH FROM SAUDI ARABIADEGREE AIM:

COMPUTER SCIENCE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE

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BUSINESS, ECONOMICS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES FOUNDATION YEAR

ENGINEERING AND SCIENCES FOUNDATION YEAR

4 YEARS:BCL (Hons) LawBBL (Hons) Business and Law

CORE MODULES English Skills for University Study 1, 2 & 3Project study

Principles of Economics 1 Core Mathematics 1

CORE MODULES English Skills for University Study 1, 2 & 3Project Study

Core Mathematics 1 or Pure Mathematics 1Chemistry 1

3 YEARS:Bachelor of Commerce with majors in: Accounting; Human Resources Management;Management and Innovation; Marketing;Management Information Systems;Banking and Finance

BA EconomicsBSc Economics and FinanceBSocSc Social Science with majors in:Economics; Geography; Information Studies;Politics; Sociology; Social Policy; Archeology

SCIENCE RELATED DEGREES – 4 YEARS:BSc Computer ScienceBSc Science (common entry) with the following specialisations:BSc (Hons) ChemistryBSc (Hons) Biochemistry and Molecular BiologyBSc (Hons) Cell and Molecular BiologyBSc (Hons) Environmental BiologyBSc (Hons) Zoology

BSc (Hons) MicrobiologyBSc (Hons) GeneticsBSc (Hons) NeuroscienceBSc (Hons) PharmacologyBSc (Hons) Archaeology and GeologyBSc (Hons) MathematicsBSc (Hons) Physics with Astronomy and Space Science

HEALTH SCIENCES RELATED DEGREES – 4 YEARS:BSc Biomedical, Health and Life SciencesBSc Food Science

BSc Human NutritionBSc Radiography

ARCHITECTURE AND ENGINEERING RELATED DEGREES – 4 YEARS (BENG) OR 3 YEARS (BSC) + 2 YEARS (MENG)*:BSc (Hons) Architectural ScienceBSc (Hons) Biomedical EngineeringBSc (Hons) Biosystems EngineeringBSc (Hons) Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering**BSc (Hons) Civil Engineering

BSc (Hons) Electrical EngineeringBSc (Hons) Electronic EngineeringBSc (Hons) Energy Systems EngineeringBSc (Hons) Mechanical EngineeringBSc Structural Engineering with Architecture

YOUR FOUNDATION YEAR OPTIONS YOUR FOUNDATION YEAR OPTIONS

PROGRESSION DEGREES

PROGRESSION DEGREES

* From 2013, the educational standard for the professional title of Chartered Engineer (Engineers Ireland) will be an accredited master’s degree programme in engineering or equivalent.

** The BE degree (4 years) in Chemical & Bioprocess Engineering is accredited at the master’s level by the Institute of Chemical Engineers for the professional title of Chartered Engineer (IChemE).

BUSINESS DEGREES LEADING TO GLOBAL OPPORTUNITIESStudying business at University College Dublin leads to a renowned qualifi cation from one of the world’s leading business schools. UCD’s

Quinn School of Business is part

of a prestigious group of only 1%

of business schools in the world to

hold the triple accreditation crown.

It is the only Irish school accredited

by the AACSB (the top American

accreditation), EQUIS (the top

European accreditation) and AMBA

(the top UK accreditation).

Degree options include the

BComm Bachelor of Commerce,

the BSc Economics and Finance

and the BA Economics. When you

fi nish your second year you can

apply to take an internship for

your third year, which extends

the Bachelor of Commerce and

the BSc Economics and Finance

to four years. If students opt for

Master in Computer Science

(MCS) – 5 years, they will do an

internship in their 4th year.

While opportunities vary from year

to year, the Quinn School of

Business has recently partnered

with the following companies –

KPMG, l’Oreal, Skype, eBay,

Deloitte, LinkedIn, Microsoft, IBM,

Ernst and Young, and PWC.

