
Application form for Internal Transfer Applicants (Transferring within DCU)
Some registered students may find that their chosen programme of study is not suitable for them. There are a small number of transfer places available for some DCU programmes. The application to transfer is a competitive process due to the limited number of places and a transfer is not guaranteed. Please ensure to read the internal transfer form and guidelines in detail, as there are strict application rules and deadlines.
Please note that approval for an internal transfer is subject to the applicant meeting the programme entry requirements, the availability of places on the programme and appropriate Faculty approval. Due to the competitive nature of transfers, applications will be assessed on a first-come-first-served basis. Please continue in your current programme until you have been officially notified of the outcome of your application.
Processing Time for Applicants
Cohort of Students |
Application Opens |
Application Deadline |
Students that have successfully completed their current year |
8th June @ 9am |
1st July |
Students who have successfully completed repeat/failed/deferred assessment/examinations in August |
29th August |
3rd Sept |
Please complete this form if you fall into one of the following categories listed below.
I want to apply to transfer to 1st Year of another programme. I have passed all Semester one and Semester two assessments/examinations and I have met the specific programme entry requirements - The form will open on the 8th of June @ 9am. Closing Date - 1st July.
To be eligible to apply you would need to have completed a similar programme of study to gain entry to advanced years. - The form will open on the 8th of June @ 9am. Closing Date 1st July.
Existing DCU Student who has successfully passed repeat/failed/deferred assessment/examinations in August and wants to transfer to another programme and has met the specific programme entry requirements. The form will open on the 29th of August following the release of Resit Results. This is dependent on having available places.
Application Form
If you would like to make contact with the Programme Chair of your interested programme you can find the list - HERE
While it is not obligatory, applicants are advised to consult with the Student Advice Centre or the DCU Careers Service to discuss their application to transfer. The finance office should also be consulted to ascertain possible fee liabilities.
There is a €35 transfer application fee, this fee will not be processed until the applicant has been notified that their application has been successful.