Student Support Services

Many people experience emotional and psychological difficulties at some stage in their lives. Good mental health and wellbeing is a valuable support when faced with the kind of difficulties that many students in higher education encounter, such as financial concerns and managing workload or concurrent deadlines. UCD seeks to ensure that the promotion of mental health and wellbeing is part of the UCD Student Experience.

The School of Chemistry is committed to supporting your experience with us. We have designated Stage coordinators for each of the taught chemistry degree programmes and for each of the taught postgraduate masters programmes: 

UCD Student Services

For quick links to many student support services or if you need immediate help click here.

UCD Student Advisers

The Student Advisers provide support for all students throughout their university experience, particularly during their first year. They work closely with the administrative and academic staff as well as with the chaplains and other support staff. They are here to help you make your time at UCD as fulfilling and enjoyable as possible.

The College of Science Student Advisor is (opens in a new window)Caitriona Keane on 716 2171 and you can call Caitriona in relation to personal, social or practical issues. From simple requests for information to more confidential and serious matters, she will give you the time and space to talk things through.

Student Counselling Service (http://www.ucd.ie/studentcounselling/)

Student Advisers (http://www.ucd.ie/studentadvisers/)

Chaplaincy (http://www.ucd.ie/chaplaincy/)

Student Health Service (http://www.ucd.ie/stuhealth/)

Student Access & Lifelong Learning Centre (https://www.ucd.ie/openingworlds/)

Other Student Services (http://www.ucd.ie/students/services/)

Please download Downloadable PDF of the UCD Student Mental Health Policy  for students.

View details on Graduate Research Student Supports 2022/23.