CHOOSE 4 MODULES FROM Introduction to Business and Information SystemsPrinciples of Economics 2Accounting and FinanceComputing 1

Core Mathematics 2History and Urban Landscape of Dublin Business StatisticsIntroduction to Business Studies CHOOSE 2/3 MODULES FROM

Pure Maths 2Physics 2Mechanics 1Biology 2

Mechanics 2Introduction to Business and Information SystemsEnvironmental ScienceBiochemistry 1

CHOOSE 2 MODULES FROM Physics 1 (Matter and Fluids)Biology 1 (Cell Biology)

Chemistry 2

LIFEAT TRINITY COLLEGE DUBLIN

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07 0801 Trinity College fosters a unique sense of community. 02 Trinity College Dublin’s beautiful Georgian buildings. 03 Trinity College Dublin is situated in the heart of Dublin city. 04 The Broad Curriculum Initiative allows you to study one course outside of your main degree discipline. 05 The library dates back to the establishment of the College in 1592 and is the largest library in Ireland. 06 The university occupies 47 hectares of cobbled squares and green playing fields. 07 Trinity has many famous alumni including Jonathan Swift. 08. The Trinity Long Room Hub, the Arts and Humanities research centre

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LOCATIONTrinity College Dublin is situated in the beating heart of Dublin. Housed within beautiful Georgian buildings that blend seamlessly with ultra-modern research facilities, the university occupies 47 hectares of cobbled squares and green playing fields. Studying at Trinity gives you a real sense of history, as well as easy access to the colourful culture and warm-hearted community of this exciting European capital.

WORLD-RENOWNED RESEARCHTrinity boasts a long history of famous alumni who continue to shape the history of Ireland and the rest of the world. Home to world-renowned centres of research excellence, Trinity attracts leading scholars across a range of disciplines. The university hosts CRANN, the leading nanoscience institute, and the €130-million Trinity Biomedical Sciences Institute, which opened in 2011.

DOUBLE HONOURS AND BROAD CURRICULUMBy choosing to study at Trinity you can explore multiple areas of academic interest, with the chance to study a double honours degree that encompasses two complementary disciplines. Encouraging you to develop your ability to think critically, the university’s Broad Curriculum

SUPPORT SERVICESContinue to receive an excellent standard of support and guidance, with services including: l Students’ Union – organising

the university’s social activitiesl College chaplains – helping

students connect with their own religious communities in Dublin

l Trinity College Health Services – providing primary healthcare, as well as psychological and occupational health services

l Personal tutors – providing confidential personal and academic support throughout your time at Trinity

l Careers Advisory Service – providing you with the skills and knowledge to manage your career after university.

ACCOMMODATIONAs an international student you will be entitled to a place in university accommodation. Trinity Hall is located in the quiet suburb of Dartry, on the south side of Dublin, and within easy walking distance of the shops, restaurants and bars of Rathmines. You can reach Trinity College Dublin’s campus in 25 minutes, by bus or tram. Each self-catering apartment typically accommodates six people in a combination of single and twin en-suite bedrooms. All apartments have internet connections and large living/kitchen spaces. Residents of Trinity Hall become members of the Junior Common Room, which organises a range of inclusive extra-curricular activities.

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Initiative allows you to study one course outside of your main degree discipline.

GLOBAL PARTNERSHIPSTrinity offers you the chance to study abroad for a semester or a year, with a choice of top higher education institutions in Europe, as well as an expanding network across North America, Asia, Australia and the rest of the world.

THE LIBRARYThe Trinity Library is the largest research library in Ireland, housing collections dating back to the university’s foundation in the sixteenth century. You can browse 4.5 million printed volumes and almost 300 million electronic books and journals, along with an extensive collection of literary, historical and political manuscripts. The most famous piece in the collection is the Book of Kells, a sacred manuscript of the Four Gospels of the New Testament, dating back to the ninth century.

SPORTS AND ACTIVITIESGet the most out of your student life at Trinity by getting involved in the wide range of clubs and societies on offer. From philosophy and filmmaking to cricket and karate, the university offers something to suit just about everyone, including a dedicated International Students Society. Three award-winning publications are written, designed, laid out and edited by Trinity College Dublin students.

