Student Life
With over 29,000 students spread across our campuses at Grangegorman, Aungier Street, Bolton Street, Blanchardstown and Tallaght, TU Dublin has a thriving community that is embedded in our region and our local community.
This section will tell you more about life this year at TU Dublin from how to get to each campus to what you can do to make friends in person and online.
Dublin is a vibrant and busy destination city, so accommodation is usually in demand. However, we understand that COVID-19 will have an impact on your choice of accommodation this year so this information may help you make your decision.
Visit our accommodation website here to find out more.
Grants
Did you know that even if you weren't eligible for a grant in your first-year, a change in you or your family's circumstances could mean you can apply this year?
You can check your eligibility on the SUSI website, and if you're eligible, we recommend that you apply via the SUSI website as soon as possible. If you have already applied for a SUSI grant, you can complete your programme registration without paying any fees.
Financial Aid
We recognise that some students may face financial difficulties during their time at college and a number of assistance schemes are in place to support such students.
The scheme is designed to help those in severe financial difficulties due to unforeseen circumstances such as the current Covid crisis or students who are disadvantaged and require additional financial support to continue their third-level studies. This funding is available to full-time registered TU Dublin students and certain part-time registered students* and these funds cannot be used for the purposes of registration or tuition fees. View more information on Grants and Financial Support or contact your Student Services Information Desk.
The Student Assistance Fund is co-funded by the Irish Government and the European Social Fund as part of the ESF Programme for Employability, Inclusion and Learning 2014-2020.
Did you know that every TU Dublin student is automatically a member of TU Dublin Students’ Union? TU Dublin SU is here to work for you and to represent you. For information on how to contact your elected officers, advice on a wide range of topics such as accommodation, exams, finance and welfare and info on how to get more involved with your union visit our website at www.tudublinsu.ie.
If you have any questions or issues, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us at advice@tudublinsu.ie. You can also connect with us on Instagram and Facebook!
Our Disability Support Services Team is committed to supporting students with disabilities and ensuring that any student with a disability is not at an educational disadvantage during their studies.
If you are a student with a physical, sensory or learning disability, medical or mental health condition, then please ensure you register with our services so supports can be put in place. Don't forget to bring all relevant supporting documentation/proof of disability with you to your appointment.
For students with autism, AsIAm has launched a new website to support autistic students starting college this academic year. The website provides practical resources and advice, including videos with helpful tips from other students who have had the same experience, along with financial and budgeting advice, virtual tours and simple student recipes.
For furher information check out our Disability Support Service here.
Your success at college is linked to your health, so here at TU Dublin, we try to create a culture that supports healthy choices and will empower you to look after your own health. With that in mind, here's a reminder of the range of services we offer to ensure you get the best out of college life:
Health Service
Our Health Service Centre provides a holistic approach to health, including on-campus healthcare and specialist clinics. Our service incorporates physical, psychological and social aspects of your health and well-being. We provide a friendly, open-door, confidential service. Please bring your student card when attending. View information on how to contact your Student Health Centre here.
Counselling
Our Counselling Service is available to support you with any problem or experience that affects your ability to concentrate on college work or to enjoy life as a student. Our team of professional counselling psychologists and psychotherapists is available to support any students’ experiencing personal and emotional difficulties. View more information on our Counselling Service here.
Pastoral Care & Chaplaincy
Whether you are coming straight from second-level, an international student, or a mature student, starting college can be challenging. Our Chaplaincy team have lots of experience dealing with all the issues that arise for students, so don’t be afraid to drop into us to ask a question or get a little bit of clarity on any matter. You don’t have to make an appointment but feel free to ring ahead to fix a time to catch up. We also have information on worthwhile events taking place in college, so give us a shout if you’d like to be more involved. View information on our Pastoral Care & Chaplaincy team here.
Disability Support
Our Disability Support Services Team are committed to supporting students with disabilities and ensuring that any student with a disability is not at an educational disadvantage during their studies. If you are a student with a physical, sensory or learning disability, medical or mental health condition, then please ensure you register with our services so supports can be put in place. Don't forget to bring all relevant supporting documentation/proof of disability with you to your appointment. View information on our Disability Support Service here.
Access Support
Our Access Team offer a wide variety of supports to students who enter TU Dublin via alternative entry routes. For further information and support, don't hesitate to get in touch with our Access Team:
| Campus | Staff Member | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blanchardstown | Sinead Dunne | sinead.dunne@tudublin.ie | 01 885 1014 |
| Aungier Street Bolton Street Cathal Brugha Street Grangegorman Kevin Street Rathmines |
Tara Lee Brennan Camilla Kane |
taralee.brennan@tudublin.ie |
01 220 7114/087 744 9839 |
| Tallaght | Niamh Hyland | niamh.hyland@tudublin.ie | 01 404 2529 |
For further information see Student Wellbeing.