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Exclusive UCD Alumni Benefits & Discounts

Discover the full range of UCD alumni benefits and graduate perks, from discounts and library access to exclusive learning opportunities for UCD graduates.

Missing your student discounts?

Just because you've left the lecture halls behind doesn't mean the benefits stop. As a graduate of University College Dublin, you have access to a range of exclusive alumni benefits - from campus discounts and continued learning opportunities to global services and special offers. Whether you're based in Dublin or halfway around the world, we've got perks to keep you connected, supported and part of the UCD alumni network.

The following UCD alumni benefits are reviewed and refreshed regularly, so be sure to check back often and make the most of what's on offer!

Advance your career & skills

Ordering Official Documents

You can access all your official documents, including official transcripts and certificates of attendance, either online or by contacting the UCD Student Desk.

UCD Professional Academy

Our professional diplomas and short courses have been created by experts with real-world experience to give you CV-enhancing skills. UCD Alumni can avail of 15% discount on all Professional Diplomas.

UCD Micro-credentials

UCD Micro-credentials offer an industry-aligned, quality assured, and accredited way to upskill and boost your career prospects. UCD Alumni can avail of a 20% discount on micro-credentials in various fields.

UCD Access & Lifelong Learning

UCD Lifelong Learning programme offers you the opportunity to explore a wide range of subjects, guided by experts and without examinations. UCD Alumni can avail of a 10% discount.

Scoil Samhraidh Gaeilge

The Gaeltacht UCD Irish language summer school for adults takes place every June. Classes are offered at 5 levels, beginners to advanced, afternoon lectures are delivered in both Irish and English and evening cultural events are held bilingually. UCD alumni can avail of the 'Una Europa' discount.

NovaUCD's Business Partners Network

Know what it takes to launch and scale a start-up? Consider becoming a mentor or CEO at NovaUCD. Get a first look at the latest startups coming out of NovaUCD. This is the premier hub for entrepreneurs that have businesses with global ambition.

UCD Graduate Studies

UCD offers a wide range of high-quality graduate programmes across its six colleges. As an internationally recognised and research-driven university, UCD attracts talented students from around the world.

UCD Careers Network

MyCareer is our career management platform and your one stop shop for enhancing your employability skills. View all job posts and vacancies posted by organisations and companies. You can also request appointments with a Careers professional up to two years after graduation.

Webinars and Resources

Since March 2020, the UCD Alumni Relations team have hosted a number of online events for our wider community. You can watch most of these back on our YouTube channel free of charge.

UCD Press

UCD Press, the publishing imprint of University College Dublin, offers backlist titles and themed titles at a discount. Watch out for seasonal offers!

Enjoy alumni benefits on UCD campus

UCD Library Card

Purchase or renew your Alumni Library card and enjoy access to all of UCD's Libraries while on campus. Library Access runs from 1 October to 30 September each year.

UCD University Club

The club offers its members and guests a warm and friendly place to meet, dine, work, relax and connect. Club members can enjoy the club's state of the art facilities and also have access to a range of exclusive benefits and member events.

UCD Benefits - Sport and Fitness Membership

UCD Sport and Fitness Membership

UCD Alumni save an average of 23% on membership with UCD Sport & Fitness! Contact them to organise a tour of the state of the art facilities and discuss membership options.

UCD Sport Facilities

Book the Squash, Racquetball, and Handball Courts and the Prestige 7-a-side/11-a-side artificial pitch and the tennis courts.

National Folklore Collection

UCD Alumni have access to the National Folklore Collection, located on the Belfield Campus. Explore manuscripts, audio and video, photographic and art collections and Irish folk music!

UCD College Shop

Looking for official UCD merchandise or memorabilia? With an extensive collection of official UCD apparel, gift items and stationery, there is plenty to choose from! The UCD College Shop ships worldwide.

UCD Special Collections

UCD Special Collections contains unique book, archival and manuscript collections. UCD Alumni have access to the Reading Room via the appointment system.

Get Married at UCD

Celebrate your special day by holding your wedding reception at the wonderful UCD University Club, the campus provides a truly inspiring backdrop to a memorable wedding celebration.

Connect with your UCD Alumni Community

UCD Alumni Network

Connect today with your UCD Alumni Network – you can become a mentor to young alumni, advertise events, search job opportunities, and find lots of resources at your fingertips!

Business Directory

Want to let other UCD Alumni know about your business? Post your business on the Business Directory free of charge to promote your goods or services.

Connect with us on LinkedIn

Connect with us on LinkedIn to stay up to date with the latest UCD Alumni events, interesting alumni and university news, and to support your peers and colleagues.

Global Chapters

Reconnect with UCD and fellow alumni no matter where you are in the world. You can join your local chapter group via the UCD Alumni Network and LinkedIn. To learn how to get more involved, please email email globalalumni@ucd.ie.

