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Applied Language Centre Te role of the UCD Applied Language Centre (ALC) is to provide a wide range of language- learning programmes and services to students and staff across the University: A A range of language modules is provided by the ALC for undergraduate and graduate students. Tere are courses in European, Asian, Slavonic and Middle Eastern languages, and of course English as an International Language. Te syllabus and assessment procedures for these language modules are all aligned to the Common European Framework of Reference. We try to offer courses across all the proficiency levels, from beginners to advanced. However, we need a minimum number of students in order to run a particular module.
A Te emphasis in all our programmes is on the acquisition of communication skills in speaking, listening, writing and reading. Te aim is to ensure that students can develop the competence and confidence to use the target languages for study or work purposes.
A Te teaching of English is a key part of the ALC’s activities. International students are particularly welcome. Students can study a language for credit.
A We also have a wide variety of short and long courses in English that attract students from all over the world. Te ALC is Ireland’s main centre for the IELTS (International English Language Testing System) test, which is offered at least once a month.
A If you are interested in teaching English as a second or additional language, the ALC offers a range of graduate programmes in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) at Certificate, Higher and Graduate Diploma levels.
Cúrsaí Gaeilge/Irish Language Courses
Cuireann Bord na Gaeilge cursaí ar fáil ag 5 leibhéal maraon le cúrsa ar líne. Gach eolas:
www.ucd.ie/bnag nó ar facebook. Bord na Gaeilge provides courses in conversa-
tional Irish from beginners to advanced includ- ing an online course. See
www.ucd.ie/bnag and facebook.
Mathematics Support Centre Many programmes in UCD require a module in Mathematics or Statistics, while other pro- grammes not requiring these modules may still require a basic understanding of mathematics. A large number of students, however, find this subject difficult. Te UCD Mathematics Support Centre (MSC)
offers extra mathematics help to students in addition to their lectures and tutorials, and is especially committed to guiding first-year stu- dents who have doubts about their background in mathematics. Te MSC, staffed by a team of experienced
tutors, provides a welcoming, informal envi- ronment where any student of UCD can come to discuss their difficulties and receive one-on-
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one or group tuition. Tis service is free to all UCD students. No appointments are necessary – students are encouraged to drop in any time the MSC is open. For further information, visit
www.ucd.ie/msc.
Library UCD Library is both a physical and an online space. Walking through any of our five libraries, or accessing the Library’s website at www.ucd. ie/library, shows what a valuable resource it is. In addition, Library tours are available at the beginning of each academic year. On a typical day, hundreds of students use the Library serv- ices, either working in the Library – searching the thousands of books and journals, borrowing laptops or taking full advantage of the impres- sive facilities on offer – or remotely, searching the vast range of electronic information and electronic books available online. Library staff are highly experienced, and can
help you find what you are looking for, or answer any questions you might have. Our role is to sup- port your learning by providing access to the books, articles, archives and electronic resources you will need to study, complete essays/assign- ments, and broaden your education and inter- ests. Librarians may also participate in your modules/programme by delivering training sessions on how to access and use information. You are not limited to the vast collection of books and journals we hold: if the material you are looking for is not available in UCD Library, staff will help you obtain this through our inter- library loan service, or by providing an access card for another library. Self-issue and return terminals are available in some of our libraries so there is no need to queue for service. Altogether, there are 3,200 reading or study
places in the libraries, including special assis- tive-technology facilities for students with disabilities, group-study rooms and a space ded- icated to collaborative study. All our libraries are wireless enabled so that students can work on their own laptops or on dedicated library PCs. Many resources and services are avail- able online. Access the online Library via UCD Connect, the University student portal, or via
www.ucd.ie/library. Key online services include the ability to manage your Library account and renew book loans, and to access the vast major- ity of electronic materials that the Library pro- vides, from any location on or off campus.
KEY FAC T You are welcome to call in to the Applied Language Centre on the first floor of the Daedalus Building, situated at the heart of the Belfield campus, or visit our website at
www.ucd.ie/alc.
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KEY FAC T Library web pages provide great assistance in starting your assignment, citing your refer- ences, creating bibliographies and avoiding plagiarism – all key skills for completing your term papers and assignments.
KEY FAC T At exam times, our library opening hours are longer than any other Irish university library. Opening hours vary and details are available on
www.ucd.ie/library.
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