Student life

RCSI students have a unique and immersive educational experience, and also enjoy many opportunities to get involved in clubs and societies, participate in sports and fitness activities, create memories, and make friendships to last a lifetime.

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“I love trying new things like practicing surgical skills with the surgical society or playing competitions with the badminton club!”

Aditi Gupta , Undergraduate Medicine

“While things have changed during the pandemic, I still stayed involved with many societies and have had the opportunity to join plenty more.”

Ahad Jassani , Undergraduate Medicine

“Clubs and Socs are a big part of RCSI and they all make a big effort to include everyone and give lots of opportunities to meet people.”

Gemma Shanahan , Undergraduate Physiotherapy

"Although this year has been quite unconventional, RCSI has continued to keep me engaged and connected with my fellow peers during these difficult times."

Mariam Sharif , Undergraduate Medicine

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Life as a student

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RCSI’s city centre campus offers students a world of opportunity. Take a tour of our campus now to see our facilities, meet our students, and learn what it’s like to be a member of RCSI’s global student community.

You can also find out about on-campus accommodation, learn about our exciting clubs and societies, and much, much more.

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Life in Dublin

Dublin is one of Europe’s most vibrant and exciting capital cities. History, culture and entertainment, a thousand years in the making, all sit on RCSI’s doorstep.

Discover Dublin

Take a tour of Dublin city with our students

Enhancing student experiences

Student events

Make unforgettable memories outside the classroom at RCSI's many events throughout the year.

Student engagement and partnership

Students and staff work together and benefit from each other’s expertise.

Money diaries

RCSI students explain how they deal with managing finances during a typical week at the university.

Student stories

Read our students' stories and learn about their experiences at RCSI while enjoying university life.

Undergraduate essentials

RCSI students walking outside

Filled with exciting new social and academic experiences, your life as an RCSI Undergraduate is going to be busy. Get prepared and brush up on all the essentials.

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Student opportunities

RCSI student doing research in lab

Life outside of the classroom is just as important as hitting the books. Spend a semester abroad, take on summer research or explore future careers.

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Key dates for students

Information on semester dates, RCSI Conferring ceremonies and other key student events.