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Apply now for Universitas 21 Global Citizens programme

UCD students are invited to apply now for the (opens in a new window)Universitas 21 (U21) (opens in a new window)Global Citizens Programme – a three-week online leadership course for students, taking place from Monday, 10 March to Friday, 28 March. 

This part-time programme helps students to build essential skills to thrive in the 21st century while tackling some of the world’s biggest challenges, based on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs). 

Participants will learn about global issues, connect with students from universities worldwide, and develop leadership skills. Students will work in small groups on topics that are of interest to them. Upon successful completion, students will earn a U21/(opens in a new window)Common Purpose micro-credential and badge, as well as access to the Common Purpose alumni community. 

Why should UCD students apply?

  • Engage with real-world global challenges and contribute to positive change
  • Connect with students from different countries and cultures
  • Boost your employability with an official U21/Common Purpose micro-credential and badge
  • Join the Common Purpose alumni community and stay connected with student changemakers worldwide

Who can apply?

All UCD students – undergraduate, master’s, and PhDs – based on any of UCD’s campuses are eligible to apply.

How can UCD students apply?

Fill out the application form: (opens in a new window)https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdVsCtXh-7ePvdqz3XD-_a59TF7BzH_ThEfT9B6PJTIHr5Bxg/viewform?usp=header


Deadline for applications: Tuesday, 18 February at 12 noon

Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to gain global experience — apply now!

Got questions?

UCD students can contact the UCD Universitas 21 Team at universitas21@ucd.ie

UCD GLOBAL ENGAGEMENT

University College Dublin, Belfield, Dublin 4, Ireland.
T: +353 1 716 8635 | E: vpforglobalengagement@ucd.ie