POSTGRAD ORIENTATION WEEK 2015
MONDAY
14 SEP 2015
9.009.30
9.3010.00
10.0010.30
10.3011.00
11.0011.30
11.3012.00
12.0012.30
12.301.00
1.001.30
3.304.00
4.004.30
WEDNESDAY
16 SEP 2015
FRIDAY
17 SEP 2015
18 SEP 2015
9.30-11.00
BLU
Library
Tours
(every 30
mins)
10.0011.00
10.0011.00
Campus
Tour
Campus
Tour
Faculty
Orientation
EMS #1
Ed Burke
Theatre
10.0011.00
10.0011.00
Campus
Tour
Campus
Tour
11.00-12.00
11.00-12.00
11.00-12.00
11.00-1.00
Coffee Morning
The Phil Conversation
Room, GMB
Coffee Morning
Global Room
Coffee Morning
Trinity Biomedical
Sciences Institute
Coffee Morning
Global Room
Orientation
12.00-2.00
Faculty Orientation
AHSS #1
Ed Burke Theatre,
Arts Block
12.00-2.00
12.30-1.00
BLU Lbry.
Tour
Faculty
Orientation
AHSS #2
Ed Burke
Theatre,
Arts Block
2.00-2.30
BLU Lbry.
Tour
2.30-4.00
International Student
Orientation
Ed Burke Theatre
Arts Block
2.30-4.30
3.00-3.30
BLU Lbry.
Tour
4.00-4.30
BLU Lbry.
Tour
Faculty
Orientation
AHSS #3
12.00-2.00
HAMILTON
Library Tour
1.00-1.30
BLU Lbry.
Tour
12.00-2.00
Faculty
Orientation
EMS #2
Ed Burke
Theatre,
Arts Block
2.00-2.30
BLU Lbry.
Tour
2.30-3.30
PROVOST’S WELCOME
ADDRESS
Ed Burke Theatre
Ed Burke
Theatre,
Arts Block
12.00-12.30
HAMILTON
Library Tour
1.00-1.30 BLU
Lbry. Tour
12.00-2.00
Session
Ed Burke
Theatre
Campus
Tour
11.0012.00
Coffee
Morning
Common
Room
12.00-2.00
Sports
Centre
Tours
Ed Burke
Theatre,
Arts Block
TCD
Sports
Centre
2.30-4.30
2.30-3.30
Student-Supervisor
Relationship
2.00-2.30
BLU Lbry.
Tour
Faculty
Orientation
HS #2
Ed Burke Theatre
Ed Burke
Theatre,
Arts Block
4.30-5.30
Accommodation in Dublin
Information Session
Ed Burke Theatre
6.00 – 8.00
6.00 – 8.00
6.00-8.00
6.00-7.30
Graduate Students’
Union Welcome
Reception
Global Room
Reception
Film & Games Night
Speed-Housemate-Finding
& Dinner
Global Room
Global Room
Ph.D.
10.0011.00
Faculty
Orientation
HS #1
5.00-7.00
POSTGRAD BBQ
Pavilion Bar
(on campus)
7.00- wee hours
Generator Hostel
Printing House
7.308.00
8.008.30
8.309.00
9.009.30
9.3010.00
10.0011.00
Coffee at
St-James’s
Hospital
11.00-12.00
4.305.00
5.005.30
5.306.00
6.006.30
6.307.00
7.007.30
THURSDAY
9.00-11.00
1.302.00
2.002.30
2.303.00
3.003.30
TUESDAY
15 SEP 2015
8.00-10.00
POSTGRAD
PUB CRAWL!!
TABLE QUIZ!
Generator Hostel
Starts at Pavilion Bar!
POSTGRAD ORIENTATION WEEK 2015
DETAILED SCHEDULE - ACADEMIC & WELLBEING
Faculty-specific orientation sessions
Faculty orientation sessions are designed for incoming postgraduate taught
and research Master’s students as well as those completing a postgraduate
diploma or certificate. These sessions are divided into specific courses.
Which session are you attending? Find your course in the list below.
