Campus Development

As Ireland’s largest and most globally engaged university, UCD is committed to providing world-class facilities within an accessible and inclusive environment. The campus infrastructure is evolving to support the diverse needs of students, faculty and staff, and foster engagement with the local community.

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UCD Future Campus

UCD has embarked on a significant new phase of campus development that will deliver state-of-the-art teaching, learning and research facilities.

The Future Campus development will provide the necessary capacity for future growth in student and faculty numbers. It will demonstrate UCD’s ambition, global reach, and commitment to creativity and innovation.

At the heart of Future Campus, UCD O’Connor Centre for Learning will provide adaptable, technology-enabled learning spaces, designed to promote active learning and interdisciplinary collaboration.

The Centre is named for Eddie O’Connor, UCD alumnus and businessman, a champion for sustainability and a dedicated supporter of education at UCD throughout his life. Prior to his death, Eddie made a significant donation which, in conjunction with Government support through the HEA HESIF capital programme, contributions from alumni, and the University’s own funds, contributed to a Centre that will enrich the learning experience for UCD students for generations to come.

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UCD O’Brien Centre for Science

Science Phase III

UCD O’Brien Centre for Science is at the heart of UCD’s vision for high-calibre scientific research, education and partnerships with industry and other universities in Ireland and internationally.

The third and final phase of the development of UCD O’Brien Centre for Science will culminate in the full operation of a world-leading Science District at UCD.

With outstanding faculty and facilities, the O’Brien Centre for Science will be a seedbed for a greater number of agile and talented graduates with deep disciplinary knowledge as well as essential transversal skills such as critical thinking, creativity, leadership and communication.

Student Residences

UCD has developed a masterplan to provide more students with high-quality accommodation in residential villages on campus.

These vibrant and socially engaging hubs will include a range of amenities such as shops, cafes, banks, and parking and bike space, to provide a safe and comfortable living environment for students.

Lounges, study spaces, and gym facilities, as well as outdoor recreational spaces are all designed to enhance students’ well-being and reinforce UCD’s healthy campus ethos.

New UCD Athletics Track

UCD’s new IAAF standard 400m 8-lane athletics track was officially opened on September 28, 2022. We extend our heartfelt thanks to the donors whose vision and commitment have made this wonderful milestone possible. Their generosity is phenomenal, and their dedication and support give countless UCD students the confidence and inspiration to succeed.

Having this fantastic facility right on their doorstep will be a game-changer for UCD’s elite athletes, and it will benefit the entire university community. Its impact will extend far beyond the campus, as UCD strives to Build a Healthy World.

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