UG Prospectus 2025

DCUPerformance Sport Programmes DCU is a leader when it comes to supporting students who display sporting and academic excellence. Under our CAO Points Concession, a number of academic places are reserved for students who have achieved a very high level of sporting performance and who are committed to continuing to develop their sports and academic careers. For more information, please visit dcu.ie/sports-wellbeing/about- dcu-performance-sports Sport Scholarships DCU supports the holistic development of performance athletes and recognises their increasing need to successfully balance academic and sporting commitments. This is achieved through the Sport Scholarship Programme, which supports athletes during their time at DCU who have the talent and dedication to combine an academic course with excellence in sport. It is tailored to the individual needs of each athlete. The benefits of a DCU Sports Scholarship award may include: − Academic Support − Access to National and International Competition − Coaching Expertise − Dual Career Support − Financial Subsidy − High Performance Education Talks and Workshops − Membership of the DCU Sports Complex and S&C Support − Peer Mentoring Relationship (where suitable fit is available) For more information, please visit dcu.ie/sportscholarships High Performance Facilities The DCU High Performance gym, located on our Sports Grounds, provides a world class training environment for DCU scholarship athletes and international level athletes. Our Sports Grounds facilities include a 3G all-weather GAA pitch, squad high performance centre, athletics 5-lane sprint track, long jump, high jump and throws area. Our St Patrick’s Campus is home to a full sized 3G astro turf pitch and a newly renovated fully equipped weights room. Finally, our high-performing athletes also gain access to our Glasnevin campus sports facilities. Morton Stadium DCU is the operator of the National Athletics Stadium - Morton Stadium, Santry. DCU have re-developed the indoor and outdoor track with top class mondo track and installed a state-of-the-art high performance gym. The stadium plays host to National and International sporting events, including the National Track and Field Championships and Rugby league matches. Located 2.5km from DCU Glasnevin Campus, Morton Stadium is the main training location for DCU Athletics Club. Our athletics scholars benefit immensely from the new facilities for training and competition. For more information on how you can access our fantastic facilities and membership options, please visit dcu.ie/dcusport , download our app or check out our facebook and instagram pages to stay up-to-date. Our Sports Facilities @dcusport 17