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UCD Lifelong Learning

Course Bookings are now open for 2025-26

Our Lifelong Learning Programme is a series of courses that are participative, engaging, and facilitated by experts in their field. Lifelong Learning courses cover a broad range of topics including Languages, Art Appreciation, Irish Studies, History, Literature, Philosophy, and Writing. They are open to all adult learners regardless of previous educational experience and provide a unique opportunity to explore a subject without examinations.

The programme caters to an ever-growing community of over 1,000 Lifelong Learners and we encourage you to join us! All courses are developed in collaboration with experienced tutors, UCD Schools, and the wider community. UCD is an Age-Friendly University. Find out more about the(opens in a new window)(opens in a new window)Age Friendly University Global Network.

Tasters

Every year we offer free Taster Lectures to give you an idea of our courses before you book. See ourTaster pagefor more details and how to book.

Bookings for 2025/2026 courses are now open

In 2025/26, you will have the opportunity to take classes both online and in person. Whether a class is available online or in person, will be clearly indicated.

You can book online, drop into the ALL Centre, or by giving the team a call on 01 716 7123.

Read our 2025/26 brochure to see the coming year's courses:

Swans on a lake on the Lifelong Learning brochure cover

UCD Access and Lifelong Learning

University College Dublin, Belfield, Dublin 4, Ireland.
T: +353 1 716 7123