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  Summary
University College Dublin, National University of Ireland, Dublin dates its origin from the foundation in 1851 of the Catholic University of Ireland. The "Catholic University" was set up as an alternative to the non-denominational Queen's Colleges established by the Government in 1845, located in Belfast, Cork and Galway.
  Statistics
17,400 total student population
1500 foreign student population
  Language of instruction
The language of instruction in UCD is, for the most part, English. All international students are expected to have sufficient English to follow courses.
  Semesters/Dates
Various dates for each course - please refer to link
  Tuition and fees
The cost of living in Dublin can be quite high though it very much depends on each students individual needs. An estimate of a student budget over the academic session (9 months) is:
Accommodation (on campus) IR£1,760 (off campus) IR£2,250
Food/Light/Heat IR£2,000
Textbooks and Study Materials IR£500
Travel (monthly commuter ticket) IR£370
Clothes, entertainment, other living expenses IR£1,000
Total IR£5,630 Total IR£6,120
  Housing
Only full-year students will be eligible to apply for accommodation on-campus.

If staying in on-campus accommodation you will need to bring/buy pillow cases, sheets, duvet cover. A phone is provided for each house but not supplied in each apartment. Televisions can be rented locally. Microwaves are not provided in Merville or Belgrove but are provided in the common kitchens in Blackrock. In off-campus accommodation (excluding 'digs') you will generally need to purchase all bed linen.

For off-campus accommodation, experience has shown that it is essential to give yourself at least 2-3 weeks before the beginning of lectures to seek suitable accommodation.
  Visa Requirements
All visiting students remaining longer than three months in Ireland must register or obtain a residence permit from the Immigration Authorities. Representatives of the Immigration Office will be on the campus shortly after the beginning of term to complete the necessary formalities. The date and time at which these permits will be issued, will be posted on the International Office noticeboard (Room 130, Michael Tierney/Administration Building) and at Counter 3.
  Other info
Please refer to link.
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