Associate your course to your faculty and orientation session number and find your specific orientation time
in the schedule. Faculties: AHSS (Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences); EMS (Engineering, Maths &
Science); HS (Health Sciences)
Faculty of AHSS
(Arts, Humanities &
Social Sciences)
Faculty of EMS
(Engineering, Maths &
Science)
Faculty of HS
(Health Sciences)
Faculty Orientation AHSS #1
Faculty Orientation EMS #1
Faculty Orientation HS #1
Monday, 14 September 2015
12.00-2.00
Ed Burke Theatre, Arts Block
Wed. 16 September 2015
9.00-11.00
Ed Burke Theatre, Arts Block
Thursday, 17 September 2015
12.00-2.00
Ed Burke Theatre, Arts Block
Courses:
- Business
- Education
Courses:
- Biochemistry / Immunology
- Computer Sciences
- Mathematics
- Physics
Courses:
- Dental Science
- Medicine
Faculty Orientation AHSS #2
Faculty Orientation EMS #2
Faculty Orientation HS #2
Tuesday, 15 September 2015
12.00-2.00
Ed Burke Theatre, Arts Block
Wed. 16 September 2015
12.00-2.00
Ed Burke Theatre, Arts Block
Thursday, 17 September 2015
2.30-4.30
Ed Burke Theatre, Arts Block
Courses:
- English
- History & Humanities
- Law
- Social Work & Social Policy
Courses:
- Engineering
- Natural Sciences
- Genetics
- Microbiology
- Chemistry
Courses:
- Nursing & Midwifery
- Pharmacy
Faculty Orientation AHSS #3
Tuesday, 15 September 2015
2.30-4.30
Ed Burke Theatre, Arts Block
Courses:
- Drama, Film, Music
- Irish / Ecumenics
- Languages
- Literature
- Linguistics
- Psychology
- Religions, Theology
- Social Sciences
- Philosophy
Ph.D. Student Information and Orientation Session
All incoming Ph.D. students are highly advised to attend the Ph.D. Information and
Orientation Session, which will be taking place on Thursday, 17 September 2015 from
11.00-1.00PM in the Ed Burke Theatre, Arts Block.
Other students interested in doing a Ph.D. are also welcome to attend.
International Student Orientation
This highly informative orientation session will take place on Monday, 14 September 2015
from 2.30-4.00PM in the Ed Burke Theatre, Arts Block. It is designed for all non-Irish
students. Important subjects such as Garda National Immigration Bureau requirements and
how to open an Irish bank account (among many other topics) will be addressed both by
your Graduate Students’ Union and Trinity’s Global Relations team.
Important note: For all non-Irish incoming postgraduate students, this session is to be attended in addition
to your faculty-specific orientation or, if you are a Ph.D. student, your Ph.D. Information & Orientation
session.
Student-Supervisor Relationship Orientation
Join the Postgraduate Advisory Service and the Graduate Students’ Union on Friday, 18
September 2015 from 2.30-3.30PM in the Ed Burke Theatre, Arts Block, for an
orientation session covering all you need to know about the Student-Supervisor
Relationship.
Accommodation in Dublin
Join the Graduate Students’ Union on Thursday, 17 September 2015, from 4.30-5.30PM
in the Ed Burke Theatre (Arts Block) to get all the information you need about finding
accommodation in Dublin. We will provide you with tips and tools to make this transition
easier.
This session will be followed by a social event Speed-Housemate-Finding & Dinner, which
will be taking place at the Generator Hostel (click here for google map). Please note that our volunteers will
also be escorting groups to the Hostel after the Accommodation orientation session takes place.
Buses 39 & 39A from Pearse Street, Dublin bikes (outside Pearse street entrance) and the Luas (Red Line)
from Abbey Street to Smithfield station, will take you to the Generator Hostel.
POSTGRAD ORIENTATION WEEK 2015
DETAILED SCHEDULE - TOURS
LIBRARY TOURS
BLU Library Tours (AHSS Faculty)
"BLU" stands for the Berkeley, Lecky and Ussher libraries. These are most typically used by
AHSS students (Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences), though a tour could also be of use
to EMS & HS Faculty postgraduates. All tours begin at the Berkeley Library’s foyer.
