u/Nicels_100

Anyone know what the actual breakdown is between Irish and international students living in Halls? Just curious what the general mix is like

Hey everyone!

Incoming international undergraduate student here, trying to sort out my housing choice. My main priority is finding somewhere with a really strong community of other international students that stays active over the weekends so I can avoid the commuter "ghost town" vibe when locals head home.

Right now, I’m weighing up two options:

• UCD Village Halls (the huge 14-person apartments on campus)

• aparto Montrose (the private accommodation across the road)

For anyone who has stayed in either: what is the actual mix of international students like? Is sharing the kitchen in the 14-person Village flats a good community experience or a bit too chaotic? Which one gives you a better social vibe and best one for making friends?

Cheers!

Hey, a few friends and I (all UCD students) want to have a casual kickabout when no teams are training. Can a we just walk onto the campus pitches for a casual kickabout when they're empty and no team is training or playing?

We know you're supposed to book, but those rates are a crazy amount of money we don't have. Will security actually chase us off?

Thanks!

Hey!
I’m an incoming international undergrad looking for the most socially active accommodation on campus to make tons of friends across different flats.
Which block stays the most alive on weekends when Irish students commute home? (Merville, Ashfield, Glenomena, Belgrove, or Roebuck Castle?)
Also, does UCD put internationals in the same flats or is it random? Also, what is the accommodation that has the highest number of international students?
I want to avoid being left completely alone on weekends. Thanks! 😁

I’m trying to weigh up student life between TCD and UCD.
UCD definitely seems to have a far superior budget. Their athletic infrastructure is impressive, whereas TCD's sports scene feels a bit fragmented. It’s hard to overlook that Trinity’s main pitches are completely detached from campus—commuting to remote, off-site facilities in Santry seems like a massive logistical hassle compared to UCD's all-inclusive hub at Belfield.
That being said, which college wins on the actual social scene present in the clubs and societies ? I heard that both colleges can be cliquey, but that Trinity is more welcoming and friendly than UCD.

I’m trying to weigh up student life between TCD and UCD.
UCD definitely seems to have a far superior budget. Their athletic infrastructure is impressive, whereas TCD's sports scene feels a bit fragmented. It’s hard to overlook that Trinity’s main pitches are completely detached from campus—commuting to remote, off-site facilities in Santry seems like a massive logistical hassle compared to UCD's all-inclusive hub at Belfield.
That being said, which college wins on the actual social scene present in the clubs and societies ? I heard that both colleges can be cliquey, but that Trinity is more welcoming and friendly than UCD.

I’m completely torn between trying to get into Trinity Halls vs. going for private student accommodation (like Kavanagh Court, Point Campus, etc.).

My biggest worry is the social aspect. Since I'm moving from abroad, I’ll be staying in Dublin over the weekends. I’ve heard a lot of Irish students head back home on Friday afternoons, and I’m terrified of ending up on a completely deserted hallway/floor.

Trinity Halls vs. Private: Which one is actually better for making friends and weekend social life?

The Weekend Vibe: Do Halls or private places group international students together so you aren't left entirely alone when Irish students go home?

Private Recs: If private is better, which specific buildings have the best community?

Would love to hear your honest experiences and tips. Thanks so much! 🇮🇪✨

Hola a todos,

Os cuento un poco mi situación. Soy alemán, pero mi madre es española, así que hablo el idioma perfectamente. El año que viene me mudo a España, pero no voy de Erasmus; mi idea es quedarme unos 5 años para hacer el grado y el máster completos.

Sé que a nivel académico las universidades españolas son buenas en general y el nivel es exigente, así que por esa parte no tengo dudas. Lo que realmente me importa elegir bien es el ambiente, la vida universitaria y la facilidad para integrarme. 🤝

Busco una universidad (y ciudad) que destaque por:

Vida en el campus y sociedades: Que la universidad tenga clubs, asociaciones activas y deportes donde sea fácil apuntarse y conocer gente. No quiero una "universidad parking" donde la gente solo va a clase y se vuelve a su casa. 🎒

Ambiente abierto (no cliquey): Me gustaría un sitio donde la gente sea abierta y cercana, donde no esté todo el mundo metido en sus grupos cerrados de toda la vida y sea fácil hacer amigos tanto locales como internacionales.

Opciones de ocio (día y noche): Busco una ciudad con movimiento constante. No solo clubs y discotecas para salir de fiesta por la noche, sino también zonas de bares de tapas, cafeterías y planes de día que no sean excesivamente caros. ☕️🍻

He estado mirando opciones típicas como Madrid o Barcelona, pero también me han hablado muy bien del ambiente de ciudades como Salamanca, Granada o Valencia. 🇪🇸

¿Cuál diríais que es la mejor opción para una experiencia de 5 años? Agradezco mucho cualquier consejo o experiencia personal que me podáis contar. ¡Gracias! 🙏

Hi everyone,

I’m currently studying for my Leaving Cert, but my home situation makes it impossible to study there. I applied for official access to the University of Galway library, but unfortunately, I was rejected.

I desperately need a quiet space to study late and on weekends (ideally the reading room or main library).

Since the official route failed, does anyone know of any workarounds, alternative ways to get in, or solutions to help me out?

Please feel free to DM me if you have any ideas.

Thanks a mill!

Trying to decide between Business and Biology for the new Leaving Cert.

My main goal is a H1. For anyone who's looked into the new specs or is already doing one of them:

Which would you pick if your only goal was getting the highest grade possible, and why?

Genuine question. If you looked at every Leaving Cert subject, which ones are the easiest to get a H1 in and which are the hardest?

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I mean literally all subjects, not just the common ones.

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What's your ranking and why? I'm curious to see what people think. 👀