NCAD Open

Welcome to NCAD Open; a space for online resources for applicants who are applying to Undergraduate Courses in NCAD in September 2026.  Undergraduate Portfolio Submission deadline is the 6th of February in 2026. We recommended that applicants submit their portfolio in advance of the 6th of February deadline. *If a high quantity of applicants are uploading at the same time this could cause technical difficulties which in turn may prevent applicants from submitting their portfolio on time. The onus is completely on the applicant to ensure their portfolio is submitted on time. Late or "In Progress" applications will not be reviewed.

Browse through the different sections and find the infromation you need. We're also always ready for questions at admissions@ncad.ie

Make sure to keep up with all our in-person and virtual events which are always listed here on the website.

Video Gallery

Video Gallery

Take a virtual campus tour and find out more about studying in the different Departments at NCAD as well as sessions on how to prepare your portfolio.

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Student Portfolio Demonstrations

Past NCAD First Years chat through their portfolios and tell you how they prepped them!

View Student Portfolio Demonstrations

Portfolio Website

The Portfolio Website has all you need to know before, during, and after submitting your Portfolio. Check out this year's Portfolio Guide too.

View Portfolio Website

Portfolio Submission Platform

Ready to submit your portfolio? Head to the Portfolio Submission platform here. We've even included a "How To" video!

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FAQs

Here you can find links to crucial info like Minimum Entry Requirements, Key Dates & Deadlines and more.

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NCAD's Digital Prospectus

Our online NCAD Prospectus. Download in PDF or visit the dedicated website.

View NCAD's Digital Prospectus