Training on Experimental Animal Use, Regulations & Procedures

Tuition fees are 1,095 USD per year, and the application deadline for the Sep 2027 intake is Apr 1, 2027.

The Training on Experimental Animal Use, Regulations & Procedures program at University College Dublin is a one-year, part-time Non-degree course for individuals seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills in experimental animal research.

The curriculum covers animal welfare regulations, humane euthanasia methods, and basic animal physiology, with practical skills in animal care and management, and an understanding of research ethics.

Graduates can pursue roles such as Animal Care Technician, Research Scientist, and Compliance Officer in research institutions, universities, and regulatory bodies, with skills transferable to sectors like pharmaceuticals and biotechnology.

University College Dublin (UCD) is Ireland’s largest and most globally engaged university, founded in 1854 and situated on a spacious campus south of Dublin. Renowned for its research-intensive culture, UCD hosts more than 35,000 students from over 150 countries and offers a broad spectrum of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across arts, sciences, business, engineering, medicine and more. Its scale and international outlook make it an appealing destination for students seeking a research-led education in an energetic European capital region.

UCD’s academic strengths span traditional disciplines and cutting-edge fields, with robust research funding and industry partnerships that support innovation and practical learning. Students benefit from state-of-the-art laboratories, comprehensive libraries, student support services and a wide network of international exchanges. The university also emphasizes employability through career services, internships and active alumni engagement that help graduates transition into global careers.

Campus life at UCD balances academic intensity with extracurricular engagement, including sports, cultural societies and community involvement. Accommodation, transport and welfare services are geared to support international students arriving to Dublin. Prospective applicants should review program-specific entry requirements and available scholarships, consider English language criteria, and use the university’s international office resources to plan applications and arrival logistics.