Tour times: (tour lasts 30 minutes)
Monday, 14 September 2015: 9.30AM; 10.00AM; 10.30AM
Tuesday, 15 September 2015: 12.30AM; 2.00PM; 3.00PM; 4.00PM
Wednesday, 16 September 2015: 1.00PM; 2.00PM
Thursday, 17 September 2015: 1.00PM; 2.00PM
We recommend you attend one of the many 30-minute tours with Trinity’s welcoming Library staff.
Hamilton Library Tours (EMS Faculty and HS Faculty)
The Hamilton Library is most typically used by EMS and HS students (Faculty of Engineering,
Maths and Science; Faculty of Health Sciences), though AHSS students are not precluded
from attending. All tours begin at the Hamilton Library’s foyer.
Tour times: (tour lasts 30 minutes)
Wednesday, 16 September 2015: 12.00
Thursday, 17 September 2015: 12.00
We recommend you attend one of the 30-minute tours with Trinity’s welcoming Library staff.
CAMPUS TOURS
Campus Tours
The Graduate Students’ Union is happy to provide incoming postgraduate students with a
comprehensive tour of campus. Tours begin at 10.00AM in front of House 6. Spaces are
limited.
Please take note that there are limited numbers. Regularly check our Facebook page
(facebook.com/TCDGSU) and our website (www.tcdgsu.ie) for updates.
SPORT CENTRE TOURS
Sports Centre Tours
Join the Trinity Sport staff for sports centre tours, taking place on Friday, 18 September
2015, from 12.00-2.00PM at the Sports Centre and learn all you need to know about
Trinity’s sport centre, activities and classes. They are there to help you stay active and
healthy!
POSTGRAD ORIENTATION WEEK 2015
DETAILED SCHEDULE – DAYTIME EVENTS
PROVOST’S WELCOME ADDRESS
Join us on Wednesday, 16 September 2015 in the Ed
Burke Theatre (Arts Block) from 2.30-3.30PM to here from
Trinity’s Provost, Dr. Patrick Prendergast during the
Provost’s Welcome Address.
The Provost is the Head of the university, equivalent to
President or Rector in other universities. He previously
served as the Vice-Provost & Chief Academic Officer
(2008-2011) and Dean of Graduate Studies (2004-2007).
Provost Prendergast looks forward to welcoming you all
to Trinity College Dublin, University of Dublin!
Postgrad Coffee Mornings
The Graduate Students’ Union will be hosting a coffee reception on every day during
Postgrad Orientation Week 2015, from 11.00-12.00PM. Not only is this a great way to get
to know various coffee spots on campus, it is also a great opportunity to get know new
and returning postgrads! We will be serving free tea, coffee, beverages and snacks.
All days from 11.00-12.00PM.
Monday, 14 September 2015:
Location: Phil Conversation Room, GMB Building
Tuesday, 15 September 2015:
Location: Global Room, Watts Building (2nd Floor, beside Academic Registry)
Wednesday, 16 September 2015:
Location: Knowledge Exchange in the Trinity Biomedical Sciences Institute (152-160 Pearse Street)
Thursday, 17 September 2015:
Location: Global Room, Watts Building (2nd Floor, beside Academic Registry)
Friday, 18 September 2015:
Location: Postgrad Common Room, House 7 (2nd Floor)
St-James’s Campus Coffee Reception
The Graduate Students’ Union looks forward to welcoming incoming and
returning St-James’s campus postgrads right in the heart of the action: StJames’s Campus!
Join us on Friday, 18 September 2015 from 10.00-11.00AM at the Old Stone Building, 2nd Floor.
POSTGRAD ORIENTATION WEEK 2015
DETAILED SCHEDULE – EVENING EVENTS
Graduate Students’ Union Welcome Reception
Monday, 14 September 2015, 6.00-8.00PM
Printing House
We look forward to meeting new and returning postgrads during this year’s inaugural
Welcome Reception. Graduate Students’ Union President and Vice President can’t wait
to celebrate your arrival! Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be provided.
