Student support / from the start
A welcoming start, in person.
On arrival, students meet in the student lounge with the Assistant Director of Studies (ADoS) and Academic Team. The English-language welcome introduces the College's history, values and course structure. Students meet their Student Support Advisor, who will likely speak their first language. The advisor can support students with emergency financial needs, accommodation, health, safety and integration. The induction explains how the Academic Office supports students with attendance, welfare, visa regulations, health and safety, and activities, and where to find the student handbook in the student app. The welcome includes questions and answers, followed by small-group speaking tests, a meeting with the advisor, and a walking tour of the city centre, school and surrounding area. The Academic Team confirms students' levels through speaking and writing assessments on arrival.
Need support for a disability, health condition, learning difference or religious practice? Tell us before you enrol at info@seda.ie or through the online Reasonable Accommodation Request Form, and we will plan it with you.
The Academic Office is open 9:00–17:00, Monday–Friday. College buildings are open 8:30–20:30 in Dublin and 8:30–17:30 in Cork. For 24/7 out-of-hours emergencies, call 083 362 3802. Samaritans are available on 116 123.
