Support Services
Student Support Services
This leaflet gives an outline of the range of supports that are available to students at this College and describes how to access them. You are encouraged to seek assistance early in the academic year in order to maximise your learning experience here at the National College of Art and Design. For further information please contact Finola McTernan at 01 636 4217 or mcternanf@ncad.ie
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Doctor
Dr Marina Kent attends the College during term time on Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings. Please consult Reception, 01 636 4200 for appointments.
Please note that the “Pharmacy” across the road from the main entrance, offers a 10% discount on prescriptions to all students of the College.
The Student Counseling Service
Click here for information on the the Student Counseling Service
Careers Advisory Service
Click here for information on the Careers Advisory Service
Language Centre at the Library
Students may study a wide variety of languages to various levels through self-tuition. Audio and video courses are available. It also offers the following services:
English conversation for foreign students
Essay writing help for foreign students
Bibliographic databases.
Click here for more information
Mentoring Programme
Click here for more information on the Mentoring programme
Canteen
The College canteen is open Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm.
Students’ Union
The representative student body, the National College of Art and Design Students’ Union, holds elections annually. Students have representation at Board level and on Academic Council and faculty boards. During the year the Union organises events including concerts, films, balls and other social and sporting activities.
Exchange Programmes and Visiting Students
NCAD participates in a number of exchange programmes, including EU programmes. Students interested in participating in an exchange with NCAD should make a formal application through the relevant office in the college in which they are currently studying. NCAD does not accept “Free Movers”. If accommodation is available, NCAD may facilitate a select number of visiting students from art and design colleges abroad who wish to follow a non-award, self-directed programme of study under tutorial guidance. Such applicants should follow the normal application procedure and are welcome to contact the Admissions Office for advice.
Exhibitions
Final year students mount an exhibition selected to show the breadth of their capability, knowledge and achievement. This exhibition is open to the public in June each year. Please check the News & Events section for information on shows.
Helplines
Niteline Freephone 1800 793 793 Service runs Thurs–Sun, 9pm–2.30am (during term-time only)
Niteline is a confidential student helpline that is run by and for students in Trinity, UCD, The Royal College of Surgeons and NCAD.
AWARE Helping To Defeat Depression Lo Call 1890 303 302
BodyWhys.ie Eating Disorders Association of Ireland Lo Call 1890 200 44