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THEFACTSRanked 61st in the top 100 world universities – QS World University Rankings 2013

Founded in 1592, by Queen Elizabeth I and modelled after the collegiate universities of Oxford and of Cambridge Trinity’s top 100 subject rankings include Accounting and Finance, Computer Science, Engineering, Biological Sciences, Pharmacy, and Social Sciences Over 95,000 alumni living in 130 countries worldwide

200 student societies, sports clubs and publications 17,000 students from 122 countries A deposit library holding over 6 million volumes Research that attracts €70 million annually in external funding

“TRINITY HAS A VERY GOOD REPUTATION

THROUGHOUT THE WORLD, AND IS ONE OF THE FOUR UNIVERSITIES THAT OFFER MY COURSE, ENGINEERING

WITH MANAGEMENT.”GUILHERME FROM BRAZIL

DEGREE AIM: BSC ENGINEERING

WITH MANAGEMENT, TRINITY COLLEGE DUBLIN

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COMPUTER SCIENCE FOR THE REAL WORLDComputer Science at Trinity College Dublin is ranked in the top 100 in the world by the QS Subject Rankings

2013. With the study of computer science at Trinity dating back to 1962, the school is the oldest and largest

of its kind in Ireland. Today more than 60 academics and over 200 researchers work across a wide variety of

specialisms. Maintaining close industry links, as well as partnerships in education and research around the

globe, the department has earned a strong international reputation.

Degree options include the Nanoscience, Physics and Chemistry of Advanced Materials BA, the Management

Science and Information Systems BA and the Computer Science BA. If you choose to study the fi ve-year Master

in Computer Science, your will take an internship in your fourth year. Opportunities exist with a range of global

organisations, including Accenture, Deloitte, SAP, Google, Cisco, DemonWare, Microsoft, MasterCard, Intel,

Havok, IBM, Bloomberg, Symantec, Facebook, Bank of America Merrill Lynch, ezetop, and Ericsson.

PHILOSOPHY, POLITICAL SCIENCE, ECONOMICS & SOCIOLOGY (PPES) (BA) – 4 YEARS:Year 1 6 compulsory modules covering all 4 subjects Year 2 Study 3 subjects

Years 3 & 4 Joint Honours – specialise in 2 subjects Single Honours – specialise in 1 subject

In all cases students graduate with a Bachelor’s Degree (BA) in Philosophy, Political Science, Economics & Sociology.

HEALTH SCIENCE DEGREES – 4 YEARS:BA Human Genetics BSc Pharmacy

ENGINEERING RELATED DEGREES 4-YEAR BAI OR 5-YEAR MAI*:BAI Engineering (Civil Structural and Environmental)BAI Engineering (Computer)BAI Engineering (Electronic and Computer)BAI Engineering (Electronic)

BAI Engineering (Mechanical and Manufacturing)BSc Engineering with Management* From 2013, the educational standard for the professional title of

Chartered Engineer (Engineers Ireland) will be an accredited master’s

degree programme in engineering or equivalent.

CORE MODULES English Skills for University Study 1, 2 & 3Project study

Principles of Economics 1 Core Mathematics 1

CORE MODULES English Skills for University Study 1, 2 & 3Project Study

Core Mathematics 1 or Pure Mathematics 1Chemistry 1

BUSINESS, ECONOMICS AND SOCIAL STUDIES (BESS) – 4 YEARS:SINGLE HONOURS DEGREES: BBS BusinessBA EconomicsBA Political ScienceBA Sociology

JOINT/DOUBLE HONOURS DEGREES: BA Business & EconomicsBA Economics & Political ScienceBA Political Science & SociologyBA Business & Political ScienceBA Economics & Sociology

SCIENCE RELATED DEGREES 4 YEARS:BA Chemistry with Molecular ModellingBA (Mod) Computer ScienceBA Earth ScienceBA (Mod) Management Science & Information SystemsBA Mathematics

BA Medicinal ChemistryBA Nano Science, Physics & Chemistry of Advanced MaterialsBA ScienceBA Theoretical Physics

YOUR FOUNDATION YEAR OPTIONS YOUR FOUNDATION YEAR OPTIONS

PROGRESSION DEGREES PROGRESSION DEGREES

CHOOSE 4 MODULES FROM Introduction to Business Information SystemsPrinciples of Economics 2Accounting and FinanceComputing 1

Core Mathematics 2History and Urban Landscape of Dublin Business StatisticsIntroduction to Business Studies (Principles of Management)(Principles of Management)

