Safety and Emergency Contacts (Ireland)

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Purpose: Provide students with the essential emergency contacts and what to do in a crisis.
Responsible team: Student Success / Admin
Last updated: January 30, 2026
Quick summary
  • Emergency number: 112 or 999.
  • Use emergency services only for urgent situations.
  • If unsure, contact Student Success for help.
112!SAFETY112/999EMERGENCY

Who this is for

All students living or travelling in Ireland.

If you are not sure this applies to you, contact Student Success for guidance.

Step-by-step

1) For emergencies

Call 112 or 999 immediately.

2) For non‑emergency issues

Contact a GP or local service, or ask Student Success for advice.

Documents, costs, timelines

Documents
  • Check the official sources for required documents.
Costs and timing
  • Costs and timelines vary. Check official sources or contact Student Success.

Common mistakes (avoid these)

  • Waiting too long to seek help in an emergency
  • Calling emergency services for non‑urgent issues

How ULearn can help

  • Help you find the right service
  • Support you in urgent situations
  • Student life questions: contact the Student Success Team.
Need help now? Contact Student Success and we will guide you.
Email Student Success

ULearn Doctor (GPDoc Medical Centre)

ULearn has a student consultation partnership with GPDoc Medical Centre.

Official partner link: https://www.gpdoc.ie

Discounted student bookings

  • Discounted student bookings are available only with salaried GPs: Dr Jim, Dr Saranya, and Dr Chong.
  • There is no discount with Dr Lau; standard fees apply.

Fees and student ID

  • From 2026, the student consultation fee is €60 (up from €55).
  • Students must present a valid student ID at the appointment. Without ID, the standard GP fee will be charged.

Sources (official)

  • HSE emergency care (112/999): https://www2.hse.ie/emergency-care/
Disclaimer: Rules can change. Always check the official sources above or contact Student Success if unsure.

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