Please visit the UCD webpage on Recognition of Prior Learning for further information.
An application for RPL should be made as early as possible and preferably before you commence the relevant module/programme. We do not currently accept online applications. Please contact (opens in a new window)dataanalyticsonline@ucd.ie for an RPL application form.
Fees for the online Professional Diploma and MSc are paid per credit. Students are only obliged to pay the fee each trimester for the modules they are taking in that trimester.
If your employer is paying your fees and requires an invoice, please contact (opens in a new window)dataanalyticsonline@ucd.ie prior to the fee payment deadline.
Further details about fees, payment methods and deadlines can be found here: https://www.ucd.ie/students/fees/
From time to time students may have health problems, emotional problems, work problems or other difficulties that may prevent them from performing at their best.
There are a range of Student Support Services available to you. You can also contact (opens in a new window)dataanalyticsonline@ucd.ie for advice.
Information about applying for Extenuating Circumstances
Information about taking a Leave of Absence
Information about withdrawing from your programme
Withdrawing from your programme is different from applying to leave your programme with an exit award. If you would like to leave with an exit award please contact the School Office for advice.
Most Prof Dip and MSc Data Science exams are scheduled online. However, students will be required to travel to Dublin at the end of Spring trimester of Year 1 for face-to-face exams.
Exams are scheduled by the University. For the Autumn and Spring trimesters, exams are held during the standard UCD exam period. During the Summer trimester, Prof Dip and MSc Data Science exams are typically scheduled from late July to mid-August (dates to be confirmed).
Please note, exam timetables for the online Data Science modules are published on the main UCD website. If you have any queries relating to exams, please contact (opens in a new window)dataanalyticsonline@ucd.ie