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Student Services

On this page:

• General Services
• Student Accommodation
• Student Support Services
• Doctor
• The Student Counseling Service
• Careers Advisory Service
• Language Centre at the Library
• Mentoring Programme
• Canteen
• Students Union
• Exchange Programmes and Visiting Students
• Exhibitions
• Helplines

General Services

Students at the National College of Art and Design have access to a number of facilities and services which further enhance the quality of student and academic life at the College. First and foremost is the College Library, the premier library for materials relating to Irish art and design. Through the Library's Language Centre students may also avail themselves of a number of self-directed language, conversation and writing courses. Additional services available to students include medical and counselling services, a careers advisory service, a centre for reading, writing & research skills and student exchange programmes.

Student Accommodation

NCAD has no student residences and does not have an accommodation service. Students must find their own accommodation. Students from outside the Dublin area are advised to arrive at least a week in advance of the beginning of term to allow them time to find accommodation. The NCAD Students' Union may be able to assist students in obtaining accommodation and provides a list of hostels.

Student Support Services

This leaflet gives an outline of the range of supports that are available to students at this College and describes how to access them. You are encouraged to seek assistance early in the academic year in order to maximise your learning experience here at the National College of Art and Design. For further information please contact Finola McTernan at 01 636 4217 or mcternanf@ncad.ie

Download: Student Services Leaflet (PDF 1.2MB)

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Doctor

Dr Marina Kent attends the College during term time on Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings. Please consult Reception, 01 636 4200 for appointments.

Please note that the “Pharmacy” across the road from the main entrance, offers a 10% discount on prescriptions to all students of the College.

The Student Counseling Service

Click here for information on the the Student Counseling Service

Careers Advisory Service

Click here for information on the Careers Advisory Service

Language Centre at the Library

Students may study a wide variety of languages to various levels through self-tuition. Audio and video courses are available. It also offers the following services:

• English conversation for foreign students
• Essay writing help for foreign students
• Bibliographic databases.

Click here for more information

Mentoring Programme

Click here for more information on the Mentoring programme

Canteen

The College canteen is open Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm.

Students' Union

The representative student body, the National College of Art and Design Students' Union, holds elections annually. Students have representation at Board level and on Academic Council and faculty boards. During the year the Union organises events including concerts, films, balls and other social and sporting activities.

Exchange Programmes and Visiting Students

NCAD participates in a number of exchange programmes, including EU programmes. Students interested in participating in an exchange with NCAD should make a formal application through the relevant office in the college in which they are currently studying. NCAD does not accept "Free Movers". If accommodation is available, NCAD may facilitate a select number of visiting students from art and design colleges abroad who wish to follow a non-award, self-directed programme of study under tutorial guidance. Such applicants should follow the normal application procedure and are welcome to contact the Admissions Office for advice.

Exhibitions

Final year students mount an exhibition selected to show the breadth of their capability, knowledge and achievement. This exhibition is open to the public in June each year. Please check the News & Events section for information on shows.

Helplines

Niteline
Freephone 1800 793 793
Service runs Thurs–Sun, 9pm–2.30am (during term-time only)

Niteline is a confidential student helpline that is run by and for students in Trinity, UCD, The Royal College of Surgeons and NCAD.

AWARE
Helping To Defeat Depression
Lo Call 1890 303 302

BodyWhys.ie
Eating Disorders Association of Ireland
Lo Call 1890 200 44