IB - International IB Total 28
Baccalaureate Diploma Subject Requirements:
Maths: 4 at Standard Level
Lab Science: 4 at Standard Level
(+ GCSE O Level) Subject Requirements:
Maths: GCSE Grade C
Lab Science: GCSE Grade C
Cambridge A Level ABB
Teaching in UCD is through the medium of English; therefore you must demonstrate a high level of competence in the English language to be admitted. UCD's minimum English language requirements are approved by the University Programmes Board and apply to all applicants and all levels of study.
Undergraduate Applicants: If you are presenting the Irish school leaving certificate you are required to have attained a H7/O6 in English. If you are studying in another education system you are required to show equivalent competency in English either through your school leaving examination or matriculation examination or by achieving the minimum standard in a recognised English language test, as outlined below.
Currency of results: For all proficiency tests the results must normally have been issued within the last two years (i.e. for entry in September 2021, results must have been attained since 1 February 2019).
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IELTS |
An average score of 6.5 over all components and a minimum of 6.0 in each band on the Academic Version. |
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TOEFL |
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) administered by Princeton University
The TOEFL code for UCD is DI Code 0087 |
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Cambridge Examinations |
English language examinations administered by the University of Cambridge: 176+ on Cambridge English scale (with no less than 169 in each skill and use of English) Acceptable Examinations:
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UCLES |
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UCD Pre-Sessional/Pre-Masters Programmes |
Overall grade C+ with at least grade C- in all components. |
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UK Examining Boards/Bodies |
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ETAPP English Test for Academic and Professional Purposes (ETAPP) |
Grade C1 or better (i.e. CEFR Level C1 or C2) |
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Pearson English Language Text |
Minimum of 63 and at least 59 for each item in the Communicative Skills section. |
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Trinity ISE |
Trinity ISE 3 with at least merit in each skill category |
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QQI FET ESL |
Merit or Distinction in the level 5 modules "English as a Second language" or "Communications" |
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School Leaving Examinations |
Matriculation/school-leaving examinations from most European Countries and many non-EU countries will meet the requirements where English is presented as a subject at an acceptable level. For example, in the International Baccalaureate English A1, A2 or B: 5 at Higher Level (4 @ either Level if presenting IB through English) will meet the requirement. Where the examination has been taken more than 2 years previously candidates may be required to take a proficiency test. Where an English proficiency test which is scored on the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) is presented as part of a school-leaving qualification, grade must be C1/C2. |
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Duolingo English Test (DET) – |
The minimum requirement will be a DET score of 110 is required with at least 100 in each subscore. This test of English will be reviewed during 2021 and a decision taken as to whether it should continue to be acceptable. |
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An equivalent level of English |
Other evidence of proficiency in English may be accepted, e.g. degree through English. For further advice please contact For EU undergraduate applicants: UCD Admissions |
This programme will educate you to the best international standards in veterinary medicine. To work as a vet in the Republic of Ireland you must have a degree in Veterinary Medicine, which is registered by the Veterinary Council of Ireland. UCD’s Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine (MVB) is Ireland’s only such degree. The veterinary profession is concerned with the promotion of the health and welfare of animals of special importance to society. This involves the care of healthy and sick animals, the prevention, recognition, control and treatment of their diseases and of diseases transmitted from animals to man, and the welfare and productivity of livestock.
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First Year
Sports Development
Theory of Coaching
Sports Legislation
Sports Marketing
Financial Management
Sports Management
Introduction to Exercise Science
Second Year
Event Management (including a practicum)
Economics of Sport
Sport/Health Psychology
Strategic Planning
Human Resource
Management
Students specialise in one of the following:
Sports management
Exercise management
Coaching management
Work Placement
Students undertake a 10-week structured work placement either in Ireland or abroad during the summer following second year.
This provides invaluable practical and networking experience, which will improve employment prospects upon graduation.
Third Year
Students study both core modules and their selected specialisation. They also undertake an individual research project or dissertation which imparts critical skills in project design and management, in response to current issues within the broader sports industry.
Students spend an average of 40 hours per week attending lectures, studying independently and preparing for assessment.
A combination of end-of-semester exams, research papers, group projects, presentations, practical experiences and in-class tests are used throughout this programme.
You can work in mixed, small animal, farm animal or equine practice. You may also obtain further specialist clinical qualifications. Beyond clinical practice, veterinarians play an important role in the protection of public health, in research into diseases of animals and man, and in other areas such as conservation and wildlife protection. While most graduates work in clinical practice, increasing numbers pursue research in public service or private sector research. This reflects the important role of the veterinarian in animal health control and consumer protection. At present there is almost complete employment for veterinary graduates.
