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News Students Starting September 2026
Starting at TU Dublin this semester? The Vetting Office will contact you through your student email account with details of the Garda Vetting process and instructions on how to submit your application. No action is required until you receive this email.
What is Garda Vetting?
Garda Vetting is the process of checking a person’s background to see if there are any issues which would make them unsuitable to work or volunteer in an environment with children and/or vulnerable adults.
The person being vetted (the applicant) gives written authorisation for An Garda Síochána to disclose to TU Dublin details of all prosecutions, whether successful or not, pending or completed, that are recorded in the State at the time of application.
Why is Garda Vetting Required?
Various courses require students to be Garda vetted. To ensure the protection of the public and to justify public trust and confidence, the University is committed to ensuring that only suitable candidates are allowed to undertake specific parts of these programmes.
Further Information
If you require any further information about the Garda Vetting process, please download the following documents:
Contact Us
Email: studentvetting@tudublin.ie
Tel: +35312205199
Vetting Workshops
Students are required to submit their vetting applications in person.
Vetting Workshops are scheduled during Semester 1 and Semester 2 to support students who require Garda vetting.
Application forms will be provided at the workshops. Students will be notified in advance by email and must attend with the following:
- Photo ID
- A copy of their ID
- Current proof of address
Vetting Office Contact Hours
If you need to attend the Vetting Office in person to validate applications, submit documentation, or complete related tasks, please visit during one of the time slots listed below.
Visiting hours are subject to change so please check for updates before travelling to campus. No office hours on Tallaght Campus until September 2026.
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Blanchardstown |
Student Hub Desk |
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Grangegorman |
Rathdown House Room RD009 |
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If you wish to make an appointment to meet with the Vetting Office at Blanchardstown Campus outside of the advertised hours, please email: studentvetting@tudublin.ie