Global Room Reception
Tuesday, 15 September 2015, 6.00-8.00PM
Global Room (Watts Building, 2nd Floor beside the Academic Registry)
Our partners at the Global Room and the Graduate Students’ Union will be hosting the
Global Room Reception. This is a great opportunity for international students to get to
know the Global Room, an indispensable space for any student arriving in Ireland. ALL
postgrads are welcome! Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be provided.
Film & Games Night
Wednesday, 16 September 2015, 6.00-8.00PM
Global Room (Watts Building, 2nd Floor beside the Academic Registry)
Need a break from all the Orientation hustle and bustle? Join the Graduate Students’
Union at the Global Room for a film screening and some board games! We know how to
chill out and relax too!
"Speed-Housemate-Finding" & Dinner
Thursday, 17 September 2015, 6.00-7.30PM
The Generator Hostel, Smithfield
A special event, "Speed-Housemate-Finding" & Dinner will be taking place at the Generator
Hostel (click here for google map).
This is a great opportunity to find your future housemate. For those of you that are already settled into
Dublin, come around and join us for some fun! Buses 39 & 39A from Pearse Street, Dublin bikes (outside
Pearse street entrance) and the Luas (Red Line) from Abbey Street to Smithfield station, will take you to
the Generator Hostel.
Table Quiz
Thursday, 17 September 2015, 8.00-10.00PM
The Generator Hostel, Smithfield
Join us after the "Speed-Housemate-Finding" & Dinner, at the Generator Hostel. The
Graduate Students’ Union will be hosting one of our famous Table Quizzes! Prizes are
given for best team name, highest points and even biggest loser! Buses 39 & 39A from
Pearse Street, Dublin bikes (outside Pearse street entrance) and the Luas (Red Line)
from Abbey Street to Smithfield station, will take you to the Generator Hostel.
Postgrad Summer BBQ
Friday, 18 September 2015, 5.00-7.00PM
The Pavilion Bar
Our friends at Trinity’s Pavilion Bar look forward to greeting our new and returning
postgrads for a summer Barbecue! Eat up and enjoy the cricket pitch before getting
started on our pub crawl.
POSTGRAD PUB CRAWL!
Friday, 18 September 2015
7.00PM – wee hours of the morning
STARTS at The Pavilion Bar
The most epic event of Postgrad Week 2015 takes off on Friday, 18 September 2015
at 7.00PM. Meet us at the Pavilion Bar and get set to start your very own Postgrad
Pub Crawl!
DETAILED SCHEDULE – MAPS
CAMPUS MAP
Phil Conversation
Room, GMB
Printing
House
Knowledge Exchange,
Trinity Biomedical
Sciences Institute
(152-160 Pearse St)
Common
Room
House 7
GSU
House 6
Sports
Centre
BLU Library
Tours Start at
Berkeley
Foyer
Ed Burke Theatre,
Arts Block
Hamilton Library
Tours Start at
Hamilton Build.,
3rd Floor
Pavilion Bar
Global Room
Watts Building,
2nd Floor
ST-JAMES’S CAMPUS COFFEE MORNING MAP
Luas Stop: James’s (from Abbey Street Luas stop *nearest to Trinity, zone 2, €2.20)
Bus from city centre: 123 (Stop on Nassau Street, in front of H&M)
Old Stone Building, 2nd Floor Postgraduate Reception Area
James’s
Luas Stop
Bus
Stop
GENERATOR HOSTEL MAP
Walk North on Westmoreland Street and then cross over O’Connell Bridge. Walk up O’Connell Street until
you cross Abbey Street. Turn right on Abbey Street and purchase a ticket for the Abbey Street Luas. Take
the Luas (direction Tallaght or Saggart) and stop at Smithfield. This trip is within Zone 1 and should cost
approximately €1.80 per person per trip. Once out of the Smithfield Luas, walk up Smithfield road towards
to Generator Hostel.
Generator
Hostel
Abbey
Street Red
Luas Line
Smithfield Red
Luas Line
Trinity
College
Dublin