SUBJECT SPECIFIC MODULES Introduction to Business and Information SystemsEnvironmental ScienceBiochemistryPure Maths 2

Physics 1 & 2Biology 1 & 2Chemistry 2Mechanics 1 & 2

BUSINESS, ECONOMICS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES FOUNDATION YEAR

ENGINEERING AND SCIENCES FOUNDATION YEAR

WILL YOU NEED A VISA TO STUDY IN IRELAND? l Depending on your nationality and country

of residence, you might need a visa to study in Ireland. You’ll find a list of countries whose passport holders do not require visas to enter Ireland in the Visas for Ireland section of the Department of Foreign Affairs website – www.dfa.ie.

l If you do need a visa, you will be able to use your Certificate of Enrolment to support your visa application. We will send you a Certificate of Enrolment upon receipt of your confirmation payment and completed Letter of Acceptance.

HOW TO APPLY FOR YOUR IRISH VISA l All applications for an Irish visa must be made

using the Online Application Form on the Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service (INIS) website – www.inis.gov.ie.

l You have a valid passport, relevant visa application fees, two photographs, signed online visa application form print-out and signed statement of purpose outlining reasons for coming to Ireland.

l You are enrolled on a privately funded course involving at least 15 hours of organised daytime tuition each week – your Certificate of Enrolment will be proof of this.

l You have paid the requisite fees to the college – where the course fees are in excess of €6,000, you must pay at least this amount prior to applying for your visa. Evidence of this should be shown in your Letter of Acceptance of a place at the Dublin ISC.

l You have the academic ability and sufficient English language to follow your chosen course – our student advisers will have checked your ability to follow the ISC

VISA INFORMATION

programme before they make you an offer of a place.

l You have immediate access to at least €7,000 and ready access to an amount of at least €7,000 for each subsequent year of your studies, in addition to the course fees for each of those years – this is the estimated cost of living in Ireland for a student, for one academic year. You will be required to provide proof of funds.

l You have private medical insurance – we advise you to take StudyCare when you apply to the Dublin ISC, or provide us with proof of alternative cover.

l You can account for any gaps in your educational history – our advisers review your academic qualifications and question any gaps before offering you a place on a programme.

IMPORTANT YOUR APPLICATION MUST INCLUDE COPIES OF YOUR ACADEMIC TRANSCRIPTS AND ENGLISH LANGUAGE QUALIFICATIONS.

APPLY DIRECTLY APPLY ONLINE AT WWW.DUBLINISC.COM

OR l Complete an application form and post

it to the address printed on the form.l Apply through your local representative

FEES Details of tuition fees, accommodation and StudyCare insurance can be found on the application form or online, at www.dublinisc.com

ABOUT STUDENT INSURANCE It is essential that you are covered by personal insurance during your time in Ireland. ‘StudyCare’ insurance is available to students of the Dublin International Study Centre. Specially designed for international students, the policy covers you for loss of personal possessions, as well as providing health and medical insurance until the end of your International Study Centre academic programme. The cost of StudyCare is automatically added to your invoice unless you can provide proof of alternative cover.For more information, visit www.dublinisc.com

ABOUT THESE COURSES l All courses at the Dublin International Study

Centre are run by Study Group, a world leader in education and training for international students, in partnership with University College Dublin and Trinity College Dublin.

l Study Group is a global leader in private higher education, language and career education, in the United States, Canada, the UK and Europe, Australia and New Zealand.

l Study Group provides the highest quality educational opportunities for 50,000 students from more than 130 countries, in over 48 campuses across the world.

INFORMATION AND ADVICE

PLEASE CONTACT OUR EXPERT STUDENT

ENROLMENT ADVISORS IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS.

WWW.DUBLINISC.COM/ENQUIRE

T +44 1273 339333ALTERNATIVELY,

GET IN TOUCH WITH YOUR LOCAL

REPRESENTATIVE

DISCLAIMER The information in this prospectus is issued for general guidance of students entering the International Study Centre from 2014, and does not form part of any contract. The universities and Study Group hope to provide the programmes and facilities described in the prospectus, but reserve the right to withdraw or make alterations to programmes if necessary.

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