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Seize the opportunity to experience university life with UCD’s Summer School for secondary school students entering 6th Year or (Year 13 A-Level) in September 2025.

PLEASE READ OUR SUMMER SCHOOL GROUND RULES BEFORE BOOKING ANY COURSES

English, Drama, Film, Creative Writing & Music Summer School

Tuesday June 3rd, 9.00am-4.30pm

For students interested in studying English, Drama, Film, Creative Writing & Music at UCD

 

What happens on the day?

During the UCD English, Drama, Film, Creative Writing & Music Summer School, you will attend sample lectures from leading experts connected with the programmes, participate in interactive workshops, take a campus tours while also receiving information on the wide ranging career opportunities available to graduates.

Who can register?

The Summer School is for students who are going into 6th year or Year 13 (A Level) in September 2025.

What does it cost?

The UCD English, Drama, Film, Creative Writing & Music Summer School costs €35 and includes a sandwich lunch and tea/coffee. A reduced rate of €15 is available for applicants whose families are in receipt of job-seekers or disability payments. If you wish to avail of this discount rate please email summerschool@ucd.ie for a discount code before booking your course.

Enquiries?

Enquiries in relation to the UCD English, Drama, Film, Creative Writing & Music Summer School can be made to Emer Beesley (emer.beesley@ucd.ie )

Where will the UCD English, Drama, Film, Creative Writing & Music Summer School take place?

The English, Drama, Film, Creative Writing & Music Summer School will take place in the UCD Newman Building. The building is number 41 on the  UCD Map

Time Activity
9.15am Registration
9.30-10.30am English
10.30-11.30am Drama
11.35-11.45pm Short Break
11.45-12.45pm Music(theory)
12.45-1.30pm Lunch at Gather & Gather
1.30-2.30pm Music (Performance aspect)
2.30-3.30pm Creative Writing – Dr Paula McGrath

Crafting Stories at UCD
This session will introduce students to UCD’s Creative Writing programme, which nurtures literary talent through workshops, mentorship, and critical study. Students refine their craft across fiction, poetry, and nonfiction, engaging with acclaimed writers. Emphasising originality and voice, the programme cultivates storytelling skills for publishing and the broader literary world.

3.30 – 4.30pm Film Studies
4.30pm Closing & Campus Tour
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