Get involved and make an impact

Volunteering

Wondering how you can give back to the UCD community? Do you have a spare day or even an extra five minutes? Check out the volunteering opportunities by clicking on the button below!

Online Mentoring

Update your mentoring settings on the UCD Alumni Network to offer informal advice and support. Your help could make a world of difference to current students and new graduates.

Help with your Reunion

We can provide assistance in organising your class reunion and reconnecting you with classmates. Please email alumni@ucd.ie for more details!

A Bank of Ireland credit card that alumni can use to support UCD

UCD Affinity Credit Card

With a UCD Affinity Credit Card from Bank of Ireland, you can support the Sports Development Fund, Access Scholarship, and UCD Champions.

Donate

Donations from our gracious UCD Alumni community go directly towards a range of worthy causes. Click the link below to view the full range of causes, including the Breakthrough Research Fund, Remembering Old Man Belfield, UCD Champions and more.

Are you a UCD graduate with a business?

Showcase your products or services through the UCD Alumni Benefits Programme and connect with the global UCD alumni network. Gain visibility among UCD graduates, reach potential customers, and join a community that champions alumni-founded businesses and supports fellow UCD alumni worldwide.

Put your business on the map

Explore special offers exclusive to UCD alumni

Business Post

Enjoy access to Ireland's leading source of business and political news, analysis and comment in addition to leading lifestyle, culture, technology and property journalism. UCD alumni can avail of a 40% exclusive discount on an annual digital subscription. Ts&Cs apply.

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Lu & Mol Jewellery and Gifts

Owned by UCD alumna Áine Breen, Lu & Mol is happy to offer UCD Alumni 15% off their orders of handmade jewellery and extensive giftware inspired by Ireland. Use discount code UCD15 at checkout.

Core Connection lifecoaching offer for UCD alumni

Life Coaching with Core Connection

Core Connection, a life coaching service, is happy to offer UCD Alumni a discounted rate of €65 per one-hour session. To avail of the offer, please contact Eimear at eimear@coreconnection.ie or at +353 85 206 0026.

Museum of Literature Ireland membership for UCD alumni

MoLI Membership Discount

The Museum of Literature Ireland (MoLI) is located at UCD’s most significant historical property, Newman House. Visit the museum to view their wonderful collection. UCD Alumni receive a 25% discount on membership rates. View the UCD Alumni Network for the discount code.

Physio-Pilates Classes

Enjoy discounted online classes taught by UCD-qualified physiotherapist Colette O'Flynn, MISCP: €50 for 5 LIVE Zoom physio-pilates classes, a free copy of Colette's ebook, 'PhysioPilates For Life', and €10/month for membership of the PhysioNow.ie video library, with access to dozens of pre-recorded classes. Email Colette at info@physionow.ie to sign up or call 086 8342525.

Environmentally Friendly Stationery

The Green Office Ltd has been providing environmentally friendly office supplies since 1993! As UCD Alumni you get 10% off your first order. Enter the code UCD2025 at checkout.

Registration for the Seanad Éireann Elections

Graduates of UCD who are also Irish citizens have the right to vote in the Seanad Éireann elections. Apply now to be entered on the Register of Electors for the Seanad Éireann Higher Education constituency.

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Legal Advice with The Family Practice

The Family Practice, A Family Law Solicitor based in Dublin, is happy to offer UCD Alumni a discounted rate of 10% on all professional fees. To avail of the offer, please get in touch with Jeremy at enquiries@thefamilypractice.ie or at (01) 2119272. Include UCD in the email or mention it on the phone call to avail of the discount.

Accumulus Financial Life Planners

Accumulus Financial Life Planners are happy to offer UCD Alumni 10% discount on full personal financial plan creation, ongoing planning and investment management.

Vhi MultiTrip Travel Insurance

Vhi is now offering a 10% discount on all new MultiTrip policies. Travel in confidence with great benefits including: staycations, emergencies, trip cancellation, baggage loss, passport cover and much more! Use code UCD10 at checkout.

Vehicle Recovery and Transportation with KGTransport

KGTransport, a trusted towing and vehicle recovery service based in Dublin, is pleased to offer UCD Alumni a discounted rate of 20% off all services. To avail of the offer, please contact Kevin at tow@kgtransport.ie or call 089 984 3460.

Ómra Beauty

Get 10% off all beauty treatments at our salon in The Merrion Shopping Centre in Dublin 4. We are the proud winners of Beauty Salon of the Year with Professional Beauty (PBHJ). When paying for your treatment, let us know you're a UCD graduate or use the promo code UCDAlumni10.

Life and Career Coaching with Dadakai

Dadakai is happy to offer UCD Alumni an exclusive monthly coaching package: 2 one-hour sessions for €130 (standard rate €180). All coaches are ICF or EMCC accredited, providing tailored support for career transitions, leadership development, and achieving your personal and professional goals. To avail of the offer, please email info@dadakai.com and mention code UCD130.

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