Parents

Information for Parents

Helping your child choose their university course can
be a daunting task. Our aim is to give you relevant
information about studying at UCD so you can help
them navigate their options. Here you will find information
on all our undergraduate degrees, our world class
facilities and our safe and inclusive campus.

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CAO Timetable of Events

The CAO online application facility opened on 5th November 2022.
See the full CAO timetable of events for 2022-23. CAO Timetable of Events.

CAO Decision Tree

To help you narrow your CAO course choices, please download our handy CAO Decision Tree document.

Why Choose UCD?

Find out more about UCD.

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Explore Our Campus

All the latest announcements in relation to new courses and changes to entry requirements will be listed here.

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Choosing The Right Course

To help get your child get started on their path to UCD, explore the 130+ courses UCD offer to prospective students.

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Fee’s, Funding & Scholarships

Here you will find information about college fee’s and scholarships.

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All Entry Routes to UCD

Here you will find information about alternative entry routes to UCD .

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Signup for Parents Events

Signup for notifications about events and open days.

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Parents

CAO Timetable of Events

CAO Decision Tree

Why Choose UCD?

Explore Our Campus

Choosing The Right Course

Fee’s, Funding & Scholarships

All Entry Routes to UCD

Signup for Parents Events

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