Diploma in Business Studies / Bachelor of Business Studies (part-time)

Application Process

A flexible admissions policy is in place, with two routes of entry; one based on mature years, life experience and academic aptitude and the second based upon matriculation (i.e. Leaving Certificate). The former route of entry tends to be the most common one with the average age of students in the region of 32 years. The admissions process may include an interview and a writing skills test may also form part of the assessment. Click on the links below to find out more about each entry route:

For information on exemptions and on English language requirement see the relevant link below:

Further Information

We would be happy to discuss any aspect of the Diploma or Degree in Business Studies programmes with you and to offer guidance and advice on your application.

If you have any questions, please contact one of the below members of staff:

Telephone: 716 4821 (Oonagh Sweeney) / +353 1 716 4738 (Sinéad D’Arcy)

Email: bbs@ucd.ie

How to submit your application

There are five steps in the applications process:

Step 1	Review Applicant Handbook Submit application online at www.ucd.ie/apply	An application cannot be processed until your application fee has been paid in full.
Step 2	Submit Supporting Documentation	Once all supporting documentation has been received, your application will be reviewed and you will receive correspondence from one of our staff.
Step 3	An interview may form part of the admissions process.	This interview will take place in the UCD School of Business
Step 4	Formal offer of a place on the Diploma/Bachelor of Business Studies programme is made.	This offer is made online.
Step 5	You decide whether to accept the offer extended. Offer must be accepted online and a non-refundable deposit of €500 paid.	Once an offer is accepted and the deposit is paid, your place on the Diploma/Bachelor of Business Studies is secured.

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