If you`re a student at University College Dublin (UCD) planning to study abroad, you may need to fill out a learning agreement. This document outlines the courses you plan to take at your host institution and how they will transfer back to UCD.

Here`s what you need to know about the UCD learning agreement:

1. Who needs a learning agreement?

If you`re participating in UCD`s international exchange program or Erasmus+ program, you`ll likely need to fill out a learning agreement. You may also need one if you`re studying abroad through a third-party provider that UCD has a partnership with.

2. When should you complete the learning agreement?

You should aim to complete the learning agreement as soon as possible after being accepted to your study abroad program. This will give you plenty of time to finalize your course selections and get them approved by both your home and host institutions.

3. What information should you include on the learning agreement?

The learning agreement should include the following information: your personal details, the start and end dates of your study abroad program, the courses you plan to take at your host institution (including their title, credit hours, and ECTS credits), and how those courses will transfer back to UCD. You`ll also need to get your academic advisor`s approval for your course selections.

4. Why is the learning agreement important?

The learning agreement is important for a few reasons. First, it ensures that the courses you take abroad will count towards your degree at UCD. Second, it helps you plan your academic schedule for your time abroad. And third, it provides a record of your academic progress while you`re abroad, which can be helpful for future job or graduate school applications.

In summary, the UCD learning agreement is an important document for students studying abroad through UCD`s international exchange program or Erasmus+ program. Be sure to complete it as soon as possible and include all the necessary information to ensure a smooth transfer of credits back to UCD.