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Virtual Open Day January 2026

Thursday, 15 January 2026 | 1 pm – 2 pm (Live on Zoom)

January is when most professionals start asking the same question:

What should I be focusing on next?

If professional development is on your vision board for 2026 — but you aren’t sure where to start, what skills matter most, or which route makes sense for your career — our Virtual Open Day will help give you some clarity.

Join us live online to explore our course options, understand today’s in-demand skills, and take control of your next career move.

What You’ll Gain From the Session

Where Your Career Is Headed in 2026

Work is changing fast — driven by AI, digital transformation and shifting expectations across every industry. We’ll share how these changes are shaping the skills employers are looking for now, and how professionals are responding through focused, practical upskilling.

Your Starting Point: Courses That Build Real Momentum

We’ll walk through our full range of Professional Academy Diplomas and Skill Sprints, designed for working professionals who want progress without putting their career on pause.

You’ll get a clear view of:

  • Our Professional Academy Diplomas for deeper, career-defining upskilling

  • Skill Sprints for fast, targeted skill development

  • How to choose the right option based on your goals, experience and timeframe

AI Skills Across Our Courses

Artificial intelligence is no longer a “nice to have.” We’ll highlight the growing number of AI-focused and AI-enhanced courses in our catalogue — built to help professionals use AI confidently, responsibly and practically in their roles.

Support That Helps You Succeed

Upskilling is a commitment. We’ll explain the learner support available to you at UCD Professional Academy — from student services and flexible learning formats to expert-led live online delivery designed around working life.

Live Q&A

Have questions about course content, suitability, workload, assessments, or where to start? You’ll have the opportunity to ask them live and get straightforward answers from our team.

Who This Open Day Is For

  • Professionals planning their next move in 2026

  • Career changers exploring new directions

  • Those unsure where to start with upskilling

  • Anyone considering a Professional Academy Diploma or Skill Sprint with UCD Professional Academy

Why Attend

  • Get clarity on what skills matter most right now

  • Understand your options before committing to a course

  • Make informed decisions about your professional development

  • Start the year with direction — not guesswork

Save Your Spot

Thursday, 15th January 2026 @ 1 pm – 2 pm (Live on Zoom)

Register now and take the first practical step towards shaping your career in 2026.